2012 Honda Civic 2.0S AT FB
For a while, the Philippine market had the Japanese-built Honda Civic. This meant a single variant and an expensive price, especially considering the features that you got. But tucked away at the Civic’s launch was the 2.0-liter model which Honda Cars Philippines simply passed on as an accessorized 1.8-liter model (if only they can fool us). Nonetheless, when production of the Civic finally shifted to Thailand, HCPI introduced the full Civic line, including the 2.0-liter model.
Like the Civic 2.0’s exterior, it’s surprising how small and seemingly minor changes would do wonders to how the interior feels. The two-tone gray and gray has been ditched in favor of a gray (upper) and black (lower) scheme giving the Civic a sportier feel. The steering wheel, shift knob, and seats are all covered in black leather, giving a nice and welcome upgrade from the moquette fabrics found in the 1.8 E.
Ergonomically, there’s nothing to complain about the Civic. The seats are very supportive, the controls are all very easy to understand and operate, and the all-around visibility is quite good. Space, especially for the front occupants is exemplary and the rear will certainly find joy in the flat rear floor. The trunk space is also equally good for a compact car, though the Civic doesn’t offer any sort of split-folding seats which limit its cargo carrying capability.
Officially dubbed the 2.0 EL, the top-range Civic gets some additional ‘bling’ such as front fog lamps (with chrome surrounds) and 17-inch alloys with 215/45 R 17s among others. The projector-type headlamps also house HIDs. Sadly, the shape of the 2012 Civic is still rather bland and inoffensive, looking more like a facelift rather than a full model change. And somehow, the rear quarters still doesn’t look blended to the rest of the car. But, it’s amazing how the proper set of wheels would add a nice stance to the look of the Civic. The Civic 2.0 EL sports the best looking OEM alloys in its class.
Despite just an increase of 200-cc in its displacement over the regular 1.8-liter engine, the Civic 2.0 EL feels like a much better car. Off the line, the 2.0 EL feels punchier and peppier. It also feels happier working through the rev range, and the sound it makes is much sportier. The Civic 2.0 EL may have a five-speed gearbox, the same as the 1.8 E, but the extra 14 horsepower and 17 Nm make their presence known by making the shifting more relaxed. Aside from being extra fun, the result of the extra power and torque are felt in the 2.0 EL’s better fuel consumption: 9.9 km/L, Christmas traffic and all (the 1.8 E did just 9.1 km/L).
Top-of-the-line variant
2.0 litre engine
Automatic
Honda infotainment system
-TV tuner
-Bluetooth Audio
-Reverse camera
-USB input
-Steering-mounted controls
Leather seats
HID projector headlights
17” OEM wheels
66,000 kms
Excellent running condition
Cold air-conditioning
Engine oil changed recently
Php 345,000. FIRM.
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