The Buyer s Guide to the 2018 Honda Civic 7000 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33155 BramanHonda.com BramanHonda.com 1
The Buyer s Guide to the 2018 Honda Civic The Honda Civic has been one of the most sought-after sedans for many years due to its strong and efficient performance, its style and craftsmanship, and its reliability. However, deciding if this is the right vehicle for you requires many steps. The most important step is learning what the car offers and what its abilities are. In The Buyer s Guide to the 2018 Honda Civic, you ll get a detailed look at this popular vehicle in its sedan, coupe, and hatchback variations. We ll teach you all about: n 2018 Honda Civic specs & features n Taking the test drive n Moving forward with your decision Reading this ebook will help you prepare for the journey towards the 2018 Honda Civic. By learning about the specs, features, and amenities, you ll be able to comfortably decide if this is indeed the vehicle for you. BramanHonda.com 2
2018 Honda Civic Specs & Features Engine Specs & Performance The 2018 Honda Civic sedan and coupe both feature a 2.0L 4-cylinder as the base level engine option. This engine comes paired with a 6-speed manual transmission, but the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is available as well. The CVT provides smooth, direct, and efficient transitions between gear ratios without a bumpy shift in performance. The 1.5L 4-cylinder Single-Scroll Turbo and Internal Wastegate engine is available with an upgrade to the EX-T trim and higher. This engine comes paired with the CVT and provides a slight boost in both engine power and fuel efficiency. When equipped with the CVT, the 2.0L 4-cylinder does achieve a fuel economy that s close to the 1.5L 4-cylinder Turbo. The Honda Civic hatchback is the one standalone in the Civic series that provides different engine options. While it comes standard with the 1.5L 4-cylinder Turbo engine, it does offer the Sport and Sport Touring trims, which adds a boost in the performance. This engine comes paired with the 6-speed manual at the base level; however, fitting it with the CVT is an option when upgrading trim levels. Engine Horsepower Torque Transmission 2.0L 4-cylinder 158 horsepower 138 lb-ft of torque 6-speed manual; optional CVT 1.5L 4-cylinder Turbo 174 horsepower 162 lb-ft of torque CVT Sport 1.5L Turbo 180 horsepower 162 lb-ft of torque 6-speed manual; optional CVT BramanHonda.com 3
Interior Dimensions & Comfort The Honda Civic and its sedan, coupe, and hatchback variations offer different levels of space within their respective cabins. Each body style is equipped to carry five passengers inside the cabin. All Civic models come outfitted with fabric seating appointments. Drivers can choose to upgrade their Honda Civic to feature leather-trimmed seats, as well as including the 10-way power-adjustable driver s seat to maximize comfort. Body Style Headroom (F/R) in. Legroom (F/R) in. Cargo Space (ft 3 ) Sedan 39.3 / 37.1 42.3 / 37.4 15.1 Coupe 38.2 / 34.6 42.3 / 35.9 12.1 Hatchback 39.3 / 37.4 42.3 / 36 25.7 / 46.2 (2 nd row folded) Audio & Connectivity Features The base level 2018 Honda Civic sedan, coupe, and hatchback models all come outfitted with 4-speaker sound systems that feature speed-sensitive volume control. This feature can actually sense when the engine and transmission performance is a bit loud and affecting your listening abilities. When it detects noisy performance, it ll automatically adjust the volume levels to compensate for the distracting sounds. The sedan and hatchback body styles offer upgrades to feature 8-speaker sound systems, while the coupe and sedan offer a 10-speaker sound system. The hatchback provides an available 12-speaker sound system as its stereo upgrade. The Honda Civic comes standard across all body styles with the 5-inch Color LCD Screen that s used to access the media options. These options include the AM/FM radio, USB interface, auxiliary jack, and Bluetooth streaming. Upgrading to the higher trims will include the 7-inch Display Audio screen with High-Resolution WVGA Electrostatic Touch-Screen and Customizable Feature Settings. This upgrade also features Pandora compatibility, HD Radio, and a 3-month trial of SiriusXM Satellite Radio, which adds more than 150 different stations of varying genres and content to the vehicle s media selection. BramanHonda.com 4
These upgrades also include some significant smartphone connectivity features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Both of these systems allow the driver to access their phone s contacts, apps, and libraries through the 7-inch touchscreen. The screen even delivers incoming text messages through the SMS Text Message Function, which will read the message aloud with text-to-speech technology. It even provides pre-written responses that can easily be selected and sent. Upgrading to the Civic Sedan Touring, Civic Coupe Touring, or Civic Hatchback Sport Touring features the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System with Voice Recognition, Honda HD Digital Traffic, and Song By Voice. This feature utilizes the 7-inch touchscreen to display moving 3D maps and traffic updates. Voice commands can be used to select the destination, as well as choose the audio entertainment or a phone contact. Honda Civic Style & Appearance Due to the three distinctive body styles, the appearance of each model offers similar design implementations, but carries its own unique look. The Honda Civic sedan features a sleek and stylish body design that encompasses a performance-based display. It features smooth-accented curves that not only highlight the front fascia, but also draw attention to the cascading rear windshield. The Honda Civic coupe is a bit more refined than the sedan, but still includes the performance aesthetics to boast the vehicle s turbo engine and its abilities. What separates the coupe from the sedan is its more compact frame, but also its arching exterior cabin that smoothly transitions to the trunk. The coupe adds a luxurious feel to the Honda Civic style. The hatchback body style carries the overall appearance of both the sedan and coupe designs, but with a few different aesthetic choices. The front fascia features the honeycombed vents and the sleek grille, but its overall body is different from the other two body styles. This is more noticeable with the rear because the Civic hatchback features a cargo space inside the cab rather than the trunk. BramanHonda.com 5
