Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2001, 2002, 2003
Honda unveiled the seventh generation of the Civic hatchback in 2001 to answer the growing market for that type of vehicle. It was the first Civic diesel as well.
After selling more than 13 million Civics worldwide, Honda tried to expand its seventh generation with three body versions: sedan, 3- and 5-door hatchback. The latter was supposed to replace the station-wagon version from its predecessor.
With sharp angles and curved body panels, the five-door version was not the best looking car in its class. It was the reason why this version was not as successful on the market. The short hood and tall greenhouse made the car looks like it was missing a part: either a bigger rear area as a station-wagon or a trunk in a three-box style. The taillights were installed on the corners like the designers forgot to draw them and added them at the last minute.
Inside, there was a different story. The gearstick was mounted on the center stack, leaving the center console clean. The instrument cluster was the same Honda-style, easy to read and uncomplicated. The black dashboard with silver air vents was the only option. In the back, the bench was fit for up to three passengers with enough legroom and headroom but limited hip and shoulder room.
Honda was known for its rev-happy VTEC engines, and the seventh-generation offered the magnificent 2.0-liter 201 hp unit, but only for the three-door version. The 5-door received a 1.6-liter unit available in two power outputs. For diesel fans, it offered a 1.7-liter four-cylinder built by Isuzu. Since all three of them were fuel-efficient, the diesel version didn't have too many buyers.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4i 5MT FWD (90 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1396 cm3 |
Power: | 66 KW @ 5600 RPM 90 HP @ 5600 RPM 89 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 96 lb-ft @ 4300 RPM 130 Nm @ 4300 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 108.7 mph (175 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/70R14 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
Height: | 59.1 in (1501 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.9/58.7 in (1,471/1,491 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.3 in (109 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13 cuFT (368 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2414 lbs (1095 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3527.3 lbs (1600 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28.3 mpg US (8.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 43.5 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.7 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 153 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6i 5MT FWD (110 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1590 cm3 |
Power: | 81 KW @ 5600 RPM 110 HP @ 5600 RPM 109 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 113 lb-ft @ 4300 RPM 153 Nm @ 4300 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/60R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
Height: | 59.1 in (1501 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.9/58.7 in (1,471/1,491 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.3 in (109 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13 cuFT (368 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2447.1 lbs (1110 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3549.4 lbs (1610 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 159 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.7L i-CDT 5MT FWD (101 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1686 cm3 |
Power: | 74 KW @ 4400 RPM 101 HP @ 4400 RPM 99 BHP @ 4400 RPM |
Torque: | 162 lb-ft @ 2200 RPM 220 Nm @ 2200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 113.1 mph (182 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/60R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
Width: | 66.9 in (1699 mm) |
Height: | 59.1 in (1501 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.9/58.7 in (1,471/1,491 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.3 in (109 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13 cuFT (368 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2775.6 lbs (1259 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3880.1 lbs (1760 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 134 g/km |