Honda Civic 2010–2011 car dimensions: 4270 mm long, 1785 mm wide and 1460 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,266 kg. Braked towing is 1,400 kg.
The cabin features a dual-zone dashboard with multi-information display for speed, fuel data and temperature. Automatic climate control is standard, with dual-zone on higher grades. Cruise control comes on GT models. Rear parking sensors are available or standard depending on grade. Optional satellite navigation includes a screen and reversing camera on equipped versions. Alcantara seats and leather multi-function steering wheel add to the focused driving position. VSA and ABS are standard.
Boot space measures 485 litres with seats up. Folding the Magic Seats creates a flat floor and expands capacity to 1352 litres. Under-floor storage adds extra practical volume for everyday loads.
Towing capacity reaches 1400 kg braked and 500 kg unbraked on 1.8 models. Payload is around 559 kg based on maximum mass minus kerb weight. Sports suspension is standard for the Type S.
The cabin uses a dual-zone dashboard with a curved driver-focused layout like a racing cockpit. Essential data sits high for easy view while driving. Sporty Alcantara seats give firm spine, torso and pelvis support and hold you in place on long or short trips. Legroom is generous front and rear. Climate control air conditioning is fitted, with dual-zone left-right independent control on higher grades. Controls for climate, audio and cruise sit close at hand.
Combined fuel use from 5.9 L/100 km on 1.4 i-VTEC to 6.7 L/100 km on 1.8 i-VTEC manual and 5.1 L/100 km on 2.2 i-CTDi.
Five-star Euro NCAP rating for the Civic family.
Standard dual front, side and curtain airbags.
Standard ABS with EBD, VSA and active front head restraints.
ACE body structure disperses crash energy.
Deflation Warning System standard.
Engines deliver strong efficiency. The 1.4 i-VTEC returns combined figures of 5.9 L/100 km manual or 5.7 L/100 km with i-SHIFT. The 1.8 i-VTEC sits at 6.7 L/100 km manual or 6.4 L/100 km i-SHIFT. The 2.2 i-CTDi diesel achieves 5.1 L/100 km combined. A 50-litre tank is fitted across the range.
Safety kit is comprehensive as standard. Dual front, side and curtain SRS airbags protect occupants. ABS with electronic brake-force distribution, emergency brake assist and vehicle stability assist with traction control are fitted. Active front head restraints and the ACE body structure help manage impact forces. The Civic family carries a five-star Euro NCAP rating.
The car is straightforward to live with day to day. Sporty Alcantara seats and the dual-zone cockpit keep the driver supported and informed. Higher Type S GT grades add dual-zone climate, panoramic glass roof, cruise control, rain-sensing wipers and power-folding heated mirrors. Luggage space starts at 485 litres and expands when rear seats fold.
Length 4270 mm, Width 1785 mm, Height 1460 mm, Wheelbase 2620 mm (Civic 2010–2011)
Sources: manufacturer data, Honda UK Civic 5 Door and Type S brochure 2010.