The Honda Civic is one of the most revered cars on the road today. Originally sized as a subcompact, the model has gone through several changes through the year, ending up as the compact sedan and coupe we know today. The Honda Civic began production of its first-generation model in 1972. Still, for the purposes of this article, we will concentrate on the seventh- through tenth-generation models made from 2002 to present. This explains why we see so many customers searching Honda Civic Near Me in and around the Chicago area.

 

Seventh-GenerationHonda Civic:

Available from 2000-2005, the seventh-generation Honda Civic features a larger interior thanks to a flat rear floor. Engine choices ranged from a 115 horsepower 1.7-liter four-cylinder to a similar 1.7-liter that makes 127 horsepower. The seventh-generation Civic was available as a two-door coupe or a four-door sedan. Trim levels ranged from the entry-level DX and progressed to LX, EX and HX models.

 

Eighth-GenerationHonda Civic:

Introduced in 2005 and continued until model year 2011, the Honda Civic was completely redesigned with a more "futuristic" profile, including a laid-back windshield and short trunklid. Version 8.0 included the first appearance of Honda's "two-tier" instrument panel. All models included power windows and side curtain airbags as standard. Coupe models were available in base DX, LX, EX and Si performance versions. Sedan buyers could choose between base DX, GX, LX and EX model trim. All Civic sedan models feature a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that provides between 113- and 140 horsepower, depending on the trim level. The Honda Civic Si Coupe received its power from a 2.0-liter VTEC four-cylinder making 197 horsepower.
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Ninth-Generation Honda Civic:

The Country's best-selling compact car and third best-selling car overall, the Honda Civic continues to please. Energetic, sleek and aerodynamic, the ninth-generation Honda Civic appeared in April of 2011 and continued production until late 2015. Using what Honda calls the "One Motion" design, it was available in Coupe and Sedan models. Trim levels ranged from entry-level Civic DX, which is for the economy-minded buyer, and sold without air-conditioning, power mirrors or power door locks. It was followed by the LX, EX and EX-L models. Enthusiast drivers could opt for the Civic Si, this time in both sedan and coupe body styles. Civic Coupes and Sedans were available during this time with 1.8-liter four-cylinder engines making 140 horsepower. They were mated to a buyer's choice of five-speed manual or automatic transmissions. Civic Si Coupes and Sedans came with their own special motivation in the form of a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 201 horsepower and is mated to a six-speed manual transmission.

 

Tenth-GenerationHonda Civic:

Introduced as a 2016 model, the tenth-gen Honda Civic is the latest version of the best-selling vehicle in the Honda lineup. With a wheelbase 1.2-inches longer than the previous version, this Honda Civic offers better NVH ratings than before. It also delivers better steering feel thanks to an improved dual-rack steering system. This latest Civic can be found as a Coupe or a Sedan with either a 2.0-liter naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine making 158 horsepower or a 174 horsepower 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. It also gives buyers a choice of a six-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT).

For 2017, Honda introduced a hatchback version, along with a Honda Civic Si and Civic Type R for Civic enthusiasts. While the standard Civic models are powered by carryover engines, the Si includes a 205 horsepower four-banger. The Honda Civic Type R receives a 306 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Both Civic Si and Civic Type R are mated to a six-speed manual transmission.