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History
The following section is an excerpt from Wikipedia's Honda Civic page on 6 June 2017, text available via the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License.
The Honda Civic is a line of small cars manufactured by Honda. Originally a subcompact, the Civic has gone through several generational changes, becoming both larger and more upmarket and moving into the compact car segment. EPA guidelines for vehicle size class stipulate a car having combined passenger and cargo room of 110 to 119.9 cubic feet (3,110 to 3,400 L) is considered a mid-size car, and as such the tenth generation Civic sedan is technically a small-end mid-size car, although it still competes in the compact class. The Civic coupe is still considered a compact car. The Civic currently falls between the Honda Fit and Honda Accord.
The first Civic was introduced in July 1972 as a two-door model, followed by a three-door hatchback that September. With an 1169 cc transverse engine and front-wheel drive like the British Mini, the car provided good interior space despite overall small 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 Type R, Civic VTi, Civic GTi and Civic SiR/Si.
The Civic has been repeatedly rebadged for international markets, and served as the basis for the Honda CR-X, the Honda CR-X del Sol, the Honda Concerto, the first generation Honda Prelude, the Honda Civic Shuttle (later to become the Honda Orthia), and the Honda CR-V.
In Japan, as customers increasingly shifted to minivans and compact cars like Honda Fit, production of non-hybrid Civic ended in August 2010 when it no longer complied with Japanese Government dimension regulations in the width category. However, production of Civic and Civic hybrid for export markets continued.
Background
After a period of developing idiosyncratic automobiles such as the lukewarmly received domestic Honda 1300, Honda considered pulling out of automobile manufacturing altogether by the early 1970s. However, the more conventional Civic's release in 1972 immediately changed things, thanks to its economy, reliability and low cost in an era of rising fuel prices. Honda's CVCC technology helped it make it affordable, meeting 1970s and early 1980s emission standards without an expensive catalytic converter.
First generation (1972–1979) – SB1, SG, SE, VB
The first generation Honda Civic was introduced on 11 July 1972, but sold as a 1973 model in Japan. It was equipped with a 1,169 cc (71.3 cu in) four-cylinder water-cooled engine and featured front power disc brakes, reclining vinyl bucket seats, simulated wood trim on the dashboard, as well as optional air conditioning and an AM/FM radio. The Civic was available as a coupe, both a three- and a five-door hatchback, as well as a five-door station wagon. Due to the 1973 oil crisis, consumer demand for fuel efficient vehicles was high, and due to the engine being able to run on either leaded or unleaded fuel, it gave drivers fuel choice flexibility over other vehicles. The CVCC engine debuted in 1975 and had a head design that allowed for more efficient combustion, and as a benefit the CVCC system did not require a catalytic converter or unleaded fuel to meet 1975 Environmental Protection Agency emissions standards for hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide. The Civic was joined by a platform expansion of the three-door hatchback, called the Honda Accord in 1976.
Second generation (1979–1983) – SL, SS, SR, ST, VC, WD
The second generation Honda Civic was introduced in June 1979 as a 1980 model. It was larger, had a more angular shape, and came with increased engine power. All Civic engines now used the CVCC design, which added a 3rd valve per cylinder; this introduced lean burn swirl technology. The base 1335 cc ("1300") engine made 55 hp (41 kW; 56 PS), with an optional 1488 cc ("1500") engine producing 67 hp (50 kW; 68 PS). Three transmissions were offered: a four-speed manual (on base models), a five-speed manual, and a two-speed semi-automatic Honda had previously called the "Hondamatic". The second generation Civic was offered as a three-door hatchback, a four-door sedan, a five-door hatchback and a five-door wagon.
