Saturday, August 22, 2015

Honda Civic - Generation 6.1 (1996-1998)

HONDA CIVIC (1996-1998)

With the EK Civic's launch, this signaled the discontinuation of the hatchback model when it was made available in late 1995. This generation also marked the availability of the VTEC technology and no carburetors are available.

OWNERSHIP DETAILSVTILXI
Years AvailableNovember 1995-August 1998November 1995-August 1998
ENGINE SPECS
EngineD16Y5 1.6 DOHC 16V I4D15Z4 1.5 SOHC 16V I4
Horsepower125hp @ 6,400rpm110hp @ 5,800rpm
Torque148Nm @ 5,500rpm138Nm @ 4,200rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Transmission5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity45 Liters45 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,450mm4,450mm
Width1,695mm1,695mm
Height1,390mm1,390mm
Wheelbase2,620mm2,620mm
Curb Weight1,034kg (MT), 1,060kg (AT)1,014kg (MT), 1,040kg (AT)
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating55
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionDouble WishboneDouble Wishbone
Rear SuspensionDouble WishboneDouble Wishbone
Front BrakesVented DiscsVented Discs
Rear BrakesDrum BrakesDrum Brakes
Tires185/65 R14175/75 R13
Wheels14 Inch Alloy13 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags00
Anti-Lock BrakesNoneNone
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesNoneNone
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsNoneNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Body Color Door HandlesBlack Door Handles
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManualManual
Seating MaterialFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesNoneNone
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows
Climate ControlManualManual
Audio System1DIN AM/FM/Cassette1DIN AM/FM/Cassette
Speakers44
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNone
AlarmNoneNone
Keyless EntryNoneNone
NOTES

RIVALSDaewoo Espero, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 323/323 Familia, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla