Honda has introduced the new Civic RS in South Africa! Take a look at the specification and pricing details for the newcomer below!

The Honda Civic sedan’s biggest rival is the Toyota Corolla and while the latter dominates the local sedan market, the introduction of the new Civic RS will give buyers something to think about.

What makes the styling special on the Civic RS?

The Civic RS is equipped with sporty features such as RS bumpers and side skirts, gloss black mirror housings and black door handles, 18-inch black alloy wheels, sunroof, LED headlights, smoked rear LED taillights, boot lid spoiler and a dual exhaust system.

The Civic RS is available in 5 colours including Platinum White, Meteoroid Grey Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic, Cherry Red Metallic and Brilliant Sporty Blue Metallic.

What features are found inside the Honda Civic RS?

The Civic RS is equipped with leather and suede combination upholstery as well as red ambient lighting and sport pedals. The front seats also have a heating function as well as 8-way electronic seat adjustment.

In terms of infotainment, a 9-inch HMI infotainment system is fitted and it offers integrated navigation as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality. The system adopts an easy-to-use smartphone-style menu layout. The Civic RS is also equipped with a wireless smartphone charger.

A 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster is also fitted and the information is easily toggled using the mounted controls on the steering wheel. Music lovers will also appreciate the presence of a 12-speaker BOSE sound system.

Other key features include cruise control, smart entry, climate control air conditioning, 2 rear USB ports, front and rear park distance control and a reverse parking camera.

In terms of safety, 6 airbags is standard as is ABS with EBD, Vehicle Stability Assist, Hill Start Assist, Driver Attention Monitor and Lanewatch. Further driver assistance comes in the form of Honda Sensing which includes Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Following (LSF), Road Departure Mitigation System, Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS) and Automatic High Beam.

What engine powers the Honda Civic RS?

The Honda Civic RS is powered by an improved 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine that now offers 131 kW and 240 Nm of torque and comes paired with an enhanced Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). This combination returns a claimed fuel economy of 6.2 L/100km.

Using the Drive Mode switch, the drive is able to toggle between 3 drive modes including ECON (to maximise efficiency), Normal (for general use) and Sport (to enhance performance).

The wheelbase of the new Civic RS has grown by 35 mm over its predecessor while the track has increased by 12 mm. This has led to improvements in straight line and turning stability. Honda has also refined the Civic’s overall ride comfort and handling ability.

How much does the new Honda Civic RS cost in South Africa?

Honda Civic 1.5T RS CVT – R669 000

The Honda Civic RS is sold with a 5-year / 200 000 km warranty, 5-year /90 000 km service plan and 3-year roadside assistance. Service intervals are at every 10 000 km or every 12 months.

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