Third generation (1983–1987) – SB3, SB4, AG, AH, AJ, AK, AT, EC
The third generation was released in September 1983 for the 1984 model year. The separate five-door hatchback and wagon models were merged into a four-door "shuttle wagon" or "wagovan" sometimes referred to colloquially as a "breadbox" due to its appearance, called the Honda Civic Shuttle. An additional two-seat coupe style—labeled CRX—was introduced, noted for its compact dimensions and light weight. The third generation Civic saw the introduction of the long running four-cylinder D series engine including a new 1.5 L (91.5 cu in) CVCC engine. 1984 also saw the release of a high-performance Si model for the Japanese market, featuring upgraded suspension and the 1.6 L (97.6 cu in) DOHC ZC engine which was rated at 130 PS (118 HP). Si models were offered in the US as a 3-door Civic Si hatchback and the CRX Si variant with a 91 horsepower (68 kW) fuel-injected SOHC 12-valve engine. A 4WD engine with different transmission mounts was introduced for the first time in 1984, and later upgraded in 1987. It delivered a fuel economy of around 28 mpg highway. The 4WD system was push-button operated until improved in 1987 when the rear wheels would engage automatically once the front wheels lost traction. This new system was called "Realtime" which used a "viscous coupler" connecting two propeller shafts between the front and rear axles. The manual transmission featured a synchronized 6th gear, called "SL", or "Super-Low", which was used for high torque at very low speeds. The "Realtime" idea is still utilized to this day but includes technological improvements since the first system. Starting with 1985, Japanese Civics were now exclusive to Honda Primo, with variants sold at Honda Verno and Honda Clio. A four-door version called the Ballade was built, under agreement, by Mercedes Benz South Africa, models were 1300, 1500, 1500i, and 1600i DOHC 1.6 injection.
Fourth generation (1987–1991) – ED, EE, EF, SH
In September 1987, a redesigned Civic was introduced with increased dimensions and a lower hood line. A wide range of models and trim levels were offered for various markets around the world. The most notable of which was the Japanese market SiR (featuring the B16A DOHC VTEC engine). All U.S. models featured electronic fuel injection, but carbureted models were still available elsewhere. The fourth generation saw the introduction of a fully independent rear suspension across the entire model range. In addition, the Honda CRX continued to be part of the Civic family which included the HF, DX, and Si model in the U.S.A / four door version called the Ballade was built, under agreement, by Mercedes Benz South Africa / models were 1500 16v, 1600i 16v, and 1600i 16v DOHC. The first 800 cars produced at the then brand new Honda Plant in Aliston Ontario Canada were SE model cars. These Special Edition models included all white side molding that matched the white body and color matched dual mirrors. In the body molding was a wrap around blue stripe. Each car had interior upgrades as well as a chrome tipped exhaust.
Fifth generation (1991–1995) – EG3, EG4, EG5, EG6, EG7, EG8, EG9, EH1, EH2, EH3, EH9, EJ1, EJ2, EJ3
Introduced in September 1991 for the 1992 model year, the redesigned Civic featured increased dimensions, as well as more aerodynamic styling. The wagon variant was now only available in the Japanese market where the previous generation wagon was carried over until 1995. The efficiency of the previous HF model was replaced by the VX hatchback which, with an EPA rating of 48/55 MPG, was Honda's most fuel efficient model sold at the time. In North America the Si featured a SOHC VTEC valve train, whereas the VX featured the VTEC-E. The Japanese Si featured a DOHC non-VTEC valve train D16A9. Continuing in the sporty tradition of the original Civic SiR, Honda sold several similarly equipped variants of the fifth generation car, still referred to as the Civic SiR, in Japan, Asia, and Europe. In South Africa, MBSA (Mercedes Benz of SA) built the Civic as the Ballade only in 4dr. A special model was the 180i with the B18B4, that was fitted to Ballade models. A new bodystyle was introduced with this generation called the Civic Coupe, based from the Civic Ferio sedan, and was sold in North America, Europe and Japan. The fifth generation remains popular among tuners and racers alike.
Sixth generation (1996-2000) – EK2, EK3, EK4, EK5, EK9, EJ6, EJ7, EJ8, EJ9, EM1
Introduced in September 1995 for the 1996 model year, the sixth generation featured updated styling although less radical than previous redesigns. Suspension and engine options were available along with their first Natural Gas Powered Civic, the GX. In the US, model year 1996 to 2000 the Civic was sold under the CX, DX, EX, EXR, HX, LX, and for Canada, SE, and Si trims; all base models were made with 1.6-liter engines. The EX-CX are all SOHC (Honda D engine). The CX, DX, and LX all have D16Y7 non-VTEC engines; whereas the EX has a D16Y8 VTEC, and the HX has D16Y5 VTEC-E. The USDM Si and Canadian SiR came with a DOHC (B16A2 VTEC). The first Civic Si coupe EM1 was introduced in 1999 until 2000. Europe saw a DOHC 1.6 VTi hatch and sedan and a DOHC 1.8L engine was available for the Domani related five-door liftback and estate.
