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The latter half of the first generation saw significant improvements on the original 1972 release. These enhancements included more horsepower, a more robust front bumper, and, in 1977, a Compound Vortex Controlled Combustion engine. Instead of using additional components in the exhaust system to meet stricter emission standards like American automakers, Honda developed a more efficient engine that ran cleaner. The Civic brought in customers and sold more than 100,000 cars in 1977.
A little over twenty years later, right before the turn of the century, Honda came out with their 1999 Civic Si Coup, fondly remembered for its energetic pep. With a 1.6L engine, sporty suspension, and 5-speed manual transmission, this car was fun to drive and easy to handle. This model has since become popular for aftermarket upgrades with its lightweight, straightforward platform and available B16 engine that became a tuner favorite.
Jump forward to the 2014 Honda Civic, and you’ll notice it has the lowest number of customer complaints compared to nearly every model that came before it in the 2000s and offers some other tangible benefits. Owners of the 2014 Civic report good fuel economy and reliable performance. The Civic also received safety awards following crash tests and was praised for its daytime running lights and anti-lock braking system. Honda sold almost 326,000 units in 2014.
With total Civic sales in the U.S. reaching over 377,000 in 2017, this production year brought some exciting changes that caught the public’s eye. Turbocharged engines facilitated more than ample performance power for a responsive experience behind the wheel. The 2017 Honda Civic was rated five stars by 64% of owners on Edmunds.com.