2012 Civic Coupe
Looks good on paper. Better on pavement.
Did someone say “complete redesign”? We said it. Then we did it. The all-new Civic Coupe’s sleek, aerodynamic look was designed to fit right in with the next generation. And with all of its new features, it does. Use the new i-MID (intelligent Multi-Information Display) to personalize your Civic and manage many of its essential functions. Lap up the benefits of even greater efficiency with Eco Assist™ and the ECON button. And, like every Civic, the Coupe has a powerful i-VTEC® engine and race-inspired handling so you can find your happy place behind the wheel.
EXTERIOR
Style no matter how you say it.
“Coupe” comes from the French for “to cut.” With its sporty new aerodynamic design and carefully engineered form that cuts through the crowd of similar- looking cars, this Coupe definitely lives up to its namesake. Freshly re-sculpted headlights and brake lights flow seamlessly into its sporty new shape, meaning it’ll catch eyes by day and by night. Other cars just won’t make the coupe.
Featherweight design.
The 2012 Coupe uses more high-tensile steel, which gives added strength and rigidity while lowering its weight to boost efficiency and performance. Coupled with the new aerodynamic design, the Coupe is built to go.
More than just a pretty face.
Form meets function with the Coupe’s sleek exterior. Heated power side mirrors are less likely to fog up whether you’re checking out your own car or the ones behind you.
Sweet 16.
Available 16-inch alloy wheels form the foundation of the Coupe’s stylish new design. Not only do they look good, they’re also part of a fun, solid ride.
INTERIOR
Headroom. Legroom. Vroom-room.
While you’re enjoying the Coupe’s fluid performance, you can bask in Honda’s renowned attention to comfort, control and convenience. We pulled out all the stops for the roomy interior, lining it with high-quality materials throughout. The finely finished 60/40 fold-down rear seats give you more space for all sorts of cargo, and the available leather-wrapped steering wheel gives you the driving feel you expect from Honda on the inside and out.
i-MID System. Function with all your functions.
Sitting in the heart of the two-tier digital instrument panel, i-MID is like mission control for all your mission-critical functions. Upload a personal photo as wallpaper background. Browse songs in your handheld device’s music library. Surf your favourite stations with XM® Satellite-equipped models. Access Bluetooth® HandsFreeLinkTM to make calls. Use it to get important driver-related info like fuel consumption, or turn-by-turn directions if you opt for the available navigation system. Just think of i-MID as the ultimate app.
Bluetooth® capability. Smartphone, meet smarter car.
The i-MID has many advanced features, including Bluetooth® HandsFreeLinkTM for safer calling on the move. The system pairs easily with your compatible phone, and also supports Bluetooth® Audio so you can stream your tunes as well.
Navigation system. Map out every journey.
With the available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™, asking for directions is as easy as pushing a button. Thanks to voice-activated control and a prime location in the Civic’s two-tier instrument panel, you can keep your eyes on the road where they belong. You can also get turn-by-turn directions displayed right on the i-MID screen so you know what’s coming next.
ECON mode. Take fuel efficiency to the next level.
Press the ECON button and your Civic will automatically adjust the engine and other non-essential functions to go into super-efficient mode. It’s a quick and easy way to maximize your fuel consumption and make being frugal fun.
Eco Assist™. Civic’s little helper.
With the Eco Assist™ feature, driving efficiently becomes a lot like playing a game. The blue and green bars on either side of the speedometer let you keep your eye on how many kilometres you can get out of every litre of gas. Keep it on green and you’ll go farther.
SAFETY
ACE™ body structure
The highly innovative Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure disperses frontal impact energy, increasing occupant protection. Additionally, the Civic’s ACE frame design allows for collision compatibility between vehicles of different weights and sizes.
Six standard airbags
Six standard airbags line the Civic’s cabin, including the revolutionary passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) airbag that will not deploy if the system detects a smaller-sized or out-of-position occupant.
Safety research
Advanced research and development of occupant protection and vehicle safety is conducted at Honda’s crash-testing facility in Tochigi, Japan.
Pedestrian safety
Innovative pedestrian safety features come standard on the Civic, including energy-absorbing hood and front fenders and breakaway wiper pivots.
PERFORMANCE & HANDLING
140 hp engine. An essential source of adrenaline.
Whether you’re running around doing errands or just running around, the Civic Coupe’s 1.8-litre i-VTEC® engine is perky and responsive. With 4 cylinders, 16 valves, 128 lb.-ft. of torque and 140 horses, the Coupe is as powerful as ever. But new for 2012, it now has even better fuel efficiency. Guess you can improve on a good thing.
Control, at your own speed.
Get a feel for the road in whichever way you see fit. Choose between the smooth-shifting 5-speed automatic transmission and the 5-speed manual transmission to personalize the way you get from A to B.
Control your own destination.
Like to feel in control? The Civic Coupe comes equipped with tons of tools for an incredibly responsive ride. Motion-Adaptive Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion-Steering, MacPherson strut front suspension and multi-link double-wishbone rear suspension. That’s the long way of saying that the Civic Coupe has the solid ride and handling that everyone has come to expect from a Honda.
VSA®. Bear hug the road.
The Coupe’s exceptional handling is made even better with the standard Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) with Traction Control. The system gives you a hand in case you oversteer or understeer, so carving corners is that much easier. Traction Control means you’ll be able to get a grip in almost any slippery situation.
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