Seventh generation (2000–2005) – EM2, ES1, EP1, EP2, EP3, EP4, EV1, EU1, EU2, EU3, EU4
The seventh generation was released in September 2000, for the 2001 model year. While the redesign retained the previous generation's exterior dimensions, interior space was improved in part by using a flat rear floor thus bumping up Civic to a compact car size segment. The front suspension was changed from that of a double wishbone to a MacPherson strut, in order to lower costs, as well as allow more engine bay room for the newly introduced Honda K-series engine. Power was also increased on some trim levels. The four main trim levels were DX, LX, EX, and HX. The Civic Coupe was no longer sold in Japan starting with this generation.
In North America, coupe and sedan body styles were available, except for the Si (SiR in Canada) which was offered only as a three-door hatchback. The rest of the world received three and five-door hatchbacks. The Type R was redesigned as well this time using a more powerful i-VTEC motor and using the three-door hatchback body style. This generation saw Honda introduce their first Civic Hybrid, powered by a 1.3-liter engine.
Eighth generation (2005–2011) – FD1 FD2, FD7, FA1, FG1, FG2, FA5, FN2, MK8
The eighth generation was released in September 2005, for the 2006 model year. For the eighth generation, Honda split the model into two different platforms, one for sedan and coupe, and one for a hatchback designed primarily for the European market using a simpler rear suspension from the Honda Fit and more aggressive styling. As of 2006, a total of 16.5 million Civics had been sold worldwide, with 7.3 million of them in the United States. Although the North American and the home market model differ externally, they are mechanically identical. The hatchback is available as a three and five-door. Both Si and Type R trim levels continued although the Japanese and European Type R, while sharing the same engine size, are mechanically different. In the US, an improved, sportier version of the Civic Si 4-door tuned by tuner Mugen was offered, featuring cosmetic alterations and changes to the suspension, wheels, slight exterior differences, and exhaust system. A Canadian only Acura model received a new nameplate, changing from the Acura EL to the Acura CSX. The end of this model generation also marked the end of the Civic Type R in Japan. There is currently no Japanese Civic Type R successor.
Ninth generation (2011–2016) – FB4, FG3, FB2, FG4, FB6, FK2
On 13 December 2010, Honda unveiled a sketch of the new ninth-generation Civic which was described as "energetic, sleek and aerodynamic." Both coupe and sedan concepts were shown on 10 January 2011 at the 2011 North American International Auto Show. The production version of the ninth-generation Civic (previewed by the concept) went on sale in the U.S. on 20 April 2011. In late 2012, Honda updated its Civic model with new exterior and interior trims for the 2013 year.
Honda's Eco Assist technology is added to most models, and became the first gasoline-only powered Honda to employ such technology in North America. It is an information system to help the driver adopt a more fuel-efficient driving style, and is proven to improve fuel economy by about 10% for Honda's hybrid vehicle in Japan.
All models now come standard with ABS (Anti-Lock Brake Systems), VSA (Vehicle Stability Assistance) and EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution). Further improvements include a new multilink rear suspension to further reduce road feel on particularly battered roads and highways.
Following its launch, the new model was widely panned by the automotive press due to the poor quality of its interior and ride, and for the first time, it failed to earn a Consumer Reports recommendation. In an unprecedented move, Honda made significant interior and exterior redesigns the following year to address these issues, but market share in the compact car segment showed a marked decline from the previous generation.
Tenth generation (2016–present) – FC1, FC2, FC3, FC4, FK7, FK8
The Civic is based on an all-new Honda compact global platform.
The tenth-generation Civic features a new fastback exterior design, with the rear C-pillar flowing into the tailgate. The front of the car features a new chrome wing design that flows across the top of the headlamps.
The interior of the new Civic likewise features major design changes. Unlike the split bi-level speedometer and tachometer of its predecessor, the tenth generation Civic consolidates these instruments into a fully customisable, all digital interface incorporating a 7-inch LCD screen positioned directly behind the steering wheel and in the driver's line of sight.
