The inclusion of these features on all 2010 Civic models gives customers the highest levels of safety, regardless of which model they choose.

In addition, the 2010 Civic offers customers a greater colour choice with an expanded palette to include Dyno Blue and Habenero Red.

Dyno Blue is making its Australian debut, while Habenero Red was first seen with the introduction of the Honda City in February 2009.

Other upgrades include sporty ten-spoke 16 inch alloy wheels on the VTi-L model.

The Honda Civic remains one of Honda’s most successful vehicles in Australia, spanning three decades. The upgrades to the eighth-generation Civic will ensure its ongoing success in the competitive small car segment.

The eighth-generation Civic is also a multi-award winner in Australia. The Civic VTi was crowned ‘Best Mid Size Car under $28,000’ by Australia’s Best Cars (Australia’s major motoring clubs award) in 2006 and 2007 and also received Drive’s Car of the Year ‘Certificate of Excellence’ for Best Interior in 2006.

Commenting on the introduction of the 2010 Honda Civic sedan, Honda Australia’s Senior Director Mr. Lindsay Smalley said, “The eighth-generation Civic has been very successful for Honda since its launch. These enhancements make the Civic even more enticing while continuing its reputation of providing outstanding value.

“This latest Civic offers great appeal to existing Civic owners as well as buyers looking for a combination of style, features and substance in the small sedan market,” he added.

MAJOR UPGRADES

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) as standard on all models – (introduced Feb 2009)
Dual front, side and curtain airbags as standard on all models
Two new colours – Dyno Blue and Habenero Red
New ten-spoke alloy wheel design (VTi-L model only)
HONDA CIVIC’S ADVANCED SAFETY FEATURES
Every 2010 Year Model Civic is now equipped with dual front, side and full length curtain airbags for optimum occupant protection.

Honda’s sophisticated dual-stage, dual-threshold system optimises the airbag deployment to match the speed and severity of a crash. It also helps minimise injuries caused by airbags themselves.

Introduced in February 2009 and also standard on all Civic sedan models, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) monitors individual wheel speed, steering angle and lateral G-force. If it detects oversteering, understeering or traction loss, it can brake individual wheels and/or reduce engine speed to help keep you in constant control.

The system also features a traction control function to help minimise wheel spin during acceleration on slippery road surfaces or when the available grip differs from one side of the vehicle to the other.

KEY FEATURES:

CIVIC VTi

1.8L SOHC i-VTEC engine
Combined fuel consumption 6.9L/100kms
164g/km CO2 (manual only)
5-speed manual or an optional 5-speed automatic transmission with Grade Logic Control
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
Front, side and curtain airbags
Front active head restraints
ABS with EBD and Brake Assist
Cruise control
Air conditioning
Keyless entry
Remote boot release
Single CD tuner with MP3 compatibility and auxiliary jack
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel adjustment
CIVIC VTi-L
The same features as the VTi including:

Climate control air conditioning
New ten-spoke 16 inch alloy wheels
In-dash 6-stack CD with MP3 compatibility and auxiliary jack
Steering wheel mounted audio controls
Security alarm
60/40 split fold rear seat
CIVIC SPORT
The same features as the VTi-L including:

2.0L DOHC i-VTEC engine
Combined fuel consumption 8.3L/100kms
197g/km CO2 (manual only)
Electric sunroof
17 inch alloy wheels with a full size spare
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Fog lights
Indicators in mirrors
Black leather interior
Leather wrapped steering wheel
Automatic transmission with steering wheel mounted paddle shifts
Exhaust pipe finisher
CIVIC HYBRID
Some features of the Civic Hybrid include:

1.3L SOHC i-VTEC engine with Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system
Combined fuel consumption 4.6L/100kms
109g/km CO2
CVT transmission with Grade Logic Control
Fuel consumption display
Front, side and curtain airbags
Space-saver spare wheel
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Front and rear spoiler
Two speed and intermittent wipers
Fog lights
Micro roof antenna
Rear seat armrest
Leather wrapped steering wheel
Indicators in mirrors
Exhaust pipe finisher
Beige cloth trim

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