Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Impressively successful along the years, the Honda Civic reached its eighth generation into the compact class.
The new sporty version was released in 2008 at the Paris Motor Show, together with its more powerful brother, the Civic Type R. While R came from Racing, the S (Type S) stood for Sport.
Interior room was generous. Honda’s smart move was to centrally place the fuel tank under the front seat, allowing a low and flat rear floor. Thus, the cabin was roomy with impressive legroom and headroom for all occupants.
The Type S’ front seats ensured great side grip and offered a top level of comfort at the same time. Wrapped up in black Alcantara and contrast stitching, the seats nicely complemented the modern design of the cabin.
The trunk offered a decent size and could be enlarged by folding the rear seats, reaching up to 1,352 liters capacity.
Powered by either a 1.8-liter gasoline or a 2.2-liter Diesel engine, both units cranked out 140 hp. Compared to the 5-door models, the 3-door Type S had a stiffer body and a wider wheelbase for improved stability.
The 1.8-liter SOHC i-VTEC unit was previously mounted on the 5-door version of the Civic. Both engines were mated with a standard 6-speed manual gearbox, while the 6-speed automated manual transmission was optional.
Safety wise, the Type S was equipped with standard ABS, Electronic Brake Distribution, Vehicle Stability Assist, side and curtain SRS airbags and active front seat headrest to avoid the consequences of a rear-end collision.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L i-VTEC 6AT (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: | 168.3 in (4275 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/60.2 in (1,504/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.7 in (2634 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2533 lbs (1149 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 (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: | 168.3 in (4275 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/60.2 in (1,504/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.7 in (2634 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2526 lbs (1146 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 (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: | 168.3 in (4275 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/60.2 in (1,504/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.7 in (2634 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.13 cuFT (485 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2571 lbs (1166 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3858 lbs (1750 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 25.8 mpg US (9.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 160 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L i-VTEC 6MT (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: | 168.3 in (4275 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/60.2 in (1,504/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.7 in (2634 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.13 cuFT (485 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2571 lbs (1166 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3858 lbs (1750 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 156 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L i-CDTi 6MT (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): | 8.6 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: | 168.3 in (4275 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 57.5 in (1461 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/60.2 in (1,504/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.7 in (2634 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 17.1 cuFT (484 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2829 lbs (1283 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4167 lbs (1890 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 138 g/km |