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Photographer: Bill Crittenden Date: 2011 View photo of Honda Civic - 2,103KB |
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Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Massive Speed Cruise Jam 4 Date: 2009 View photo of Honda Civic - 4,404KB |
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Subject: Modified Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Date: 2011 Caption: Check out the primer car with shiny new stuff under it. This owner has their priorities sorted out. View photo of Honda Civic - 985KB |
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Photographer: Bill Crittenden Date: 2008 View photo of Honda Civic - 204KB |
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Subject: Custom Honda Civic
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Subject: Custom Honda Civic
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Subject: Modified Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Miller's Dog N Suds Cruise Night: 2 June 2008 (Ingleside, Illinois) 
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Subject: Modified Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Miller's Dog N Suds Cruise Night: 2 June 2008 (Ingleside, Illinois)
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Subject: Modified Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Miller's Dog N Suds Cruise Night: 2 June 2008 (Ingleside, Illinois)
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Subject: Modified Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Miller's Dog N Suds Cruise Night: 2 June 2008 (Ingleside, Illinois)
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Subject: Modified Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Miller's Dog N Suds Cruise Night: 2 June 2008 (Ingleside, Illinois)
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Subject: Modified Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Miller's Dog N Suds Cruise Night: 2 June 2008 (Ingleside, Illinois)
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Subject: Honda Civic Si
Source: PDPhoto.org Date: 20 August 2000 Caption: Pulling into the ZippyMart (or whatever it's called) I actually saw a raccoon scampering off into the high tech park. When I'd worked across the highway by the Spectrum I remember seeing little bunnies sometimes. In my religion these are very good things. I always get a good feeling about Irvine. Although I have trouble reconciling this with the racist, conservative, greed mentality that pervades the place. Whatever. View photo of Honda Civic Si - 62KB |
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Subject: Honda Civic Si
Source: PDPhoto.org Date: 23 August 2000 Caption: I finally got all the extra body pieces put on my car so I can put up some pictures of it. I'm thinking about getting the Jackson Racing supercharger for it. What'd ya think? 40% more horse power. View photo of Honda Civic Si - 71KB |
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Subject: Honda Civic Si
Source: PDPhoto.org Date: 23 August 2000 Caption: I finally got all the extra body pieces put on my car so I can put up some pictures of it. I'm thinking about getting the Jackson Racing supercharger for it. What'd ya think? 40% more horse power. View photo of Honda Civic Si - 67KB |
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Subject: Honda Civic Si
Source: PDPhoto.org Date: 4 November 2000 Caption: And here's the "Jon-mobile." It was a 9 hour drive from Monterey to San Diego and the Honda handled it pretty well. I guess a 50 disc CD changer would be nice. And the gratuitous lack of an adequate cup holder is disappointing. But the car is growing on me. Now I just need to find a better use for the back seat. (hint... hint...) View photo of Honda Civic Si - 54KB |
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Subject: Stanced 7th Generation Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Green Street Cruise Night: 5 June 2017
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Subject: Stanced 7th Generation Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Green Street Cruise Night: 5 June 2017
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Subject: Stanced 7th Generation Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Green Street Cruise Night: 5 June 2017
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Subject: Stanced 7th Generation Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Green Street Cruise Night: 5 June 2017
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Subject: Modified 2008 Honda Civic Mugen Si
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Massive Speed Cruise Jam 4
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Subject: Modified 2008 Honda Civic Mugen Si
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Massive Speed Cruise Jam 4
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Subject: Modified 2008 Honda Civic Mugen Si
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Massive Speed Cruise Jam 4
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Subject: Modified 2008 Honda Civic Mugen Si
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Massive Speed Cruise Jam 4
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Subject: Modified 2008 Honda Civic Mugen Si
