Show OverviewAll-new for 2022, the 11th-generation Honda Civic Hatchback delivers on the aspirational Civic experience with an even sportier character, Euro-inspired class-above design, an available 6-speed manual transmission and increased versatility to fit the lifestyle needs of young, active buyers. Like its Sedan stablemate, the newest member of the 11th-gen Civic family raises the bar in every conceivable way – design, performance, fuel efficiency, safety features and technology.
The 10th-generation Civic Hatchback became a breakout hit since its introduction to the U.S. market in 2016, eventually accounting for more than 25 percent of Civic sales. The 11th-generation Hatchback builds on the popularity of its predecessor and for the first time Civic Hatchback will be manufactured in the U.S., in Greensburg, Indiana, continuing the decades-long commitment by Honda to build products close to the customer. Built on the same platform as the all-new and critically acclaimed Civic Sedan, the new Civic Hatchback features the same low cowl, excellent visibility and exceptional attention to detail. Its sporty hatchback design not only adds a sleek coupe-like silhouette and a fastback roofline, it also has a wider cargo opening than its predecessor to make it easier to load large items. Civic Hatchback’s simple and clean interior delivers on the new Honda user experience and adds best-in-class cargo capacity behind the rear seats, more rear seat legroom and an open and airy greenhouse for improved visibility for all occupants. Highlighting the dash is Civic’s metal honeycomb panel, a high-quality styling detail that serves both form and function by also concealing the air vents. The high-tech interior also includes standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, plus an available 10.2-inch all-digital instrument display and an HD 9-inch color touchscreen and Bose Centerpoint 2 premium sound system. The new Civic Hatchback also ramps up the sporty driving characteristics of the new Civic Sedan, with ride and handling developed in Europe and North America, and an available 6-speed manual transmission with short throws and a solid feel. The 6-speed is available with both the naturally aspirated 2.0-liter and turbocharged 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engines, promising enthusiast drivers an even more engaging driving experience. This is the most fun to drive Civic Hatchback in Honda history and, ultimately, will serve as the basis for the next generation of Honda’s performance flagship, the Civic Type R. The 2022 Civic Hatchback includes all the safety updates made to the 2022 Civic Sedan, including the Honda Sensing® suite of safety and driver assistive technologies, improved with a new single-camera system. Honda Sensing adds standard Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR), Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) in CVT-equipped trims, and gives a more natural feel to functions such as Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keeping Assist. In fact, the new Civic Hatchback boasts best-ever safety features and performance, with multiple new airbag designs, including the world’s first driver’s airbag specifically designed to reduce head rotation in a collision, especially an oblique collision. Introduced on the all-new Civic Sedan, the new airbag uses an innovative donut-shaped structure to cradle and hold the head, mitigating rotation and reducing the likelihood of brain injury. On the passenger side, a new three-chamber airbag design achieves a similar result. The three chambers inflate separately, with the two outer chambers that extend above the main chamber designed to cradle the head and control rotation. Along with the two next-generation airbags, Civic benefits from additional standard airbag technology with first-time applications of knee and rear side-impact airbags. Exterior Design, Package and BodyWhat’s New
Exterior Design Details Up front, the Civic Hatchback’s is immediately distinct from Sedan, thanks to its more aggressive honeycomb grille, which is tilted slightly forward and features a smaller body-color area for an even sportier look. Like Sedan, Civic Hatchback’s front-end styling emphasizes width with slim, wide-set LED headlights. Civic Hatchback shares the same 107.7-inch wheelbase while the Hatchback’s rear overhang is 4.9 inches shorter. Compared to the 10th-generation Hatchback, the rear overhang is 0.8 inches (20 mm) less. To eliminate the need for roof molding and achieve Hatchback’s clean roof line, Honda has employed the same laser brazing technology used on the Sedan’s roof seams. Additionally, Hatchback uses a new lightweight resin hatch, which allows the hinges to be moved down and to the side for a smooth, clean coupe-like profile. The 2022 Civic Hatchback eliminates the previous rear spoiler, giving the rear end a much cleaner and more integrated appearance without any loss of visibility. To emphasize its width, Hatchback features unique horizontal taillights with CHMSL that run nearly the entire width of the hatch. In the rear, the 11th-generation Civic benefits from a 0.5-inch wider track while maintaining the same overall width as the 10th-generation car. This is achieved by pushing the rear wheels as close to the edge of the body work as possible thanks to newly hemmed