How much horsepower does the Civic 1.5T have?
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The Civic's 1.5L Earth Dreams engine delivers 177 horsepower. The Civic is a sporty A-segment sedan under Honda. The Civic has a wheelbase of 2700 mm, with length, width, and height measuring 4658 mm, 1800 mm, and 1416 mm respectively. The Civic is equipped with two engine options: a 1.0-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine and a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The 1.0-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine produces 125 horsepower and 173 Nm of maximum torque, with maximum power achieved at 5500 rpm and peak torque available between 2000 to 4500 rpm. The 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine generates 177 horsepower and 226 Nm of maximum torque, delivering maximum power at 5500 rpm and peak torque from 1800 to 5500 rpm.
I've been driving the 10th-gen Civic 1.5T for three years, and its factory 177 horsepower is more than enough for daily use. The turbo kicks in quickly at start-up, and it doesn't hesitate when overtaking on the highway. The 11th-gen upgrade to 182 horsepower makes it even more powerful, while fuel consumption remains around 7L. Honda's L15B engine is tuned for sportiness, paired with a CVT transmission that delivers exceptionally smooth acceleration. For those who frequently take long trips, I'd recommend the high-power version, but for city commuting, 177 horsepower is more than sufficient. There's actually quite a bit of tuning potential—some fellow enthusiasts have pushed it past 200 horsepower with just a Stage 1 tune, though warranty concerns should be considered. Every time the light turns green, it leaves a bunch of cars behind—this small-displacement turbo engine is truly a gem!
