Honda Civic 1997 Hatchback
Allegedly it was one a a few hand built in Japan, it has never had a engine or clutch problem, it retains the same clutch from new. I have owned it from new 30 Noveember 1997. Today the paint is fading, it was suggested today, 21 November 2023 Brindley Honda Cannock who sold me the car wish to use it for a Honda Marketing campaign.
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This generation of Honda Civic has been produced from January, 1997 to December, 2002. We can provide information about 7 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Honda is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 1.8 litres and power of from 90 to 170 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 2.0 litres and power of 105 HP.
The car is available with both manual (5 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.
Honda Civic 1997 hatchback average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.6 to 9.1 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 5.3 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Honda Civic 1997 hatchback petrol engine version is Honda Civic 1.5i VTEC-E, consuming 6.6 litres per 100km.
Honda Civic 1997 hatchback CO2 emissions are from 162 to 184 grams per kilometer. Honda Civic version with the lowest CO2 emissions is Honda Civic 1.5i VTEC-E, which produces 162 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 8.3 seconds has Honda Civic 1.8i VTi version, conversely the tardiest one is Honda Civic 1.4i reaching this speed only in 14.4 seconds. The maximum top speed is 223 km/h for the 1.8 petrol 4-cylinder 170 hp version (Honda Civic 1.8i VTi).
Lenght of Honda Civic is 432 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Honda Civic is about 3 cm longer than Toyota Corolla hatchback, but 16 cm shorter than Opel Vectra. Honda Civic gross weight is from 1520 to 1720 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 10 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Honda Civic trunk space is 375 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 835 litres.
This Honda is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 850 €. According to user reviews, average Honda Civic repair costs are 75 € per year. Users calculated Honda Civic 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2000 € cost per year and 0.19 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 56%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 26% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Honda Civic for your situation and driving habits here! Our review authors managed to sell their Honda Civic in average time of 1 weeks. Below you will find more detailed information about Honda Civic prices and costs.
In user reviews Honda Civic received average grade 8.3 (from 10) - better than average rate for same years cars (7.6). All authors of reviews would recommend Honda Civic to the friend.
Honda Civic modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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| Honda Civic 1997 1.4i Mar 1997 — Oct 2001 | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Honda Civic 1997 1.4i Mar 1997 — Mar 2001 | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Honda Civic 1997 1.5i VTEC-E
Mar 1997 — Mar 2001 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.5 Petrol | 114 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Honda Civic 2000 1.6i
Jan 2000 — Jun 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 115 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Honda Civic 1997 1.6i Mar 1997 — Oct 1998 | 1.6 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Honda Civic 1997 1.8i VTi
Mar 1997 — Oct 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Honda Civic 1997 2.0D | 2.0 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Honda Civic safety
During safety testing Honda Civic has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Honda Civic is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Honda Civic got two stars.
Honda Civic prices
Honda Civic 1997 - 2002 hatchback price in Latvia is from 400 € to 1700 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Honda Civic price is below average - Honda Civic is approximately for 22 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 1997 - 2002 prices). Despite of relatively low price Honda Civic quality is above average (see below), so this Honda can be a good buy.
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic 2001 price | 500 € | 900 € | 1700 € | |
| Honda Civic 1999 price | 500 € | 800 € | 1400 € | |
| Honda Civic 1998 price | 400 € | 900 € | 1500 € | |
| Honda Civic 1997 price | 400 € | 800 € | 1300 € |
Honda Civic total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Honda Civic? Users calculated Honda Civic 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2000 € cost per year and 0.19 € cost per one kilometer.
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Honda Civic reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Honda Civic reliability is average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2013 defects were detected in an average of 27 percent of Honda Civic of this generation (on average 14 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 27.6%.
Honda Civic 1997 hatchback features (options)
Percentage of Honda Civic with corresponding feature (option)
58% Adjustable steering wheel
57% Metallic paint
48% Sunroof
17%
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Honda Civic reviews
Total 24 Honda Civic owner reviews
Pros: Allegedly it was one a a few hand built in Japan, it has never had a engine or clutch problem, it retains the same clutch from new. I have owned it from new 30 Noveember 1997. Today the paint is fading, it was suggested today, 21 November 2023 Brindley Honda Cannock who sold me the car wish to use it for a Honda Marketing campaign.
Cons: None to my knowledge
| Purchase year: | 1997 new car) | Owned for | 70`000 kilometers (26 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend