Honda Civic (eleventh generation)

The eleventh-generation Honda Civic (FE/FL) is a compact car (C-segment) manufactured by Honda since 2021, replacing the tenth-generation Civic. It was launched in the North American market in June 2021, in Southeast Asia in August, Japan and China in September, and Australia and New Zealand in December. It was launched in Pakistan in March 2022, followed by Europe in late 2022. The fastback/liftback variation (marketed as "Civic Hatchback") was unveiled on June 23, 2021, for North America and Japan. This generation is also the first Civic since the second-generation not to offer a two-door version (whether three-door hatchback or two-door coupe) due to declining sales.

Development
Development of the eleventh-generation Civic was led by large project leader Tomoyuki Yamagami. The design approach of the model is referred by Honda as "Man-Maximum, Machine-Minimum".

Honda moved the bottom of the windshield pillars rearward by 1.96 in, which elongates its hood for styling considerations. The model also adopts low beltline, and door-mounted side mirrors previously adopted by the eighth and ninth-generation Civic to improve visibility.

The body structure received an 8 percent improvement of torsional rigidity and 13 percent improvement of bending rigidity compared to the previous generation, which supports improvements in ride, handling and NVH. The suspension setup had been tuned to take maximum advantage of the stiffer body structure and additional 1.4 in of wheelbase for an improved ride quality.

For this generation, the Civic Hatchback features a fastback, "coupe-inspired" profile similar to liftbacks. Compared to the sedan model, Honda shortened the rear overhang by 4.9 in, while keeping the same wheelbase length and rear doors.

Alongside Japan, the Civic Hatchback is produced in the U.S. at the Greensburg, Indiana plant, the latter being the first time that a Civic Hatchback has been built in the U.S. (although other Civic body styles have been built in the U.S. since 1986).

Facelift
The facelifted Civic was revealed on 21 May 2024.

Along with the Civic's minor model update, the Hybrid powertrain of Civic sedan and hatchback was launched in 2024, making it the de facto successor to the discontinued Insight (3rd generation). The hybrid powertrain also replaces the 180hp turbo engine.

Civic e:HEV
The hybrid version, marketed as Civic e:HEV, was revealed on March 23, 2022, in both sedan and Hatchback configurations. The Civic e:HEV Hatchback became available in Japan and Europe, while the Civic e:HEV sedan became available in Thailand. The model is powered by a newly developed 2.0-litre Atkinson cycle petrol engine with direct injection, combined with a lithium-ion battery and two electric motors. Power for the motors is supplied via a compact 36kg, 1kWh lithium-ion 72-cell battery pack. Honda claims a 41% thermal efficiency, and a combined emissions figure of 108 g/km.

The Civic e:HEV replaced the Insight as part of a plan to focus on hybrid models of its 3 core models, which are CR-V, Accord and Civic.

Civic Type R
The performance-oriented derivative of the eleventh-generation Civic Hatchback was introduced as the sixth-generation Civic Type R, and was unveiled on July 20, 2022. Equipped with widened fenders like its predecessor, the FL5 in contrast gained widened rear doors and rear quarters instead of using a plastic add-on to achieve wider rear fenders. It is powered by the 2.0-litre K20C1 engine carried over from the previous generation with incremental changes such as a revised turbocharger, rated at 330 PS.

United States and Canada
The eleventh-generation Civic was released on 16 June 2021, as a 2022 model in North America. In the United States, the Civic initially came in four trim levels: LX, Sport, EX, and Touring. Trim levels are the same for the Civic Hatchback, except for the EX which is badged EX-L. The LX and Sport trims come with a 2.0-litre petrol engine, while the EX (or EX-L for Hatchback) and Touring models come with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine. Power outputs are 158 hp for the larger, naturally aspirated engine, while the turbocharged option puts out 180 hp. In Canada, the Civic comes with the same four trim levels but instead arranged as LX, EX, Sport, and Touring in the lineup. In Canada, only the Touring model receives the more powerful 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine. All sedan and liftback models come standard with a CVT, however, the liftback can be equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission on Sport and Touring trims.

The Civic Si version was unveiled in October 2021 for the 2022 model year. Available only as a sedan, it is powered by the EX and Touring's 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 200 hp and is only available with a 6-speed manual transmission.

The 2023MY eliminated the LX trim, leaving the Sport trim to be the base trim. The LX trim was later reintroduced in the 2023 model year as demand was high enough. The Hybrid powertrain of Civic sedan and hatchback will be launched in 2024, making it the de facto successor to the discontinued Insight (3rd generation), coinciding with the mid-generational refresh of the Civic. The hybrid powertrain also replaces the 180hp turbo engine.

Mexico
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in Mexico on 6 August 2021, only available as a Sedan bodystyle, it is available in three trim levels: i-Style, Sport and Touring. It is available with two powertrain options: 2.0-litre K20C2 petrol and a 1.5-litre L15BG FFV turbocharged petrol.

