2010 Honda Civic Coupe Review

Overview

Honda Civic is one among the most trustworthy and admired economy compact cars. The 2010 Honda Civic lineup comprises technologically advanced Civic Sedan and Coupe models, a Civic Hybrid, a high-performance Civic Si and a dedicated natural gas-powered Civic GX. Honda refreshed Civic Coupe's inside and out for the 2009 model year with new exterior styling, colors and increased availability of tech-friendly features. For 2010, the entire range of Civics remains largely unchanged. A 2-door, 5-passenger family coupe, the 2010 Honda Civic Coupe is available in DX, LX, EX and EX-L trims.

Power and performance

A responsive 140-horsepower 1.8-liter 16-valve SOHC i-VTEC four-cylinder engine teamed with either a smooth-shifting 5-speed manual is standard on the 2010 Honda Civic Coupe. A compact 5-speed automatic transmission is available. The manual transmission models deliver 26/34/29 and the automatic equipped ones yield 25/36/ 29 mpg city/highway/combined*. The Civic Coupe offers a cargo volume of 11.5 cubic feet.

Body and styling

The 2010 Honda Civic Coupe has been built on a high-rigidity unit-body platform and updated with a revised front grille; new clear turn signals; new front bumper; long, low roofline that enhances aerodynamics; multi-link rear suspension; and three separate air inlets. The new 16-inch alloy wheels on EX and EX-L have minimal gap for a street-ready stance. The inside of the 2010 Honda Civic Coupe is equipped with heated front seats (EX-L), steering wheel-mounted audio controls (EX, EX-L), two-tier instrument panel; a flat rear floor; tachometer; power windows; storage bins; and 12-volt power outlet. New technological features on the Civic Coupe include new USB Audio Interface on the EX and EX-L, optional Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System with voice recognition and Bluetooth Hands-Free Link.

Safety Features

An array of safety technologies including Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure; side curtain airbags; driver's and front passenger's side airbags with a passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS); and dual-stage, dual-threshold driver's and front passenger's airbags (SRS) is standard. Active front seat head restraints are designed to help reduce the likelihood of neck injury in the event of a rear collision. The other features include an anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic brake distribution, front seatbelts with an automatic tensioning system, and a pedestrian injury mitigation design incorporated into the front exterior of the vehicle. The EX-L features the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), commonly referred to as electronic stability control, as standard safety equipment.