The Japanese car manufacturer has presented a new generation of Honda Civic e: HEV, which is coming to showrooms in the fall. With this, Honda has completed its range of electric vehicles for the European market.

Compared to its predecessors, the Civic first lost the diesel engine, and now in the 11th generation it is losing the classic petrol engine when it comes to Europe. The future rival of the Corolla, but also of European hopes such as the VW Golf and Peugeot 308, is offered exclusively in a hybrid edition.

The new Honda Civic e: HEV is powered by a 2.0-liter gasoline engine combined with two electric motors, which delivers a total of 184 hp (135 kW) and 232 lb-ft (315 Nm) of torque. Honda wants CO2 emissions reduced to less than 110 g / km.

The exterior of the car is similar to the American edition as the interior, while the wheelbase is 35 mm longer than the previous generation Civic. Inside, a 9-inch infotainment screen and 10.2-inch instrument panel, come with the best-equipped models.

For next year, Honda is planning two new SUV models, all-electric and hybrid. Honda says the all-electric model, as a blend of dynamics, technology and design, will be “a great option for families looking for their first electric car.”

Source: Honda