2006 Honda Civic
Torrance, Calif.
September 19, 2005
The 2006 Civic represents an extreme transformation
of design and dynamics. Multiple powertrains for 2006
range from 197-horsepower high performance to a 51
mpg gas-sipping hybrid to an all-around performer
with two body styles, representing one of the most
diverse vehicles in the industry. An expressive and
futuristic design with exciting performance and a
dedication to providing advanced safety technology
set the Civic apart from the competition.
Civic (all models)
- Four completely redesigned models include an ultra-efficient
Civic Hybrid Sedan, the well-equipped and technologically-advanced
Civic Sedan and Civic Coupe and the high performance
Civic Si Coupe
- Advanced safety systems include Honda-exclusive
Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™)
Body Structure for vehicle-to-vehicle crash compatibility
and collision energy management, and a long list
of standard safety equipment including side curtain
airbags, driver's and front passenger's side airbags,
and anti-lock braking
- Expressive exterior styling exhibits sporty character
and refined presence
- Interior delivers more style and function than
any other vehicle in segment
- New exterior styling features a one-motion profile
representing a distinct departure from traditional
three-box styling with an ultra-fast windshield
rake, minimal front and rear overhangs, and a reduced
gap between the tires and fenders
- Interior styling and functionality increased with
two-tier instrument panel
- Improved seating areas and multi-functional center
console
- Active front seat head restraints
- Standard 4-channel advanced logic ABS with Electronic
Brake Distribution
- Available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation SystemTM
with Voice Recognition (available on Si, Hybrid
and EX)
- XM® Satellite Radio (available on Si, Hybrid
and EX)
- Front MacPherson strut suspension with enhanced
geometry
- Compact multi-link double wishbone rear suspension
with enhanced geometry
- Unique wheelbase and exterior dimensions for Sedan
and Coupe
- Drive-by-Wire™ (DBW) throttle control on all
models
- Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
Civic Si
- 2.0-liter i-VTEC™ 4-cylinder engine (197-horsepower
@ 7800 rpm and 139 lb-ft. torque @ 6200 rpm)
- 6-speed manual transmission with helical-type
limited slip differential
- Exclusive exterior includes rear deck wing, aero
cladding and Si badging
- Exclusive interior with deeply bolstered seats,
red fabric stitching and unique trim panels
- Standard 17" alloy wheels with 215/45 R17 M+S
tires (summer tire available)
Civic Hybrid
- 1.3-liter i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine with 20 horsepower
electric motor (combined 110-horsepower @ 6000 rpm
and 123 lb-ft. torque @ 1000-2500 rpm)
- New lighter, more powerful and efficient Integrated
Motor Assist (IMA) system with greatly enhanced
energy regeneration capability and electric-only
operation
- Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) as standard
equipment
- 49/51 mpg city/highway
- AT-PZEV emission technology in all 50 states
- Exclusive interior styling includes IMA instrument
panel meters, two-tone seating surfaces and new
blue interior option
Civic Sedan and Civic Coupe
- All-new 1.8-liter i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine with
more advanced valve control technology
- 140 horsepower @ 6300 rpm and 128 lb-ft. torque
@ 4300 rpm
- Power output comparable to a 2.0-liter engine
and fuel economy comparable to a 1.5-liter engine
- 30/40 mpg city/highway (automatic transmission)
- LEV-II ULEV emissions in all 50 states
- 5-speed automatic transmission available (standard
5-speed manual)*Fuel economy based on 2006 EPA mileage
estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Actual
mileage may vary.