Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
After just two years on the market, the Civic received a mild facelift meant to solve a few technical issues and some mild changes on the outside.
The Japanese carmaker was well-known for its reliable products, and the market well received the revised five-door Civic. Its radical design attracted new buyers for Honda, while previous owners criticized the vehicle due to its rear suspension and rough ride.
While the exterior was praised, a particular part of it was not very pleasant for the customers, especially the mirror-like grille. Along with the 2008 facelift, Honda replaced-it with a chromed one that sported two squared air-intakes. The front apron's triangular air-intake shapes were found into the rear, as side exhaust tips, for the 1.8-liter and 2.2-liter versions, while the 1.4-liter unit featured plastic caps in the rear apron and a hidden exhaust behind it.
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. There was enough room for three passengers in the back, and the "Magic Seats" system allowed the bench to be raised or lowered. The rear bench featured a 60:40 split seatback or lift.
The eighth generation of the Civic featured 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. Honda offered the car with a choice of two gasoline and one diesel engine. The standard transmission was a 6-speed manual. A robotized 5-speed version was available for both gasoline engines, while on specific markets, Honda introduced an automatic transmission.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L i-VTEC 6AT FWD (100 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1339 cm3 |
Power: | 73.5 KW @ 6000 RPM 100 HP @ 6000 RPM 99 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 94 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 127 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15 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: | 167.5 in (4255 mm) |
Width: | 69.1 in (1755 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/59.4 in (1,504/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.7 in (2634 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2557 lbs (1160 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3638 lbs (1650 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 132 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L i-VTEC 6MT FWD (100 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1339 cm3 |
Power: | 73.5 KW @ 6000 RPM 100 HP @ 6000 RPM 99 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 94 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 127 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13 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: | 167.5 in (4255 mm) |
Width: | 69.1 in (1755 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/59.4 in (1,504/1,509 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.7 in (2634 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2551 lbs (1157 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: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.8 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 135 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): | 10.9 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: | 225/45 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.5 in (4255 mm) |
Width: | 69.1 in (1755 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/59.4 in (1,504/1,509 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: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 33.1 mpg US (7.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 165 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 mph (204 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: | 225/45 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.5 in (4255 mm) |
Width: | 69.1 in (1755 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/59.4 in (1,504/1,509 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: | 2797 lbs (1269 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3858 lbs (1750 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42.7 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 155 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 mph (204 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.7 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: | 225/45 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.5 in (4255 mm) |
Width: | 69.1 in (1755 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/59.4 in (1,504/1,509 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: | 3143 lbs (1426 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4166.7 lbs (1890 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 135 g/km |