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Honda Civic 2.0 i-VTEC Type R

General information

ModelHonda Civic 2.0 i-VTEC Type R
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving9.1 litres/100 km (25.85 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags2. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power201.00 PS (148 kW or 198 HP) at 7800 Rev. per min.
Max torque193.00 Nm (19.7 kgf-m or 142.4 ft.lbs) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1502 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space2917 litres (771 gallons)
Cargo space456 litres (120 gallons)
Optional cargo space1352 litres (357 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1344 kg (2,963.0 pounds)
Max weight with load1704 kg (3,756.7 pounds)
Towing weight1446 kg (3,187.9 pounds)
Overall length4280 mm (168.5 inches)
Overall width1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2630 mm (103.5 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
Aprox price as new EUR26930
CO2 emissions143.0 g/km
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