I'm normally into sportscars but I have to say, this Civic e:HEV has suddenly peaked my interest when it comes to wanting a practical yet somewhat sporty but very economical car thats not a full EV. Very handy for city people who live in flats that don't have wallbox chargers and also could get almost 80mpg in city driving. 14:09 Such a good point about the lack of through-loading when the boot is so capacious and totally agree about how the rear seat armrest could feel more sturdy - i've watched a lot of Civic e;HEV reviews but this one is one of the best reviews Tish 👍
Forget VW/Audi/Skoda/BMW Mercedes/Stellantis group/Ford or anything else. These Hondas are the very best vehicles of their type followed closely by the Toyota Corolla. The technology is incredible and long term (if serviced properly) you will benefit from Honda reliability.
Sticky stearing. Yes, so? It is fixed under warranty. Ger manufactures would say only no no issues and go on. Honda and Japs even take care when things happen.
Took delivery of my civic sport in blue two weeks ago. Absolutely awesome car. But biggest problem, due to euro laws, is if traffic sign recognition is on, and you above the speed limit, the car will bong to tell you.
Yes I don’t like the level of warning, it’s too much. I don’t believe it can be adjusted down or off. Near me there’s a 40 that used to be 70. There’s no enforcement of the lower limit so cars travel ( usually) between 45 and 55. Travelling all of that at 40 could actually lead to abuse!!
I'm in the USA, Honolulu, HI. I am waiting for the new 2025 Civic Sport Touring Hybrid Hatchback, which is the improvement of that one with updated styling and other mechanical improvements.
Why would you compare load compartment volumes of Civic with Scoda Superb? They are in different categories. Comparing to Octavia would make more sense.
Was a toss up between the Civic E;HEV and the Corolla Touring. Went with the Corolla, I wanted an estate, and couldn't get a Civic E:Hev at the time for love nor money, but really, seeing the Civic in the flesh, it's very nice. Better packaging inside. Not complaining about the Corolla though, I love it, but the Honda is objectively better if you can find one (maybe not on reliability, will see). So if you don't care about estates and want more room for the kids at the back, probably the Honda. Or the Octavia Diesel Estate, if you do a lot of highway miles. Either, that would be my trio of choices.
The first bit was mostly correct ie: if you don't have a place to charge If you do however, electricity is dead cheap. The cheapest tariff is about 5p/kWh overnight
You *almost* got how the Honda eCVT works here, Tish. When the petrol engine drives the wheels has nothing to do with the power. It is simply when the car goes above 45mph that the overdrive gear kicks in and the petrol engine is connected directly, while still being aided by electricity, if the extra power is needed. Below that speed, the drive is done by the electric motor only. Also, that engine noise has nothing to do with it being a Civic. That engine simply revs high to provide a solid boost to the electric generator/motor. It’s just as loud in the CR-V and the ZR-V.
It's wrong to say that a hybrid is "better for the environment" than a conventional combustion-only vehicle. In the end all of a hybrid's motive energy comes from its petrol engine. There may be some efficiency gains, but still the majority of energy produced by the engine is lost in excess heat, and all of that energy comes from a non-renewable source.
60 US mpg in cities. That's what good hybrids and electrics are for. Well, for full electric, meh, I wouldn't. Can't afford two cars, can't charge at home, so no point.
Currently own a simply OUTSTANDING Honda CR-V HYBRID with the same Power Train as the 23/24 CIVIC..,,average mpg being around 44 to 46. I previously owned the Series 10 CIVIC with the CVT transmission, (which gave no issues whatsoever, I must add). I have enjoyed HONDA vehicles since 2005, the first being an ACCORD..,years of trouble free Motoring.....BUT !!? For some un-excusable reason HONDA UK are now pricing themselves out of the UK market....the TOP RANGE CR-V Plug In Hybrid can set you back well over 54k, the CIVIC is now just under 40k, and the "Bland" ZR-V over 44k OTR. Honda would be well advised to look closely at their UK pricing structure and also the % increase on their PCP deals.,.,G.A.R.
On a very small number of cars, it's not a common problem. Did you buy one? there are many if not the vast majority of owners who have had no problems whatsoever, me included.
