2016 Honda Civic Specifications Overview

The 2016 Honda Civic is certified across 6 configurations with 1.5L 4-Cylinder Engine, 2L 4-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Front-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (variable gear ratios) or Manual 6-spd. EPA classified under the Midsize Cars / Compact Cars size category. Platform architecture belongs to the 10th Generation (FC/FK) vehicle family.

Engine / Motors
2 Options
1.5L 4-Cylinder Engine, 2L 4-Cylinder Engine
Drivetrain Options
FWD
Front-Wheel Drive
Transmissions
2 Options
Automatic (variable gear ratios), Manual 6-spd
Vehicle Classification
Midsize Cars
Official EPA regulatory class

Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (6)

Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation

Configuration / Model Engine & Displacement Cylinders Induction / Tech Transmission Drivetrain Fuel System
Civic 4Dr Midsize Cars 1.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (variable gear ratios) Front-Wheel Drive Regular
Civic 2Dr Compact Cars 1.5L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (variable gear ratios) Front-Wheel Drive Regular
Civic 4Dr Midsize Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (variable gear ratios) Front-Wheel Drive Regular
Civic 2Dr Compact Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Automatic (variable gear ratios) Front-Wheel Drive Regular
Civic 4Dr Midsize Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Manual 6-spd Front-Wheel Drive Regular
Civic 2Dr Compact Cars 2L 4-Cylinder Engine 4 Naturally Aspirated Manual 6-spd Front-Wheel Drive Regular
EPA Certification Standards: Powertrain and transmission specifications represent official laboratory configuration records filed under 40 CFR Part 600. For detailed fuel economy ratings, electric range, and annual fuel costs, explore the 2016 Honda Civic MPG & Range Report.

Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture

Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities

EPA Regulatory Size Class

  • Midsize Cars
  • Compact Cars

NHTSA NCAP Body Formats

  • 2016 Honda Civic 2 DR FWD
  • 2016 Honda Civic 4 DR FWD

Active Safety Technology

Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.

Related Official Reports for 2016 Honda Civic

Cross-reference fuel economy, safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall notices

Official US Government Data Provenance

Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.