wheel arches. This allows the wheels to be situated nearly flush with the fender without fear of tires interfering with the body work when the suspension is compressed. Like the Civic Sedan, the Hatchback’s windshield A-pillars have been pulled rearward by 1.96 inches to improve visibility, elongate its hood and visually connect the pillar to the front wheel hub to create a sense of stability. Likewise, Hatchback’s hood is an inch lower where it meets the pillars, lowering the fender line, creating a “thin” appearance that makes the wheels look larger. A strong horizontal character line emphasizes the new Hatchback’s additional 1.4 inches of wheelbase. An upswept lower character line that begins right behind the front wheel, sweeping gradually upward toward the rear adds a sense of motion. The Civic Hatchback’s door handles have been redesigned for a cleaner look. A touchpad has replaced the locking button seen on the 10th-generation, and the keyhole has been cleverly hidden behind the handle itself. Lighting Design In front, the three-lamp headlight unit places the high beam in the middle, creating a “pupil” effect when the high beams are off. Functionally, the headlights have been designed for improved illumination, with one of the low-beam units having better lateral illumination, and the other distributing light farther and wider down the road for improved visibility at night, all of which helps the Hatchback target a TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The Hatchback’s taillights and CHMSL enhance the uninterrupted flow of the upper side character line, spanning nearly the entire width of the hatch. Four New Wheel Designs Enhanced Architecture and
Stronger Body Overall, the new Civic Hatchback is 19-percent stiffer in torsional rigidity compared to the 10th-generation. Additionally, there is a 17-percent increase in stiffness to the rear damper upper mounting points which allows the dampers to operate more effectively, resulting in better body and unsprung mass control. The front damper upper mounting points are 2 percent stiffer. While increasing structural strength can mean an increase in weight, several new construction techniques were used in the new Civic to minimize weight gain. Reduction measures include the use of an aluminum hood, a feature that was previously only available on Civic Type R. Application of Structural Adhesive Aerodynamic Performance Additionally, airflow separation over the front pillar was reduced by increasing the area of drip molding, and airflow turbulence under the door mirror was reduced by adding small vortex generators to the underside of the door mirror housing. HPD Accessory Package Exterior Colors Interior Design and PackageWhat’s New
Improved Versatility Hatchback’s new resin hatch is lighter, so it’s easier to open and close, and the lower part of its hatch opening has been widened by 1.6 inches (40 mm) to make loading wide items even easier. Simple, Uncluttered Interior The form and function of switches and other fixtures were carefully designed to be most suitable for each task, be it a twist, push or pull, with special attention to the feel and amount of spring force in controls. Such careful attention to detail included consistency between surface treatments, even on decorative parts, with the goal of creating an environment comparable to high-end tech devices. Interior ergonomics were developed along two core ideas: “instantaneous recognition” and “intuitive operation,” which combines easy to understand information with natural-feeling controls. To this end, the new Civic places meters and the center display on the upper part of the instrument panel, allowing the driver to gain useful driving information with limited eye movement. Since controls for the climate system and side windows are out of the driver’s line of sight, they were positioned along the lines of the driver’s natural functional flow, allowing intuitive operation with minimal movement. Special attention was paid to the rear seating area as well. The rear seatback angle was increased by one degree for a more relaxing and comfortable ride for passengers, and the lower windowsill is complemented by a new, small side window behind the rear door pillar, helping to create a feeling of spaciousness. Panoramic Visibility In addition to featuring a square-shaped front glass, the flat instrumental panel was developed using computer aided design (CAD) and clay models so that the joints and seams are positioned to reduce the visual noise from windshield reflections. Additionally, the low cowl is the same height as the door windowsills for an uninterrupted and harmonious flow that extends from the dash all the way to the rear doors. Visibility in the rear of the car is also improved, with new small quarter windows behind the rear door windows, and by eliminating the rear spoiler which split the view out of the rear window. Taken together, the enhanced visibility afforded by the exterior structure and interior design make it easier for the driver to understand the vehicle’s position relative to its surroundings, whether traveling in a straight line or when cornering. Interior
