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Honda Civic VIII Sedan 1.6 i-VTEC (125 Hp)
Overall Rating
Honda Civic:
The Honda Civic is a series of automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1972. As of 2023, the Civic is positioned between the Honda Fit/City and Honda Accord in Honda's global passenger car line-up. It is one of the best-selling automobiles in history, with over 27 million units sold through 2021.
The first-generation Civic was introduced in July 1972 as a two-door fastback sedan, followed by a three-door hatchback that September. With a 1,169 cc transverse engine and front-wheel drive, the car provided good interior space despite its small overall dimensions. Initially gaining a reputation for being fuel-efficient, reliable and environmentally friendly, later iterations have become known for performance and sportiness, especially the Civic Si, SiR, and Type R versions. It is currently in its eleventh generation, which has been produced since 2021....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VIII Sedan Overview:
Honda Civic (VIII Sedan). With 152 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1174 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.3 s). The top speed reaches 197 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 i-VTEC (125 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a balanced performance with adequate power for daily driving, though not particularly sporty. The i-VTEC system provides a smooth power delivery.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for its class, making it a cost-effective choice for mixed driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Honda reliability and build quality
- • Spacious and practical interior for a compact sedan
- • Good range of efficient and capable i-VTEC engines
- • Comfortable ride quality suitable for long journeys
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating for its generation
Cons:
- • Interior design might feel dated compared to newer rivals
- • Some engine variants lack spirited performance
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
- • Automatic transmissions can dull driving engagement
- • Hybrid variant's battery longevity can be a concern for older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VIII Hatchback 5D: 2009 - 2011).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Civic |
| Generation: | VIII Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 i-VTEC (125 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2011 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 78.4 Hp/l [290mm more] |
| Torque: | 152 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | R16A1 More details about the engine R16A1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1595 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 197 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 106.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 129.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1174 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 389 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4545 mm mm [290mm more] |
| Width: | 1750 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Height: | 1435 mm mm [25mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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