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As we get closer to the FMC (Full Model Change) of the 2012 Civic, we've been hearing a little bit more about the updated engine family. First of all, the K24 that we've been telling you about for nearly a year is locked in. We've known about it for a long while, and we've also understood that it will be very similar to the TSX's K24 (complete with the tuner-unfriendly cast-in exhaust manifold), but the question mark has been "how much power will it develop?". Assuming our sources are correct, the upsized engine will develop power levels that are very close to what the current Si's K20Z3 is developing. We don't know the exact number but it sounds like the rating is going to be in the range of 200-210hp. Obviously, with 20% more displacement we can expect the torque output to be significantly better than what the K20 delivers; it will likely be in the neighborhood of 170lb-ft, as it is with the TSX.

In other Civic engine news, we're hearing that the non-Si Civic models will march forward with the same fuel-sipping 1.8L R18 engine that was introduced with the 8th generation models. We don't currently have any information concerning potential changes to the rated output but you can bet Honda will figure out a way to squeeze more fuel efficiency from it.

The 2012 Civic will appear in showrooms in the April/May 2011 timeframe. One more item of interest concerning the 2012 Civic that we learned from our own forums is that Honda is reportedly planning an HF trim level - it will apparently only be offered in sedan form with your choice of gray or white exterior color. Also, apart from the Si, the only Civic sedan trim levels offered with manual transmissions will be DX and LX. The 5MT will also be offered in the EX trim level for Coupe models, though. And finally, here is a list of colors for 2012:

http://www.blogcdn.com/green.autoblo...t-manifold.jpg

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Originally Posted by TypeRNammer (Post 7291270)

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/m.../SLRpicts3.jpg

I raise you one ep3 :troll:

The EK9 was a legend, but damn, Ep3s are just beautiful machines. What kit is that, does anyone know? So damn sexy in white... :heartsmile:

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Originally Posted by EmOne (Post 7291817)

has this been posted yet?

http://www.blogcdn.com/green.autoblo...t-manifold.jpg

wtf, so youre gonna need a whole new head to make any substantial power upgrades. Way to turn your back on the tuner market honda.

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Originally Posted by white_guilt (Post 7291876)

The EK9 was a legend, but damn, Ep3s are just beautiful machines. What kit is that, does anyone know? So damn sexy in white... :heartsmile:

Mugen front lip, Mugen cf duct, Mugen rear wing, type r sides and rear.

Edit: and Mugen grille
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Originally Posted by white_guilt (Post 7291876)

The EK9 was a legend, but damn, Ep3s are just beautiful machines. What kit is that, does anyone know? So damn sexy in white... :heartsmile:

http://www.ings-net.com/usa/products...om/imgs/01.jpg
I think FD2 is awwwwright, even in full OEM trim:
http://jdmwallpapers.net/wp-content/...-type-r-51.jpg

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Originally Posted by suzuka84 (Post 7289951)

that's a big engine for a car that's suppose to get you from point A to B in the most fuel efficient manner. after taking into account the power output of a ITR with over 100+hp/litre, one has to wonder why Honda is no longer producing high output small displacement engines that made them popular with the tuner crowd.

Because at the end of the day they have to battle with emissions tests, and fuel efficiency, neither are getting easier. Hence the fact they pulled the plug on the Type R in Europe, it couldnt get past the emissions tests. Who knows, maybe it will rev to 8.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2426/...f1fd24a7_z.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3427/...128c584f_z.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2721/...40dd02d2_z.jpg

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5214/...8f602de1_z.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4128/...87b951c1_b.jpg

:fuckyea:

i think honda should be able to pull off high rpm low displacement motors if they added a bit more technology... they should think about adding direct injection to go along with their i-vtec.. and obviously, stay away from that dumbass exhaust mani casted onto the head itself.. its stupid.

^Emission standards are killing any high-revving engines....

Blame the EU! This is Canada!

this is the first thing that came to mind when i saw it lol:
http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/va...195719209.html

https://www.agedstock.com/images/veh...cle_937752.jpg

whats up with the fugly praying mantis/predator look, gross
:facepalm:

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Originally Posted by hk20000 (Post 7292322)

I think FD2 is awwwwright, even in full OEM trim:

I agree with you...but the second pic the car actually has the Mugen front lip.

Here's a completely stock FD2:
http://www.allvehicles.co.uk/civic_fd2_type_r_100.jpg
http://www.allvehicles.co.uk/civic_fd2_type_r_102.jpg

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Originally Posted by 604nguyen (Post 7293546)

this is the first thing that came to mind when i saw it lol:
http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/va...195719209.html

whats up with the fugly praying mantis/predator look, gross
:facepalm:

LOL....That thing will never sell. I see it almost everyday when I drive down main street.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4128/...87b951c1_b.jpg

Rear shot looks good.
Loving that rear diffuser...DIY?

The next generation of Honda lovers will see EKs and EGs as some who now look back to 240z's. The era of great tuner friendly cars is slowly fading away..

Civic will be the next Accord, might come with 3.5L V6
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The interior of the 2012 Honda Civic
http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot..._4752850_n.jpg

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Originally Posted by cococly (Post 7297467)

The interior of the 2012 Honda Civic
http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot..._4752850_n.jpg

No more two-tier dash. Are they going back to normal gauges?

It is still a 2 tier dash, you can see the edge of the hood in front of the driver side window.

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Originally Posted by HondaGuy (Post 7295393)

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4128/...87b951c1_b.jpg

Rear shot looks good.
Loving that rear diffuser...DIY?

not sure.. wonder what car it came off of...

reminds me of the 06-07 sti rear diffuser.

need the acura grill :troll:

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Originally Posted by LuHua (Post 7297831)

It is still a 2 tier dash, you can see the edge of the hood in front of the driver side window.

Ah crap, didn't see it. Wonder if they changed it at all to look more modern... the numbers on the top dash look really lame in the current gen.

tofu143: I'm thinking its a DIY...been googling trying to find out.

Would be nice to build one. :fullofwin:

Really? There was a horsepower race that honda was a part of? The civic now is in the same league as like a lumina or some old shitbox american fwd sedan.

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Originally Posted by cococly (Post 7289922)

To be honest, I was thinking that Honda might bring its Turbo I-4 from the RDX into the Si. It could bring the Si closer with the competition in this "horsepower" race.

http://image.trucktrend.com/f/935076...e_bay_view.jpg

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Originally Posted by rawr (Post 7298876)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwRiP...eature=related

i like how they made fun of tatsuru ichishima when they were comparing cars LOL when they were looking at the mr-2 his facial expression was like sad and then when they compared prices he was like

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3123/...772197259b.jpg