Honda Civic Specifications
The fuel capacity of the Honda Civic sedan is 47 litres for both petrol and diesel variants. The petrol engine is paired with a CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), while the diesel engine comes with a 6-speed manual gearbox (6 forward and 1 reverse).
Performance
The diesel engine offers better fuel efficiency at a claimed 26.8 kmpl, compared to 16.5 kmpl for the petrol variant. In real-world use, the diesel returns around 16.8 kmpl in the city and 20.07 kmpl on highways, while the petrol is less efficient at about 8 kmpl in the city and an average of 15 kmpl on highways.
Safety
The Honda Civic sedan comes with top safety features such as Vehicle Stability Assist, Hill Start Assist, ABS, EBD, Auto Brake Hold, a multi-view reverse camera with three modes, Emergency Stop Signal, Walk Away Auto Lock, high-speed alert, and child safety locks.
Dimensions
The Honda Civic has a boot space of 430 litres, along with well-proportioned dimensions that give it a spacious cabin. It measures 4656 mm (465.6 cm / 183.31 inches / 15.28 feet) in length and 1799 mm (179.9 cm / 70.83 inches / 5.90 feet) in width, while standing 1433 mm (143.3 cm / 56.42 inches / 4.70 feet) tall. The wheelbase spans 2700 mm (270.0 cm / 106.30 inches / 8.86 feet), which contributes to its generous legroom, and the ground clearance measures 171 mm (17.1 cm / 6.73 inches / 0.56 feet), suited to typical city and highway roads.
Key Specifications of Honda Civic
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 1597 |
| Max power (bhp) | 118 bhp@4000rpm |
| Gear box | 6-Speed |
| Max torque (Nm) | 300 Nm@2000rpm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 23.9 |
| Fuel Type | diesel |
Top Features of Honda Civic
| The Push start button brings your car to life with just a touch | |
| The remote engine starter facility activates the engine so that you can cool the interior from a distance. It is a convenient option during summers. | |
| The 8-way power driver seat can be tailored to your needs. | |
| The auto-dimming rear-view mirror dims if the headlights glare bothers your vision. |
Detailed Specifications & Features of Honda Civic
V Cvt Petrol | Vx Cvt Petrol | |
|---|---|---|
Comfort & convenience | ||
| 12V power outlets | Yes | Yes |
| 2nd row adjustable headrest | Yes | Yes |
| 2nd row adjustable headrest - 2nd row headrest adjustment type | Manual | Manual |
| Adjustable ORVM | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable cluster brightness | Yes | Yes |
Entertainment & communication | ||
| Apple car play / android auto | No | Yes |
| Integrated (in-dash) music system | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated (in-dash) music system - Am/fm radio | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated (in-dash) music system - Aux compatibility/connectivity | No | No |
| Integrated (in-dash) music system - Bluetooth compatibility/connectivity | Yes | Yes |
Exterior | ||
| Body colored bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| Body kit | No | No |
| Chrome exhaust | No | No |
| Fog lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlights Bulb type | Halogen | Halogen |
Interior | ||
| Digital Instrument cluster | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument cluster - Digital Tachometer | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument cluster - Digital tripmeter | Yes | Yes |
| Door pockets | Yes | Yes |
| Front seat pockets | Yes | Yes |
Safety | ||
| 2nd row middle rear headrest | No | No |
| 360 view camera | No | No |
| Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags - Co-passenger airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags - Front torso airbags | Yes | Yes |
Warranty | ||
| OEM warranty (years) | 3 | 3 |
Honda Civic User's Review 4.5
"The petrol engine runs well while being very quiet. It makes driving around town feel easy while cruising along on the highway feels more relaxed. While maintenance costs are slightly higher than those of an average sedan, reliability helps to offset that additional expense."
"The cabin of my Civic has a lot of breathing space which contributes to its overall comfort and also allows the cabin to appear well-designed with ample amount of storage space. The infotainment system does feel outdated due to its appearance; however, its functionality is excellent."
"I have had my Civic for more than 3 years and this car still feels like a well-built and refined product. The interior quality of the car is very high and the car will continue to be a very comfortable vehicle to drive even over long distances."
