What’s new?

‘Honda has used every trick in the book to optimise airflow’

Honda Civic What is it? Ninth generation of Honda’s small family hatchback Price £16,000-£23,000 (est) On sale January 2012 MPG tbc CO2 110-137g/km

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Five key facts l Longer and lower l Aerodynamic drag cut by more than 12% l Engines are cleaner but more powerful l Improved rear visibility l Little or no price rise

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LOOKS FAMILIAR? New Civic’s styling is an evolution of the old model’s, which is no bad thing

Angular rear lights linked by rear spoiler

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Even tall occupants will be happy up front Glass roof panel will be an optional extra