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Honda Civic 8th generation, second facelift specifications

The Honda Civic 8th generation, second facelift was built from 1972 to 1979. This page lists all 10 versions (hatchback and wagon) with 59–138 hp and 104–174 Nm of torque.

59–138 hp
Power (44–103 kW)
104–174 Nm
Torque (77–128 lb-ft)
8.9–16.2 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
205 km/h
Highest top speed (127 mph)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Honda Civic 8th generation, second facelift.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW—13.2 s145 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 AT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline63 hp 47 kW104 Nm16.2 s140 km/hAutomatic, 2-speedFront wheel drive
1.2 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.2 litre gasoline63 hp 47 kW104 Nm13.3 s154 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.5 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.5 litre gasoline68 hp 51 kW———Manual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.5 AT wagon1.5 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW108 Nm——Automatic, 2-speedFront wheel drive
1.5 MT wagon1.5 litre gasoline74 hp 55 kW108 Nm——Manual, 4-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 I-SHIFT Hatchback 5-doors1.4 litre gasoline99 hp 74 kW127 Nm15 s177 km/hautomated manual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.4 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.3 litre gasoline99 hp 74 kW127 Nm13 s177 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.8 I-SHIFT Hatchback 5-doors1.8 litre gasoline138 hp 103 kW174 Nm10.9 s205 km/hautomated manual, 6-speedFront wheel drive
1.8 MT Hatchback 5-doors1.8 litre gasoline138 hp 103 kW174 Nm8.9 s205 km/hManual, 6-speedFront wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 8th generation, second facelift, hatchback and wagon.
Length3,745 mm147 in
Width1,506 mm59 in
Height1,380 mm54 in
Wheelbase2,281 mm90 in
Ground clearance165 mm6 in
Kerb weight693–1,165 kg1,528–2,568 lb
Boot space485–1,352 litres17–48 cu ft
Seats5
Turning circle10.2 m33 ft
Fuel tank42 litres11 US gal
Towing (braked trailer)up to 3,150 kg6,945 lb

Questions about the Honda Civic 8th generation, second facelift

What is the most powerful Honda Civic 8th generation, second facelift?

The 1.8 I-SHIFT hatchback 5-doors, with 138 hp (103 kW) and 174 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Honda Civic 8th generation, second facelift from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 1.8 MT hatchback 5-doors, takes 8.9 seconds; the slowest takes 16.2 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Honda Civic 8th generation, second facelift have?

Engines from 1.2 to 1.8 litres, running on gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Honda Civic 8th generation, second facelift?

About 3,745 mm long, 1,506 mm wide and 1,380 mm tall (147 in long), weighing 693–1,165 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Honda Civic generation

  1. 1st generation 1972–1979
  2. 8th generation, second facelift 1972–1979
  3. 2nd generation 1979–1983
  4. 3rd generation 1983–1987
  5. 4th generation 1987–1996
  6. 5th generation 1991–1997
  7. 6th generation 1995–1999
  8. 6th generation, facelift 1998–2002
  9. 7th generation 2000–2003
  10. 7th generation, facelift 2003–2006
  11. 8th generation 2005–2009
  12. 8th generation, facelift 2008–2012
  13. 9th generation 2011–2015
  14. 9th generation, facelift 2013–2017
  15. 10th generation 2015–2019
  16. 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.