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Event: Massive Speed Cruise Jam 4
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Subject: a-Adams School of Driving Honda Civic
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Date: 2010 View photo of a-Adams School of Driving Honda Civic - 213KB |
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Subject: Honda Civic Si
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Date: 2010 View photo of Honda Civic Si - 521KB |
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Photographer: Bill Crittenden Date: 2010 View photo of Honda Civic Si - 515KB |
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Subject: Honda Civic Type R
Photographer: Pierre-Michel Villa License: Unsplash View photo of Honda Civic Type R - 2.8MB |
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Subject: Honda Civic Type R
Photographer: Eli Walczak Location: Illinois
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Subject: Honda Civic Type R
Photographer: Eli Walczak Location: Illinois
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| January 1998 | Remote Air Bag Deployment Report Vehicle - 1998 Honda Civic LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |  PDF - 227KB - 8 pages |
| February 1998 | Remote Air Bag Deployment Report Vehicle - 1998 Honda Civic LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 269KB - 9 pages |
| July 1998 | Remote, Redesigned Air Bag Special Study 1998 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 271KB - 8 pages |
| August 1998 | Redesigned Air Bag Special Study (RABSS) SCI Technical Summary Report RABSS Vehicle - 1998 Honda Civic EX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 156KB - 10 pages |
| August 1998 | Remote Investigation of a Crash Involving a Non-available (removed) air bag 1995 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 321KB - 19 pages |
| October 1998 | Veridian On-Site Fail-to-Deploy Investigation Vehicle: 1998 Honda Civic EX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 249KB - 16 pages |
| November 1998 | Redesigned Air Bag Special Study (RABSS) SCI Technical Summary Report RABSS Vehicle - 1998 Honda Civic LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 165KB - 11 pages |
| November 1998 | Remote, Redesigned Air Bag Special Study 1998 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 492KB - 9 pages |
| classified date 1999 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 1998 Honda Civic EX, 4-door sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 42.6MB - 120 pages |
| February 1999 | Remote, Redesigned Air Bag Special Study 1998 Ford Contour (Vehicle 1) 1998 Honda Civic (Vehicle 2) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 280KB - 10 pages |
| classified date 2000 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 2000 Honda Civic EX, 2-door coupe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 34.6MB - 94 pages |
| classified date 2000 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 2000 Honda Civic LX, 4-door sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 58.6MB - 122 pages |
| February 2000 | Remote Alleged Safety-Related Defect Report Vehicle - 1999 Honda Civic LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 636KB - 11 pages |
| classified date 2001 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 2000 Honda Civic Si, 2-door coupe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4.6MB - 104 pages |
| August 2001 | Veridian On-Site Side Impact Occupant Protection System Crash 2001 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 309KB - 23 pages |
| October 2001 | On-Site Advanced Occupant Protection System Investigation Vehicle - 2001 Honda Civic LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,135KB - 15 pages |
| November 2001 | On-Site Side Impact Occupant Protection System Crash Investigation SCI Technical Summary Report Vehicle - 2001 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 243KB - 14 pages |
| classified date 2002 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 1999 Honda Civic DX-V, 4-door sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 5.9MB - 104 pages |
| classified date 2002 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 2001 Honda Civic EX, 2-door coupe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 7.3MB - 122 pages |
| July 2002 | Veridian On-Site Air Bag Deployment Investigation SCI Technical Summary Report Vehicle - 1997 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 355KB - 16 pages |
| March 2003 | On Site Child Safety Seat Investigation Vehicle - 2001 Honda Civic EX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 3,675KB - 22 pages |
| April 2003 | ODI Potential Air Bag Failure Investigation / Vehicle to Object 2002 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,951KB - 19 pages |
| June 2003 | On Site Hybrid Vehicle Investigation / Vehicle to Vehicle 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,123KB - 22 pages |
| 17 July 2003 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 124: Accelerator Control Systems 2003 Honda Civic 4 Door National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 3.4MB - 81 pages |
