Honda Civic VIII - model description. How to buy the eighth generation Honda Civic Technical features of the Honda Civic VIII

The eighth-generation Civic is two in one. Well, tell me, where else can I find a model in which the sedan and hatchback are so different from each other? This dissimilarity is explained by the fact that the design of the sedan and hatchback was created by different designers - Motoaki Minova and Manabu Konaka, respectively. Both of them finished their work in 2003, but body modifications entered the assembly line only in 2005.

Of course, the “five-door” has a more futuristic appearance and, compared to its strict European classmates, seems like just a spaceship. The sedan also smells of Japanese high-tech much stronger than its rivals, but next to the hatchback it looks much softer and less aggressive.

Versions of the model were assembled all over the world; in total, a dozen and a half factories were involved. A hatchback with the factory designation 5D was brought to us from a factory in England, and sedans came from Japan until 2008, after which the “four-door” settled on Turkish shores.

The cars had quite a few engines, but only two of them were officially supplied to Russia - a 1.8-liter gasoline engine with a power of 140 "horses", equipped with mechanical or robotic box transmission The alternative 2-liter unit was installed only on the “charged” version of the hatchback with three doors and the Type-R index. It came with a non-alternative “mechanics”.

It is also necessary to mention hybrids equipped with a 1.3-liter engine and an electrical system paired with a CVT, which were imported to our country mainly from the USA. Plus, a very small number of hatchbacks with a 2.2 liter diesel engine came to us from Europe.

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Engine

From sports car They rarely require silence, but the 2.0-liter 201-horsepower unit is “noisy” even up to 3,000 rpm, when there is neither the opportunity nor the desire to drive. The Type-R quickly makes it clear that the first- not true, but the secondnot for long- the passenger will instantly begin to feel seasick.

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Transmission

Due to the rigid suspension on the Type-R, which does not allow either longitudinal or lateral swings, even the driver begins to feel motion sick. The ragged rhythm of movement especially emphasizes the lack of smoothness. When adjusting the suspension, Honda engineers didn’t even think about it...

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Suspension

There is also a problem with another expensive component - the electric power steering rack. Very often it starts knocking, but even during the warranty period the owners were refused replacement or repair - a design feature, dealers assured. The specification specifies permissible backlashes that do not affect safety or control. But it is imperative to diagnose the rack, because a new one costs truly astronomical money. If, when turning the steering wheel, you hear not a knock, but a creaking sound, it’s time to change the support bearings. Most often, this should be done at approximately 80,000 km. The lower arm in the front suspension can withstand the same amount. But not everything is so sad under the bottom: the shock absorbers, for example, are extremely reliable. They can withstand 150,000 – 200,000 km on normal roads with flying colors. Brake pads change approximately every 30,000 km, and brake discs - every 60,000 km.

Body and interior

Civic interior- like the scenery from a science fiction film about alien invaders. But the one who is at the helm of the Civic does not need to have a dozen tentacles or perfect telekinesis: Honda designers made sure that everything the pilot needs is within half-bent arm's distance of him.

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Electrical equipment

Maintenance costs from official dealers

And don’t forget that dealers offer discounts on work for out-of-warranty machines in the amount of 25-40% and 10-15% on spare parts. Prices for some spare parts

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A futuristic design for its time, a sporty image and a relatively low price - all this is about the eighth generation Honda Civic hatchback. It is not surprising that even now, when Japanese cars have long since moved from the category of new to the category of used ones, the demand for them is steadily high. Potential buyers are also attracted by traditional Japanese reliability.

The first car called Civic was released in 1972. Buyers liked the hatchback, which predetermined the fate of the Civic - the model became truly legendary and has now replaced the tenth generation, having sold several million copies around the world. If we talk directly about the eighth generation Civic, it debuted in 2005. The car was offered in a hatchback body and a sedan body, which was no less popular in our country. The latter, however, does not look so stunning in appearance.

Typical problems and malfunctions

The formation of cracks and rubbing of the paintwork is the main body problem of the “eighth” Civic. At the same time, if we talk about the Civic with a hatchback body, the car is not prone to corrosion. In the case of an accident-free past, only the bottom of the car is covered with a red coating. But with so little ground clearance and, accordingly, constant contact of the bottom with stones is no wonder. Things are worse with the sedan. Rust spots on the trunk lid, wheel arches and door frames are common here. As for the chrome parts on the body, they become equally cloudy on both the hatchback and the sedan.

One more typical problem Honda Civic 8 - wipers. Due to oxidation of the contacts on the windshield wiper motor, they can freeze at any point windshield. Official dealers in this case, they suggest changing the motor assembly, which is not cheap. But there is another way out - for much less money, clean the motor contacts at any service center. There are no complaints about the Civic's electrics.

The interior decoration of the Honda Civic 8 is not inferior to the futuristic appearance. But you can’t count on high-quality expensive finishing materials. Hard plastic starts to creak over time. And given that the Civic has a fairly stiff suspension, extraneous sounds in the cabin will be a constant companion on the road. Therefore, Civic owners, knowing about this problem, completely disassemble and reassemble the interior, having previously laid a special seal between the plastic panels. As for the Civic seats, they are good not only in appearance, but also in terms of wear resistance. This is especially true for fabric seats.

Engine and gearbox

A common engine for those presented on Russian market Civic is a 1.8 liter petrol power unit. Due to a number of design features, this engine is heat-loaded, which means that it is prone to overheating. So you will have to constantly monitor the condition of the cooling system. Adding to the problems is the fact that failures of the radiator, thermostat or coolant sensor on the Civic happen more often than we would like. If it gets to the point of overheating, then you will have to carry out expensive repairs to the damaged cylinder head.

Civic owners are afraid of strong engine vibrations idle speed. But this is nothing more than a feature of the work caused by design features engine. Revolutions idle speed it has unusually low speeds of about 600 rpm. If the starter fails, you don’t have to rush to buy a new part. First you should try to replace the solenoid relay, which will be cheaper. You should also be prepared for the fact that after a run of 150 thousand kilometers, the crankshaft and camshaft oil seals leak. The oil seals themselves cost pennies, but the same cannot be said about the cost of replacing them.

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The manual transmission on the Honda Civic does not cause problems. But when you buy a car with a robotic gearbox, you automatically sign up to solve many problems yourself. The “robot” Civic doesn’t like active driving, nor does it like standing in traffic jams for long periods of time. There were cases when the first problems with such a box began after a run of 20 thousand kilometers. But even if we assume that the purchased Civic was operated in ideal conditions, this still will not save you from changing the transmission oil every 40 thousand kilometers. In a word, if you don’t want to change gears yourself, then it’s better to look for a Civic with a sedan body and a classic automatic transmission. There are no complaints about its reliability.

Transmission

The steering rack is another weak link Japanese car. It begins to creak when turning the steering wheel and rattle when driving over bumps after a mileage of 40-50 thousand kilometers. While the Civic was under warranty, the rack was replaced free of charge. Nowadays, the plastic bushing on the rack shaft, which wears out the fastest, is something that owners of Japanese cars have to replace at their own expense. The steering tips are also not particularly durable. On average, they have to be changed every 80 thousand kilometers.

But the suspension of the Honda Civic 8 is considered a model of reliability. Ball joints here “almost eternal.” The remaining “consumables” can withstand about 100 thousand kilometers. Although in the case of the Civic, adjusting this figure downward will not be difficult. On cars with low-profile tires, the suspension lasts less. But this is not the fault of the car, but of the home-grown racers who profess active style driving and not burdening themselves with slowing down in front of broken sections. The only really disappointing thing about the Civic's suspension is the support bearings of the struts. Their service life, regardless of the owner’s care, rarely exceeds 30 thousand kilometers.

Exemplary Japanese reliability - in the case of the eighth generation Honda Civic, this is rather an attempt at wishful thinking. Weaknesses There's not enough in the design of a Japanese car, which is somewhat disappointing. You can also be disappointed in the Civic because, despite its stunning design, in motion it is an ordinary golf-class hatchback. The Civic drives no more interesting than its many classmates. Rather, on the contrary - too stiff a suspension, low comfort when driving on broken roads can make you look in the direction of others more comfortable cars. However, all this in no way can reduce demand for the Civic, which is selling and buying very well.

