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raylit20 · 01-23-2013, 01:43 PM

Hey guys, I picked up a new to me 2005 Honda civic hybrid CVT.

I will be documenting my progress with the car towards my goal of 50mpg city, and hopefully I will be able to dispel some myths on Honda's hybrid system in this car.

Nearly all of the driving I do is in the city with average speeds under 35mph and frequent stopping and starting. With temps in the -5F to 10F range I have been averaging right around 43mpg city, with no mods on newer non-LRR tires.

My first mods were a packing tape grille block and a quick 20 minute engine bay blanket. I have also ordered a magnetic 200w block heater and the parts to build a DIY slow charge PHEV system.

Pictures to come soon.

01-23-2013, 01:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
raylit20 Hakuna Matata Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Green Bay Posts: 40 Avalon - '99 Toyota Avalon XLS Thanks: 12 Thanked 26 Times in 11 Posts	Raylit20's 05 HCH Hey guys, I picked up a new to me 2005 Honda civic hybrid CVT. I will be documenting my progress with the car towards my goal of 50mpg city, and hopefully I will be able to dispel some myths on Honda's hybrid system in this car. Nearly all of the driving I do is in the city with average speeds under 35mph and frequent stopping and starting. With temps in the -5F to 10F range I have been averaging right around 43mpg city, with no mods on newer non-LRR tires. My first mods were a packing tape grille block and a quick 20 minute engine bay blanket. I have also ordered a magnetic 200w block heater and the parts to build a DIY slow charge PHEV system. Pictures to come soon. __________________ Simplify, then add lightness.