Packaging In the rear, the extended wheelbase allowed for an increase of 1.4 inches of rear-seat legroom compared to the 10th-generation Hatchback. The generous interior headroom of the 10th-generation car has been maintained. New Body Stabilizing Front Seats An inner frame on the seat bottom stabilizes the hip to reduce movement and posture changes regardless of the various G forces the user may experience while driving. The curve of the seat bottom leaves no gap between the seat and thighs to prevent sliding forward, which couples with the internal structure to reducing forward and lateral pelvic tilt that can lead to fatigue and discomfort on long drives. The seat also centers the upper body over the pelvis, helping to stabilize the upper arms and the eyesight of the driver, making it easier to drive. From a design standpoint, fabric and leather upholstery use wrinkle-resistant materials with a virtually perfect finish all the way to the edges, and the seatback uses a single material, eliminating inconsistency in visual quality for a “clean” view from the rear seats, with a minimum of seams. Honeycomb Mesh Instrument Panel Trim In addition, the honeycomb panel design is flow-through, concealing air vents that might otherwise mar the uncluttered look of the dash. The knobs operating the vents went through multiple design iterations to achieve a high-quality operation feel, with the final version reminiscent of high-end home entertainment devices. Fine-Quality Trim and Materials The center console features a new finish that evokes the high-quality appearance of piano black, but without the propensity for smudges, fingerprints and scratches that can affect that material over time (see Center Console, below). On Sport Touring grades, the same material is used on the window switch panels. Fit and finish was also given high priority. This included details such as precisely fitting the tweeter from the Bose audio system into the A-pillar, since it comes into the field of view of the driver. The center B-pillar was designed with a ridge that actively picks up outside light, making it look thinner, and reducing the feeling of confinement for rear seat passengers. Even the cover for the new Honda Sensing® wide-view camera was designed to create a sense of unity with the upper console, achieving a clean look. The Hatchback LX trim features a black cloth interior, while Hatchback Sport has a combination synthetic leather and fabric seat in Sport Black, which includes a black headliner. Hatchback EX-L grades feature perforated leather upholstery in either black or gray, while Sport Touring’s Sport Black and Sport Gray perforated leather both include a black headliner.
Center Console In Hatchbacks equipped with a CVT, the shift knob has been tilted toward the driver by 5 degrees, allowing the cup holders to be positioned to the right of the shift knob and still hold large-size cups. Smaller tubs built inside the holder allow it to stably hold reduced sized types of cups as well, such as the now-popular, skinnier insulated bottle. In front of the shift knob is a generous tray designed to accommodate large smartphones, where, in the Sport Touring trim, a wireless charging pad is located. The standard USB port in the front of the console is lit to make it easier to find at night. Civic Hatchback models with a 6-speed manual transmission feature a different center console layout, with its deep and wide cupholders arranged behind its centrally located short-throw shifter and drive mode buttons. The drive mode and parking brake buttons are positioned to the left of the shifter and its center console bin is located behind the cupholders. Usability improvements include switches and other controls that are laid out along the driver’s operational flow. For Sport and Sport Touring trims, the drive mode switch is located directly above the button for the electric parking brake, making it easy for drivers to find without taking their eyes off the road. In addition, the large center console storage bin uses a lid which automatically pops up to a 60-degree angle (manually to 90 degrees), making it easier for shorter drivers to open and close the lid without twisting their body. Similar in appearance to glossy piano black, Civic’s center console trim has a clear, and high-gloss resin finish. However, to prevent fingerprints and scratches that can blemish the surface of piano black surfaces over time, the die for the console trim was machined in a very fine pattern. This pattern hides fingerprints and scratches, while creating an attractive visual accent for the cabin space. On EX-L and Sport Touring trims, the pattern also is used on the window-switch panels. Reducing Cabin Noise This includes the first use of urethane spray foam for Civic, radically reducing cabin noise. Commonly found in premium class vehicles, urethane spray foam is used in 10 places, and is particularly effective in the hollow portions of the body structure, including the front and rear end of the side sills, and the starting and ending points of each pillar. To reduce the vibrations that can cause noise, overall body rigidity is improved as well as the rigidity of the underbody panel. Additional measures were taken throughout the chassis to reduce the transmission of road noise through the suspension, including improved bushings in the multi-link rear suspension. (For more information, please see the Chassis section.) Sound insulation is used in multiple places throughout Civic to prevent remaining noise from