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2005 Honda Civic Full Review
Date Published: 7/31/08
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2005 Honda Civic Review
A redesigned Civic is due for 2006. The 2005 version of Honda's entry-level cars offers three body styles in a variety of trim levels. Notable models include a gas/electric Hybrid sedan and a sporty Si 2-dr hatchback. All use a 4-cyl engine. Horsepower is 115 for DX, VP, and LX versions; 117 for the HX model; 127 for EX versions; and 160 for Si. The Hybrid has 93 hp from a 4-cyl gas engine and an electric motor. The gas engine essentially charges the electric batteries; there's no plug-in charging. All Civics come with manual transmission, and all but DX and Si offer automatic. In the HX coupe and Hybrid, the automatic is a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that effectively provides near-infinite drive ratios. Front side airbags are standard for the Hybrid, optional on other Civics. ABS is standard for the EX, Hybrid, and Si models, but is unavailable otherwise. The Si includes a sport suspension and 16-inch wheels. Wheels are 15 inches for LX and EX models, 14s elsewhere. The new top-line Civic is the EX-based Special Edition coupe and sedan. They come with a rear spoiler, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and an in-dash CD changer that plays MP3 discs. The Hybrid includes automatic climate control, which is otherwise unavailable. It's also the only Civic without a split folding rear seatback. LX, EX, and Hybrid models have a height-adjustable driver seat.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Compact Cars comprise the smallest passengers cars. These vehicles range from tiny economy models to slightly larger popularly priced sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons.
Our Best Buys include the Chrysler PT Cruiser, Honda Civic, Mazda 3, and Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Matrix twins. Our Recommended picks include the Ford Focus, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Spectra, and Toyota Corolla.
Our Best Buys include the Chrysler PT Cruiser, Honda Civic, Mazda 3, and Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Matrix twins. Our Recommended picks include the Ford Focus, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Spectra, and Toyota Corolla.
News
Civic is redesigned for 2006 with swoopier styling, two new engines, and additional standard safety features. The last include curtain side airbags and antilock brakes, plus front-occupant position sensors for the dashboard airbags and stronger, more crash-resistant structures. The slow-selling Si hatchback is replaced by a similarly sporty coupe model. Spy photos reveal that Civic coupes will look rather like Honda's larger 2-dr Accords. Sedans are a bit more conservative, but arguably better eye-candy than before.
Most mainstream models use a new 1.8-liter 4-cyl engine with less weight fewer parts, and 6-percent better claimed fuel economy than the outgoing 1.7. Honda also confirms a new Civic Hybrid sedan powertrain that allows driving on electricity, the gas engine or both as conditions warrant, thus mimicking Toyota's rival Prius. Employing a new 1.34-liter 4-cyl engine, the '06 system is claimed to equal the regular 1.8 engine in total power, yet is also said to be smaller, lighter, and 30-percent cheaper than today's Civic Hybrid powertrain. We'll have more details very soon, so keep checking back with us.
Sources still expect the new-design Civic to spawn a compact minivan or sport wagon for 2007 or '08. The name should be Latitude in either case. Look for a base 2.4-liter 4-cyl engine and maybe a 3.0 V6 option.
Meantime, Honda says its U.S. dealers will start selling the Fit mincar in spring 2006, likely as an early-'07 entry. The move had been rumored for some time. Taller than Civic, but shorter and slimmer, the 4-dr hatchback Fit will likely come here with a 1.3-liter 4-cyl engine and starting prices of around $12,000. Fit has long been a Honda mainstay in Japan and many overseas markets, where it's sometimes sold as the Jazz. We think that name could well be used here, especially as Honda hopes to woo young first-time buyers away from Toyota's Scion and other budget-priced small cars.
Most mainstream models use a new 1.8-liter 4-cyl engine with less weight fewer parts, and 6-percent better claimed fuel economy than the outgoing 1.7. Honda also confirms a new Civic Hybrid sedan powertrain that allows driving on electricity, the gas engine or both as conditions warrant, thus mimicking Toyota's rival Prius. Employing a new 1.34-liter 4-cyl engine, the '06 system is claimed to equal the regular 1.8 engine in total power, yet is also said to be smaller, lighter, and 30-percent cheaper than today's Civic Hybrid powertrain. We'll have more details very soon, so keep checking back with us.
Sources still expect the new-design Civic to spawn a compact minivan or sport wagon for 2007 or '08. The name should be Latitude in either case. Look for a base 2.4-liter 4-cyl engine and maybe a 3.0 V6 option.
Meantime, Honda says its U.S. dealers will start selling the Fit mincar in spring 2006, likely as an early-'07 entry. The move had been rumored for some time. Taller than Civic, but shorter and slimmer, the 4-dr hatchback Fit will likely come here with a 1.3-liter 4-cyl engine and starting prices of around $12,000. Fit has long been a Honda mainstay in Japan and many overseas markets, where it's sometimes sold as the Jazz. We think that name could well be used here, especially as Honda hopes to woo young first-time buyers away from Toyota's Scion and other budget-priced small cars.
2005 Honda Civic Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Fuel economy | Rear-seat entry/exit (coupes, Si) |
| Visibility | |
| Acceleration (Si) | |
| Handling (Si) | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Most Civics are quick enough with manual transmission: 9.4 sec 0-60 mph for test EX coupe. Si liveliest at about 8.0 in our tests. Manual gear changes are slick, quick. Automatic transmission fairly smooth, but sometimes hesitates to downshift, and blunts acceleration: 10.2 sec 0-60 for test LX sedan, 10.0 for HX CVT. Test Hybrid clocked 11.6 sec with manual, but didn't feel pokey except up long grades. CVT Hybrid lacks muscle for no-sweat freeway merging. With either transmission, there's a slight power sag in hybrid system's battery-recharge mode. Still, smooth CVT aids overall efficiency in Hybrid and HX.
| HX cpe, CVT | LX sdn, auto. | EX sdn, auto. | Hybrid, CVT | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4.1 |
Most Civics are quick enough with manual transmission: 9.4 sec 0-60 mph for test EX coupe. Si liveliest at about 8.0 in our tests. Manual gear changes are slick, quick. Automatic transmission fairly smooth, but sometimes hesitates to downshift, and blunts acceleration: 10.2 sec 0-60 for test LX sedan, 10.0 for HX CVT. Test Hybrid clocked 11.6 sec with manual, but didn't feel pokey except up long grades. CVT Hybrid lacks muscle for no-sweat freeway merging. With either transmission, there's a slight power sag in hybrid system's battery-recharge mode. Still, smooth CVT aids overall efficiency in Hybrid and HX.
Fuel Economy
Two extended-use-test automatic-transmission EX sedans averaged 30.5 mpg combined over 15,453 total miles. Test EX sedans returned 32.5 with manual transmission, 30.6 with automatic. In tests that included gas-eating performance runs, manual-transmission EX coupes averaged 26.5-30.4 mpg, automatic-transmission LX sedan 26.8, and CVT HX 28.9. Extended-use-test Hybrid with CVT averaged 38.3 mpg over its 12,652 test. With fewer highway miles, other test CVT Hybrids logged 31.8-39.3 mpg. Manual-transmission version averaged 47.6 mpg. Honda recommends regular-grade fuel for all Civics.
| HX cpe, CVT | LX sdn, auto. | EX sdn, auto. | Hybrid, CVT | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 6.7 |
Two extended-use-test automatic-transmission EX sedans averaged 30.5 mpg combined over 15,453 total miles. Test EX sedans returned 32.5 with manual transmission, 30.6 with automatic. In tests that included gas-eating performance runs, manual-transmission EX coupes averaged 26.5-30.4 mpg, automatic-transmission LX sedan 26.8, and CVT HX 28.9. Extended-use-test Hybrid with CVT averaged 38.3 mpg over its 12,652 test. With fewer highway miles, other test CVT Hybrids logged 31.8-39.3 mpg. Manual-transmission version averaged 47.6 mpg. Honda recommends regular-grade fuel for all Civics.
Ride Quality
All Civics ride better than the compact norm. Still, some bumps register through suspension and steering, and Si fidgets on rough freeways, though not uncomfortably so. Float over large humps and dips at higher speeds absent in Si, evident in Hybrids and EXs, fairly pronounced in other models.
| HX cpe, CVT | LX sdn, auto. | EX sdn, auto. | Hybrid, CVT | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4.6 |
All Civics ride better than the compact norm. Still, some bumps register through suspension and steering, and Si fidgets on rough freeways, though not uncomfortably so. Float over large humps and dips at higher speeds absent in Si, evident in Hybrids and EXs, fairly pronounced in other models.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Si is the most agile Civic, but all are sure-footed. Still, cornering lean sets in fairly early, steering is a bit numb and overlight, and most models wander some on road grooves and in gusty crosswinds. Routine braking quite good, but test LX sedan without ABS showed mediocre control and longer-than-average distances in simulated panic stops. ABS provides surer stops, but shouldn't be limited to top-price models.
| HX cpe, CVT | LX sdn, auto. | EX sdn, auto. | Hybrid, CVT | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5.4 |
Si is the most agile Civic, but all are sure-footed. Still, cornering lean sets in fairly early, steering is a bit numb and overlight, and most models wander some on road grooves and in gusty crosswinds. Routine braking quite good, but test LX sedan without ABS showed mediocre control and longer-than-average distances in simulated panic stops. ABS provides surer stops, but shouldn't be limited to top-price models.
Quietness
Refined for small cars, but a step behind Volkswagen Jetta. Main problems are road noise and engine boom at higher rpm, both somewhat more evident in hatchback Si.
| HX cpe, CVT | LX sdn, auto. | EX sdn, auto. | Hybrid, CVT | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
Refined for small cars, but a step behind Volkswagen Jetta. Main problems are road noise and engine boom at higher rpm, both somewhat more evident in hatchback Si.
Controls
Simple, well-arranged layouts with large, clear gauges. Si shift lever sprouts from dashboard instead of console, but is still easy to work. Hybrid includes readouts for battery charge, electric-motor operation, and fuel consumption. All models have laudable ergonomics--though driver must stretch slightly to reach climate controls. Interiors exhibit solid workmanship, though materials not up to Jetta's class-leading quality. Windows on a test LX sedan made a mild scraping sound when operated, and a test EX coupe had annoying rattle in driver-side door.
| HX cpe, CVT | LX sdn, auto. | EX sdn, auto. | Hybrid, CVT | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 5.5 |
Simple, well-arranged layouts with large, clear gauges. Si shift lever sprouts from dashboard instead of console, but is still easy to work. Hybrid includes readouts for battery charge, electric-motor operation, and fuel consumption. All models have laudable ergonomics--though driver must stretch slightly to reach climate controls. Interiors exhibit solid workmanship, though materials not up to Jetta's class-leading quality. Windows on a test LX sedan made a mild scraping sound when operated, and a test EX coupe had annoying rattle in driver-side door.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Sedans offer decent 6-footer room and easy entry/exit. Coupes and Si have a bit less head clearance and longer, more-awkward doors. Seats nothing special, nor is over-the-shoulder visibility. Si's sport buckets are comfortable and supportive, but model's seat/steering-wheel relationship not ideal for some taller drivers.
| HX cpe, CVT | LX sdn, auto. | EX sdn, auto. | Hybrid, CVT | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Sedans offer decent 6-footer room and easy entry/exit. Coupes and Si have a bit less head clearance and longer, more-awkward doors. Seats nothing special, nor is over-the-shoulder visibility. Si's sport buckets are comfortable and supportive, but model's seat/steering-wheel relationship not ideal for some taller drivers.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Sedans offer adequate adult head room, but leg space becomes very tight with a front seat set well back. Coupes and Si are more cramped and require crouch-and-crawl entry/exit.
| HX cpe, CVT | LX sdn, auto. | EX sdn, auto. | Hybrid, CVT | Class Average |
| 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3.6 |
Sedans offer adequate adult head room, but leg space becomes very tight with a front seat set well back. Coupes and Si are more cramped and require crouch-and-crawl entry/exit.
Cargo Room
Coupes and sedans have spacious trunks for their exterior size, but trunklid hinges steal space, small openings won't allow really bulky cargo. Hybrid's battery pack mounts ahead of trunk, reduces volume by 2.8 cu ft, eliminates folding rear seatback. Si offers hatchback versatility, plus more interior storage than other models, which are just OK.
| HX cpe, CVT | LX sdn, auto. | EX sdn, auto. | Hybrid, CVT | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3.9 |
Coupes and sedans have spacious trunks for their exterior size, but trunklid hinges steal space, small openings won't allow really bulky cargo. Hybrid's battery pack mounts ahead of trunk, reduces volume by 2.8 cu ft, eliminates folding rear seatback. Si offers hatchback versatility, plus more interior storage than other models, which are just OK.
Value within Class
Despite test-car glitches and worrisome non-ABS braking, Civic is a clear Best Buy. Most any model offers top-of-class comfort, refinement, and fuel thrift, plus Honda's strong resale and reliability record. The Si adds extra sportiness and utility to this appealing mix. The Hybrid sacrifices good acceleration for great fuel economy. Still, even with hybrid owners allowed a one-time federal tax deduction, it will take years to recoup in fuel savings the Civic Hybrid's higher initial cost. And unlike other Civics, it's in high enough demand to preclude discounts.
| HX cpe, CVT | LX sdn, auto. | EX sdn, auto. | Hybrid, CVT | Class Average |
| 7 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 5.8 |
Despite test-car glitches and worrisome non-ABS braking, Civic is a clear Best Buy. Most any model offers top-of-class comfort, refinement, and fuel thrift, plus Honda's strong resale and reliability record. The Si adds extra sportiness and utility to this appealing mix. The Hybrid sacrifices good acceleration for great fuel economy. Still, even with hybrid owners allowed a one-time federal tax deduction, it will take years to recoup in fuel savings the Civic Hybrid's higher initial cost. And unlike other Civics, it's in high enough demand to preclude discounts.
Total Score
| HX cpe, CVT | LX sdn, auto. | EX sdn, auto. | Hybrid, CVT | Class Average |
| 50 | 55 | 55 | 53 | 48.6 |
Scores for all Compact Cars
| Low Score | 34 | |
| Average Score | 48 | |
| High Score | 63 |
2005 Honda Civic Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 08/03/2005
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| DX 4-door sedan, manual | $13,260 | $12,126 | $515 |
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| DX 4-door sedan w/side airbags, manual | $13,510 | $12,354 | $515 |
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| HX 2-door coupe, manual | $13,960 | $12,764 | $515 |
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| HX 2-door coupe, CVT | $14,960 | $13,677 | $515 |
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| HX 2-door coupe w/side airbags, manual | $14,210 | $12,992 | $515 |
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| HX 2-door coupe w/side airbags, CVT | $15,210 | $13,905 | $515 |
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| VP 2-door coupe, manual | $13,660 | $12,491 | $515 |
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| VP 2-door coupe, automatic | $14,460 | $13,220 | $515 |
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| VP 2-door coupe w/side airbags, manual | $13,910 | $12,719 | $515 |
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| VP 2-door coupe w/side airbags, automatic | $14,710 | $13,448 | $515 |
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| VP 4-door sedan, automatic | $14,660 | $13,403 | $515 |
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| VP 4-door sedan w/side airbags, automatic | $14,910 | $13,631 | $515 |
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| LX 2-door coupe, manual | $15,410 | $14,087 | $515 |
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| LX 2-door coupe, automatic | $16,210 | $14,817 | $515 |
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| LX 2-door coupe w/side airbags, manual | $15,660 | $14,315 | $515 |
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| LX 2-door coupe w/side airbags, automatic | $16,460 | $15,045 | $515 |
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| LX 4-door sedan, manual | $15,610 | $14,269 | $515 |
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| LX 4-door sedan, automatic | $16,410 | $14,999 | $515 |
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| LX 4-door sedan w/side airbags, manual | $15,860 | $14,497 | $515 |
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| LX 4-door sedan w/side airbags, automatic | $16,660 | $15,227 | $515 |
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| LX Special Edition 2-door coupe, manual | $16,060 | $14,680 | $515 |
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| LX Special Edition 2-door coupe, automatic | $16,860 | $15,410 | $515 |
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| LX Special Edition 4-door sedan, manual | $16,260 | $14,862 | $515 |
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| LX Special Edition 4-door sedan, automatic | $17,060 | $15,592 | $515 |
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| EX 2-door coupe, manual | $17,110 | $15,638 | $515 |
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| EX 2-door coupe, automatic | $17,910 | $16,368 | $515 |
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| EX 2-door coupe w/side airbags, manual | $17,360 | $15,866 | $515 |
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| EX 2-door coupe w/side airbags, automatic | $18,160 | $16,596 | $515 |
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| EX 4-door sedan, manual | $17,510 | $16,003 | $515 |
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| EX 4-door sedan, automatic | $18,310 | $16,732 | $515 |
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| EX 4-door sedan w/side airbags, manual | $17,760 | $16,231 | $515 |
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| EX 4-door sedan w/side airbags, automatic | $18,560 | $16,960 | $515 |
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| EX Special Edition 2-door coupe, manual | $17,560 | $16,048 | $515 |
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| EX Special Edition 2-door coupe, automatic | $18,360 | $16,778 | $515 |
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| EX Special Edition 4-door sedan, manual | $17,960 | $16,413 | $515 |
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| EX Special Edition 4-door sedan, automatic | $18,760 | $17,143 | $515 |
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| Si 2-door hatchback, manual | $19,320 | $17,654 | $515 |
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| Si 2-door hatchback w/side airbags, manual | $19,570 | $17,882 | $515 |
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| Hybrid 4-door sedan, manual | $19,900 | $18,183 | $515 |
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| Hybrid 4-door sedan, CVT | $20,900 | $19,095 | $515 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
DX
Powertrain
1.7-liter 4-cylinder 115-horsepower engine, 5-speed manual transmission.