Active & Passive Safety Features Active Safety Each Honda Civic body style features a few braking systems that are include with the Anti-Lock Brakes. Vehicle Stability Assist with Traction Control comes in handy while traveling during slippery road conditions. This feature detects wheel slip and works to provide the necessary brake pressure while reducing engine speed to prevent the vehicle from losing more traction. These systems work together to keep the vehicle on its intended path. The Electronic Brake Distribution works by varying the amount of brake pressure that is applied to both the front and rear wheels. It works to provide more control during braking. The Brake Assist feature can detect panicked braking, and it helps add full braking power to get the vehicle to come to a stop. The Honda Civic also features the Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines. This feature allows the driver to transition between different views to provide more precision to reverse driving. The Dynamic Guidelines show where the vehicle will go based on its reverse angle. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System sends a dashboard warning symbol when one or more of the tires drop in air pressure and require a fill-up. Passive Safety Each Honda Civic version comes designed with the Advanced Compatibility Engineering Body Structure. This structure includes reinforced outer braces that are designed to withstand a collision. They ll absorb the force of the collision and disperse it away from the passengers inside the cabin. The inside of the cabin features advanced front airbags, which can automatically adjust their rate of inflation to provide enough protection based on the severity of the crash. This is in an effort to reduce airbag-related injuries like whiplash. The front passengers also receive protection from the SmartVent Front Side Airbags in the event of a side impact. Both front and rear passengers receive head protection from the side curtain airbags. These airbags feature a rollover sensor, which can detect when the wheels lift off the ground, so it can inflate the airbags prior to a rollover to help provide protection and cushioning for the passengers. BramanHonda.com 6
Optional Honda Sensing Features The Honda Civic offers Honda Sensing features as an optional upgrade. These features utilize front-mounted sensors to provide extra convenience, security, precision, and protection to the performance of the vehicle. Honda LaneWatch features cameras mounted into the side mirror to provide a clear view of the blind spot from the 7-inch touchscreen. This feature displays a live video feed to the driver, so they can prepare for a lane change without the risk of a vehicle approaching the blind spot. The Lane Keeping Assist System can detect the lines in the road, and it activates when the vehicle begins to stray from the lane. It ll provide slight brake pressure to reduce the drifting, but ultimately requires driver intervention to prevent the vehicle from continuing to drift out of its lane. Adaptive Cruise Control is a feature that allows the driver to set a cruising speed and a preferred distance from the traffic ahead. This system will maintain the preferred distance even if the vehicle ahead begins to slow down. Taking the Test Drive Now that you re familiar with the 2018 Honda Civic and its features, abilities, and styles, you re ready to take the next step by getting the right experience with this vehicle. The first step is the visual inspection. Stop by your local Honda dealer and check out the inventory of the 2018 Honda Civic models. The closer look will help inform your decision. When you re browsing and taking a closer look at the Honda Civic, look for some of the components that you read about in this ebook to get a better sense of how this vehicle appears. Climb into the cabin and take a seat to gauge the comfort of the driver s seat and the ease of its power adjuster. You ll also want to take a look at the entertainment features and technology to get a better sense of how they function. It s important that you request a test drive with your preferred Honda Civic body style and trim level. It s the best way to accurately judge the vehicle and how it performs on the road. Be sure to include your preferred engine and transmission set up with the request, so you ll essentially be test driving the exact vehicle that you want. BramanHonda.com 7
As you begin your test drive, take notice of how the engine starts when you turn the key. Once you put the vehicle in drive, determine how quickly the vehicle goes into motion. Give the vehicle a little gas to see how quickly it accelerates. You ll also want to press the brake to see the type of response you get when trying to stop the vehicle. While you re driving the Honda Civic, you ll want to experience it in a variety of situations. Take it on a major road or highway to put it to task. You ll also want to experience it on a neighborhood road to see if it performs just as well at a reduced speed. Lastly, you ll want to make a few turns to see how it handles around curves or tight corners. Once you pull back into the dealership, you ll have a good idea of how you feel about the 2018 Honda Civic and if it s the right choice for you. Moving Foward with Your Decision So, you ve experienced the test drive. You know how stylish the 2018 Honda Civic is and just what kind of features and amenities it has to offer. Odds are, you might just be thinking about taking the next step. As soon as you re ready to move forward with the 2018 Civic, contact your local Honda dealer for more information! $ 250Off Any Used Vehicle $ 500Off MSRP on Any New Vehicle Must present printed coupon at time of purchase. One coupon per customer. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Prior sales excluded. Valid only at Braman Honda. Offer expires June 30, 2018. Excludes Honda Fit models. Must present printed coupon at time of purchase. One coupon per customer. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Prior sales excluded. Valid only at Braman Honda. Offer expires June 30, 2018. BramanHonda.com 8