| 24 July 2003 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 401: Interior Trunk Release 2003 Honda Civic 4-Door National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 689KB - 22 pages |
| 8 August 2003 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 301: Fuel System Integrity 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4-Door Sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 3.2MB - 40 pages |
| 19 August 2003 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 207: Seating Systems 2003 Honda Civic DX 4 Door Sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 13.1MB - 164 pages |
| 25 September 2003 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS No. 110(Indicant): Tire Selection and Rims 2003 Honda Civic EX Passenger Car National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 921KB - 25 pages |
| March 2004 crash date | [Special Crash Investigation Case Number PN35402 Technical Report] Vehicle: 1999 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 5.9MB - 104 pages |
| April 2004 | Hybrid Vehicle Investigation / Vehicle to Object 2004 Honda Civic Hybrid National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 3,235KB - 22 pages |
| August 2004 | Calspan On-Site Alternative Fuel Vehicle Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 271KB - 16 pages |
| November 2004 | Calspan Remote Adult Air Bag Related Serious Injury Investigation Vehicle - 1996 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 126KB - 13 pages |
| classified date 2005 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 2001 Honda Civic EX, 4-door sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 7.7MB - 103 pages |
| January 2005 | Calspan On-Site Child Safety Seat Crash Investigation Vehicle: 1997 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 218KB - 15 pages |
| May 2005 | Calspan On-Site Adult Air Bag Related Fatality Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2003 Honda Civic LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 273KB - 15 pages |
| July 2005 | Child Safety Seat Investigation / Vehicle to Vehicle 2002 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,085KB - 17 pages |
| September 2005 | Combination Hybrid Vehicle Investigation/ Vehicle to Vehicle 2004 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,790KB - 21 pages |
| March 2006 | On-Site Rollover Investigation Vehicle - 2006 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,791KB - 16 pages |
| 20 April 2006 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 201: Occupant Protection in Interior Impact, Upper Interior Head Impact Protection 2006 Honda Civic 4 Door LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 5.4MB - 171 pages |
| May 2006 | Combination Child Safety Seat Investigation / Vehicle to Vehicle 1989 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2,208KB - 22 pages |
| 13 June 2006 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 214: Side Impact Protection (Indicant) 2006 Honda Civic 2-Door Coupe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 28.9MB - 121 pages |
| 21 July 2006 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 214S: Side Impact Protection (Static) 2006 Honda Civic Coupe, Passenger Car National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2.2MB - 48 pages |
| 5 September 2006 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 201: Rigid Pole Side Impact Test 2006 Honda Civic 4-Dr DX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 7.3MB - 134 pages |
| 29 October 2006 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 225: Child Restraint Anchorage Systems (Lower and Tether Anchorages) 2006 Honda Civic, Passenger Car National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4.4MB - 85 pages |
| February 2007 | Not-in-Traffic Surveillance Calspan Remote Backover Investigation Vehicle: 1997 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,283KB - 18 pages |
| February 2007 | Rollover Investigation / Vehicle v. Object 2006 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2,266KB - 13 pages |
| May 2007 | Remote Not in Traffic Surveillance Hyperthermia Investigation 2004 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2,087KB - 18 pages |
| 4 September 2007 | Vehicle Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 208, Occupant Crash Protection; FMVSS 212, Windshield Mounting; FMVSS 219, Windshield Intrustion (Partial); FMVSS 301, Fuel System Integrity 2007 Honda Civic Passenger Car National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 18.9MB - 355 pages |
| 6 September 2007 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 301: Fuel System Integrity - Rear Impact 2007 Honda Civic 4-Door Sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1.7MB - 38 pages |
| 6 September 2007 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 305: Electric Powered Vehicles: Electrolyte Spillage and Electrical Shock Protection 2007 Honda Civic 4-Door Sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2.3MB - 55 pages |
| October 2007 | Calspan Remote Air Bag Non-Deployment Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2004 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 170KB - 13 pages |
| December 2007 | Calspan On-Site Certified Advanced 208-Compliant Vehicle Crash Investigation Vehicle - 2007 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 196KB - 12 pages |
| January 2008 | Calspan On-Site Child Safety Seat Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2000 Honda Civic LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 465KB - 16 pages |
| January 2008 | On-Site Side Impact Inflatable Occupant Protection Investigation Vehicle - 2006 Honda Civic LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 632KB - 16 pages |
| April 2008 | Remote SCI/NASS Combination Side Air Bag Investigation 2007 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,116KB - 12 pages |
| May 2008 | On-Site Rollover Investigation 2006 Honda Civic LX Coupe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 3,379KB - 14 pages |
| June 2008 | On-Site Side Impact Inflatable Occupant Protection Investigation Vehicle - 2007 Honda Civic LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 494KB - 14 pages |
| August 2008 | On-Site Side Air Bag Investigation 2007 Honda Civic LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,098KB - 14 pages |
| August 2008 | Remote Not-in-Traffic Surveillance Hyperthermia Investigation 1998 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,790KB - 22 pages |
| September 2008 | Calspan On-Site Certified Advanced 208-Compliant Vehicle Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2008 Honda Civic Coupe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 559KB - 13 pages |
| November 2008 | On-Site Side Air Bag Investigation 2007 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 870KB - 15 pages |
| January 2009 | On-Site Hybrid Vehicle Investigation Vehicle - 2006 Honda Civic CVT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,826KB - 13 pages |
| February 2009 | Calspan On-Site Rollover Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2007 Honda Civic Si Coupe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 322KB - 13 pages |
| March 2009 | Calspan On-Site Side Impact Inflatable Occupant Protection System Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2007 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 273KB - 13 pages |
| April 2009 | Calspan On-Site Hybrid Vehicle Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 247KB - 13 pages |
| May 2009 | Calspan On-Site Side Impact Inflatable Occupant Protection System Crash Investigation Vehicle - 2009 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 163KB - 13 pages |
| May 2009 | On-Site Side Impact Inflatable Occupant Protection Investigation Vehicle - 2007 Honda Civic Si National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,788KB - 14 pages |
| June 2009 | ODI Driver Air Bag Non-Deployment Investigation 2001 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,637KB - 14 pages |
| July 2009 | Calspan On-Site Side Impact Inflatable Occupant Protection System Crash Investigation Vehicle 1: 2007 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 738KB - 19 pages |
| September 2009 | Calspan On-Site Hybrid Vehicle Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 957KB - 16 pages |
| November 2009 | Calspan On-Site Certified Advanced 208-Compliant Vehicle Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2006 Honda Civic Si Coupe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 761KB - 18 pages |
| December 2009 | Office of Defects Investigation Calspan On-Site Certified Advanced 208-Compliant Vehicle Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2008 Honda Civic LX National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 513KB - 15 pages |
| May 2010 | Calspan On-Site Side Impact Inflatable Occupant Protection System Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2008 Honda Civic Si Coupe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 803KB - 37 pages |
| May 2010 | On-Site Rollover Investigation Vehicle - 2008 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,110KB - 13 pages |
| 14 March 2011 | NHTSA Recall 11V176000 2011 Honda Civic Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Recall Page - 1 page |
| 14 March 2011 | Recall Notification 2011 Model Year Civic Fuel Pump Module Roll Over Valve From: Jay Joseph, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. To: Daniel C. Smith, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 589KB - 4 pages |
| 14 March 2011 | Recall/Stop Sale of 2011 Civic (2-door / 4-door) Fuel Roll-over Valve Case Crack American Honda Parts and Service Divisions NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 30KB - 1 page |
| 15 March 2011 | Safety Recall: Fuel Tank Unit Roll-Over Valve Honda NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 76KB - 2 pages |
| 16 March 2011 | Fuel Pump Module Roll Over Valve From: Jennifer Timian, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration To: Jay Joseph, American Honda Motor Co. NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 27KB - 3 pages |
| Spring 2011 | IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 18KB - 1 page |
| May 2011 | IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE American Honda Motor Company, Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 90KB - 2 pages |
| 12 May 2011 | ** UPDATE •• Request to Stop Sale 2012 Civic Fuel Leak Concern Honda NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 120KB - 4 pages |
| 16 May 2011 | NHTSA Recall 11V288000 2012 Honda Civic Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Recall Page - 1 page |
| 16 May 2011 | Recall Notification 2012 Model Year Honda Civic Fuel feed line From: Jay Joseph, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 539KB - 3 pages |
| 17 May 2011 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 126: Electronic Stability Control Systems 2011 Honda Civic National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 5.9MB - 65 pages |
| 19 May 2011 | Fuel Feed Line From: Jennifer Timian, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration To: Jay Joseph, American Honda Motor Co. NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 27KB - 3 pages |
| 20 May 2011 | Safety Recall: Fuel Line May Leak Honda NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 296KB - 8 pages |
| 16 June 2011 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 135: Light Vehicle Brake Systems 2011 Honda Civic EX-L, FWD, 4-Door Sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 14.8MB - 69 pages |
| 25 July 2011 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 48KB - 2 pages |
| 25 July 2011 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 42KB - 2 pages |
| 21 October 2011 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 45KB - 2 pages |
| 21 October 2011 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 40KB - 2 pages |
| 27 January 2012 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 172KB - 2 pages |
| 27 January 2012 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 174KB - 2 pages |
| 30 April 2012 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 142KB - 2 pages |
| 30 April 2012 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 142KB - 2 pages |
| 30 July 2012 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 82KB - 2 pages |
| 30 July 2012 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 83KB - 2 pages |
| 26 October 2012 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 180KB - 2 pages |
| 26 October 2012 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 180KB - 2 pages |
| 23 January 2013 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V176000 | PDF - 45KB - 2 pages |
| 23 January 2013 | Quarterly Recall Campaign Reporting American Honda Motor Co., Inc. NHTSA Recall 11V288000 | PDF - 45KB - 2 pages |
| Model | Automatic Transmission |
|---|---|
| 0-60 mph* | 15.1 seconds |
| 80-0 mph* | 265 feet |
| Cornering Capability* | 0.700g |
| Interior Noise @ 70mph* | 78 dBA |
| Fuel Economy* | 26.5 mpg |
| LX | |
|---|---|
| Body Type | 4-door sedan |
| Drivetrain | FF |
| Engine Type | I4 |
| Engine Displacement | 110 cu. in./1799cc |
| Valvetrain | 16-valve SOHC |
| Horsepower | 140 @ 6300 rpm |
| Torque | 128 @ 4300 rpm |
| Maximum Engine RPM | 6800 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| First Gear Ratio | 3.14 |
| First Gear MPH per 1000 RPM | 5.3 |
| Second Gear Ratio | 1.87 |
| Second Gear MPH per 1000 RPM | 8.9 |
| Third Gear Ratio | 1.24 |
| Third Gear MPH per 1000 RPM | 13.5 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio | 0.95 |
| Fourth Gear MPH per 1000 RPM | 17.6 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio | 0.73 |
| Fifth Gear MPH per 1000 RPM | 22.9 |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.29:1 |
| Front Suspension | Struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Multilink, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Brakes | ABS |
| Front Brakes | vented disc |
| Rear Brakes | drum |
| Wheelbase | 106.3" |
| Length | 176.7" |
| Width | 69.0" |
| Height | 56.5" |
| Front Track | 59.0" |
| Rear Track | 60.2" |
| Front Seat Volume | 52 cu. ft. |
| Rear Seat Volume | 39 cu. ft. |
| Trunk Volume | 12 cu. ft. |
| Tire Size | P205/55R-16 89H |
| Fuel | 87-octane gasoline |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gallons |
| Fuel Economy | 30 city/38 highway (EPA) |
| Maximum Speed | 125 mph (governor limited) |
| 0-60 MPH (C/D test) | 7.7 seconds |
| 1/4 Mile (C/D test) | 16.1 seconds @ 87 mph |
| Skidpad (300' diameter) (C/D test) | .81g |
| Braking (70-0 mph) (C/D test) | 191' |
| MSRP (Base) | $17,555 |
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|---|---|---|
| Die Cast - Racing Champions 36972 | 1995 Honda Civic | The Fast and The Furious, Series 1, 1:64 scale, modified, black |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels 28758-0910 D1 | Honda Civic Si | 2001 First Editions, small scale, red w/white graphics & "Hot Wheels" |
| Die Cast - Johnny Lightning 375-08 | '99 Honda Civic | Street Freaks: Import Heat, small scale, white hatchback |
| Die Cast - Motor Max 608000 | 2000 Honda Civic | 1:24 scale, red |
| Die Cast - Muscle Machines 71181 | '00 Honda Civic HB | Import Tuner, 1:64 scale, blue custom hatchback |
| Die Cast - Muscle Machines 71181 | '00 Honda Civic HB | Import Tuner, 1:64 scale, dark red custom hatchback |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels J3269-0916 | Honda Civic Si | 2006 First Editions, small scale, dark red 2006 |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels K7651-0917H D1 G1 | Honda Civic Si | Code Car, small scale, blue w/black & white graphics 2006 |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels M6913-0918C | Honda Civic Si | 2008 All Stars, small scale, gold w/white 2006 |
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