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This is the second generation Honda Civic hybrid at NAIAS 2007. The Civic hybrid is an excellent hybrid for those seeking the most fuel efficient vehicle. The hybrid Civic is expecially good at mixed highway/city driving.

The Honda Civic Hybrid

Looks like a Civic, drives a Civic, but at 50 mpg the Civic hybrid achieves significantly better gas mileage than a regular Civic. O.K., not in the city, where the Civic falls far short of EPA fuel economy estimates - at least the first generation did. 

Honda's second generation hybrid Civic offers improved city fuel economy, and an incredibly better body design.

And, despite some complaints over mileage, most Civic hybrid owners are very happy with the gas mileage of their hybrid Civics. For more, check out Civic hybrid testimonials.

Still, why the problems in the city? The first generation Civic hybrid, unlike the Prius hybrid, could not function on electric power only at low speeds.

That; however, changed in October when the second generation Civic hybrid hit dealer showrooms. While the Civic hybrid still cannot functional on electric power in the way that a Prius can, the Civic hybrid is still a winner for those interested in hybrid technology and fuel economy.

Speaking of technology, the second generation hybrid Civic also increased its horsepower, which when combined with a continuous variable transmission, provides a smooth, yet powerful ride. Ultimately, the Civic hybrid significantly reduces fuel consumption without losing any performance.

While the first Civic hybrids offered a manual transmission in addition to the CVT version, only the continuously variable transmission version is available today.

Unlike the Prius, the current Civic hybrid isn't available in 20 different packages - yes, I'm exaggerating.

Starting at $23,195, the hybrid version of the Civic offers two basic packages - navigation or no navigation - a difference of about $1800. 

Recently, I went Civic hybrid shopping, read more. The selection was good and Honda is willing to deal when it comes to the hybrid Civic.

The hybrid Civic went on sale in March 2002, marking the first time a mainstream vehicle had been converted to run on a hybrid powertrain in the U.S.. Last year, Honda sold more than 20,000 Civic hybrids.

This year Honda expects to sell around 40,000 Civic hybrids. 

According to the EPA's 2005 Fuel Economy Guide, the Civic hybrid car is the leading, fuel-efficient compact car. With a continuously variable automatic transmission the cars EPA fuel economy is 48/47 mpg city/highway. The manual transmission version received a rating of 46/51 mpg.

The Civic hybrid is a nice car, and a much improved hybrid vehicle. 


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