Moving inside, I wouldn't call the Civic Hybrid feature-packed. To come to think of it, it's actually a base model being that no optional packaging exists. So, the Civic Hybrid is the Civic Hybrid with no LX or EX designation, if you know what I mean. Apart from automatic climate control, a decent stereo system and cruise control, you won't find any luxury features here. And for a little over $26,000, this is really unexpected. The seats are manually adjustable and don't have lumbar support, there's no interior auto-dimming mirror, the rear seats don't fold flat, there's no leather, and there's no traction or stability control. But you do get a battery pack that sits behind the rear seats. And it's an expensive battery pack at that, as I can't justify it costing almost 10 grand more than a base Honda Civic Sedan. But, I guess you do have to be fair. The Civic Hybrid sets itself apart from regular Civics by its rear trunk-mounted spoiler, roof-mounted antennae, 15-inch lightweight aluminum alloy wheels featuring low rolling resistance tires, side mirror integrated LED turn signal indicators, and a rear "Hybrid" badge. Inside, you'll find a digital instantaneous fuel consumption meter (in L/100 km or MPG) to the left of the digital speedometer. I personally don't like constantly being reminded of my driving habits, so I like the fact that I can have it display the coolant temperature instead. Many say the constant buzzing sounds you hear from the hybrid system are a distraction. I find it very cool, and I'm sure many fans of hybrids out there agree. It's like a turbocharged car without its turbo whine - where's the fun in that?