@@pillred5974 I was very close to swapping my MK10 1.5 Sport for one but the steering on the one I was thinking of getting suffered from the sticky steering and then I read up on the problem. From what I can make out there are a lot of Civics out there with the issue and the way Honda have dealt with the matter is very poor. I presume you know it required a class action in the USA to get Honda to acknowledge the problem?
Yes, I did read about that but Honda has sold 300,000 Civics and there have been less than 300? instances of the steering problem in the US, and just a handful here in England, there are tens of thousands of owners who have had no trouble at all, if there was a problem with the manufacture or parts surely they would all be affected, it must be either a bad batch of parts or a software glitch it's a shame that Honda have not held their hands up and admitted there is a problem for the people affected. it will be interesting to see if there is a recall here (UK) I have nearly 3 years warranty left so I will have to wait and see. @@thedelaminator
I am a great honda car/motorcycle fan but Honda arent what they used tobe. Hondas gdi engines are leaking petrol into the oil and if infrequent oil changes = engine damage
Going electric is better for the environment? I know it's better for the government that tax them. It is better for OEM's that over charge for them. It is better for the strip minners. Better for the piwer company. Definitely better for China. But the consumer and the environment have been deceived.
It's hardly big though is it, I mean compare it to the heater control buttons they are big to my mind the volume button looks just right, no tester or reviewer has ever mentioned it and I certainly never look at it and think wow! that's huge. It's to make it easy to operate any smaller and it would be fiddly to use. @@markgillespie8842
Normally i'm a massive Civic fan. This model looks so bland and the fact the boot spoiler is a different colour from the car would throw my OCD nuts! Not a fan of black rims either one misjudged touch of a kerb and thats the look of the car ruined. Waiting eagerly to see what job they have made of the Tyre R.....hopefully none of ghat electric nonsense going on.
Home charging is the best. The single two bad moments are when you drive with 300 kg extra of batteries and when you have to replace them. Not talking about the wear in the car due to the extra car weight…
I'm normally into sportscars but I have to say, this Civic e:HEV has suddenly peaked my interest when it comes to wanting a practical yet somewhat sporty but very economical car thats not a full EV. Very handy for city people who live in flats that don't have wallbox chargers and also could get almost 80mpg in city driving. 14:09 Such a good point about the lack of through-loading when the boot is so capacious and totally agree about how the rear seat armrest could feel more sturdy - i've watched a lot of Civic e;HEV reviews but this one is one of the best reviews Tish 👍
you can get wireless android auto by tinkering with the engineers menu (holding the home, volume and
Yep did mine a year ago
Forget VW/Audi/Skoda/BMW Mercedes/Stellantis group/Ford or anything else. These Hondas are the very best vehicles of their type followed closely by the Toyota Corolla. The technology is incredible and long term (if serviced properly) you will benefit from Honda reliability.
You clearly aren't aware of the sticky steering issue?
Sticky stearing. Yes, so?
It is fixed under warranty. Ger manufactures would say only no no issues and go on.
Honda and Japs even take care when things happen.
@@thedelaminatorNo, could you provide with more details? What do you notice when driving? I’ve just got one new Civic and it’s very good.
great reveiv tish best of thelot
Took delivery of my civic sport in blue two weeks ago. Absolutely awesome car. But biggest problem, due to euro laws, is if traffic sign recognition is on, and you above the speed limit, the car will bong to tell you.
Yes I don’t like the level of warning, it’s too much. I don’t believe it can be adjusted down or off. Near me there’s a 40 that used to be 70. There’s no enforcement of the lower limit so cars travel ( usually) between 45 and 55. Travelling all of that at 40 could actually lead to abuse!!
You can turn it off in other cars so I don't see why you can't in this one.
@@DancinJim As of right now you cant. Unless you turn traffic sign recognition off every time you start the car.
@@DancinJim newer models from 2024 will be forced to have this on every time the car starts. screw the eu.
I'm in the USA, Honolulu, HI. I am waiting for the new 2025 Civic Sport Touring Hybrid Hatchback, which is the improvement of that one with updated styling and other mechanical improvements.
the car looks so fricking sexy , disappointed cuz these model of honda are not in india.
