Especificaciones y análisis del Honda Civic
Power
140HP
Torque
174Nm
Consumption
6.5l/100
Emissions
152g/km
0-100 km/h
10.4s
Top Speed
205km/h
Weight
1280kg
Price
21,800€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
485 L
50 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Honda Civic 5p 1.8 i-VTEC Sport i-Shift · 140 CV (2008-2009)
General description
The eighth-generation Honda Civic was not just a car; it was a statement of intent, a spaceship that landed in 2006 to revolutionize the compact segment. This version with the 1.8 i-VTEC 140-horsepower engine and the i-Shift transmission represents the heart of that bold proposal, combining cutting-edge design with legendary Japanese engineering in a package that still feels special and different today.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is a unique experience. The 1.8 i-VTEC engine asks you to rev it high, and it's there, near 6300 rpm, where its 140 horsepower sings with an addictive mechanical melody, an echo of the naturally aspirated engines of yesteryear. The chassis feels agile and the steering is direct, inspiring confidence in every corner. The i-Shift transmission, a robotized manual, lacks the speed of a modern dual-clutch and requires some anticipation, but in automatic mode, it allows for relaxed driving. It's a car with a dual personality: a comfortable traveler at low revs and a passionate sports car when pushed.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is, simply put, timeless. Honda broke all the molds with a sharp body, a rising window line, and an iconic rear with a glass spoiler and triangular exhaust tips. Inside, the magic continues with the two-tiered 'Dual Link' dashboard, which envelops you like a fighter jet's cockpit. Every detail, from the steering wheel to the start button, was designed to create a futuristic atmosphere that no other car of its time could match.
Technology and features
Beyond its aesthetics, this Civic's technology was brilliant. The i-VTEC engine is a work of art that optimizes power and consumption without needing a turbo. The digital instrument cluster was pure science fiction at the time. But the real genius lies in its practicality: the rear 'Magic Seats,' which fold in multiple ways, offer a versatility and a cargo space of 485 liters unthinkable in a car with such a radical design. It's proof that form and function can coexist in perfect harmony.
Competition
In a market dominated by the sobriety of the Volkswagen Golf, the balance of the Ford Focus, or the Latin spirit of the SEAT León, the Civic was the rebel, the artist. While its competitors opted for conservative designs and began to flirt with small-displacement turbo engines, Honda offered a car that appealed directly to emotion, with a characterful naturally aspirated engine and a design that left no one indifferent.
Conclusion
This generation's Honda Civic is much more than just a means of transportation. It's an experience, a car with a soul that is bought with the heart. Its design still turns heads, and its mechanical reliability is legendary. Despite the nuances of its i-Shift transmission, it is a future classic that represents an era when Honda dared to dream. A car for those who value originality, engineering, and the thrill of driving something truly unique.