2013 Honda Civic Coupe Overview
2013 Honda Civic Coupe
What’s New for the 2013 Honda Civic Coupe?
The 2013 Honda Civic Coupe is a significantly revised model with an all-new body structure, more premium materials, and standard Bluetooth connectivity.
2013 Honda Civic Coupe Exterior
The 2013 Honda Civic Coupe received several styling upgrades, giving it a sporty look that stands out among not only competing models but also previous Civic iterations. The Coupe features slightly sharper lines than its sedan counterpart and a forward-leaning stance that contributes to a more aggressive appearance.
2013 Honda Civic Coupe Performance
The 2013 Honda Civic Coupe does away with the turbocharging and direct-injection that seems to be invading all other vehicles in the segment, with two four-cylinder engines that don’t seem to suffer for it. The first is a 1.8-liter producing 140 horsepower and 128 pound-feet of torque. The second is a 2.4-liter producing 201 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque. While the latter only comes with a five-speed automatic, the former comes with a five-speed auto or a five-speed manual.
2013 Honda Civic Coupe Efficiency
Both engines in the 2013 Honda Civic Coupe offer excellent fuel economy, The 1.8-liter gets 32 mpg combined (28 mpg city/39 mpg highway) with the manual transmission, 28/36/28 with the automatic, and 29/41/33 with the special HF trim that maximizes mileage by adding low-rolling-resistance tires and aerodynamic body pieces. The 2.4-liter gets 22/31/25.
2013 Honda Civic Coupe Interior
The 2013 Honda Civic Coupe continues its reputation for being one of the best compact cars in terms of interior space, storage, and outward visibility. It also comes with new soft-touch materials on the instrument panel and upper door trim that give the cabin a high-budget feel, especially when combined with the nearly flawless ergonomics and easy-to-use controls.
2013 Honda Civic Coupe Safety
The 2013 Honda Civic Coupe comes standard with antilock brakes, stability control, front side airbags, and full-length side curtain airbags. It received top marks from both the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, with a five-star overall score in the former’s crash tests and the best possible Top Safety Pick+ award in the latter’s.
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