the engine compartment, road, suspension, and even body panels from penetrating the cabin. This includes sound insulation on the underside of the hood, the engine under cover, and the dashboard panel, plus a dashboard inner insulator and noise-absorbing instrument panel insulator to reduce the transmission of engine sounds to the cabin. Road noise is reduced through the use of a noise-absorbing floor undercover and rear inner fender liner, plus noise-absorbing carpeting. Hatchback also benefits from additional sound insulation under the rear carpet compared to Sedan, and extra sound insulators in the walls of the cargo area. Engine vibrations were reduced by various measures, such as an improved torque rod to control longitudinal vibrations, additional fastening points of the engine side mount stay, and increasing the rigidity of both the crankshaft and oil pan on 1.5-liter turbocharged engines. Under-hood components that can transmit vibrations, such as the air cleaner and intercooler, were designed with an eye to reducing noise and vibration. Finally, a new lightweight flex tube in the exhaust decreases the transmission of engine noise to the cabin. Additionally, revised programming for the engine and CVT provide a more linear and natural-sounding relationship between engine and vehicle speeds. (For more information, please see the Powertrain section.) HMI and TechnologyWhat’s New
Driver-Focused Technology Two touchscreen audio systems are available: a standard 7-inch color touchscreen, and a high-definition (HD) 9-inch color touchscreen similar to the one used in Accord and other Honda vehicles is standard on Sport Touring grades. Both touchscreen audio systems are placed nearly 4 inches higher on the dash for better visibility and ease of use. Both touchscreen audio systems are designed with an eye toward simplicity of operation with additional hard buttons, including a volume knob, and a simplified menu structure. Hatchback Sport Touring also features Bose premium sound system with Centerpoint 2 technology. Digital Instrumentation Hatchback Sport Touring grades feature the new all-digital instrument display that debuted on Civic Sedan. Measuring 10.2 inches, the high-definition full-color panel displays a variety of information, all customizable from the steering wheel. Information can be displayed with traditional round gauges for the tachometer and speedometer, or with bar graphs flanking the left and right of the screen. A new mode available when using Adaptive Cruise Control eliminates the tachometer and speedometer from the display altogether (but maintains a numerical speed readout) for a more relaxed driving environment. In addition to the gauges, the screen is used to convey information to the driver with customizable areas on the left and right side of the display. The left side of the screen is dedicated to audio and telephone information, which the driver can select using the left-side steering wheel controls. The right side is dedicated to driving-related information such as activating or deactivating various Honda Sensing® functions, or navigation system information, which the driver selects using the right-side steering wheel controls. Between the speedometer and tachometer is an area dedicated to vehicle functions, including Honda Sensing® status and a numerical speed readout. This graphic meter is used to communicate Honda Sensing® operating status in an easy-to-understand manner. The car itself is represented in a bird’s eye view from behind, and the digital meter displays an accurate view of the surroundings, including indicating curves in the road, to match the actual road environment. The display also uses a motorcycle and box truck as options to express “other vehicles” ahead. And in a fun surprise-and-delight feature, the brake lights, headlights and turn signals of the Civic icon turn on and off with those functions. New Standard Audio At the bottom is a row of hard buttons for many functions including skipping music tracks, navigating the audio menu and selecting between phone, radio, Bluetooth® or USB media. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration is standard. On LX trims, the audio system powers four speakers, while Sport and EX-L have eight speakers, with tweeters added to the A-pillars and rear doors. Large and easy to use physical buttons on the audio system improve usability, and the system uses a fast processor for quick response with virtually no lag after inputs. To make it easier to use the switches and touchscreen when the vehicle is in motion, the screen is recessed slightly from the edge of the dash, resulting in a 0.8-inch finger rest that allows the user to steady their hand while making selections. Available HD Audio Display Hatchback’s 9-inch color touchscreen system also comes standard with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, along with Qi-compatible wireless charging. Like the standard system, the 9-inch audio features a finger rest to make it easy to use the touchscreen while the vehicle is in motion. Four 2.5A USB ports are included with the 9-inch system, with two in the front and two at the rear of the center console for easy reach by rear seat passengers. Designed with simplicity in mind, the new 9-inch color touchscreen system places user-defined shortcuts at the bottom of the