Al-Futtaim’s Doha Marketing Services Company (Domasco), the distributor for Honda in Qatar, announced the launch of the 2017 Civic with an all-new 1.6L engine grade.
The 1.6L Honda Civic provides a completely new option for customers. With two grades namely, DX and LX, it aims to reach out to customers looking for value for money.
The 2016 Civic which was launched in April this year in two engine grades, namely 2.0L and 1.5L turbo, has seen a marked increase in sales by 86% year on year. Honda aims to further enhance its sales and make its mark in the smaller engine segment with the launch of the 1.6L Civic.
Faisal Sharif, managing director, Domasco, said Civic has a special place in the hearts of Honda enthusiasts with its style, technology and performance. “With the introduction of the 1.6L engine, Civic will become even more accessible.”
Greig Roffey, head of sales and marketing, Domasco Honda, said there is no doubt the introduction of the 1.6L engine will further enhance Honda’s position in the smaller
engine segment.
In terms of exterior styling, Civic 1.6L has the same sporty design and athletic stance of the existing 2L range. Some of the standard features include LED Daytime Running Lights, distinctive C-shaped LED taillights, power side mirrors with integrated LED turn signals and the distinctive chrome grille. The LX boasts of Halogen Fog Lights and 16” Alloy wheels.
The 1.6L Civic interior has the same comfort, sophistication and premium cabin space as the 2.0L and RS models. The 1.6L Civic also offers auto air-conditioning, rear ventilation in LX grade, steering wheel mounted controls for Bluetooth hands free telephone, a 5-inch touch screen audio and USB jacks. Some standard features in all grades include 60:40 fold down rear seats, rear seat armrest with cup holders, sun visor extension mechanism and map light.
Convenience features in the LX grade include smart entry, push button start, rear parking sensors and remote engine starter. Both grades have electric power steering, auto headlight off timer, electric parking brake with brake hold function that replaces hand lever with compact, easy to operate switch.
Powering the Civic 1.6L is the new SOHC i-VTEC engine producing a peak horsepower of 123@6500 rpm and a torque of 151N-m@4300 rpm. The engine is mated to a new generation Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The Civic’s new CVT has a taller final gear ratio for fuel-efficient low-rpm cruising, and new-generation G-Design shift logic for smooth acceleration and natural throttle response. The fuel efficiency of the DX and LX grades are at 18.4 Km/l.
The 1.6L Civic utilises Honda’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering body structure technology to enhance occupant protection and crash compatibility. It also boasts of Honda active-safety features such as vehicle stability assist with traction control systems, anti-lock brake systems, electronic brake distributor, hill start assist, tire pressure monitoring system, and emergency stop signal.
Taffeta white (exclusive), polished metal metallic (exclusive), lunar silver metallic, midnight burgundy pearl, crystal black pearl and carnelian red pearl are the available exterior colours for the 1.6L Civic with standard ivory interior.