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The 2016 Civic EX-T, EX-L and Touring Sedan and Coupe models feature the first turbo-
charged engine in a Honda-badged vehicle in North America. Here are some things to
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In basic terms, a turbine wheel placed
within the exhaust system is spun by the
flow of exhaust gases. That turbine drives a
shaft which in turn spins an air pump in the
intake tract.
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The increased pressure pushes more air
and fuel into the engine's combustion
chamber, for a more powerful expansion
of the ignited air-fuel mixture and greater
power production.
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Compressing the air heats it, creating
less density of the oxygen needed for
combustion. So the heated air passes
through an intercooler, where its
temperature is reduced and an even more
dense concentration of oxygen is then
available for burning.
Intercooled Turbocharging
know about turbocharging—and the Honda of turbos:
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The bottom line is an engine that produces
excellent horsepower and torque for
its size, providing extremely enjoyable
acceleration. Plus, fuel efficiency is
enhanced as well, for greater savings at the
pump.
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Amazing responsiveness is available
thanks to Honda's use of a relatively small,
lightweight turbine wheel. There's virtually
no "turbo lag," a phenomenon that afflicts
many competitors' turbo engines.
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Regular fuel is specified for the Civic's
turbocharged engine, unlike many
competitors who recommend premium fuel
for theirs. That means lower fuel expenses.
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