Southeast Asia
The eleventh-generation Civic in the ASEAN market is only offered as a sedan, due to slow sales of the hatchback bodystyle. For example in Thailand, the Sedan outsold the Hatchback during the year 2020, by a ratio of 9:1 respectively.

Thailand
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in Thailand on 6 August 2021, in three trim levels: EL, EL+ and RS. At launch, all trim levels are powered by a 1.5-litre L15BG FFV turbocharged petrol engine.

In March 2022, the e:HEV powertrain for the Civic Sedan was announced in Thailand, with sales began later in August 2022, it comes in two trim levels: EL+ and RS.

Singapore
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in Singapore on 12 August 2021 in a sole variant. In Singapore, the Civic is powered by a detuned 1.5-litre L15BJ turbocharged petrol engine producing 129PS (127 hp; 95 kW) to qualify for the Category A COE in Singapore's Vehicle Quota System; in this category, the engine displacement must not exceed 1,600cc (1.6-litres) and a maximum output of 132PS (130 hp; 97 kW).

Indonesia
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in Indonesia on 28 October 2021 alongside the City Sedan, sourced from Thailand, in a sole RS trim, it is powered by a 1.5-litre L15B7 turbocharged petrol engine.

Philippines
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in the Philippines on 23 November 2021, in three trim levels: S, V and RS. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre L15BG FFV turbocharged petrol engine. Honda Sensing is standard on all trim levels.

Malaysia
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in Malaysia on 13 January 2022, in three trim levels: E, V and RS. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre L15B7 turbocharged petrol engine. Honda Sensing is standard on all trim levels. All Civic variants are locally assembled in Alor Gajah, Melaka.

In November 2022, the e:HEV petrol hybrid powertrain was introduced to Malaysia, in the RS trim, it serves as the flagship variant for the Civic range.

Vietnam
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in Vietnam on 16 February 2022, imported from Thailand, in three trim levels: E, G and RS. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre L15B7 turbocharged petrol engine. Honda Sensing is standard on all trim levels.

Middle East
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in the Middle East on 5 March 2022. It is powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, it is only available in a sole trim Sport. Honda Sensing is standard.

Japan
The eleventh-generation Civic Hatchback specifications for the Japan was revealed in Japan on 6 August 2021 and later went on sale the next month on September 3. It was manufactured locally in Yorii, Saitama. The Japanese specification Civic Hatchback comes in two trim levels: LX and EX, it is powered with a 1.5-litre L15C turbocharged petrol engine paired with either 6-speed manual transmission or CVT.

In July 2022, the e:HEV petrol hybrid powertrain was released for the Civic range in Japan.

China
The eleventh-generation Civic sedan was released in China in September 2021. In the same month, a restyled version produced by Guangqi Honda was released as the Honda Integra. The Hatchback version of the Integra was introduced in February 2023.

Oceania
In the Oceania region, only the Hatchback bodystyle of the eleventh-generation Civic is offered, due to declining sales of the Sedan bodystyle and the majority of small car buyers prefer hatchback.

Australia
The Civic Hatchback was released in Australia on 29 November 2021, sourced from Japan, in a sole trim LX, it is powered by a 1.5-litre L15B7 turbocharged petrol engine.

In December 2022, the e:HEV petrol hybrid powertrain, in the LX trim, was added to the Civic range.

New Zealand
The Civic Hatchback was launched in New Zealand on 10 December 2021 in a sole trim Sport, it is powered by a 1.5-litre L15B7 turbocharged petrol engine.

In July 2022, a special edition Mugen variant was added to the Civic range to celebrate the Civic's 50th anniversary.

Pakistan
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in Pakistan in March 2022 as a locally assembled model. Only available as a sedan, three trim levels are offered: 1.5 Turbo Standard, 1.5 Turbo Oriel and 1.5 Turbo RS, the latter two of which come with a sunroof. The Standard and Oriel trims come with the 1.5 L L15BJ I4 turbo petrol engine, producing 129 PS while the top RS trim comes with the 1.5 L L15BG FFV I4 turbo petrol engine producing 178 PS. The RS version also receives additional exterior trims such as spoiler and black accents and also Honda Sensing.

Chile
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in Chile on 5 May 2022, sourced from Thailand, in two trim levels: EX-T and Touring. It is powered by a 1.5-litre L15B7 turbocharged petrol engine.

Peru
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in Peru on 25 September 2022, in a sole variant, it is powered by a 1.5-litre L15B7 turbocharged petrol engine.

Brazil
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in Brazil on 5 June 2023, sourced from Thailand, in a sole variant, it is powered by a 2.0-litre LFC2 e:HEV petrol hybrid powertrain.

South Africa
The eleventh-generation Civic was launched in South Africa on 4 August 2022, in a sole RS trim, it is powered by a 1.5-litre L15B7 turbocharged petrol engine.

Europe
The eleventh-generation Civic made its European debut in August 2022, sourced from Japan followed by the closure of Honda's UK Swindon plant, only the hatchback bodystyle is offered and the regular Civic range comes exclusively with a petrol hybrid powertrain. In Turkey, only the sedan bodystyle is offered with an 1.5L engine.

Mitsuoka M55
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