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The 2008 Honda Civic is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $27,500 for the base variant and topping out at $37,800 for the Hybrid Sport variant.
There are 4 variants of the Civic available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2006.
The 2008 Civic was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Honda Civic include electric motor (85kW/170Nm), 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder (103kW/174Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (114kW/188Nm). Non-electric variants are available with 5-speed manual manual, 5-speed automatic with manual mode or automatic continuously trans with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $27,500 - $37,800†
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto, 5-speed manual, or Auto (CVT)
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Electric
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $27,500 - $37,800†
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto, 5-speed manual, or Auto (CVT)
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Electric
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Honda Civic
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Available Variants
The Honda Civic comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Hybrid Sport.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,540 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,750 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,600 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2008 Honda Civic
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Honda Civic is the base variant that starts from $27,500.
See all Honda Civic PricingThe most expensive Honda Civic is the Hybrid Sport variant that starts from $37,800.
See all Honda Civic PricingThe best towing capacity of a Honda Civic is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: Sport.
See all Honda Civic towing capacityThe largest Honda Civic is the base variant which measures 1750mm wide, 4540mm in length and sits 1435mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 114kW of power and 188nm of torque are the Sport variants.
The Honda Civic is manufactured in different countries, depending on the variant, then shipped to New Zealand. The Honda Civic may be manufactured in Japan or New Zealand.
The Honda Civic may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Electric.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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