2021 Honda Civic
LX FWD
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 281.9 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 259.1 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electric |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 15.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 97.8 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 55.7 in |
| Overall length | 182.7 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1996 cc |
| Fuel injection system | Multi-Point |
| Engine type (full description) | In-Line 4-Cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 158 hp |
| Torque | 138 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 30 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 33 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 38 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.4 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.3 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.1 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | 37.4 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Variable Ratio Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Tire size | 215/55R16 93H |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.9 |
| Transmission type | cvt |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2771 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2771 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 16 in |
| Wheel material | steel |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety26 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW) (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Advanced Front Airbags (i-SRS)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW) (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor
- SmartVent® Front Side Airbags
- 3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Adjustable Front Seat-Belt Anchors
- Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
- Auto High-Beam Headlights
- Brake Assist
- Child-Proof Rear Door Locks
- Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat-Belt Reminder
- Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold
- Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
- Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System
- Hill Start Assist
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All)
- Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines
- Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control
- Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Infotainment7 std · 0 opt
- 1.0-Amp USB Audio Interface - Lower Front Console (1 Port)
- 160-Watt Audio System with 4 Speakers
- 5-Inch Color LCD Screen
- Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
- Bluetooth® Streaming Audio
- Radio Data System (RDS)
- Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)
Convenience6 std · 0 opt
- Cruise Control
- Electronic Remote Trunk Release
- Power Door Locks
- Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Windows
- Security System with Remote Entry and Trunk Release
- 12-Volt Power Outlet (front)
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Automatic Climate Control System
- Rear-Seat Heater Ducts
Seating3 std · 0 opt
- Adjustable Head Restraints
- Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment
- Fold-Down Rear Seatback
Interior15 std · 0 opt
- Beverage Holders - Front
- Cargo Area Light
- Center Console with Sliding Armrest and Storage Compartment
- Driver's and Front Passenger's Illuminated Window and Door Lock Controls
- Driver's and Front Passenger's Vanity Mirrors
- Headlights-On Reminder
- Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls
- LED Gear Selection Indicators
- Map Lights
- One-Touch Turn Indicators
- Sliding Sunvisors
- Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
- Average Fuel Economy Indicators (A&B)
- Floor Mats
- Door-Pocket Storage Bins (front/rear)
Exterior10 std · 0 opt
- Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors
- Capless Fuel Filler
- Door Handles - Body-Colored
- Integrated Rear-Window Antenna
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
- Projector-Beam Halogen Headlights with Auto-On/Off
- Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door
- Rear-Window Defroster with Timer
- Taillights with Integrated LED Light Bars
- Two-Speed Intermittent Windshield Wipers
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- Continuously Variable Transmission (M-CVT)
- Eco Assist™ System
- In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine (naturally aspirated)
Chassis4 std · 0 opt
- MacPherson Strut Front Suspension
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension
- Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (11.1 in / 10.2 in)
- Variable Ratio Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS)
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2021 Civic. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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