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1998 Honda Civic
The 1998 Honda Civic is a small Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $19,950 for the CXI variant and topping out at $34,950 for the Vti-R variant.
There are 5 variants of the Civic available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-1995.
The 1998 Civic was offered with a 3 year, 80,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Honda Civic include 1.6 in-line 4-cylinder (88kW/144Nm), 1.6 in-line 4-cylinder (88kW/145Nm), 1.6 in-line 4-cylinder (93kW/145Nm) and 1.6 in-line 4-cylinder (118kW/148Nm). Available with 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic or automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,180 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,695 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,375 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,800 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Honda Civic is the CXI variant that starts from $19,950.
See all Honda Civic PricingThe most expensive Honda Civic is the Vti-R variant that starts from $34,950.
See all Honda Civic PricingThe largest Honda Civic is the GLI variant which measures 1695mm wide, 4450mm in length and sits 1390mm tall.
The most powerful Honda Civic is the Vti-R variant which has 118kW of power and 148nm of torque.
The Honda Civic is manufactured in different countries, depending on the variant, then shipped to Australia. The Honda Civic may be manufactured in Japan or USA.
The Honda Civic may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Premium Unleaded.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
* Average savings based on recent CarExpert customer transactions. Actual savings will vary depending on vehicle make and model, location, stock availability, and other factors.
†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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