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As a leading sedan, Honda Civic launched the Civic e:Hev RS version in Japan in April this year, introducing the Honda S+ Shift simulated shifting function, which was subsequently introduced in major markets.
2026/10/04 14:46 Text/Reporter Su Minghan Picture source/Honda
As Honda's flagship sedan, Civic launched the Civic e:Hev RS in Japan in April this year. It not only has exclusive appearance and interior packages, but most importantly, it introduces the Honda S+ Shift simulated shifting function. Subsequently, it has also been introduced in all major markets. In Taiwan, there is news from the dealer that the new-year Civic e:HEV is expected to arrive in November, and it is expected to introduce the Honda S+ Shift function.
Civic e:HEV RS has exclusive sporty styling.
According to information disclosed by the dealer, Taiwan's Honda Civic e:HEV will launch a new model and is expected to arrive in Hong Kong in November. The Honda S+ Shift simulated shifting function is expected to be introduced at that time. However, it will be sold in a single model in China. It remains to be seen whether an RS model will be added based on Japanese or Thai specifications, or new functions will be directly added to existing models.
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The new S+ Shift simulated shifting function enhances driving pleasure.
This set of Honda S+ Shift simulated shifting function provides a simulated up-and-down shifting sensory experience and a richer driving experience. It becomes the second Honda sports car model with S+ Shift shifting function after the new generation Prelude. At the same time, the action modes are also different. Civic e:HEV will switch directly to Sport mode after turning on S+ Shift, and there is no simulated tachometer screen.
The RS model has 18-inch Matte Black alloy wheels.
If the RS model can be added to the Japanese and Thai regulations, it will have a new appearance and interior kit, including a newly designed sports front bumper, and new air deflectors on both sides, creating a dynamic appearance similar to the Civic Type R, as well as black style and 18 Inch dark aluminum rims; inside the car, there is a flat-bottomed steering wheel, and there are metal shift paddles at the rear. It is matched with red decoration and stitching that can be seen everywhere in the cabin, and the suspension has also been adjusted for sports.
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