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2022 Honda Civic (FE) Review
The Honda Civic doesn’t need much of an introduction, if any. Now in its 11th-generation (FE) form as a C-segment leader, the car remains a go-to option for anyone looking for a well-equipped, stylish and practical sedan that’s also got a decent dose of fun.
2022 Honda Civic (FE) Specifications
Prices for the newest Honda Civic have risen from the outgoing model, but in return there are rather significant upgrades to its feature set that further elevate it above its mass market class rivals.
The new addition here is the inclusion of a variant called the RS that sits at the top of the range, above the 1.5L V and entry-level 1.5 E. As before, each Honda Civic is locally assembled by Honda Malaysia in Pegoh, Melaka.
Mechanically, the biggest change here is the exclusion of the previous generation’s 1.8-litre i-VTEC naturally aspirated engine. Every Honda Civic will now share a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with 182PS and 240Nm of torque that’s mated to a CVT gearbox (with paddle shifters, not on the 1.5 E) that drives the front wheels.
Interestingly, thanks to the extra cosmetic items on the RS variant, it’s estimated consumption over 100km/h is 6.3-litres instead of 6.0-litres like the 1.5 E and 1.5 V.
Exterior Of The 2022 Honda Civic (FE)
Much has changed over its direct predecessor, the 10th-gen Honda Civic FC, but at the same time a lot has stayed the same.
In terms of design, this all-new model ditches that edgier and more angular look for a softer, rounder surfacing treatment overall. Opinions remain divided but generally the FE is perceived as a more matured, if a little derivative.
However, what has been retained is the sloping, almost coupe-style roofline that tapers down to the boot lid which is still hinged (as traditionally) at the rear deck and not the roof itself, unlike a liftback (example: Volkswagen Arteon).
LED headlamps and tail lamps as well as LED daytime running lights are standard fitment. Each variant receives a unique wheel design as well, from a 16-inch set on the 1.5 E, a 17-inches on the 1.5V, and 18-inch alloys on the Honda Civic RS finished in matte black and wearing Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres.
Interior Of The 2022 Honda Civic (FE)
Any casual driver will be able to notice a marked improvement in cabin refinement on the newest Honda Civic. Despite it being the poster child of the four-door non-premium sedan, the Japanese automaker has managed to narrow the gulf of perceived quality.
For its price, the interior feels impressively resolved in terms of its use of materials, build quality, and even design. Also, being a Honda, the expectation is for it to offer best-in-class levels of spaciousness thanks to clever vehicle packaging of components and sub-structures.
The tech offering is a step above the older model as well with all variants coming with a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support. All but the base 1.5 E receives a 9-inch panel that’s sharp and paired a slick and intuitive interface.
The car definitely delivers in this regard. To sit in or drive, the Honda Civic feels comfortable, well-considered, and therefore quite accomplished. Even with the spacious passenger area, its 497-litre boot is larger than some SUVs.
2022 Honda Civic (FE) Safety Features
Each Honda Civic arrives with 6 airbags, electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes, hill start assist, a reversing camera, and front/rear parking sensors.
More importantly, though, every single variant now comes equipped with Honda SENSING, the automaker’s comprehensive suite of active safety (sometimes called ADAS) features. These include: Forward Collision Warning, Collision Mitigation Brake Support (AEB), Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Road Departure Mitigation, Adaptive Cruise Control.
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Key Details
- Body Type: Sedan
- Transmission: Automatic
- Engine Capacity: 1499 cc
- Fuel Type: petrol
- Seat Capacity: 5
- Price: RM 125,295 - RM 144,010
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Key Details
- Body Type: Sedan
- Transmission: Automatic
- Engine Capacity: 1499 cc
- Fuel Type: petrol
- Seat Capacity: 5
- Price: RM 125,295 - RM 144,010
Reviews
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Jim Kem
11 May 2021
REVIEW: 2021 Honda Civic 1.5 TC-P - Where Do We Go From Here?
Honda is clearly confident in this engine, too, and are doubling down on its widespread use with it featuring it in the CR-V and Accord, albeit tuned to 193PS and 201PS respectively. It will also be powering the majority of 11th-gen Civics moving forward in most markets, Malaysia included. On those fronts, the Civic has made some concessions to deliver a sexier roofline. As a result, the rear seats have a lower than expected H-point to maximise headroom and the 60:40 bench folds to reveal an oddly narrow boot passage, but knee room is plentiful and the seat cushions themselves are plush and supportive. Rear air conditioning vents are equipped, so there’s every reason to easily settle in for a long journey. When you’ve got all your items hidden away in the huge centre cubby space, your music playing via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, and the engine faintly humming away as you sip fuel at highway speeds, it's easy to realise that the person driving that BMW 318i probably isn’t having a markedly better experience, yet paid much more. In any review, this is probably the least interesting topic to cover, but Honda’s inclusion of a comprehensive active safety suite, at this price point, is perhaps the main reason why those now-culled C-segment rivals could struggle should they attempt a comeback. The Civic 1.5 TC-P isn’t just equipped with a trimmed feature list of Honda Sensing, but the full package as also found on the top-spec CR-V, Accord, and City RS. Naturally, we also have the standard 6 airbags, anti-lock brakes, stability control, parking sensors, reversing camera, and ISOFIX mounts. This is a car to suit nearly every need. It’s spacious, handsome, comfortable, easy to drive, quick in everyday situations, easy on fuel, and packed to the gills with safety and convenience tech. It isn’t the class leader in every discipline, but like the City, clearly wins on averages. C-segment crown well-deserved.
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Gokul
17 Sep 2020
Review: New Honda Civic With Honda Sensing Tested In Thailand
On the exterior, the range-topping variant will come with new 18-inch wheels as opposed the current 17-inch rims. Besides that, there is the new front bumper design that also features a new fog lamp surround. The finishing on the plastic panel is now smooth, as opposed to the old design which had honeycomb inserts.
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Hans
01 Mar 2018
Honda Civic (FC) 1.5 VTEC Turbo – Progress Has A New Face
Driving on poorly maintained roads, the ones peppered by residual cement leaked from mixer trucks, broken strips of tarmac, uneven surfaces around manhole covers, the Civic soaks them up so well that we thought were in an Audi A3 – which Ito-san revealed that was one of the models the Civic was benchmarked against for ride and handling.
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User Review of Honda Civic
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