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Honda Civic Sedan
2021 Honda Civic Sedan
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$21,250
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Kia Spectra
2009 Kia Spectra
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$13,550
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
N/A
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 30 MPG
Hwy: 38 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
15.1 ft³
Trunk Volume
12.2 ft³

Photos

Honda Civic Sedan
2016-2021 Honda Civic Sedan Rear View
2016-2021 Honda Civic Sedan Dashboard
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Kia Spectra
2006-2009 Kia Spectra Rear Angle View
2006-2009 Kia Spectra Front Seats
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
158 hp @ 6500 rpm
138 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm
136 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
N/A
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,771 lbs
2,701 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
33 MPG
26 MPG
City
30 MPG
23 MPG
Highway
38 MPG
30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.3 Tons/yr
N/A
EPA rating
N/A
7

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
14 gallons
Cruising Range City
372 miles
322 miles
Cruising Range Highway
471.2 miles
420 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
182.7 in
177.2 in
Height
55.7 in
57.9 in
Max Width
70.9 in
68.3 in
Front Width
60.9 in
58.9 in
Rear Width
61.5 in
58.5 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
102.8 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
6.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.3 in
42.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.3 in
40 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57 in
55.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.7 in
52.4 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
37.4 in
35.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.1 in
38.2 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55 in
53.9 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
47.3 in
53.9 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
15.1 ft³
12.2 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.4 ft
33.3 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Steel Wheels
N/A
Front Wheel Size
16" x 7"
15" x TBD
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 7"
15" x TBD

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Independent
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Independent

Tires

Front Tire
P215/55HR16
P195/60R15
Rear Tire
P215/55HR16
P195/60R15
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Aegean Blue Metallic
  • Crystal Black Pearl
  • Lunar Silver Metallic
  • Modern Steel Metallic
  • Modern Steel Metallic
  • Platinum White Pearl
  • Rallye Red
N/A

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Cosmic Blue Metallic
  • Molten Lava Pearl
  • Platinum White Pearl
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Gray, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Ivory, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Gray, cloth seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Optional
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Note
N/A
24-hour roadside assistance
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