For $25,800 the car has basically the same features as a Civic LX, loaded except sunroof. Your wheel size is 15" on the Hybrid but the wheels are alloys. You get turn signals in the side mirrors and all other expected features such as cimate control A/C, CVT transmission, power windows/mirrors/locks, cruise, tilt/telescopic wheel, remote kyless entry, high power CD player, ABS and 6 airbags.
At only $2800+ tax more than a high end Civic EX, less the $1000 PST credit, the numbers are making more sense and looks like Honda Canada actually expects to sell some Hybrids for 2006.