Overpriced by Rs 10 lacs over its petrol version, this variant is here to stay as it attracts 104% duties and taxes being fully imported from Japan. At Rs 21.5 lac (ex-showroom Delhi), this car offers 47% more fuel efficiency, as it 5 -7 km more than its petrol version.

Exceptional in performance as it is fitted with 3 Stage i-VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) for 3 levels of speed viz low speed, high speed and cylinder idle mode, a super electric motor, Integrated Motor Assist accompanied with a CVT transmission.

Honda Civic Hybrid is showing increasing popularity across the globe. Accompanied by the sharply increasing fuel costs, this trend is sure to accelerate the sales graph of Honda Civic Hybrid. If figures are to be believed then it will surpass its sales soon, as consumers are opting for reducing their carbon foot print through green fuel technology.

Don't be surprised if in continuation with this trend, Honda may be prompted to introduce FCX very soon in India.

Mind you, the Hybrid's battery pack can recharge itself by utilizing the power released from the engine and motor when the car brakes or gradually decelerates. This is a plus feature of the car, but works optimally in city driving conditions where deceleration and regenerative braking is oft applied. Hence recharging the batteries would pose a problem on highway driving where stable speeds are maintained and braking is not done often.

Honda Civic Hybrid has shed its old looks and body line long ago. The new Honda Civic has a futuristic body image and style. Glancing into the interiors of the car, one cannot simply resist sinking in the plush leather seats and find power windows, power mirrors telescopic steering column, new age instrument panel 3 spoke steering wheel with a tilt for extra convenience. Simply drive away to your destination in the new Honda Civic Hybrid listening to your favorite music in the state of art audio system.

Meanwhile, its wait and watch time for the Indian automobile dealers, who want to see that how will hybrid cars, fit in their way into the Indian automobile scene.