"The cars steering is very light in city driving, while highway driving feels very sturdy. The front seats of the car are comfortable, while the rear seat area provides ample legroom. The design of the car continues to attract a lot of attention from people around me."
"The Civic excels in long-distance driving since it has a firmly planted stance while going fast and a very good ability to handle bumps due to suspension design. However, one downside to driving on rough roads is that it has a low ground clearance."
"The Honda Civic has more space inside the cabin for better comfort. The cabin looks elegant and has more storage. The infotainment system may look old, but it works well."
"My car still feels elegant after 3 years of driving. Its interior quality is still high and is comfortable for long-distance driving."
"The car is smooth for long-distance driving, especially over bumps. Its downside is low ground clearance, which is difficult on rough roads."
"The steering feels light on the city roads but stays sturdy on the highways. It has an attention-grabbing design, has comfortable front seats and is spacious in the back row. "
"The petrol engine is almost quiet. City driving is easier and cruises along the highways for a relaxed ride. However, maintenance costs are higher than those of other sedans. "
F.A.Q.s about Honda Civic Specs and Features
Q. Is the Honda Civic still available as a new car in India?
The Honda Civic is not available as a new car in India and is currently sold only in the used car market.
Q. Is the Honda Civic good for city driving?
Yes, the Honda Civic is good for city driving due to its smooth engine, light steering, and comfortable ride quality.
Q. Does the Honda Civic offer good safety features?
Yes, the Honda Civic offers good safety features including multiple airbags and electronic stability control.
Q. Is the Honda Civic fuel efficient?
Yes, the Honda Civic delivers competitive fuel efficiency for a premium sedan, especially in its diesel variant.
Q. What is the main drawback of the Honda Civic?
The main drawback of the Honda Civic is its low ground clearance, which requires careful driving on rough roads.
Q. Should I consider buying a used Honda Civic today?
Yes, a used Honda Civic is worth considering if you value comfort, reliability, and a refined driving experience.
Q. How is the Honda Civic for long drives?
The Honda Civic is excellent for long drives because of its stable highway performance and comfortable seating.
Q. How much mileage can I expect with the Honda Civic on city roads?
On the congested Indian city roads, the Honda Civic shows an average mileage of 16.8 kmpl by the diesel variant. The petrol engine shows a much lower fuel efficiency of a mere 8 kmpl. However, on highways, they perform better with a mileage of 15 kmpl and 20.07 kmpl by petrol and diesel variants, respectively.
Q. What level of ADAS does the Honda Civic have?
Honda Civic in India does not have an ADAS of any level. The model was discontinued before the ADAS technology was introduced in the Indian automobile market.
Q. Is the diesel engine available with an automatic transmission?
No, there is no automatic transmission option available with diesel engines. The 1.6L diesel engine is available only with the manual 6-speed transmission.
Q. Which safety feature is available in all three variants of the Honda Civic?
The front row airbags, front side airbags, Vehicle Stability Assist, Agile handling assist, ABS, Brake Assist, EBS, Reverse Camera, Rear parking sensors, ESS, Walk Away Lock, etc are common for all variants. The curtain airbags and Lane-watch camera are available only in ZX variants.
Q. What is the tyre size of Honda Civic sedans?
All variants of the Honda Civic have the same diamond-cut alloy wheels. The Honda Civic cars have a tyre size of 16 inches for the V and VX variants and 17 inches for the ZX variants.
Q. How much acceleration do Honda Civic variants have?
The petrol engine of the Honda Civic has an acceleration of 10.5-11 seconds to go from 0-100 kmph. The engine power is 104 ps @ 6500 rpm. The acceleration of the diesel engine is 11 seconds for 0-100 kmph. The engine has a power of 88 ps @ 4000 rpm.
Q. Is the infotainment system in the Honda Civic compatible with Apple and Android?
Yes, the infotainment system in the Honda Civic is compatible with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Q. Is the Honda Civic suitable for Indian roads?
Honda Civic has a ground clearance of 171 mm in the latest models, which is fairly good for Indian roads. It also has an acceleration and a powerful engine to ride through heavy traffic.
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