Ninth generation hatchback for Europe to make world debut at Frankfurt Motor Show

A new Honda Civic that’s more confident, clever and versatile makes its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

The ninth generation Civic hatchback will offer stand-out looks combined with class-leading space for passengers and luggage – and will continue to deliver peace of mind with low running costs, through Honda’s famed and unparalleled reliability.

Quality and comfort levels have improved dramatically over the outgoing model.

Honda’s new small family car has been designed exclusively for Europe and has been extensively tested on the region’s roads. It goes on sale during 2012.

Smoother Ride

Honda engineers concentrated a huge amount of time and effort improving ride quality and handling of the Civic, and through significant changes to the suspension set-up they have enhanced both comfort and body control.

To give customers the biggest cabin and boot space in the C-sector, the Civic retains a rear torsion beam suspension system – but the latest set-up uses clever fluid-filled compliance bushes to improve overall ride performance and handling. It has also been strengthened to give better stability, particularly at high speeds.

CIVIC FACTS

• This is the ninth generation Civic
• The first Civic was launched in 1972
• Over 20 million Civics have been sold globally
• Over 650,000 have been sold in UK
• The eighth generation Civic went on sale in January 2006
• Over 170,000 of the eighth generation Civic have been sold in the UK
• The Civic range is produced in 14 countries and regions and sold in approximately 160 world markets
• Civic production was brought to the UK in 1994

KEY DATES

• August-September - Further information packs released
• 12 September – Preview party/viewing in Frankfurt
• 13 September – Global unveil at Frankfurt Motor Show
• November – Pan-European test drive event
• December/January - New Civic on press fleet
• Early 2012 – New Civic on sale in UK

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