screen, offering six easily programmable shortcuts. Making phone calls with a Bluetooth® connected phone is simplified with a reduced number of layers and simplified screen layout. Also new are Smart Shortcuts, an automatic assistant function that enables the user to execute frequently used actions quicker and with fewer steps. The system uses machine learning to predict and propose user preferences based on the track record of the user’s actions and behaviors. By pressing the icon on the home screen, the system displays frequently used commands, such as the “Home” address, frequently visited places, a list of favorite radio programs, redials for received calls, or calling a person on the “Favorite” list. For example, with one action, the system can call up the names of people the user calls frequently, eliminating the need to look them up in a directory. These shortcuts are stored on the Smart Shortcut menu, and a unique profile is created for each respective user. Bose Premium Sound Expert audio engineers developed the Bose sound system with advanced components and technologies, working closely with Honda to integrate the system early in the vehicle design process for optimal performance. Clear, impactful sound is delivered through high-performance Bose speakers, strategically placed throughout the Civic’s interior for exceptional music reproduction across all frequencies, low to high. Helping to preserve the quality of the listening experience, Dynamic Speed Compensation technology automatically adjusts volume and tone based on vehicle speed, reducing the need for drivers to manually adjust settings while on the road. Bose System Details:
New On-Board Navigation An improved 3D mode clearly shows objects such as buildings for easier navigation by landmarks. The display uses more vibrant colors, and one-touch operation was added for frequently used functions such as route cancellation and muting navigation guidance. The system can also learn frequently used routes and using continuously updated traffic information from a user’s smartphone, can suggest alternate routes even if navigation guidance isn’t currently active. In addition, the new system will receive map updates four times a year. PowertrainWhat’s New
Additionally, the naturally aspirated 2.0-liter 4-cylinder, offered for the first time in Civic Hatchback, offers improved emissions performance, while the 1.5-liter 4-cylinder offers the same output as the previous generation Sport and Sport Touring, with 180-horsepower (SAE net at 6,000 rpm) and 177 lb.-ft. of torque (SAE net at 1,700 to 4,500 rpm), but now on more economical 87-octane fuel. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) for each engine have been retuned for more natural, “synchronized” response, as well as further improvements to fuel economy ratings in trims equipped with the 1.5L turbo engine (EX-L and Sport Touring). World Class 6-Speed Manual Transmission The Civic Hatchback’s manual transmission features a rigid aluminum exterior case, high-capacity ball bearings, stiff gear shafts, and high torque capacity. A constant-mesh helical reverse gear mechanism significantly reduces noise when reverse is selected. A reverse lockout feature prevents the transmission from accidentally being shifted into reverse while the car is moving forward. 6-Speed Manual Transmission Gear Ratios
2.0-LITER IN-LINE 4-CYLINDER & CVT Improved Emissions and Fuel Economy Ratings In addition, an Idle Stop system was added for the first time, reducing fuel consumption when idling at a stop. Cylinder Block and Crankshaft Each journal on the lightweight heat-forged steel crankshaft is micropolished to reduce internal friction and improve smoothness throughout the rpm range and help lower noise levels. Pistons/Connecting Rods Cylinder Head and i-VTEC® Valvetrain A low-friction silent-chain drives dual overhead cams and four valves per cylinder. The cam drive is maintenance free throughout the life of the engine. To assist cooling and detonation resistance, the cylinder head has a cooling passage placed between each pair of exhaust valves. Combustion chamber shape and valve angles are optimized to help boost fuel efficiency and power. The included valve angle is 35 degrees, to decrease the surface-to-volume ratio of the combustion chambers and help create a flat, compact combustion chamber that minimizes unburned hydrocarbon emissions. The combustion chamber shape creates a compression ratio of 10.8:1, yet the engine still operates on regular unleaded fuel. A high-tumble intake-port design combines with the combustion chamber and piston crown shape to create a high level of airflow tumble. This helps create a homogenous fuel mixture for low fuel consumption and high airflow for high power output. The 2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve i-VTEC® engine uses an advanced valve control system to combine high power output with high fuel efficiency and low emissions. The system combines dual Variable Timing Control™ (VTC™), which continuously adjusts the intake and exhaust camshaft phase, with Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC®), which changes valve lift, timing and duration of the intake valves. VTC™ is key to the “intelligent” portion of the system by continuously varying the timing of the intake and exhaust camshafts. This helps increase power while also providing a smoother idle (allowing idle speed to be reduced). The cam timing is varied based on input from sensors that monitor rpm, timing, throttle opening, cam position and exhaust air-fuel ratio. The result is increased fuel efficiency and lower emissions. Under certain conditions, the VTC™ can hold the intake valves open longer to allow a reverse airflow of intake air into the intake manifold. Refined
