9th gen Civics ofc!The 8th Gen really is a fantastic car and no wonder the i-vtec engine has been such a huge success.
I recently went on a 350 mile each way journey. I'd intended to use the train but they went on strike. I wasnt looking forward to a journey of that length due to our overcrowded roads etc.
I believe the fuel capacity of the 8th gen petrol is 55 litres? I filled up with E10 at my local supermarket and at that point the range was showing 441 miles.
Having travelled 136 miles the fuel gauge hadnt dropped much and the mpg was showing 53.5mpg and outside temp was 11c with mild sunshine.
On arrival the range was still around 110 miles.
Return journey showed 51.3mpg on completion and a range of 111 miles at temp 15c, distance travelled 348.
This was pretty much 80% mway holding 60-70 and 10% fast A roads
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My question is, compared to the 8th gen, is there any newer gen of civic that can compare in terms of fuel and reliability? If not, what other cars could i look at? My initial thoughts are toyota or mercedes C class diesel blue efficiency?
same engines, probably lower kerbside weight id suspect, also my type-r 9g hits high 30s all day long, sometimes up to 43mpg on long runs.
My old girl is returning 58mpg this week, I've been driving like a monk wearing ballet slippers. 🤣9th gen Civics ofc!
Ok let the flaming begin, but seriously? Tesla Model 3.The 8th Gen really is a fantastic car and no wonder the i-vtec engine has been such a huge success. I recently went on a 350 mile each way journey. I'd intended to use the train but they went on strike. I wasnt looking forward to a journey of that length due to our overcrowded roads etc. I believe the fuel capacity of the 8th gen petrol is 55 litres? I filled up with E10 at my local supermarket and at that point the range was showing 441 miles. Having travelled 136 miles the fuel gauge hadnt dropped much and the mpg was showing 53.5mpg and outside temp was 11c with mild sunshine. On arrival the range was still around 110 miles. Return journey showed 51.3mpg on completion and a range of 111 miles at temp 15c, distance travelled 348. This was pretty much 80% mway holding 60-70 and 10% fast A roads oil mobil 0-20 My question is, compared to the 8th gen, is there any newer gen of civic that can compare in terms of fuel and reliability? If not, what other cars could i look at? My initial thoughts are toyota or mercedes C class diesel blue efficiency?
My 10 year old 9g 1.8 has never missed a beat and never let me down. Regular servicing and the best quality fluids I can find keep it in good shape. When I took the oil filler cap off for a top up, the engine was literally gleaming inside. I do use VPower by choice and have done on my last 3 cars, none of which missed a beat despite not being anywhere near new.Reliability then probably no.
Anything turbo or diesel powered is going to have far more complicated engine internals, dual mass flywheels, potential injector issues etc.
I think a Toyota Auris 1.6 is a similar car to the Civic but it's slower and duller looking.
Personally I love the mk5 VW Golf 1.6 FSI however it is not a reliable car IMO, VWs locks pack up, they get their now infamous coil packs/EML light which is pretty much a meme now. I've actually got a 1.6 FSI currently which if I can fix I'll keep. However the carbon build up inside the engine is disgusting for something that's only done 100k. Plus it has more complicated internals since it's direct injection.
The 1.8 R18 is modest, it has reasonable power output, no torque however puts out enough to be driven within the speed limits without holding anyone up. It's easy to maintain as long as there's no chain issues, just change the oil frequently and have the valve adjusted every now and again. The spark plugs last ages in them, the coolant system isn't complicated.
If you can live with the marginal ride quality the the 1.8 is a great long term prospect.
Despite the Golf being an unreliable heap of junk, I'll likely keep it and sell the Civic however if I don't it's no real hardship.
The 1.6 FSI Golf has both less power and torque than the 1.8 Civic. Worse fuel economy too.Reliability then probably no.
Anything turbo or diesel powered is going to have far more complicated engine internals, dual mass flywheels, potential injector issues etc.
I think a Toyota Auris 1.6 is a similar car to the Civic but it's slower and duller looking.
Personally I love the mk5 VW Golf 1.6 FSI however it is not a reliable car IMO, VWs locks pack up, they get their now infamous coil packs/EML light which is pretty much a meme now. I've actually got a 1.6 FSI currently which if I can fix I'll keep. However the carbon build up inside the engine is disgusting for something that's only done 100k. Plus it has more complicated internals since it's direct injection.
The 1.8 R18 is modest, it has reasonable power output, no torque however puts out enough to be driven within the speed limits without holding anyone up. It's easy to maintain as long as there's no chain issues, just change the oil frequently and have the valve adjusted every now and again. The spark plugs last ages in them, the coolant system isn't complicated.
If you can live with the marginal ride quality the the 1.8 is a great long term prospect.
Despite the Golf being an unreliable heap of junk, I'll likely keep it and sell the Civic however if I don't it's no real hardship.
I went Tein S-tech springs instead of Eibach as at the time there were none of the latter available in the UK. I've heard the 9g rides better. The Tein springs are progressive too but it rides poorly at low speed. At higher speeds it is acceptable but still the worst thing about the car.My 10 year old 9g 1.8 has never missed a beat and never let me down. Regular servicing and the best quality fluids I can find keep it in good shape. No it isn’t a “performance” car but I find it very smooth and easy to drive and if you want a bit of fun, keeping it on the Vtec can sometimes surprise you. I have Eibach’s on it which seems to help the ride having progressive springs and with spacers it has improved the look no end. Despite its age, I have no intention of changing and hope it will last me another 10 years.
Well VW does stand for Very Worn right enough.........am well acquainted with fixing broken VWs!
