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The 2008 Honda Civic Si combines razor-sharp handling with a high-revving,
197-horsepower, 8000 rpm redline, 2.0 liter i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine; 6-speed
close-ratio manual transmission; and a helical-type, limited-slip differential.
For 2008, the exclusive and limited production Civic MUGEN Si Sedan debuts with
a high-performance suspension, lightweight forged aluminum wheels, aerodynamic
body kit with adjustable rear wing spoiler and a sport-tuned exhaust system.

"The Civic Si delivers pure Honda performance with its potent 4-cylinder
engine and dynamic sports suspension," said Dick Colliver, executive vice
president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "Engineered for the enthusiast
driver, the Civic Si merges the everyday refinement of the Civic into a highly-entertaining
performance package."

Available as a coupe or sedan, the Civic Si enhances the performance potential
of the Civic architecture. Exclusive sports suspension highlights consists of
firm spring, damper and stabilizer bar tuning along with exclusive 17-inch alloy
wheels and high-performance P215/45 R17 87V tires. Exterior appointments include
a low-profile rear wing spoiler and front and rear Si emblems. The interior
design provides a performance-driving environment with firmly-bolstered synthetic
suede seats with red stitching, red backlit gauges, and a leather-trimmed steering
wheel and shift knob.

A 2.0-liter, 16-valve, DOHC i-VTEC engine produces 197-horsepower @ 7800 rpm
and 139 lb-ft. of torque at 6100 rpm. A standard close-ratio 6-speed manual
transmission allows for quick, smooth gear changes with torque distributed via
a limited-slip differential for enhanced traction in high-performance driving
situations.

The interior's two-tier instrument panel conveys a futuristic design
with quick-reference meter positioning and includes a rev-limit indicator light.
A leather-wrapped tilt-and-telescope steering wheel is standard, along with
a leather-wrapped aluminum shift knob. The 7-speaker, 350-watt premium audio
system features a subwoofer, Speed-sensitive Volume Control (SVC), MP3/WMA playback
capability, auxiliary audio input jack and XM® Satellite Radio for navigation-equipped
models. Additional features include a 60/40 split folding rear seat, one-touch
power moonroof, red ambient console lighting, keyless entry with security system,
power windows, power locks, a dual trip meter odometer and a Maintenance Minder™
indicator. The voice-activated Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™
is available.

Every 2008 Civic integrates a wide array of standard safety technologies starting
with the Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure;
side curtain airbags; driver's and front passenger's side airbags
with a passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS); and dual-stage,
dual-threshold driver's and front passenger's airbags (SRS). Active
front seat head restraints are designed to help reduce the severity of neck
injury in the event of a rear collision. Standard active safety features include
an anti-lock brake system (ABS) with brake assist and electronic brake distribution,
front seatbelts with automatic-tensioners and load limiters, and a pedestrian
injury mitigation design incorporated into the front exterior of the vehicle.
Driver and front passenger seatbelt reminders and daytime running lights are
also standard equipment.

Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) provides launch, oversteer and
acceleration-understeer control by modulating engine power and/or applying brake
pressure independently to each wheel. VSA can be manually deactivated if conditions
warrant it.

Civic MUGEN Si Sedan

Built on the foundation of the Civic Si Sedan and tuned by the prestigious
racing and aftermarket performance company, MUGEN, a Civic MUGEN Si Sedan debuts
for 2008 and adds a high-performance suspension, forged aluminum 18-inch lightweight
alloy wheels, a full aerodynamic body kit with rear wing spoiler and rear diffuser,
and a sport-tuned exhaust system.

"Honda enthusiasts have long been asking for MUGEN performance products
similar to what the company offers in Japan," said Dick Colliver, executive
vice president of American Honda. "We're enthusiasts, too, and the ultra-premium
Civic MUGEN Si Sedan offers exclusive style and elevated handling performance
with legendary Honda refinement."

The track-tuned suspension, tested at the Twin Ring Motegi racing circuit
in Japan, lowers the vehicle by 0.6 inches with aggressive spring and damper
tuning for enhanced handling performance while still maintaining a high level
of ride comfort. Compared to the conventional Civic Si Sedan, front and rear
damping force (both bump and rebound) was increased between 8- and 24-percent.
Lightweight 16.98-pound 18x7.5-inch forged aluminum wheels (27 percent lighter
than the stock 17x7 alloy wheel) and high-grip BFGoodrich® g-Force KDW 215/40ZR18
summer tires help to create MUGEN's unique, rewarding and well-balanced handling
performance character.

The full-vehicle aero-package adds a front spoiler with a sports grille, side
spoilers, a rear bumper diffuser and a rear wing. The sport-tuned exhaust system
reduces back pressure from the catalytic converter back. The Civic MUGEN Si
Sedan is available exclusively in Fiji Blue Pearl and includes front and rear
MUGEN emblems. Inside, a MUGEN Limited Edition placard is located on the center
console along with a spherical 50 mm MUGEN aluminum shift knob.

The name MUGEN symbolizes Honda performance throughout Asia and around the globe.
MUGEN, under license by M-TEC Co., Ltd., of Japan, has been closely associated
with Honda for more than three decades in the design and manufacture of racing
and premium aftermarket performance products.

The limited-production Civic MUGEN Si Sedan (maximum of 1,000 units for the
2008 model year) is backed by the standard factory Honda warranty. A prototype
of the Honda Civic MUGEN Si was shown at the Specialty Equipment Market Association
(SEMA) show in fall, 2006.

Civic MUGEN Si Sedan Specs:

Engine Type = i-VTEC DOHC 4-cylinder engine

Displacement = 2.0 liters (1998 cc)

Transmission = 6-speed manual transmission

Horsepower = 197 @ 7800 rpm

Torque (lb.-ft.) = 139 @ 6100 rpm

Ride Height = 5.3 inches (-0.6 inches from Civic Si Sedan)

Overall Length = 177.8 inches total (+1.1 inches from Civic Si Sedan)

Wheels: Forged GP 18x7.5 (pattern 5H-114.3 +48)