Continuously Variable Transmission Drivability improvements are accomplished by updating the following controls: G-Design shift, downshift strategy, and Step-Shift. In various situations from normal to sporty driving, the updated G-Design shift further improves the linearity of the driver’s throttle input relative to the acceleration of the vehicle. Downshift control adds engine braking when going downhill and is redesigned to improve engine response during spirited driving as well as increased engine braking in highway driving. When the driver presses the brake pedal while cornering or on the highway, the CVT will select an appropriate lower ratio, maintaining a higher engine speed. This creates stronger engine braking while improving the engine response when acceleration resumes. The higher engine speed continues until the driver resumes a cruise or neutral throttle condition. A Step-Shift function is activated during full-throttle acceleration. The CVT is programmed to control engine speeds in “steps,” similar to a traditional automatic transmission, giving drivers a familiar audible cue for a better sense of acceleration. To improve fuel efficiency, the CVT for the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder was updated with a new, more robust electric hydraulic pump. In a conventional CVT, a mechanical oil pump is responsible for both the high hydraulic pressure used to sandwich the steel belt by moving the pulley plates, and low hydraulic pressure for lubrication of each component. For the updated CVT, a new large-size electric oil pump is used to supply high hydraulic pressure for transmission operation, reducing the demand of the mechanical pump, and therefore improving fuel efficiency. In addition, the secondary shaft now uses a ball bearing versus the tapered roller bearing. 1.5-LITER
VTEC® TURBO IN-LINE 4-CYLINDER & CVT The improvements are possible due to the use of a new high-efficiency turbocharger, new turbo piping with reduced pressure drop, and a new 4-2 exhaust port/manifold cast into the head. The changes to the turbo system also helped improve fuel economy ratings, assisted by the addition of VTEC® to the exhaust valves. To significantly reduce unpleasant vibrations in the 300-600 Hz range, the crankshaft and oil pan rigidity were both increased. In addition, the changes made to the 1.5-liter engine work in concert with updates to the CVT’s responsiveness to reduce turbo lag and substantially improve engine response. The improvements can be felt especially when accelerating from a stop, resuming acceleration after being off-throttle, or in heavy traffic on a highway. In addition, the added torque combines with new engine and transmission tuning to help improve acceleration when merging or passing other vehicles on the highway, giving Civic a more natural and linear response to part-throttle inputs. Updated Turbo System Moreover, by reducing the curvature of the intake air entry to the compressor housing and the high-pressure side pipe which leads to charged intake air discharge, the pressure drop is reduced, which increases efficiency by approximately 5 percent in all areas, resulting in high responsiveness and high output. New 4-2 Exhaust Port Cylinder Head Additionally, the position of the air-fuel ratio sensor was moved, resulting in improved low-engine speed responsiveness. The efficiency gains in the adoption of the 4-2 exhaust manifold also contributes to the improvement of fuel efficiency. Improved Fuel Economy Ratings and Emissions For emissions, a new catalytic converter is used that minimizes the use of rare metals, helping Civic achieve LEV3-SULEV 30 (CVT) and LEV3-ULEV 50 (6MT) emissions certifications. Cylinder Block and Crankshaft Pistons
and Connecting Rods Pistons are cooled by oil jets directed at the underside of each piston crown. Ion-plated piston rings help reduce friction for greater operating efficiency. Lightweight, high-strength steel connecting rods are heat-forged in one piece and then "crack separated" to create a lighter and stronger rod with an optimally fitted bearing cap. Cylinder Head and Valvetrain A low-friction, silent-chain drives dual overhead cams and four valves per cylinder. The cam drive is maintenance free throughout the life of the engine. To help further reduce weight, thin-wall hollow camshafts are used. To benefit fuel efficiency, emissions and power, the turbo engine utilizes sodium filled exhaust valves. A hollow chamber within the valve contains sodium that is cooled by the exhaust port cooling jacket. As the camber reaches close to the valve head, the sodium helps to cool the entire valve. As the valve is internally cooled it doesn't need the enriched fuel mixture that was generally used in turbo engines to help cool the exhaust valve. The resultant leaner mixture reduces emissions, increases fuel efficiency and helps increase power. To provide a high-tumble intake charge that