Honda Civic Hybrid: More fuel-efficient

 Integrated Motor Assist IMA
Talk about the perfect blend of power and efficiency. At the heart of the Civic Hybrid is the sophisticated Integrated Motor Assist IMA system. IMA pairs a 1.5-liter, i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine with an electric motor. Although the engine alone provides sufficient driving performance, when additional power is required, a permanent-magnet electric motor mounted between the engine and transmission provides power assist. Under certain conditions, the electric motor can propel the car on its own. Together, the motor and engine produce 110 hp @ 5500 rpm (SAE net).

 1.5-liter, SOHC i-VTEC® engine
The 1.5-liter, single overhead camshaft, aluminum-alloy i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine uses state-of-the-art engineering technology to produce impressive power, yet it still helps the Civic Hybrid obtain excellent fuel-economy ratings and an Advanced Technology Partial Zero-Emission Vehicle (AT-PZEV) rating, all on regular gasoline.

 Electric Motor
The IMA electric motor works in conjunction with the gasoline engine and supplies additional torque in assist mode. The motor's ultra-thin design allows it to be mounted between the engine and the transmission. The motor also functions as the generator for the IMA system during deceleration and as a starter, quickly spinning the engine up to idle speed.

 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Honda’s continuously variable transmission (CVT) provides an outstanding driving experience and allows the engine to always operate at the most efficient rpm level, enabling it to maximize efficiency under all driving conditions.

 Drive-by-Wire Throttle System
The Drive-by-Wire throttle system helps enhance the driving character of the Civic Hybrid. With smart electronics connecting the throttle pedal to the throttle butterfly valve in the intake manifold, the engine response can be optimized to suit the driving conditions and to better match your expectations.

 The 2014 Honda Civic Hybrid has an improved EPA1 rating of 44/47/45 city/highway/combined, up from the 2013 model's 44/44/44. This fuel efficiency increase was obtained through a combination of factors including aerodynamic refinements, upgraded components, such as the fuel pump and ignition coil, tuning changes related to engine sensors and greater regenerative braking efficiency.

 ECON Button
Efficiency or acceleration? It’s your choice. Push the ECON button and your Civic Hybrid automatically adjusts fuel-consuming systems to maximize efficiency. For better performance, press the button again to put the power back into your drive.

 For 2014, the sophistication and value of the Civic Hybrid is enhanced with a host of new standard features, including new Display Audio with 7-inch touchscreen that allows users to pinch, swipe and tap just like a smartphone to access audio, phonebook, media, vehicle information and available navigation features. The touchscreen display is also the interface for the next-generation HondaLink™, an application-based platform that allows a seamless integration between a user's smartphone and the car, providing access to online and cloud-based content and information both inside and outside the car.

 Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
The Civic enhances its visibility to others by incorporating Daytime Running Lights (DRL) up front.