Honda Civic 1996 1.6 VTi
Honda Civic 1996 1.6 petrol description
Sedan Honda Civic 1996 1.6 VTi has been produced from January, 1996 to October, 1998. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 160 horsepower on 7600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Honda Civic 1996 - 2001 version and torque 153 Nm (Newton metres) on 7000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 480 000 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 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Honda Civic 1996 1.6 VTi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Honda Civic 1996 1.6 VTi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Honda Civic 1996 1.6 VTi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 11 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 640 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Honda is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Honda Civic fuel consumption.
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 1996 1.6 VTi technical data
Model: | Honda Civic 1.6 VTi | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1996. January ... 1998. October | ||
Engine: | 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 160 HP ON 7600 RPM | Torque: | 153 NM ON 7000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 215 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.4 l/100km (28 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.46m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.39m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 335 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1690 kg |
Honda Civic 1996 1.6 VTi engine B16A SiR 2
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1595 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 77.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.2 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Honda Civic 1996 1.6 VTi oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
Power | 160 - 170 HP ON 7600 RPM |
Torque | 150 - 160 NM ON 7000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1989 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Honda CRX |
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All Honda Civic sedan [1996 - 2001] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Honda Civic 1996 1.4i | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Honda Civic 1996 1.4i Jan 1996 — Jul 2001 | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Honda Civic 1996 1.5i LS VTEC-E
Most fuel efficient version |
1.5 Petrol | 114 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Honda Civic 1996 1.5i LS VTEC-E Jan 1996 — Jan 2001 | 1.5 Petrol | 114 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Honda Civic 1996 1.6 VTi
Jan 1996 — Oct 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.1 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 160 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |