Honda Civic hybrid hits road in October

The new Honda Civic hybrid should be a winner.

According to a USAToday article, Redesigned hybrid has flair, the new Civic hybrid will offer better performance via increased horsepower, better fuel efficiency, and better styling that is "Somewhere between engaging and gorgeous."

A press release from Honda notes that the Civic hybrid should hit dealers in October. Honda has not yet released the pricing for the new hybrid, but it should be close to the $21,500 price tag of the current hybrid Civic.

The should increase the competition between hybrid cars and provide a nice challenge to the Toyota Prius hybrid.