further enhances combustion efficiency, both the intake port and piston crown have special designs. In addition to the new exhaust-side VTEC®, the 1.5-liter turbo engine continues to feature VTC™ that can vary the timing of both the intake and exhaust camshafts independently. With this system, cam timing can be optimized to suit the driving conditions. Under light loads, valve overlap can be increased to reduce pumping losses and improve fuel efficiency. When engine speed is low and engine load is large, such as during initial acceleration, the amount of overlap is increased to boost the scavenging effect, which improves torque and responsiveness. When engine speed is high and engine load also is high, such as during full-throttle acceleration, the amount of valve overlap is reduced to increase engine output by improving both intake and scavenging. Updated Continuously Variable Transmission In addition, the CVT for the 1.5-liter turbo uses a larger torque converter to better handle the additional torque generated by the updated engine. The transmission also benefits from the same drivability improvements as the unit used with the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder, including updated G-Design shift control, downshift strategy and Step-Shift function. Additionally, Sport and Sport Touring trims come standard with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, allowing drivers to choose between individual pre-set “ratios” for a dynamic driving experience. Drive
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ChassisWhat’s New
European-Developed Chassis for Responsiveness, Comfort and Fun Like Civic Sedan, the 11th generation Civic Hatchback’s wheelbase has been extended 1.4-inches under the rear seat, and its rear track is 0.5-inch wider. Together, these changes contribute to improved straight-line driving and steering stability. An all-new aluminum front subframe with an efficient truss and rib structure provides rigidity and stability. Additionally, numerous improvements were undertaken to reduce suspension and steering friction, along with the use of more compliant suspension bushings, yielding noticeable improvements in dynamics and refinement. This relationship between steering torque and yaw rate has been optimized to improve steering feel. Line tracing through low and high-speed corners also benefits by creating a more linear response to steering inputs. Moreover, the new Civic feels more synchronized, with effectively no delay in the way the vehicle responds to steering inputs during lane changes and cornering, giving every Civic a sporty and confident feel. Additionally, the reduced suspension friction and improved bushings help improve the ride by reducing harsh impact shock and noise, such as when going over railroad crossings. Harshness noise is reduced by 20 percent. Reducing Friction for Comfort and Precise Handling A tempering process heat treats the lower ball joints on the front suspension to reduce the surface pressure between the ball and resin ball seat, thus reducing friction in the ball joints 67 percent. Additional friction-reducing measures include the use of a low-friction seat for the front damper mount bearing (61 percent reduction) and optimizing the axes of the spring and damper. A honing process is used on the steering column bearing further reduces steering friction, improving the quality and feel the driver experiences when first turning the steering wheel while minimizing corrections needed in straight-line driving. Rear Multi-Link Suspension The Hatchbacks’s rear compliance bushing on the front end of the trailing arm is larger, with an optimized axis that now faces directly to the input. This results in better damping force, reducing suspension harshness noticeably. On the back side of the lower rear suspension arm, new bushings have been developed that reduce noise and vibration inside the cabin, while also promoting better straight-line stability and turn in. Electric Power Steering For the 11th-generation Civic, a new feedback control was added to the EPS, enabling more precise control when unwinding the steering to return to a straight line. This results in smooth steering feel with strong resistance to ride disturbances, and excellent straight-line stability for driver peace of mind. Brake Changes Improve Fuel Efficiency All 2022 Civic trims are equipped with 11.1-inch diameter ventilated front brake rotors (0.9-inch rotor thickness) clamped by single-piston brake calipers. The rear disc brakes incorporate 10.2-inch diameter solid rotors (0.4-inch rotor thickness) paired with single-piston calipers. For the 11th-generation Civic, the low-friction caliper was improved with a new roll back spring for the front brake caliper to further reduce brake drag, contributing to the improvement of fuel economy ratings while still maintaining the excellent braking performance Civic is known for. Additionally, both front and rear hub bearings use a low-viscosity grease, which improves fuel efficiency. Safety & Driver Assistive TechnologyWhat’s New