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25.04.2017

Honda Civic is a very popular Honda car. Honda Civic is a representative of the golf class and has been produced since 1972.

In Honda's lineup, the Civic sits behind the small Fit/Jazz and ahead of the larger Accord. The main competitors of the model are Toyota Corolla, Citroen C4, Kia Ceed/Cerato, Mazda 3, Hyundai Elantra, Opel Astra, Ford Focus, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Almera/Pulsar/Sentra, Volkswagen Golf/Jetta, Subaru Impreza and other similar C class cars.

Throughout life cycle Civic car generations changed many times, and engines changed at the same time. In this article, we will look at the engines that were installed on the eighth and ninth generation of cars.

ENGINE HONDA R18A

The Honda R18A engine was released in 2006 and was first used for the eighth model of the Honda Civic. The R18 engine was designed to replace the outdated D17 engines in particular, and the D series in general. The timing drive is based on a chain, but the design of the cylinder head has not changed, the same sixteen-valve one camshaft SOHC, added an intelligent variable valve timing system iVTEC.

The engine is characterized by the presence of an intake manifold with variable geometry (with two modes); there are no hydraulic compensators, which dictates the need for timely adjustment of the valves. A year after the start of production, the engine was modified and a larger-volume analogue was released, which received the R20A index. It has already been used on cars that are superior in class to the Civic. There are very few direct modifications of the Honda R18A engine and we can only name the R18A1, a variation created for the Japanese and North American markets, and the R18A2 analogue for Europe. From a technical point of view, these variations completely repeat each other. Technically the motors are identical.

When it comes to weaknesses As for the Honda R18A engine, the following is usually noted. The engine often knocks. As a rule, the problem is in the adsorber, and specifically in its valve, and this is a normal situation. On Civic models, knocking can occur due to valves, so they need to be adjusted in a timely manner.

It happens that owners of cars with an R18A engine complain about extraneous noise. The culprit may be the drive belt, the tensioner of which may wear out prematurely. In this case, to get rid of extraneous sounds, you just need to replace the part. Sometimes vibrations occur. Vibrations when the engine is not warmed up are normal. If vibrations occur even after the engine warms up, and are even noticeable, this is a reason to check the supports.

It should also be noted that the engine loves high-quality fuel and oil; if this requirement is not met, the lambda probe, catalyst and variable valve timing system may die for a long time. In general, the Honda R18A engine is quite reliable and, if properly maintained, can last a long time without causing any trouble to the owner.

ENGINE HONDA K20A (Z)

In 2001, the Honda K20 engine was introduced to the public; it served as the successor to the B20, H22, and F20. The engine opened the K series, being a representative of in-line four-cylinder engines. The engine timing drive is a chain drive, the chain itself has a good service life. The engine is characterized by an intake manifold with variable geometry.

The engine has a twin-shaft cylinder head and an intelligent variable valve timing system. But there are no hydraulic compensators, so timely adjustment of the valves is required. The engine was periodically modified, which led to the existence of various versions, both simple and sports types. After 2007, the engine was replaced with the brand new R20. The engine was periodically modified, thanks to which there are several modifications on the market with different power characteristics.

Like any engine, the K20 is not without its weaknesses. Among the most common are the following. The engine knocks, most often this is due to a worn exhaust camshaft that needs to be replaced. Knocking can also occur due to unadjusted valves. Oil may leak, most often the cause is the front crankshaft oil seal, which requires replacement.

ENGINE HONDA K24A

Engines with the K24 index became a replacement for the F23 engines, and they were created on the basis of the two-liter K20, through the installation of a crankshaft with an increased piston stroke. In addition, the developers increased the height of the cylinder block and also increased the diameter of the pistons, although only slightly. The timing belt has a chain, and in some variations there are balancer shafts.

Also, some models are characterized by the presence of an intake with variable geometry, but there are no hydraulic compensators, which requires owners to periodically adjust the valves. Naturally, like many popular engines, the K24 has a significant amount various modifications with different power ratings.

Among the most common engine malfunctions, the following are noted. The engine knocks, most often this is due to a worn exhaust camshaft that needs to be replaced. Knocking can also occur due to unadjusted valves. Oil may leak, most often the cause is the front crankshaft oil seal, which requires replacement.