Safety
Dual front airbags, emergency inside trunk release.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Power steering, tilt steering wheel, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, cupholders, split folding rear seat, AM/FM radio, digital clock, rear defogger, intermittent wipers, visor mirrors.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, 185/70R14 tires, wheel covers.
HX adds to DX:
Powertrain
1.7-liter 4-cylinder 117-horsepower engine, 5-speed manual or continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT).
Comfort and Convenience Features
Cruise control, power mirrors, power door locks, AM/FM/CD player, tachometer, alloy wheels.
VP adds to DX:
Powertrain
5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, interior air filter, center console, AM/FM/CD player.
LX adds to VP:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Cruise control, height-adjustable driver seat, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, tachometer, map lights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
195/60HR15 tires.
LX Special Edition adds to LX:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Leather-wrapped steering wheel, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Rear spoiler, alloy wheels.
EX adds to LX:
Powertrain
1.7-liter 4-cylinder 127-horsepower engine.
Safety
Antilock brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Power sunroof, variable-intermittent wipers.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Alloy wheels.
EX Special Edition adds to EX:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Leather-wrapped steering wheel, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Rear spoiler.
Si adds to EX:
Powertrain
2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine.
Safety
Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Leather-wrapped steering wheel, cargo cover, rear wiper/washer.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Deletes: height-adjustable driver seat.
Rear spoiler, sport suspension, 205/55VR16 tires.
Hybrid adds to LX:
Powertrain
1.3-liter 4-cylinder gasoline/electric motor, 5-speed manual or continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT).
Safety
Front side airbags, antilock brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Automatic climate control, trip computer, variable-intermittent wipers.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Deletes: split folding rear seat.
Rear spoiler, 185/70SR14 tires, alloy wheels.
Optional Equipment
No factory options.
2005 Honda Civic Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Honda Civic 2-door hatchback | Honda Civic 2-door coupe | Honda Civic 4-door sedan |
| Wheelbase, in. | 101.2 | 103.1 | 103.1 |
| Overall Length, in. | 165.7 | 175.4 | 175.4 |
| Overall Width, in. | 66.7 | 66.7 | 67.5 |
| Overall Height, in. | 56.7 | 55.1 | 56.7 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 2782 | 2449 | 2449 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 35.7 | 12.9 | 12.9 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- | -- | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 13.2 | 13.2 | 13.2 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 37.8 | 39.0 | 39.8 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.2 | 42.5 | 42.2 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 36.7 | 35.4 | 37.2 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 33.0 | 32.8 | 36.0 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| sohc I4/electric | sohc I4 | sohc I4 | dohc I4 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 1.3 /80 | 1.7 /102 | 1.7 /102 | 2.0 /122 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 93 @ 5700 | 115 @ 6100 | 127 @ 6300 | 160 @ 6500 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 116 @ 1500 | 110 @ 4500 | 114 @ 4800 | 132 @ 5000 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed manual | 45/51 | 32/38 | 32/37 | 26/31 |
| 4-speed automatic | --/-- | 29/38 | 31/38 | --/-- |
| CVT automatic | 47/48 | 35/40 | --/-- | --/-- |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Honda Civic 2-door hatchback | Honda Civic 2-door coupe | Honda Civic 4-door sedan |
| Front Impact, Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Rollover Resistance | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 4 | 5 | 4 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | None/-- | 8/80,000 on Civic Hybrid battery pack and IMA. In CA, hybrid components are covered by a 10/150,000 warranty. |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 3/36,000 | Towing available only for warranty-covered breakdowns |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive
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