About the Honda Civic
Last updated Sep 26, 2025The new Honda Civic is a small car offered in both 4D Sedan and 3D Hatchback body styles. Available in Australia from $21,790 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the VTI variant and topping out at $39,990 for the Type R.
There are 5 variants of the Civic available in Australia.
Engine options include 2L multi-point injection (114kW/188Nm), 1.8L multi-point injection (103kW/174Nm), electric motor (85kW/170Nm) and 2L multi-point injection (148kW/193Nm). Non-electric variants are available with 5-speed manual, 5-speed automatic, variable sp automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2008 Civic is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
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2008 Honda Civic Price
VTi
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.8L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $21,790 |
| 1.8L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $23,790 |
Vti-L
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.8L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $24,990 |
| 1.8L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $26,990 |
Sport
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $30,490 |
| 2L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $32,490 |
Hybrid
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.3L, variable sp auto, 4-door Sedan, Electric, FWD | $32,990 |
Type R
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2L, 6-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $39,990 |
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2008 Honda Civic Fuel Economy
There are 6 different fuel economy figures for the Honda Civic
The most fuel efficient Honda Civic is the Hybrid with a Variable SP AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 1.3L Multi-Point Injection and uses 4.6L of Electric per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Honda Civic that uses the most amount of fuel is the Type R with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2L Multi-Point Injection and uses 9.3L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Honda Civic variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Honda Civic | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.8L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 6.9 L/100km |
| 1.8L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.2 L/100km |
2008 Honda Civic Warranty
What is the warranty on a Honda Civic?
The Honda Civic offers a 3 year 100,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Honda Civic FAQs
The cheapest Honda Civic is the VTi that starts from $21,790.
The most expensive Honda Civic is the Type R that starts from $39,990.
The best towing capacity of a Honda Civic is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: VTi, Vti-L and Sport.
The largest Honda Civic is the VTi which measures 1750mm wide, 4550mm in length and sits 1435mm tall.
The most powerful Honda Civic is the Type R which has 148kW of power from its 2L Multi-Point Injection engine.
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The heaviest Honda Civic is the Hybrid which weighs 1631 kg (kerb weight).
The Honda Civic may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Electric, Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.