Why would you compare load compartment volumes of Civic with Scoda Superb? They are in different categories. Comparing to Octavia would make more sense.
Skoda superb dont compete with the civic 😀
Was a toss up between the Civic E;HEV and the Corolla Touring. Went with the Corolla, I wanted an estate, and couldn't get a Civic E:Hev at the time for love nor money, but really, seeing the Civic in the flesh, it's very nice. Better packaging inside. Not complaining about the Corolla though, I love it, but the Honda is objectively better if you can find one (maybe not on reliability, will see). So if you don't care about estates and want more room for the kids at the back, probably the Honda. Or the Octavia Diesel Estate, if you do a lot of highway miles. Either, that would be my trio of choices.
USB A ports tish, not C, apart from that a near faultless revue covered all the important things.
The first bit was mostly correct ie: if you don't have a place to charge
If you do however, electricity is dead cheap. The cheapest tariff is about 5p/kWh overnight
Exactly, great for those who can charge at home ☺️ We love selling our EVs but charging at destination chargers only isn’t not recommended
On a cloudy ⛅️ day you're my ray of sunshine!❤😉
So...at cruise speeds from 100 to 140 km/h, what drives the wheels, EM or CE?
This model of Civic is already for some time in offer, but I personally haven't seen them anywhere on the roads in Europe... Hmm?
Good introduction - great review.
Thank you kindly!
How annoying are the buttons for shifting when parallel parking?
I got this Car... i ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ it.... yresterday.. i bought $20.. in Gas... 3 1/2 gallon.. i wish i had A V8...😂
You *almost* got how the Honda eCVT works here, Tish.
When the petrol engine drives the wheels has nothing to do with the power. It is simply when the car goes above 45mph that the overdrive gear kicks in and the petrol engine is connected directly, while still being aided by electricity, if the extra power is needed. Below that speed, the drive is done by the electric motor only.
Also, that engine noise has nothing to do with it being a Civic. That engine simply revs high to provide a solid boost to the electric generator/motor. It’s just as loud in the CR-V and the ZR-V.
its fake noise
@@adamek9750 No, actually it isn’t. The transmission shifts are simulated, but not the noise.
U can tkae off the engine noise actually taking off one adapter and the u dont hear nothing. So? Is it fake then or not?
@@ThePegi27 That exists only on the Si and Type-R and for two generations now.
Hmm... I have both hybrid and R. I will check it just for intrest. Maybe u r right, but im curious to check 😊
It's wrong to say that a hybrid is "better for the environment" than a conventional combustion-only vehicle. In the end all of a hybrid's motive energy comes from its petrol engine. There may be some efficiency gains, but still the majority of energy produced by the engine is lost in excess heat, and all of that energy comes from a non-renewable source.
How is electric better for the environment? Serious question
60 US mpg in cities. That's what good hybrids and electrics are for. Well, for full electric, meh, I wouldn't. Can't afford two cars, can't charge at home, so no point.
a proper ev has no exhaust pipe
how can you compare honda civic with skoda superb ?
Not the same bracket. Superb is one of largest lims out there. Also much more variants in terms of engine.
Currently own a simply OUTSTANDING Honda CR-V HYBRID with the same Power Train as the 23/24 CIVIC..,,average mpg being around 44 to 46. I previously owned the Series 10 CIVIC with the CVT transmission, (which gave no issues whatsoever, I must add).
I have enjoyed HONDA vehicles since 2005, the first being an ACCORD..,years of trouble free Motoring.....BUT !!?
For some un-excusable reason HONDA UK are now pricing themselves out of the UK market....the TOP RANGE CR-V Plug In Hybrid can set you back well over 54k, the CIVIC is now just under 40k, and the "Bland" ZR-V over 44k OTR.
Honda would be well advised to look closely at their UK pricing structure and also the % increase on their PCP deals.,.,G.A.R.
How is this different from GM Chevy volt?
the GM chevy volt is much better than this , the volt has a plug in option
For anyone tempted by the new Civic, as I was, I suggest you do a search into the sticky steering problems affecting this particular car.