From time to time the speed may start to fluctuate, to fix this you need to clean it. throttle valve and idle air valve. In addition, it happens that vibrations occur due to worn engine mounts or a stretched timing chain. Otherwise the engine is good. You just need to provide it with proper care and use high-quality oil and fuel.

1) Reliability. NOTHING broke. The engine hydraulic mount was worn out, vibration started when cold, I replaced the mount at 100 thousand km, but this can hardly be considered a defect, the mileage was already decent and, in principle, it was possible to drive without changing it. It should be noted that with a mileage of 45,000 km there was the last maintenance (perhaps some replacements were carried out as part of the maintenance). but even taking this into account, I think that this car can be given 10 points for reliability. I've heard a lot about problems with the steering rack, but not from my car.
2) Controllability. also 10 points. you feel very confident on the road. Of course, on bad roads it is better to drive something taller, for example a Hyundai IX-35, but in comparison with its classmates, the Civic is definitely good. I had experience driving on the highway in icy conditions, a snowstorm with sweeping roads, a rainstorm with a flooded track and in other not very pleasant conditions, but the Civic was rushing everywhere and I was always confident in it
3) Dynamics. excellent coordinated operation of the engine, I-VTEC system and automatic transmission (5 speed) gives good dynamics and excitement from driving a Civic. In general, you need to pay closer attention to your speed, the car provokes you to drive fast, there were a lot of fines compared to previous cars (there were none on them at all). I recommend installing a radar detector)
4) appearance. the main advantage for which the car was purchased, then it fades into the background when you find out about the other advantages. Without a doubt, the car attracts the eye, especially the female one. I myself have never been able to leave the parking lot without looking back at it)
5) exterior. everything is done very beautifully inside, dashboard divided into 2 levels, a convenient digital speedometer, all instruments in their places.
6) gasoline consumption. I think that for such dynamics the consumption is low (in the city no more than 9, on the highway no more than 7.5).
7) unpretentiousness to gasoline. It eats 92nd gasoline from any gas station, there were situations when it was necessary to refuel in dubious places, but this did not in any way affect the behavior of the car. After such a refueling, the Golf once refused to go more than 3000 rpm, I had to vomit along the highway, slowly producing low-quality gasoline.
8) excellent factory xenon. It shines far, the only thing missing is height adjustment.

1) Rigid suspension. although taking into account the ground clearance it cannot be different. your bottom must be ready to endure all the unevenness of Russian roads together with the car.
2) Actually the clearance itself. I didn’t even consider forays into nature, off-road, and so on and didn’t risk it. There were problems even in normal city conditions, especially in winter. I had to move carefully, periodically swearing after the next contact of the bottom with the harsh Russian reality. It is better to park backwards, although if there are 2 or more passengers behind you, there is a risk of catching a high curb with the exhaust pipes.
In fact, I drove the Civic everywhere other cars went, it's just that if you are an average thrifty owner (like me), you need to drive a little more carefully and carefully than in another car.
The consequence of low ground clearance is uncomfortable getting into the car, so this is not a suitable option for tall and overweight people, as well as for families with small children.
3) interior finishing materials. hard plastic (compared to golf) and, as a result, regular crickets in winter. The material on the armrest on the driver's door quickly wears out, so it's better to keep both hands on the steering wheel) The steering wheel in the Executive is leather, wear-resistant, for 120 t.km. mileage there were no obvious signs of use.
4) music. not very good and clear sound from the speakers, radio antenna reception is weak, frequent interference. Incomprehensible PI SEEK indication when turning on the next radio station, until the indication disappears, the radio station does not turn on for several seconds.
5) paintwork. weak, scratches very easily

Frankly, I approached writing this article very reluctantly. Collecting information is a very tedious task. Especially when the good weather outside has returned to normal, and a full tank of 95 in the car incites you to anneal. And yet, I succeeded. I managed to overcome natural laziness and craving for the above temptations. Read on to find out what came out of this.

