Honda Civic, 1983–1987
Honda Civic 3rd generation specifications
The Honda Civic 3rd generation was built from 1983 to 1987. This page lists all 28 versions (sedan, hatchback and wagon) with 54–123 hp and 82–148 Nm of torque.
- 54–123 hp
- Power (40–92 kW)
- 82–148 Nm
- Torque (60–109 lb-ft)
- 9.2–14 s
- 0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
- 190 km/h
- Highest top speed (118 mph)
All versions
From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.
| Version | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | Gearbox | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 MT Sedan | 1.2 litre gasoline | 54 hp 40 kW | — | 13.3 s | 145 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.2 MT Si hatchback 3-doors | 1.2 litre gasoline | 54 hp 40 kW | 82 Nm | 13.3 s | 145 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.3 AT Si hatchback 3-doors | 1.3 litre gasoline | 70 hp 52 kW | 105 Nm | 14 s | 155 km/h | Automatic, 3-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.3 MT Sedan | 1.3 litre gasoline | 70 hp 52 kW | — | 12.7 s | 157 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.3 MT Si hatchback 3-doors | 1.3 litre gasoline | 70 hp 52 kW | 105 Nm | 11.5 s | 157 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.3 AT Sedan | 1.3 litre gasoline | 79 hp 59 kW | 111 Nm | 11.5 s | 170 km/h | Automatic, 3-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.3 MT wagon 5 doors Shuttle | 1.3 litre gasoline | 79 hp 59 kW | 111 Nm | — | — | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 AT Sedan | 1.5 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | — | 11.3 s | 173 km/h | Automatic, 3-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 AT Si hatchback 3-doors | 1.5 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | 130 Nm | 12.4 s | 167 km/h | Automatic, 4-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 AT 4WD wagon 5 doors Shuttle | 1.5 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | — | 11.3 s | 173 km/h | Automatic, 3-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 MT Sedan | 1.5 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | — | 9.9 s | 172 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 MT Si hatchback 3-doors | 1.5 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | 130 Nm | 9.9 s | 172 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 MT 4WD wagon 5 doors Shuttle | 1.5 litre gasoline | 84 hp 63 kW | — | 9.9 s | 172 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 AT Sedan | 1.5 litre gasoline | 89 hp 66 kW | 126 Nm | 12 s | 170 km/h | Automatic, 3-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 AT wagon 5 doors Shuttle | 1.5 litre gasoline | 89 hp 66 kW | 126 Nm | 11.3 s | 173 km/h | Automatic, 3-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 MT Sedan | 1.5 litre gasoline | 89 hp 66 kW | 126 Nm | 9.5 s | 180 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 MT wagon 5 doors Shuttle | 1.5 litre gasoline | 89 hp 66 kW | 126 Nm | 9.5 s | 180 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 MT Si hatchback 3-doors | 1.5 litre gasoline | 89 hp 66 kW | 119 Nm | 9.5 s | 180 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 AT wagon 5 doors Shuttle | 1.5 litre gasoline | 99 hp 74 kW | 129 Nm | 10.2 s | 185 km/h | Automatic, 3-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 AT Sedan | 1.5 litre gasoline | 99 hp 74 kW | 129 Nm | 10 s | 190 km/h | Automatic, 3-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 AT Si hatchback 3-doors | 1.5 litre gasoline | 99 hp 74 kW | 130 Nm | 10 s | 190 km/h | Automatic, 3-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 MT wagon 5 doors Shuttle | 1.5 litre gasoline | 99 hp 74 kW | 129 Nm | 9.2 s | 185 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 MT Sedan | 1.5 litre gasoline | 99 hp 74 kW | 129 Nm | 9.2 s | 185 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.5 MT Si hatchback 3-doors | 1.5 litre gasoline | 99 hp 74 kW | 130 Nm | 9.2 s | 185 km/h | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.6 MT Si hatchback 3-doors | 1.6 litre gasoline | 123 hp 92 kW | 148 Nm | — | — | Manual, 5-speed | Front wheel drive |
| 1.3 MT Sedan | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.5 AT wagon 5 doors Shuttle | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 1.5 MT wagon 5 doors Shuttle | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 3,990 mm | 157 in |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 1,630 mm | 64 in |
| Height | 1,385 mm | 55 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 96 in |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm | 6 in |
| Kerb weight | 760–890 kg | 1,676–1,962 lb |
| Seats | 5 | |
| Fuel tank | 46 litres | 12 US gal |
Questions about the Honda Civic 3rd generation
What is the most powerful Honda Civic 3rd generation?
The 1.6 MT si hatchback 3-doors, with 123 hp (92 kW) and 148 Nm of torque.
How fast is the Honda Civic 3rd generation from 0 to 100 km/h?
The quickest version, the 1.5 MT wagon 5 doors shuttle, takes 9.2 seconds; the slowest takes 14 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.
What engines does the Honda Civic 3rd generation have?
Engines from 1.2 to 1.6 litres, running on gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.
How big is the Honda Civic 3rd generation?
About 3,990 mm long, 1,630 mm wide and 1,385 mm tall (157 in long), weighing 760–890 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.
Every Honda Civic generation
- 1st generation 1972–1979
- 8th generation, second facelift 1972–1979
- 2nd generation 1979–1983
- 3rd generation 1983–1987
- 4th generation 1987–1996
- 5th generation 1991–1997
- 6th generation 1995–1999
- 6th generation, facelift 1998–2002
- 7th generation 2000–2003
- 7th generation, facelift 2003–2006
- 8th generation 2005–2009
- 8th generation, facelift 2008–2012
- 9th generation 2011–2015
- 9th generation, facelift 2013–2017
- 10th generation 2015–2019
- 11th generation 2021–present
Honda Civic overview: current engines, dimensions and markets
Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.