Advances in Small-Car Safety Performance Based on Honda’s safety commitment and using the information from these new test scenarios, multiple safety innovations were implemented in the new Civic. This includes the world’s first use of driver and passenger frontal airbags that are designed to reduce the likelihood of brain injury by better controlling head rotation in a collision, especially in oblique impacts. The Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure in the new Civic has also been updated for enhanced compatibility with larger vehicles, including enhanced occupant protection in oblique collisions. The front end also has been redesigned to reduce pedestrian leg and head injuries. The standard Honda Sensing® suite of active safety and driver assistive technologies uses a new single-camera system with a faster processor that provides a wider field of view than the previous radar-and-camera based system. The updated Honda Sensing® system has also been enhanced with expanded functionality, including Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) in CVT-equipped trims, and Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR), both of which are new to Civic. Existing functions also have been improved, such as more natural braking and acceleration when using Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and smoother tracking when using Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS). With the addition of eight sonar sensors, Civic for the first time features Low-Speed Braking Control and rear false-start prevention on in CVT-equipped trims. Advanced Compatibility Engineering ™ (ACE™) Body Structure The latest version of the ACE™ structure in the new Civic has been updated to meet the future NHTSA oblique crash test standard, in addition to achieving top-level scores in current NHTSA and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) crash tests. To that end, the front end features a new upper member, pillar structure, side frame and lower firewall structure all designed to route crash energy around the cabin, especially in oblique impacts. Pedestrian Protection Honda has been an industry leader in designing its vehicles to mitigate pedestrian injuries should a collision occur. The new Civic front end features new approaches designed to mitigate pedestrian injuries. To help protect against injuries that can occur when a pedestrian’s head impacts the hood, a new embossed structure was developed for the hood frame, under the lightweight aluminum skin of the hood. This structure helps transmit the load of an impact across a wider area, better helping to reduce the severity of an injury to a pedestrian’s head, while allowing a smaller clearance between the hood and the engine. Additionally, the front bumper has been redesigned to prevent or reduce lower leg fractures, and ligament injuries to the knee. Advanced Airbag and Seatbelt
Technologies On the passenger side, a three-chamber airbag design achieves a similar result. The three chambers inflate separately, with the two outer chambers that extend above the main chamber designed to cradle the head and control rotation. This new front passenger airbag is functionally similar to the world-first airbag design Honda introduced in 2019 and that debuted on the 2021 Acura TLX. Civic further benefits from additional standard airbag technology: Driver and front passenger knee airbags and rear side impact airbags are used in Civic for the first time, along with side curtain airbags and side impact airbags for both driver and front passenger, for a total of 10 airbags. Seatbelt technology has been updated as well, with an outer lap belt pretensioner used on front seatbelts, with a load limiter used on the driver’s side to prevent chest injuries. In the rear, pretensioners are used in both outboard positions, along with load limiters, and Civic now features a rear seatbelt reminder, which informs the driver if a rear seat occupant is not properly buckled up. Improved Honda
Sensing® This new single-camera system features a field of view that is twice as wide as prior systems (100 degrees vs. 50 degrees). The camera detects feature points of a target and recognizes attributes of objects such as a vehicles or pedestrians. With the use of the fast processor, the system measures distance and the lateral position of objects based on the change in the size of the target object, how long it took for the change to occur, and speed of the vehicle. This enables the camera to recognize white lines, road boundaries such as curbs, other vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists and road signs. In foul weather, the system parameters have been changed so it will operate even when the windshield wiper is on at mid or high speeds, as long as the camera can detect objects. In addition, a heater was installed to prevent fogging of the windshield in front of the camera in cold weather. The system software has also been programmed to continue providing assistance in foggy weather. Honda Sensing® functions include:
Additional Driver Assistive Technologies Also on Sport Touring (with CVT) are four sonar sensors installed on the front of the vehicle, and four on the back that significantly improve the detection of non-metallic objects that could be missed by the millimeter wave radar, such as glass and external exterior walls. This enables the implementation of Low-Speed Braking Control and front and rear false-start prevention, to reduce the likelihood of low-speed collisions, such as in parking situations. Trims & Features
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