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Honda Civic VII Coupe 1.7i (125 Hp)
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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)
VII Coupe Overview:
Honda Civic (VII Coupe). With 154 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9 l/100km). Weighing only 1145 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.6 s). The top speed reaches 201 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.7i (125 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the best performance of the lineup with a quicker acceleration, providing a more engaging driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel efficiency, matching the automatic despite better performance due to manual control.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent reliability and durability
- • Comfortable ride quality for a compact coupe
- • Good fuel efficiency across the lineup
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Strong resale value
Cons:
- • Performance can feel uninspiring with automatic transmission
- • Interior design is somewhat bland
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
- • Rear visibility can be limited
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI Wagon: 1998 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Civic |
| Generation: | VII Coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.7i (125 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 6300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 74.9 Hp/l [13mm more] |
| Torque: | 154 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | D17A More details about the engine D17A |
| Engine displacement: | 1668 |
| 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 |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 3.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 94.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 201 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 109.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 134.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1145 |
| Max. weight: | 1590 |
| Max load: | 445 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 441 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4438 mm mm [13mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1399 mm mm [11mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2620 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1470 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| 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 |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/60 R15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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