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Honda Reveals All-New 2017 Civic X Hatchback, Available This Fall In The USA

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Honda has revealed a photo gallery of the 2017 Civic hatchback, along with a few key details of the next generation compact model from the Japanese automaker.
The 2017 Honda Civic is the first five-door hatchback offered by this brand in its American lineup. It is produced in Europe at Honda's UK Manufacturing facility in Swindon, and it is built on the 10th-generation Civic Sedan and Coupe platform.

All the versions of the all-new Civic X will be fitted with a 1.5-liter direct injection gasoline turbocharged engine. This body style will serve as the basis for the 2018 Civic Type R, which will come to the USA next year, as Honda has announced today. Until then, customers will have access to the regular Civic X Hatchback, which will be available starting this fall.

Honda will offer a six-speed manual transmission or a CVT for the new Civic, with the mention that the manual only comes with the LX, Sport, and EX trim levels.

The engine provides a peak output of 174 HP and 162 lb-ft of torque for the LX, EX, and EX-L trims, while the Sport and Sport Touring grades get 180 HP and 162 lb-ft of torque. The latter equipment level is easily recognizable through a high-flow center-mounted exhaust.

Honda anticipates an EPA fuel economy rating of 34 mpg combined, 40 mpg highway, and 31 mpg city for its CVT-equipped models. The anticipated fuel economy figures are based on the EPA ratings for 2017 model year vehicles, and Honda claims it is at the top of the class with the new Civic.

Honda has fitted the Civic X with a fully independent suspension configuration, and its bushes are filled with liquid for enhanced performance and comfort.

Concerning the interior of the all-new Civic, Honda has equipped it with better materials and finishes when compared to its predecessor, while cargo capacity and cabin volume are claimed to be class-leading.
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