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High-spec Honda Civic EX Hybrid includes satellite navigation

By Gizmag Team

05:53 August 23, 2007 PDT

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2006 Honda Civic Hybrid

2006 Honda Civic Hybrid

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Sales of hybrid cars in the UK have reportedly doubled in the last 12 months – making cleaner cars the fastest growing sector in the industry.

How does Honda’s Hybrid system work? Vehicle stationary: The petrol engine is turned off and fuel consumption is zero

Startup and acceleration: The petrol engine operates in low-speed valve timing mode, with electric motor assist

Rapid acceleration: The petrol engine operates in high-speed valve timing mode, with motor assist

Low-speed cruising: The valves of all four of the engine’s cylinders are closed and combustion halted. The electric motor alone powers the vehicle

Gentle acceleration and high-speed cruising: The petrol engine operating in low-speed valve timing mode powers the vehicle.

Deceleration: The valves of all four of the engine’s cylinders are closed and combustion halted. The motor recovers the maximum amount of energy released during deceleration and stores it in the battery.

The Civic Hybrid EX is priced in the UK at £19,300 OTR. With its level of equipment, the closest rival to the EX is the Toyota Prius T Spirit, priced at £20,677.

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