On a very small number of cars, it's not a common problem. Did you buy one? there are many if not the vast majority of owners who have had no problems whatsoever, me included.
@@pillred5974 I was very close to swapping my MK10 1.5 Sport for one but the steering on the one I was thinking of getting suffered from the sticky steering and then I read up on the problem. From what I can make out there are a lot of Civics out there with the issue and the way Honda have dealt with the matter is very poor. I presume you know it required a class action in the USA to get Honda to acknowledge the problem?
Yes, I did read about that but Honda has sold 300,000 Civics and there have been less than 300? instances of the steering problem in the US, and just a handful here in England, there are tens of thousands of owners who have had no trouble at all, if there was a problem with the manufacture or parts surely they would all be affected, it must be either a bad batch of parts or a software glitch it's a shame that Honda have not held their hands up and admitted there is a problem for the people affected. it will be interesting to see if there is a recall here (UK) I have nearly 3 years warranty left so I will have to wait and see. @@thedelaminator
@thedelaminator yes I heard of this, but appears to affect the USA built ones and the ones in the UK come from Japan.
@@richardrichard9631 I'm afraid UK cars appear to be affected as well which is a shame as I would bought one.
i dont how much to trust that CVT Gearbox..
Is not a CVT gearbox, it has only one fixed gear.
@@dan16g sounds even worse 😂
I am a great honda car/motorcycle fan but Honda arent what they used tobe. Hondas gdi engines are leaking petrol into the oil and if infrequent oil changes = engine damage
The 2.0 isn’t one of those engines.
They went back to multiport injection on this engine lot better
@@colinwest5496 You mean port injection?
Going electric is better for the environment? I know it's better for the government that tax them. It is better for OEM's that over charge for them. It is better for the strip minners. Better for the piwer company. Definitely better for China. But the consumer and the environment have been deceived.
The monthly payments on this car is waaaaay too high!!
Not sure about the attire tish😂
I Agree. She does a good presentation of the cars and i like her voice and figure. Hate what she wears sometimes 😬
I cant accept cvt transmission
good thing it doesn't have one.
Far too expensive 3?year warranty? 8 years on the battery life sorry Toyota 15 years on the batteries and 5 years warranty.
Its electric what?
Its a hybrid 2.0litre petrol is moreso powering the batteries that push your car.
Don't mind the sound, but that huge button on media screen is horrendous.
What huge button?
The volume button?
@@pillred5974 you can't miss it, you could hang yr coat off it.
@@afcgeo882 coat hanger more like
It's hardly big though is it, I mean compare it to the heater control buttons they are big to my mind the volume button looks just right, no tester or reviewer has ever mentioned it and I certainly never look at it and think wow! that's huge. It's to make it easy to operate any smaller and it would be fiddly to use. @@markgillespie8842
This car worth max 25-30k, not 30-40k Honda is asking for.
I thought the same, but just checked the price of the equivalent VW golf. They've all gone over the £40k mark.
Yes they r, but no thx Golf & VAG group issues to me.
Orices are quite high nowdays everywhere.
@ThePegi27 With the arrival of Euro 6e all cars will be much more expensive.
Yes, we have seen that here in EU ares.
It's an expensive car for a sedan.
This is basically the inferior cousin to the Hammerhead Eagle i-Thrust.
Lady, dont sit on the car! We, the men, love our cars 😂🤪
Normally i'm a massive Civic fan. This model looks so bland and the fact the boot spoiler is a different colour from the car would throw my OCD nuts! Not a fan of black rims either one misjudged touch of a kerb and thats the look of the car ruined. Waiting eagerly to see what job they have made of the Tyre R.....hopefully none of ghat electric nonsense going on.
You can get spoiler in body colour lol I did.
a full polluting ev, well done honda....shhhh don't tell anyone the home charging is the cheap to run bit...
It's about giving people options that work for them
@@johnbanksreviews and being a honda dealership.
Home charging is the best. The single two bad moments are when you drive with 300 kg extra of batteries and when you have to replace them. Not talking about the wear in the car due to the extra car weight…
Looks bland and boring design, Toyota carrola look better me think..😊