Honda Civic 2016–2021

The 10th generation Honda Civic, produced from 2016 to 2021, brought significant changes and improvements. This Civic featured a sleek, modern design, sharp lines, and a lower stance. It caters to diverse customer preferences and is available in various body styles, including sedan, coupe, and hatchback. The interior received a major overhaul with high-quality materials, a clean and intuitive layout, and advanced tech amenities like a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.

Safety was a top priority in this generation. Honda equipped the Civic with Honda Sensing, a suite of advanced driver-assistance features such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and automatic emergency braking, making it one of the safest vehicles in its class. The driving experience was marked by responsive steering and well-balanced handling, offering comfort and agility. The range included a performance-focused Si variant and a high-performance Type R for enthusiasts seeking more excitement. Overall, this generation of the Honda Civic continued to uphold the model's reputation for reliability, value, and practicality while embracing modern design and technology.

Engine 1.5L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 0W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Oil capacity: 3.7 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 1.5L 4-Cylinder:0.032”

Engine 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 0W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Oil capacity: 3.9 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.0L 4-Cylinder:0.044”

Fuel

• Capacity:
  • 1.8L Engine Models: 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
  • 2.0L Engine Models:12.39 US gal (46.9 L)

Coolant

• Type: Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant
• Capacity: 
  • 1.8L Engine models: 1.48 US gal (5.59 ℓ).
  • 2.4L Engine model:  1.45 US gal (5.5 ℓ)

Automatic Transmission Fluid

• Type: Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
• Capacity: 7.9 US qt (7.5 L )

Manual Transmission Fluid

• Type: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement
• Capacity: 
  • 1.8L Engine Model: 1.5 US qt (1.4 ℓ)
  • 2.4L Engine Model: 2.0 US qt (1.9 ℓ)

Power Steering Fluid

• Type: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF

Brake Fluid

• Type: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement

Windshield Washer Fluid

• Capacity
  • 1.8L Engine Models:
    • U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
    • Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)
  • 2.4L Engine Models
    • U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
    • Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)

Refrigerant

• Type: HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
• Capacity:1.5L engine models: 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)

Air Conditioning Lubricant

• Type: RL85HM (POE)
• Capacity: 4.7 – 6.3 cu-in (77 – 103 cm3)

Fuel

• Capacity: 
  • Models without detachable towing hook: 12.39 US gal (46.9 L)
  • Models with detachable towing hook: 12.4 US gal (47.0 L)

Washer Fluid

• Capacity: 
  • U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
  • Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 L)

Brake Fluid

• Type: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid

• Type: Honda HCF-2 Transmission Fluid
• Capacity: 3.9 US qt (3.7 L)

Manual Transmission Fluid

• Type: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
• Capacity: 2.0 US qt (1.9 L)

Coolant

• Type: Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
• Capacity:
  • Continuously variable transmission models: 1.34 US gal (5.09 L) (change including the remaining 0.2 US gal (0.75 L) in the reserve tank)
  • Models without detachable towing hook: 1.34 US gal (5.09 L) (change including the remaining 0.2 US gal (0.75 L) in the reserve tank)
  • Manual transmission models: 1.32 US gal (5.01 L) (change including the remaining 0.2 US gal (0.75 L) in the reserve tank)
  • Models without detachable towing hook: 1.32 US gal (5.01 L) (change including the remaining 0.2 US gal (0.75 L) in the reserve tank)
  • Models with detachable towing hook:1.30 U.S. gal (4.92 L) (change including the remaining 0.15 US gal (0.58 L) in the reserve tank)

Powertrain

Engine

• Petrol:
  • 1.0 L P10A2 I3 turbo
  • 1.5 L L15B7 I4 turbo
  • 1.6 L R16B I4
  • 1.8 L R18Z1 I4
  • 2.0 L K20C2 I4
  • 2.0 L K20C1 I4 turbo (Type R)
• Diesel:
  • 1.6 L N16 i-DTEC I4 turbo

Transmission

• CVT
• 6-speed manual
• 9-speed Z.F. 9HP automatic
• (Diesel)

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Daytime Running Light Bulb:
  • 9005
  •  LED
• Front Fog Light Bulb: H11-55W
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
  • 7444NA
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  •  7443
  • 7444NA
• High Beam Headlight Bulb: 9005
• Low Beam Headlight Bulb:
  • H11-55W
  •  9006

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
  •  LED
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb:
  • 7440
  • LED
• Inner Tail Light Bulb: 168
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Outer Tail Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
  • 7444NA
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb:
  • 168
  •  LED
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440NA
• Tail Light BulbTail Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  •  LED
  • 7443

Interior Lights

• Auto Trans Indicator Light Bulb: 74
• Dome Light Bulb: 175
• Map Light Bulb: 175