<P> The eighth generation was released in September 2005 , for the 2006 model year . For the eighth generation , Honda split the model into two different platforms , one for sedan and coupe , and one for a hatchback designed primarily for the European market using a simpler rear suspension from the Honda Fit and more aggressive styling . As of 2006 , a total of 16.5 million Civics had been sold worldwide , with 7.3 million of them in the United States . Although the North American and the home market model differ externally , they are mechanically identical . The hatchback is available as a three and five - door . Both Si and Type R trim levels continued although the Japanese and European Type R , while sharing the same engine size , are mechanically different . In the US , an improved , sportier version of the Civic Si 4 - door tuned by tuner Mugen was offered , featuring cosmetic alterations and changes to the suspension , wheels , slight exterior differences , and exhaust system . A Canadian only Acura model received a new nameplate , changing from the Acura EL to the Acura CSX . The end of this model generation also marked a hiatus of the Civic Type R in Japan , with no successor model until the later tenth generation , going on sale mid-2017 . </P>
<P> The eighth generation was released in September 2005 , for the 2006 model year . For the eighth generation , Honda split the model into two different platforms , one for sedan and coupe , and one for a hatchback designed primarily for the European market using a simpler rear suspension from the Honda Fit and more aggressive styling . As of 2006 , a total of 16.5 million Civics had been sold worldwide , with 7.3 million of them in the United States . Although the North American and the home market model differ externally , they are mechanically identical . The hatchback is available as a three and five - door . Both Si and Type R trim levels continued although the Japanese and European Type R , while sharing the same engine size , are mechanically different . In the US , an improved , sportier version of the Civic Si 4 - door tuned by tuner Mugen was offered , featuring cosmetic alterations and changes to the suspension , wheels , slight exterior differences , and exhaust system . A Canadian only Acura model received a new nameplate , changing from the Acura EL to the Acura CSX . The end of this model generation also marked a hiatus of the Civic Type R in Japan , with no successor model until the later tenth generation , going on sale mid-2017 . </P>
when did the new honda civic come out
when did the new honda civic come out
mid-2017
mid-2017