Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Honda Civic has been on the market for a few decades and it had ups and downs. But with 2005 generation, it nailed it. The market was in a fever, the customers stormed the doors. Soon it became the most sold Civic in model's history.
The exterior look was arguably the most important attribute of the car. The sharp nose with a mirror-like grille covered with clear plastic, the angular headlights, and the short hood was a shocking presence. The raked A-pillars were followed by a rounded, bubble-like greenhouse. In the rear, a horizontally split rear windscreen incorporated into the tailgate completed the overall shape. The triangular air-intake shapes in the front apron were found into the rear, as side exhaust tips.
The interior was focused on the driver, with a center-stack tilted toward the driver. The instrument cluster was installed on two levels, with the speedometer on top and the tachometer and the rest of the dials in a regular cluster behind the steering wheel. The high seating position was not so welcomed by Honda fans, but it was appreciated by the first-time buyers. In the back, there was enough room for three passengers and the Magic Seats system allowed the bench to be raised or lowered. The seatback was foldable in a split, 60:40 way.
The eighth generation of the Civic was criticized by the Honda community due to its McPherson front struts and rear trailing arms. Most of its predecessors featured double-wishbone front suspension and multi-link in the rear. That compromise was made by Honda to provide a bigger trunk space. The car was offered with a choice of two gasoline and one diesel engine. Standard transmission was a 6-speed manual. A robotized 5-speed version was offered for the 1.8-liter unit.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L i-DSI 6AT FWD (83 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1339 cm3 |
Power: | 61 KW @ 5700 RPM 83 HP @ 5700 RPM 82 BHP @ 5700 RPM |
Torque: | 88 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 119 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106 mph (171 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 16.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.3 in (4249 mm) |
Width: | 69.3 in (1760 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.1/59.4 in (1,501/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2513 lbs (1140 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3638 lbs (1650 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 139 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L i-DSI 6MT FWD (83 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1339 cm3 |
Power: | 61 KW @ 5700 RPM 83 HP @ 5700 RPM 82 BHP @ 5700 RPM |
Torque: | 88 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 119 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 105.6 mph (170 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.3 in (4249 mm) |
Width: | 69.3 in (1760 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.1/59.4 in (1,501/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2513.3 lbs (1140 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3637.6 lbs (1650 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 139 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L i-VTEC 6AT FWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1799 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 6300 RPM 140 HP @ 6300 RPM 138 BHP @ 6300 RPM |
Torque: | 128 lb-ft @ 4300 RPM 174 Nm @ 4300 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 127 mph (204 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.3 in (4249 mm) |
Width: | 69.3 in (1760 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.1/59.4 in (1,501/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2568 lbs (1165 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3858 lbs (1750 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28.3 mpg US (8.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 149 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L i-VTEC 6MT FWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1799 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 6300 RPM 140 HP @ 6300 RPM 138 BHP @ 6300 RPM |
Torque: | 128 lb-ft @ 4300 RPM 174 Nm @ 4300 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 127.4 mph (205 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.3 in (4249 mm) |
Width: | 69.3 in (1760 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.1/59.4 in (1,501/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2568.4 lbs (1165 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3858.1 lbs (1750 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 152 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L i-CTDi 6MT FWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2204 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 4000 RPM 140 HP @ 4000 RPM 138 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 251 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 340 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 127.4 mph (205 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.3 in (4249 mm) |
Width: | 69.3 in (1760 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.1/59.4 in (1,501/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2914.5 lbs (1322 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4166.7 lbs (1890 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 52.3 mpg US (4.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 140 g/km |