All Generations of the Honda Civic Car in Pakistan

For over 42 years, the Honda Civic has been an eminent vehicle among all the car enthusiasts from around the world. Especially in Pakistan, people value it because of its quality features, affordable prices, and its reliability. From the beginning till now, the Civic has experienced a few generational changes. There has been a load of various models from two-entrance hatchbacks to four-doors sedan models, best runabouts, and appreciated car performance.

If we talk about the era before the Civic, things like front-wheel drive, performance, and reliability of these cars didn’t go together. Then the Civic indicated the car lovers’ world that front-wheel-drive cars could be fun and that these old cars weren’t utterly trustworthy, eco-friendly, and economical.

The Civic has changed throughout these years and well with more than 21 million units sold, it is one of the most succeeding cars ever. Including the longest-running number plates in car history and there is no chance of slowing down.

Let’s talk about the generations of the Honda civic.

Honda Civics’ launch and 1st Generation (1972-1979):

The new launch of Honda Civic was presented in 1972 but started selling as a 1973 model. It was accessible in two types, the 1st one was a five-door “station wagon,” and another was a 3 or 5 door hatchback. It was controlled with a four cylindrical engine with a dislodging of 1169 cc along with a disc brake at the front end.

Along with an 1169 cc transverse engine and front-wheel drive, the vehicle gave great inside space in spite of generally little capacity. The clients were given a choice of optional air conditioning in the car, but with some additional charges. 

The Civic got well-known because of the 1973 oil emergency. At that time, people needed and preferred eco-friendly cars, and Honda Civic had a solution for being eco-friendly, fuel-efficient. Later it became famous for its sportiness and performance, particularly the Civic Type R, Civic VTi, Civic GTi, and Civic SiR/Si. The engine of Honda civic was all right with the leaded and unleaded fuel. Its CVCC engine didn’t have an exhaust system, which allowed capable combustion and fuel sparing.

Honda Civics’ 2nd Generation (1979-1983):

The following next Generation Civic was accessible in 3 and 5 door hatchbacks, five-door wagon, and a four-door car. The engine of the 2nd Generation Civic was more significant and all the more dominant. The engines depended on a designed CVCC with a basic 1335 cc producing 55 torques, and the flexible 1488 cc engine created 67 horsepower. Honda offered either a 2-speed self-loader or a four or 5-speed manual program.

Honda Civics’ 3rd Generation (1984-1987):

In 1982, Honda celebrated the decade of Civics’ prosperity (1972-82), and the third-generation model was launched in September 1984. Honda combined five-door wagon and hatchback models with a five-door transport car. This model had a four-cylinder D arranged engine that Honda utilized for quite a while in the coming years. An elite transport for the nearby market presented, and its adjusted adaptation was sent to the United States. 4 Wheel drive additionally launched around the same time. The 1985 model had an eco-friendly eight-valve engine, which gave a splendid economy on the superhighway.

Honda Civics’ 4th Generation (1987-1992):

The fourth era of Honda Civic was a redecorated model commenced by the company in 1987. This Generation of Civic showed up in Pakistan with a greatly sleeker design, lower hood line, expanded glass zone, and lower wind drag. Different models were launched over a few trims in various countries. These were marginally bigger than the past ones. Every one of the cars had utterly independent back suspension. Propelled by Formula One race cars, the Civic plan advanced deft taking care of and an incredible ride by definitely controlling wheel travel and holding the tire’s contact bit square to the street surface. Another 16-valve 1.6L motor was present with double-wishbone suspensions, and sleek styling empowered it for an elegant race candidate.

Honda Civics’ 5th Generation (1994-1995):

It was launched globally from 1991 to 1995 but in Pakistan in 1994. The fifth generation of Honda Civic was just accessible with a 1.5L motor and a manual transmission. Alongside obtaining a progressively efficient wedge-shaped body, the Civic was extended in measurements with a wheelbase of 103.2 inches. The fifth generation of Civic was, without a doubt, one of the most adored designs of Honda Civic in our nation due to the filmy feel, yet the vast space for alterations it offered. This car turned into an appreciation by Pakistani youth directly after the Hollywood movie Fast and Furious.

Honda Civics’ 6th Generation (1996-2000):

The sixth-generation Civic, which showed up in 1996. In this era, the car was launched in 3 trim, LXi, EXi, and VTi. The LXi was the basic model and sold in constrained numbers. VTi Civic before long turned into a well-known car. It was far better than the Corolla of that time in numerous esteems (suspension configuration, dealing with, control, and so on.). There were two engines, 1.5L and 1.6L, and both manual and auto transmissions were advertised. The 2000 Honda Civic is still a very desired car.

Honda Civics’ 7th Generation (2001-2005):

The seventh-generation Civic was a slight move in design language. The outlook and design of the car look modern and fully grown. The car was accessible from 2001 to 2005 in Pakistan. It was available with both 1.5L and 1.6L. Both manual and programmed transmissions were advertised. This car immediately turned into a quality family car in Pakistan.

Honda Civics’ 8th Generation (2006-2012):

The eight-generation of Honda Civic was a finished move from what Honda has been offering previously. The car was strong yet the full front end. What’s more, the dashboards had gotten more extensive. The entirety of that was done to make the car as cozy as conceivable if there should be any chance of a mishap or accident. The car was offered in a sale from 2006 to 2011. It was just accessible with a 140hp 1.8L R18 engine. However, choices of both manual and auto transmissions were advertised. It was highly praised for its brilliant handling, in fact, that it had a usually bumpy ride.

Honda Civics’ 9th Generation (2012-2016):

The eighth Generation of Civic and ninth-generation Honda Civic are the main surreptitiously collected Civics to be accessible with a single-engine choice. Furthermore, the car of this Generation felt like Honda was attempting to undo what it had accomplished with the eighth Generation. The car was with a distinctive look, similar to the seventh-generation car in certain aspects, and most of the car enthusiasts of Pakistan didn’t like it. The same car was launched in 2012, and now in 2016, it will be stopped. It had an identical R18 engine yet with somewhat more power (141hp). Like the eighth Generation, choices of both manual and auto transmissions were advertised. 

Honda Civics’ 10th Generation (2016-2019):

Honda Atlas was launched as the 2016 Honda Civic else known as Honda Civic X. This vehicle went through the rooftop. What’s more, in all fact, this car turned into a global wonder. It has been praised globally for its quality and design. The most significant thing, the Civic conveys a turbo engine. Likewise, be getting the 170+ drive engine in Pakistan. Be that as it may, if turbo doesn’t put a smile on your face, you can generally have the standard 1.8L R18 engine. Though, there is only one CVT gearbox.

Honda Civics’ 11th and latest Generation (2019-present):

Honda launched its Civic 2019, eleventh Generation, which has been foreseen in Pakistan for a long time. Specifically, Honda Civic has made a record offer of 50,000 units and won “Car of The Year” By People’s Choice Award in 2017 and 2018. 

The 2019 Civic has been aware of the Pakistani market with three evaluations: 1.8 I-VTEC, 1.8 I-VTEC Oriel, and Civic 20191.5L RS VTEC TURBO. Another 1.5-liter DOHC VTEC TURBO engine combined with CVT, both created under Honda’s “Earth Dreams Technology,” controls the Civic 2019 RS VTEC TURBO variation. The 1.8-liter SOHC I-VTEC arrangements are additionally together with a CVT created under the “Earth Dreams Technology” to offer an alert driving performance with fuel economy.

Presently we must observe how the new Civic 2019 does in Pakistan and how it handles exciting challenges Pakistan needs to toss at it.