Sport FWD
What the Sport adds over the LX
| Spec | LX | Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2771 lbs | 2847 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2771 lbs | 2847 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 30 mpg | 29 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 33 mpg | 32 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 38 mpg | 37 mpg |
| Front shoulder room | 57 in | 56.9 in |
| Tire size | 215/55R16 93H | 235/40R18 91W |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.4 ft | 37.4 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 1.0-Amp USB Audio Interface - Center Console (1 Port), 1.5-Amp USB Smartphone/Audio Interface - Lower Front Console (1 Port), 180-Watt Audio System with 8 Speakers, 60/40 Split Fold-Down Rear Seatback, 7-Inch Display Audio with High-Resolution Electrostatic Touch-Screen, Knob and Hard Keys for Primary Controls and Customizable Feature Settings, Android Auto™ Integration, Apple CarPlay® Integration, Center Outlet Exhaust, Continuously Variable Transmission with Paddle Shifters, Decklid Spoiler - Gloss Black, Fog Lights, HondaLink®, Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob, Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel, Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines, Push Button Start, Remote Engine Start, SMS Text Message Function, Sequential Mode Gear Selection Indicator, Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock®, Sport Pedals, Wheel Resonators
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 |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | HondaLink |
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) | 29 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 32 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 37 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 | 56.9 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Variable Ratio Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/40R18 91W |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.9 |
| Transmission type | cvt |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2847 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2847 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
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)
- Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- 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)
- 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)
Infotainment13 std · 0 opt
- 1.0-Amp USB Audio Interface - Center Console (1 Port)
- 1.5-Amp USB Smartphone/Audio Interface - Lower Front Console (1 Port)
- 180-Watt Audio System with 8 Speakers
- 7-Inch Display Audio with High-Resolution Electrostatic Touch-Screen, Knob and Hard Keys for Primary Controls and Customizable Feature Settings
- Android Auto™ Integration
- Apple CarPlay® Integration
- Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
- Bluetooth® Streaming Audio
- Continuously Variable Transmission with Paddle Shifters
- HondaLink®
- Radio Data System (RDS)
- SMS Text Message Function
- Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)
Convenience9 std · 0 opt
- Push Button Start
- Remote Engine Start
- 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
- Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock®
- 12-Volt Power Outlet (front)
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Automatic Climate Control System
- Rear-Seat Heater Ducts
Seating3 std · 0 opt
- 60/40 Split Fold-Down Rear Seatback
- Adjustable Head Restraints
- Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment
Interior19 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
- Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob
- Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Map Lights
- One-Touch Turn Indicators
- Sequential Mode Gear Selection Indicator
- Sliding Sunvisors
- Sport Pedals
- Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
- Average Fuel Economy Indicators (A&B)
- Floor Mats
- Door-Pocket Storage Bins (front/rear)
Exterior13 std · 0 opt
- Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors
- Capless Fuel Filler
- Center Outlet Exhaust
- Decklid Spoiler - Gloss Black
- Door Handles - Body-Colored
- Fog Lights
- 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)
Chassis5 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)
- Wheel Resonators
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
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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Common questions about the Sport
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2021 Honda Civic Sport add over the LX?
Against the LX, 22 features become standard that the LX does not and 10 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.