There are two main directions in the development of the Honda Civic 8 - North America, where there are a 2-door coupe and an American 4-door sedan, and the rest of the world (including the markets of Japan, Europe, Asia and Oceania), where 4-door sedans and acclaimed futuristic design 3 and 5 door hatchbacks.

The names of the trim levels may vary even within a region, although the cars are an absolute copy of each other. Therefore, it makes sense to classify Honda Civic varieties not by the name of the configuration, but by their technical features. Today, let's start the review with the “Europeans”.

hatchback 5D

0-100 km, sec
1.4 i-DSI
S, SE FK1 L13A7 82 @ 5700 119 @ 2800 14.6mt
16.1i-shift
1.8 i-VTEC
SE, Sport, ES, EX FK2 R18A2 140 @ 6300 174 @ 4300 8.9mt
10.4i-shift
2.2 i-CTDi
SE, Sport, ES, EX FK2 N22A2 140 @ 4000 340 @ 2000 8.6mt

Modification Chassis model Engine Power, hp Torque, Nm Acceleration
0-100 km, sec
1.4 i-DSI
Type S FN1 L13A7 82 @ 5700 119 @ 2800 14.6mt
1.8 i-VTEC
Type S, Type S GT FN1 R18A2 140 @ 6300 174 @ 4300 8.9mt
2.2 i-CTDi
Type S, Type S GT FN1 N22A2 140 @ 4000 340 @ 2000 8.6mt
2.0 DOHC i-VTEC
Type R, Type R GT (Plus) FN2 K20Z4 201 @ 7800 193 @ 5600 6.7mt

Modification Chassis model Engine Power, hp Torque, Nm Acceleration
0-100 km, sec
1.4 Hybrid i-DSI + IMA
ES, EX FD3 LDA+MF5 113 (95) @ 6000 225 (123) @ 4600 12.1cvt
1.3 Hybrid i-DSI + IMA
Comfort, Elegance FD3 LDA+MF5 113 (95) @ 6000 225 (123) @ 4600 12.1cvt
1.8 i-VTEC
Comfort, Sport, Elegance, Executive FD1 R18A2 140 @ 6300 174 @ 4300 8.9mt
10.6i-shift

• 1.4 i-DSI / 1.4 i-VTEC
• 1.3 Hybrid i-DSI + IMA
• 1.8 SOHC i-VTEC
• 2.0 DOHC i-VTEC
• 2.2 i-CTDi

The most popular engine for the 8th generation Honda Civic is rightfully considered the 1.8 i-VTEC engine, which was developed specifically and only for the Honda Civic. The 16-valve, single camshaft and SOHC i-VTEC gas distribution system produces 140 hp.

The most environmentally friendly among European Honda Civics is the Civic Hybrid with power plant 1.3 i-DSI + IMA. The Honda Civic Hybrid is available as a 4-door sedan and is equipped with a 1.3-liter engine with an updated 3-stage i-VTEC gas distribution system. The electric component of the car adds 95 hp to the gasoline ones. another 20 forces and, in addition, significantly increases torque. It is worth noting that the specifications of British and Japanese hybrids include a 1.4-liter engine, although the nominal volume of 1339 cm3 is identical to the 1.3 version. The car consumes about 5 liters of fuel in the combined cycle. In some countries (in central Europe, including Britain, Germany, France, Spain, Italy), the hybrid is the only representative of the Honda Civic sedan, and in Russia and the CIS countries this car not for sale.

The European Honda Civic line is completed by a platform based on the 2.2 i-CTDi turbocharged diesel engine, which was previously installed on the CR-V and Accord models. The diesel version of the Honda Civic is also not supplied to Russia and the CIS countries.

If the platforms of the 8th Honda Civic are quite easy to understand, then in combination with the trim levels the list of varieties increases many times over. And we have provided for this. Therefore, we mentioned body types, looked at platforms, and now let’s quickly go through the trim levels - it is the combination of these three factors that form the peculiarity of an individual Honda Civic. Think of the aforementioned platforms along with the body style as the body, and the trim options as the clothes, such as affordable, luxury, sport or casual.

For example, in Europe S is basic equipment, which is equipped only with the 1.4 i-DSI engine. Richer SE, Sport, ES, EX trim levels are available for five-door hatchbacks with 1.8 i-VTEC and 2.2 i-CTDi engines. Comfort, Sport, Elegance, Executive/EX – types of trim levels for European sedans, including Honda Civic Hybrid.

