Honda Civic 2008 Type S 1.8i-VTEC (3 door)
Honda Civic 2008 1.8 petrol description
Hatchback Honda Civic 2008 Type S 1.8i-VTEC has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 140 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 175 Nm (Newton metres) on 4300 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 250 000 and 420 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
The engine is demanding on the quality of petrol and oil used. Use of poor quality fuel can ...
This Honda Civic 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.7 litres.
Honda Civic 2008 Type S 1.8i-VTEC has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Honda Civic 2008 Type S 1.8i-VTEC accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 205 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Honda Civic 2008 Type S 1.8i-VTEC fuel consumption is 6.8 litres per 100km (14.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Honda real everyday fuel consumption is 8.6 litres per 100 km, which is 26% 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.
Honda Civic 2008 Type S 1.8i-VTEC technical data
| Model: | Honda Civic Type S 1.8i-VTEC | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2008. January ... 2011. January | ||
| Engine: | 1799 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 160 g/km |
| Power: | 140 HP ON 6300 RPM | Torque: | 175 NM ON 4300 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 205 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 (combined) 9.1 (urban) 5.4 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.6 l/100km (27.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.27m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 485 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1750 kg | ||
Honda Civic 2008 Type S 1.8i-VTEC engine VTEC (R18A)
Engine reliability and common problems:
The engine is demanding on the quality of petrol and oil used. Use of poor quality fuel can lead to repairs of the lambda sensor and catalytic converter. The chain tensioner and the engine cushions have a rather limited resource life. Valves need adjustment every 50 000 km. But overall, the engine is easy to service and repair and is considered one of the most reliable petrol engines in its category.Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
| Engine displacement | 1799 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 87.3 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. More service info |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Honda Civic 2008 Type S 1.8i-VTEC oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.7 litres (3.9 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 140 HP ON 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 NM ON 4300 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2005 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | Honda FR-V |
All Honda Civic hatchback [2008 - 2011] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Honda Civic 2008 1.3 Type S 1.4i-VTEC
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.3 Petrol | 99 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Honda Civic 2008 1.3 Type S 1.4i-VTEC
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.3 Petrol | 99 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Honda Civic 2008 Type S 1.8i-VTEC | 1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Honda Civic 2008 Type S 1.8i-VTEC | 1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Honda Civic 2008 Type R 2.0i-VTEC
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 201 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Honda Civic 2008 Type S 2.2i-CTDi | 2.2 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |