VTEC Known for a power surge at higher speeds. You can really feel the VTEC kick in during acceleration. 5 VVT-i Focuses on optimizing valve timing. VVT-i constantly adjusts intake valve timing for optimal power. 8 VTEC Used in a variety of Honda models. From Civics to NSXs, VTEC is...
Innovative engine technologies like VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) demonstrate Honda pushing the envelope. VTEC, which dates back to the 1980s, provides efficiency and a high-RPM performance kick when needed. This technology was ahead of its time and gav...
Honda Civic 2.0 eHEV Sport 5dr CVTreview Read our version review RRP £35,005 See the full range Performance & drive What it’s like to drive, and how quiet it is While its looks have been softened, the Honda Civic Type R’s pursuit of pace definitely hasn’t. Its performance off ...
Don't be misled by the odd LFA engine code. The 2.0-liter inline-four engine in the hybrid Accord is nothing more than a derivative of the familiar R engine already used in countless Civics and HR-Vs on the used market. The SOHC 1.8-liter and 2.0-liter engine is used in the latter...
Cracking engine blocks -Owners of 2006 to 2009 Civics have complained about their vehicle’s broken engine blocks. According to the reports, the cracking was due to a casting problem during the manufacturing process. Honda sent out an extended warranty notice, but it’s now expired. ...
Their preferred weapon? None other than the affordable yet extremely capableJDM Honda Civic. The JDM Honda Civics were easy to modify, and there were a ton of parts available if something ever went kaput. Their lightweight chassis andhigh-revving enginesmeant that they could easily traverse the...
Osaka’s orbital expressways at night looking as if they’ve taken a wrong turning out of Suzuka’s pit lane. Stripped-out, bloody noisy and fitted with slicks, these Civics pound the high-rise roads in the early hours – weaving between lanes, causing mischief and legging it from police....
Honda's historical commitment to really good engines, VTEC, the original NSX, the Integra, an incredible number of MotoGP wins, the Preludes, the McLaren and Williams Hondas, any number of light-but-nimble Civics, "Type-R", some fantastic TV adverts and I could just list off many more ...