Every Honda Civic model was originally designed and engineered to offer value for money and the 2018 model is no different. The 2018 Honda Civic is an affordable sport sedan that has an exceptionally stylish exterior complemented by an equally classy interior. The performance of the 2018 Civic has been improved to offer excellent handling, comfortable ride and exceptional fuel efficiency.
The all-new Honda Civic is now available with a brand new engine for enhanced performance. With its wide variety of customization options for the exterior as well as the interior, the 2018 Civic can be customized for a personalized style statement of its owner. A wide variety of advanced safety features have been added to the 2018 Honda Civic to make it one of the safest affordable sedans in the market.
Here is a review of the 2018 Honda Civic with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and price in the UAE.
Design of the 2018 Honda Civic
The design of the 2018 Honda Civic is very stylish and sporty, thanks to the aggressive exterior that stands out even from a distance. The exterior has sharp angles and an edgy look that is perfectly complemented by a comfortable and stylish interior.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Honda Civic looks classy yet edgy mainly due to an aggressive front fascia that sets a unique style statement for the sedan. The front of the vehicle has the signature Honda Civic grille with a wide chrome accent that extends towards the headlights to make the sedan look sleek and stylish from front.
The designers at Honda have added a larger air dam below the grille and larger air intakes at the sides of the lower bumper to add to the aerodynamics of the vehicle and to improve the engine cooling function at high speeds. To complete the aggressive look of the sedan, designers have added slimmer and sleeker LED headlights that not only improve the look of the vehicle but also give it a very modern-day appeal.
The LED Daytime Running Headlights can be found on either sides of the air dam to improve the visibility of the vehicle. The side profile of the sedan has been sharpened to make it look sportier than ever before.
The front fenders are now more muscular than before with 16-inch wheels that are fitted with all-season tyres to further emphasise the long wheelbase and the sporty stance of the vehicle. There are options of 16-inch alloy wheels and 17-inch alloy wheels as well.
The beltline features a deep curve while a sharper character line runs from the front fenders to all the way back towards the taillights for a stylish appeal. The rear of the vehicle has unique “C” shaped LED taillights that standout and leave a strong impression on the onlookers.
The exterior of the 2018 Honda Civic is available in Cosmic Blue Metallic, Aegean Blue Metallic, Burgundy Night Pearl, Rallye Red, Crystal Black Pearl, Modern Steel Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic, and White Orchid Pearl and Taffeta White colors.
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Honda Civic has been designed to be comfortable and match the sporty exterior. The overall appearance of the cabin is very sophisticated and the interior features high-quality materials and latest technologies for a premium in-cabin experience.
The driver will enjoy the cockpit style of the cabin that has every necessary control within the easy reach of the driver. In front of the driver is a leather-wrapped steering wheel and behind it is a large driver display that will show vital information to the driver in real-time.
There are options between three cloth and three leather options for seat upholstery. Although the front seats are manually adjustable in the base model, there is an option for an 8-way power adjustable driver seat and 4-way power adjustable passenger seat along with heating function for the front seats.
The rear of the sedan has 60/40 split folding seats that can be folded down to increase the cargo capacity of the vehicle. The 2018 Honda Civic is packed full with many comfort and convenience features that include automatic climate control system, 12V power outlet, audio system with 4-speakers, 5-inch LCD screen based infotainment system and Bluetooth.
The optional features include Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System, Audio System with 8-speakers, 7-inch Touchscreen Infotainment System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Pandora, SiriusXM, Wireless Charging and a lot more.
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Performance of the 2018 Honda Civic
The engineers at Honda have updated the performance of the 2018 Honda Civic to ensure that this sport sedan lives up to its reputation while bringing something new to the Civic enthusiasts. The 2018 Civic is a front-wheel drive sedan that comes with three engine options that are paired with Continuously Variable Transmission.
The first engine option is a 2.0-litre inline 4-Cylinder engine with Multi-Point Direct Fuel Injection System and Valve Train technology to offer a fuel-efficient performance. This engine is capable of producing 158 horsepower and 187Nm of torque. It can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 8.9 seconds and has a top speed of 200 Km/h.
The second engine option is a 1.5-litre turbocharged inline 4-Cylinder engine with Multi-Point Direct Fuel Injection System and Valve Train technology. This turbocharged engine is capable of producing 180 horsepower and 220Nm of torque. It can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 7.5 seconds and has a top speed of 210 Km/h.
The third engine option is a new 1.6-litre inline 4-cylinder engine that comes with Multi-Point Direct Fuel Injection System and Valve Train technology to offer a fuel-efficient performance. This engine is capable of producing 123 horsepower and 151Nm of torque. It can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 11.6 seconds and has a top speed of 200 Km/h.
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Safety Features
The 2018 Honda Civic comes with latest safety features to ensure the safety of its occupants while at the same time ensuring that the driver feels confident while driving. Some of the highlighting safety features in the 2018 Honda Civic include:
- Vehicle Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Anti-Lock Braking System
- Electronic Brake Distribution
- Brake Assist
- Straight Drive Assist Technology
- Multi-Angle Rearview Camera
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Advanced Compatibility Engineering Body Structure
- Advanced Airbag System
- Seat Belts with Pretensioners
- LATCH
- Electronic Parking Brake
- Automatic Brake Hold
- Hill Start Assist
- Honda LaneWatch
The optional safety features include:
- Forward Collision Warning
- Lane Departure Warning
- Collision Mitigation Braking System
- Road Departure Mitigation System
- Lane Keeping Assist System
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow
Price of the 2018 Honda Civic in the UAE
The all-new Honda Civic is an affordable sport sedan that is already available in the UAE with multiple engine and customization options.
The 2018 Honda Civic with 1.6-litre engine has a starting price of AED 67,900 that can go as high as AED 71,000.
The starting price of the 2018 Civic with 2.0-litre engine is AED 72,900 that can go as high as AED 79,000. The starting price of the 2018 Honda Civic with 1.5-litre turbocharged engine is AED 97,000 and it can go as high as AED 99,000.
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