Segment: Compact
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Honda introduced a facelift for the 2008 model-year Civic, which included a few enhancements to its compact sedan.
The Civic was one of the best-selling Honda vehicles, and its popularity grew thanks to its reliable engines, low maintenance costs, and comfortable ride. But all these came with a higher price than many of its competitors.
To attract even more customers to its showrooms, the Japanese carmaker tried a different approach with a more refined design for the 2008 model. At the front, the Civic featured a new bumper, with a wider, three-way split grille and side air-intakes. They were mostly aesthetic since the car didn’t really need an improvement for the cooling area. On the sides, the door mirrors received turn signals for all trim levels, while the wheels got a new look. At the back, a chromed bar linked the two L-shaped taillights.
Inside, the most important changes were on the steering wheel and on the center stack. The former received a three-spoke design inspired by the European version, while the latter got an infotainment system with sat-nav. On the top trim level, the EX, the carmaker installed a seven-speaker sound system, while the lower versions got only four.
Under the hood, Honda installed its 1.8-liter, 140 hp engine on the base level paired with a five-speed manual or, as an option, with a five-speed automatic. A CNG version was exclusively available for fleet buyers in most states, apart from California and New York. The 1.3-liter hybrid was also an excellent choice for commuters, thanks to its high fuel efficiency.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L i-VTEC 5AT FWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1799 cm3 |
Power: | 104 KW @ 6300 RPM 141 HP @ 6300 RPM 139 BHP @ 6300 RPM |
Torque: | 128 lb-ft @ 4300 RPM 174 Nm @ 4300 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged multipoint injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 2.7 gallons (10.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P205/55 R16 89H |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.3 in (4503 mm) |
Width: | 69 in (1753 mm) |
Height: | 56.5 in (1435 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59/60.2 in (1,499/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12 cuFT (340 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2648 lbs (1201 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3913 lbs (1775 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 123 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L IMA Hybrid 5AT FWD (123 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1339 cm3 |
Power: | 91 KW @ 6000 RPM 124 HP @ 6000 RPM 122 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 123 lb-ft @ 1000-2500 RPM 167 Nm @ 1000-2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged multipoint injection |
Fuel: | Hybrid |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic (CVT) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P195/65 R15 89S |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.3 in (4503 mm) |
Width: | 69 in (1753 mm) |
Height: | 56.3 in (1430 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.1/60.2 in (1,501/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12 cuFT (340 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
Turning circle: | 33.5 ft (10.2 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2877 lbs (1305 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3913 lbs (1775 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 116 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L LPG 5AT FWD (113 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1799 cm3 |
Power: | 84 KW @ 6300 RPM 114 HP @ 6300 RPM 113 BHP @ 6300 RPM |
Torque: | 109 lb-ft @ 4300 RPM 148 Nm @ 4300 RPM |
Fuel System: | Natural Gas |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P195/65 R15 89H |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.3 in (4503 mm) |
Width: | 69 in (1753 mm) |
Height: | 56.5 in (1435 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59/60.2 in (1,499/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 6 cuFT (170 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
Turning circle: | 33.5 ft (10.2 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2904 lbs (1317 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3913 lbs (1775 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 123 g/km |