Get ready, hybrid enthusiasts and Honda fans! The 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid is here, bringing a wave of excitement to the automotive industry. The 11th generation Civic, first released in April 2021, is getting a stunning facelift. This summer, the US market will see the launch of the Civic Hybrid sedan and hatchback, expected to make up around 40% of Civic sales.
The Cosmetic Changes of Civic FE
The Civic FE’s facelift is no longer a rumor; it’s a reality showcased by the Civic RS prototype at the 2024 Tokyo Motor Show. The new design features a thicker grille, reducing the previous model’s ‘forehead,’ and introduces a honeycomb mesh that aligns with the lower grille for a cohesive and aggressive front panel. The side fog lights’ outer shell has been replaced by vertical ventilation openings, giving the car a sporty R-style, and the wheels, possibly 19 inches, add to the car’s momentum.
The backend hasn’t been left out of the renovation, with a modified LED logo enhancing the car’s modern appeal. While interior updates are speculative, it’s certain that the already fresh and popular design will see minimal changes.
For people in ASEAN and Malaysia, this expectation is obvious. According to the schedule of the pre refurbished model, the updated Civic FE may be launched in early 2025 or even by the end of 2024. Everyone is asking, ‘What do you think of Civic’s new face?’
The Upcoming Civic Hybrid
But plastic surgery is just the beginning. The 2025 Civic Hybrid is expected to change the game rules. As the history of hybrid vehicles in the United States comes to an end with the 2015 Civic hybrid, Honda’s reintroduction is a bold move, especially after the discontinuation of the Insight. The return of Civic hybrid cars is a direct challenge to competitors such as Toyota Corolla hybrid cars and the award-winning Prius.
Details remain confidential, but the 2025 Civic Hybrid is expected to feature a powertrain similar to the Accord Hybrid and CR-V Hybrid. If it matches the European Civic e:HEV’s performance, we could see a powerful 181 horsepower, and if it matches the Accord Hybrid, even 204 horsepower. This would make the Civic Hybrid one of the most powerful Civics after the R-type.
The ‘Sport Travel’ badge and Pirelli PZero tires on the prototype suggest Honda is positioning the Civic Hybrid as a high-end option in the Civic lineup. This strategy could reshape the Civic family, potentially phasing out entry-level 2.0-liter engines in favor of a lineup dominated by 1.5-liter turbocharged and new hybrid systems.
Looking ahead, Civic Hybrid vehicles will join an increasing number of Honda electric vehicles. Hybrid vehicles are expected to account for a large proportion of Honda’s sales in 2023. The summer release of the Civic Hybrid marks a new chapter in Honda’s legendary history of innovation and performance.
As the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid prepares to hit the road, get ready for a summer full of electric excitement. With its updated design and hybrid technology, it’s not just a new model; it signifies Honda’s full-speed move towards the future of electrification.
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