2008 Honda Civic Mugen Si Sedan

A factory-prepared 2008 Honda Civic MUGEN Si Sedan will debut in mid-October, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.

The Civic MUGEN Si Sedan is equipped with a high-performance suspension, forged aluminum wheels, aerodynamic body styling and a sport-tuned exhaust system.

“Honda enthusiasts have long been asking for factory-installed MUGEN performance products similar to what the company offers in Japan,” said John Mendel, executive vice president of American Honda. “We’re enthusiasts, too, and the ultra-premium Civic MUGEN Si Sedan offers exclusive style and elevated handling performance with legendary Honda refinement.”

The track-tuned suspension, tested at the Twin Ring Motegi racing circuit in Japan, lowers the vehicle by 0.6 inches with aggressive spring and damper tuning for enhanced handling performance while still maintaining a high level of ride comfort. Compared to the conventional Civic Si Sedan, front and rear damping force (both bump and rebound) was increased between 8- and 24-percent. Lightweight 16.98-pound 18×7.5-inch forged aluminum wheels (27 percent lighter than the stock 17×7 alloy wheel) and high-grip BFGoodrich® g-Force KDW 215/40ZR18 summer tires help to create MUGEN’s unique, rewarding and well-balanced handling performance character. The full-vehicle aero-package adds a front spoiler with a sports grille, side spoilers, a rear bumper diffuser and a rear wing.

The sport exhaust system reduces back pressure from the catalytic converter back. The Civic MUGEN Si Sedan will be available exclusively in Fiji Blue Pearl and include front and rear MUGEN emblems. Inside, a MUGEN Limited Edition placard is located on the center console along with a spherical 50 mm MUGEN aluminum shift knob.

The name MUGEN symbolizes Honda performance throughout Asia and around the globe. MUGEN, under license by M-TEC Co., Ltd., of Japan, has been closely associated with Honda for more than three decades in the design and manufacture of racing and premium aftermarket performance products.

The limited-production vehicle (maximum of 1,000 units for the 2008 model year) will have a retail price of less than $30,000 when it goes on sale and include a full factory warranty. A prototype of the Honda Civic MUGEN Si was shown at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in fall 2006.

Civic MUGEN Si Sedan Specs:

* Engine Type = i-VTEC DOHC 4-cylinder engine
* Displacement = 2.0 liters (1998 cc)
* Transmission = 6 Speed MT
* Horsepower = 197 @ 7800 rpm
* Torque (lb.-ft.) = 139 @ 6100 rpm
* Ride Height = 5.3 inches (-0.6 inches from Civic Si Sedan)
* Overall Length = 177.8 inches total (+1.1 inches from Civic Si Sedan)
* Wheels: Forged GP 18×7.5 (pattern 5H-114.3 +48)
* Color: Fiji Blue Pearl

Civic: Honda’s Icon of Revolution in Engineering Technology

By: Tom

Honda Civic, Honda Civic Hybrid and Honda Civic Type R. This is the line up of Honda Civic Sedans in Japan. The 8th Gen Honda Civic is the icon of revolution in engineering technology. And, the Type R and Hybrid took it a step further.

In Malaysia, the 8th Gen Honda Civic 1.8S and 2.0S which was launched in March 2006 still remains one of the most popular mid-size sedans. This Civic continues to evoke desirability with its sleek and stylish looks, smooth drivability, comfort and fuel efficiency; winning it the only two Car of The Year (COTY) Awards in this country namely the NST-Ambank COTY and the Autocar Asean COTY, as well as the JD Power Asia Pacific Initial Quality Study (IQS) Award.

Since its launch, the 8th Gen Honda Civic has successfully sold close to 13,000 units in Malaysia.The Type R needs no introduction. Type R represents the heritage and the dreams of Honda. It is deeply rooted in Honda’s racing heritage, a product of Honda’s Challenging Spirit. It all started in 1964 when Honda entered its first Formula 1 race bearing the now famous Red H badge.

Through the years, Honda continued to develop its technology and the Type R evolved from the NSX in 1992, and the range was extended to the Integra in 1995, and the Civic in 1997. The Type R is accorded a “cult status” and has a base of loyal fans all around the world.

The latest Honda Civic Type R is the distillation of 15 years of technological progress and the latest expression of Honda’s Racing Spirit.

The latest Civic Type R is available in two versions for the European and Japan market. The version for Europe market is a three door hatchback while the four door sedan version is only available in Japan.

If the Type R is the symbol of Honda’s passion in motorsports and technology advancement, the Hybrid is the representation of both Honda’s passion in technology advancement as well as commitment to environmental preservation.

The Hybrid is a result of Honda’s “Environmentology” philosophy. Environmentology is Honda’s ongoing commitment to environmentally responsible technology. The results include world-changing advances in fuel economy, low emissions and alternate sources for the future. It is all part of Honda’s environmental thinking in action through advanced technology.

Directly descended from the Honda Compound Vortex Controlled Combustion (CVCC), which was the first to pass the Clean Air Act emissions requirement without a catalyst, the latest Civic Hybrid wows with a futuristic shape and high-tech features. Today’s Civic Hybrid represents the very latest in Honda’s commitment to positive environmental change without compromising on the fun of driving. This latest Honda Civic Hybrid recently won the 2006 World Green Car Award in the United States.