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Civic Pride

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http://wardsauto.com/testdrive/civic_wo ... cs_110428/

"However, the relatively bare-bones Civic LX sedan driven here proves the all-aluminum 1.8L 4-cyl., with Honda’s i-VTEC variable-valve timing, is even better than before. Mated to a 5-speed manual, the engine never lacks merging or passing power on the freeway, a shortfall of the current Civic thanks to Honda’s famously high torque peaks.

In the new model, the 1.8L still reaches a zenith of 128 lb.-ft. (174 Nm) at 4,300 rpm, but torque now is more plentiful in the normal-use range of 2,000-4,000 rpm. Thank you, Honda.

The smooth-shifting 5-speed manual also is improved, with a forgiving-but-engaging clutch. Throws have been shortened and the shifter has a sturdier feel.
'08 Jeep Liberty 6-Speed MT - "Last of the Mohicans"
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