The Type S stands apart. The Honda Civic Type S is available only in a three-door version. In addition to the absence of rear doors, it differs from its 5-door counterparts in its stiffer suspension and 20 mm larger track. rear wheels and other technical nuances. Exterior elements were borrowed from the older Honda Civic Type R, and after restyling the Honda Civic in 2009, the radiator grille was also inherited from the Type R. In other words, a civilian hatchback with elements of the Type R.

The Type R itself doesn't need any special introduction. It is only worth mentioning that the European Honda Civic Type R, like the Type S, is presented in a three-door hatchback body and has the same features that characterize a 3-door hatchback body. Of course, the Type R version has many more features, and the most important of them is the sonorous 200-horsepower two-liter naturally aspirated DOHC i-VTEC.

The variety of Japanese versions of the Honda Civic looks rather meager in comparison with “Europe,” although before the 8th generation the situation was inversely proportional.

sedan 4D

Modification Chassis model Engine Power, hp Torque, Nm Acceleration
0-100 km, sec
1.4 Hybrid i-DSI + IMA
MXB, MX FD3 LDA+MF5 95 @ 6000 123 @ 4600 12.1cvt
1.8 i-VTEC
S, GL, B, G FD1 R18A 140 @ 6300 174 @ 4300 8.9mt
2.0 DOHC i-VTEC
GL FD2 K20Z2 155 @ 6000 188 @ 4500
2.0 DOHC i-VTEC
Type R FD2 K20A 225 @ 8400 215 @ 6100 6.3mt

• 1.4 Hybrid i-DSI + IMA
• 1.8 SOHC i-VTEC
• 2.0 DOHC i-VTEC (155 hp)
• 2.0 DOHC i-VTEC (225 hp)

A special feature of the Japanese Honda Civic line is the presence of several versions with two-liter DOHC i-VTEC engines. The first, absolutely civilian version of the two-liter version is 2.0 GL with 155 hp. Despite the presence of an additional camshaft and a larger engine volume, it is not much more powerful than the modification with 1.8 i-VTEC. The Honda Civic 2.0 GL shares the same chassis (FD2) with the Japanese Type R, but unlike the latter, it is designed exclusively for comfortable movement.

The Japanese Honda Civic Type R is the “juiciest fruit” in the 8th generation Honda Civic family. Just like the European Type R, it doesn’t need any special introduction. This is the fastest Honda Civic to date, if you do not take into account the modified versions from Mugen (,).

The main difference between the American Honda Civic line is the absence, as in Japan, of hatchbacks and the presence of coupe versions. The 8th Honda Civic coupe lives neither in Europe, nor in Japan, nor in any other region. Therefore, if this car is the only thing that interests you, you already know where to look for it.

sedan 4D

The picture shows the American version of the 4D sedan on the left

• 1.3 Hybrid i-DSI + IMA
• 1.8NGV
• 1.8 SOHC i-VTEC
• 2.0 DOHC i-VTEC

The hottest car on the American market is the Honda Civic Si. In the 8th generation, Si is available in two variations - Si sedan and, although the latter is considered a more traditional option. In terms of power, the American “red head” is comparable to the European Type R in a hatchback body, and in terms of handling and design features it is closer to the Japanese Type R in a sedan body.

Otherwise, American Honda Civics, with the exception of some exterior features and trim levels, are identical to their counterparts from Europe and Japan. The same hybrid, the same 1.8-liter i-VTEC. As for the configurations, the DX version and its derivatives DX-VP, DX-G are considered the most budget-friendly. Further in ascending order LX, LX-S (in Canada - Sport) EX, EX-L. All listed configurations are available for both sedans and coupes.

Rest assured, we've covered all the options for the Honda Civic. I have no doubt that you can come across other names for the configurations. For example, in Australia, 1.8-liter sedans are produced under the names VTi, VTI-L, and five-door hatchbacks are called Honda Civic Si. A play on words and nothing more, but this concept of the model does not bother us at all.

Based on materials from procivic.ru