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Sedans Honda Civic 2009 Honda Civic
538 messages, Last post on Nov 07, 2009 at 10:07 PM
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I know what you are thinking. This is a thread about the 09 version. Apparently according to Hondas release schedule the Civic will get a MMC for 09. No info has been released but some usual changes will be made. Possibly some Hybrid and NGV changes could be made as well. As this time goes on more info will be posted as soon as it's a available. Stay tuned for more updates.
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yeah, this is when they start tweaking the apperance and interior a bit and maybe add a few ponies. i would imagine: a few new colors, or at least color combos slightly different front fascia and taillights (and maybe a chrome exhaust tip standard on the ex sedan?) 145 hp for the hp wars and maybe a true analog tach like in the 07 accord, instead of one that is backlit a la fit. it'll make the display match a little better too. |
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Replying to: rv65 (Sep 18, 2007 12:23 am) |
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I don't suppose we'll see anything dramatic with the '09 MMC? People seem to be polarized by the way the car looks - some love it, others hate it. But the car seems to be selling so well that Honda probably won't change much for '09. That's unfortunate for me, because I'd like to see some dramatic improvements. New bumpers, new grille, new tail lights.... well, okay, there's a chance we'll see some of this. But what I'd really like to see is a new interior. Nicer materials. New dashboard. Traditional gauges (goodbye two-tiered dash!), new gearshift and parking brake... The interior is the main reason why I refuse to purchase the current Civic. I'd like to buy a Hybrid, too, but I'd like to see black or gray interior colors. WTF is up with blue as an option?
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Replying to: scottimusprime (Sep 20, 2007 10:31 am) |
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We love the two-tiered dash as it's so much easier to read without taking one's eyes off the road. It just falls into the natural line of sight so one's can be kept on the road...where they belong. I do agree about the padding on the arm rests and certain other areas of the car though...they could use a more durable and softer fabric. And the plastic does scratch easily. Nitpicky things I know, but Honda needs to get back to their reputation for taking care of even the smallest details. Backy, on a side note. Just left BJ's and they had a leather lined 6 cylinder Sonata in the front and it was unlocked. Couldn't believe how nice the leather surfaces were, smooth and soft as a babys butt! Seemed very upscale to me, but we haven't had leather since the '60's & '70's when the folks drove Cadillacs and Lincolns. Comfortable seats also and pretty nice ergonomics to boot. A step down from the Camry and Accord, but Hyundai is 9/10's of the way there. Was very impressed to say the least. And I'd bet the Sonata is only a little bigger than the Civic in length anyways. Good job Hyundai!  The Sandman
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I too love the 2-level dash for much the same reasons. It is good design. And I come from a family of artists and designers so I (and they) know good design when we see it. This is my 1st Honda after 4 Toyotas (3 Camrys, 1 Highlander). I think there are a few things that need to change (some are more possible than others) for 2009 et al. A few quirks come to mind: 1) the fundamental uselessness of high-revving/low torque engines for urban use is a biggie. Probably means this will be my only Honda. Fun car, just absolutely gutless. 2) why not have the headlights JUST TURN OFF instead of the stupid noisemaker? The cost of the required relay is probably less than the chirper thingee. 3) (coupe only). When you do the auto-move on the passenger seat to access the rear seating area, why can't it go back to the recline angle that it had? Every time you do this you have to reset the seatback angle. PITA 4) Is the civic the only car in the world without visor exensions? Little things I like, and hope won't change: 1) the hide-away hanger hooks in the rear seat. clean design and durable. 2) the cast-in arrow in the oil pan to denote the oil-drain plug. genius. 3) the correctly-oriented oil filter (unlike toyota's insane upside-down filter, which guarantees oil spill and since it happens to be right above the exhaust manifold, a stinky one at that.) 4) worth mentioning again: the two-level dash. excellent. 5) the sliding center armrest 6) cover over the center cup holders 7) the combo trunk/gas release, altho it could be a bit smaller and less garrish. and sandman, the Hundai leather (and that of any new car) is a far cry from that in the domestics of the 60s-70s. I drove lots of those (and worked for a cadillac dealer in the mid 70s). That leather was solid hide, today's is bonded leather, which is basically pieces-parts glued to a fabric and is incredibly thin. It does not hold up.
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Replying to: kenlw (Sep 21, 2007 9:32 am) I agree! The last two cars I bought (both of which cost a lot less than a Civic, btw) have auto-off headlamps and it's just so logical, I don't understand why Honda wouldn't add that to the Civic. It can't be very expensive. |
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Replying to: kenlw (Sep 21, 2007 9:32 am) Nope. My $23k MSRP 2006 Accord doesnt have them. My grandmother's lower-level $19k 2002 Accord has them. Go figure!
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Anyone think that Honda will add factory installed bluetooth as an option to the '09 civic?
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