Honda Civic 2008 1.4

Honda Civic 2008 1.3 petrol description

Hatchback Honda Civic 2008 1.4 has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2012. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.3 litres, which produces power of 99 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 127 Nm (Newton metres) on 4800 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Honda Civic 1.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.6 litres.

Honda Civic 2008 1.4 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Honda Civic 2008 1.4 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 177 km/h.

Honda Civic 2008 1.4 fuel consumption is 5.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (16.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Honda real everyday fuel consumption is 6.6 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Honda Civic fuel consumption.

Honda Civic safety

During safety testing Honda Civic has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Honda Civic is evaluated with good rate 79 from 100, children safety: good mark - 76 from 100, for pedestrian protection Honda Civic got 67 points from 100.
Honda Civic safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.

With the same engine there is also Honda Civic version with automatic gearbox (Honda Civic 2008 1.3 1.4 AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2 seconds later (in 15 seconds), but more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 5.7 litres per 100 km.
Honda Civic 2008

Honda Civic 2008 1.4 technical data

Model: Honda Civic 1.4
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2008. January ... 2012. January 
Engine: 1339 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 135 g/km
Power: 99 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 127 NM ON 4800 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 177 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.9 (combined) 7.3 (urban) 5.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.6 l/100km (35.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 50 litres (13.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.25m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Ground clearance: 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 456 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1352 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1690 kg

Honda Civic 2008 1.4 engine L13A i-VTEC 16v

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1339 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 73 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 80 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Honda Civic 2008 1.4 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.6 litres (3.8 quarts)
Power 99 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 127 NM ON 4800 RPM
Start of production (year) 2001
Duration of production 23 years
Engine also used on Honda Jazz

All Honda Civic hatchback [2008 - 2012] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Honda Civic 2008 1.3 1.4

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.3 Petrol 99 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Honda Civic 2008 1.3 1.4

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.3 Petrol 99 HP 5.7 l/100km Automatic (6)
Honda Civic 2008 1.8

Most powerfull petrol version (140 HP)

1.8 Petrol 140 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (6)
Honda Civic 2008 1.8

Most powerfull petrol version (140 HP)

1.8 Petrol 140 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (6)
Honda Civic 2008 2.2 CTDi

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds

2.2 Diesel 140 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Honda Civic 2008 reviews
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