Honda showcases 9th generation Civic

The Honda Place Nigeria has unveiled the ninth-generation Honda Civic in Lagos.
It was recently face-lifted to incorporate upscale features such as sleek, energetic and aerodynamic design.
Head of sales and marketing, Mr. Deepak Daryanani said the previous-generation Honda Civic had a revolutionary look, but added that Honda had chosen evolution for the latest model.
The new Civic, according to him, is also smoother, sleeker in shape with curvy wheel-arches and longer front and rear overhangs.
The vehicle was presented to the motoring journalists in Lagos by with new ECON button adjusting to throttle response and air conditioning and improved fuel economy.
This, he said, was in addition to the LED lights that run across the front and are standard across the range.
The tail of the Civic retains the split screen of its predecessor with the lights incorporated into the split, but a windscreen wiper has been added.
On the inside, the cabin material and switchgear has been improved while the digital dashboard is simplified so that it is easier to read.
The new Civic is available in two trim levels: Lx and Ex.
The entry level LX comes equipped with automatic air-con, USB connectivity and 16-inch alloy wheels.
As for the EX, luxury features such as cruise control, front fog lights, dual-zone climate control and Bluetooth and panoramic sunroof are added.
The new Honda Civic strikes a balance between fun and comfort – thanks to the new smooth electric power steering system and fluid-filled rear suspension bushes, which soaks up bumps convincingly.
This was experienced during a mock test drive within the new Honda Place premises on Apapa-Oshodi Expressway, Lagos.
On safety, the Civic has a maximum five-star Euro NCAP rating, Daryanani said, adding that every Civic had been fitted with a full complement of airbags, as well as LED daytime running lights, ESP and ABS as standard.