Honda Civic 2008 1.3 i-DSi i-VTEC IMA
Honda Civic 2008 1.3 petrol description
Sedan Honda Civic 2008 1.3 i-DSi i-VTEC IMA 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 95 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 123 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-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 240 up to 410 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Honda Civic 1.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.6 litres.
Honda Civic 2008 1.3 i-DSi i-VTEC IMA has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox.
Honda Civic 2008 1.3 i-DSi i-VTEC IMA accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 185 km/h.
Honda Civic 2008 1.3 i-DSi i-VTEC IMA fuel consumption is 4.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (21.7 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Honda Civic 2008 - 2012 version, fuel consumption in city - 5.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1080 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1160 kilometers on highway.
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.

Honda Civic 2008 1.3 i-DSi i-VTEC IMA technical data
Model: | Honda Civic 1.3 i-DSi i-VTEC IMA | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2008. January ... 2012. January | ||
Engine: | 1339 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 95 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 123 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 185 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.6 (combined) 5.2 (urban) 4.3 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.50m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 390 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1675 kg |
Honda Civic 2008 1.3 i-DSi i-VTEC IMA engine L13A i-DSI 8v
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1339 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 73 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 80 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.8 : 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. More service info |
Fuel system | Injection |
Honda Civic 2008 1.3 i-DSi i-VTEC IMA oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.6 litres (3.8 quarts) More service info |
Power | 85 - 95 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 - 125 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2001 |
Duration of production | 24 years |
Engine also used on | Honda Insight |
All Honda Civic sedan [2008 - 2012] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Honda Civic 2008 1.3 i-DSi i-VTEC IMA
Most fuel efficient version |
1.3 Petrol | 95 HP | 4.6 l/100km | Automatic |
Honda Civic 2008 1.3 1.4i
Jan 2008 — Dec 2011 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
1.3 Petrol | 100 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Honda Civic 2011 1.6 i-VTEC Jan 2011 — Dec 2011 | 1.6 Petrol | 125 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Honda Civic 2011 1.6 i-VTEC Jan 2011 — Dec 2011 | 1.6 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Honda Civic 2008 1.8
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.1 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Honda Civic 2008 1.8
Most powerfull version (140 HP) |
1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |