What is the actual fuel consumption of the Honda Civic 1.8?
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The actual fuel consumption of the Honda Civic 1.8 is around 8.7. Concept of fuel consumption: Fuel consumption generally refers to constant-speed fuel consumption. Constant-speed fuel consumption is the vehicle's fuel consumption per 100 kilometers obtained in the constant-speed driving fuel consumption test specified by national standards for certain types of vehicles. Factors affecting fuel consumption: Generally, factors affecting fuel consumption include vehicle condition, driving habits, road conditions, vehicle weight and load, etc. The actual fuel consumption of a car needs to be comprehensively considered from multiple factors. For example, some drivers drive slowly, accelerate gently, maintain a steady speed, and brake gradually, which may result in relatively low fuel consumption.
Back when I drove the Honda Civic 1.8 for several years, fuel consumption heavily depended on usage conditions. In urban driving without traffic congestion, it averaged around 8 to 9 liters per 100 kilometers. During heavy traffic or frequent short trips with multiple starts, it could spike above 10 liters. On highways with smooth driving, it was quite fuel-efficient, reaching 6 to 7 liters, primarily due to the CVT transmission and high-efficiency engine design. Actual consumption was slightly higher than the official 7.5L rating, with many influencing factors—such as smoother throttle control, fewer sudden accelerations, and avoiding excessive loads—helping save significant fuel. Vehicle age also played a key role: post-break-in period, consumption stabilized, but after 3 to 5 years, it might increase by about 1 liter. Regular maintenance like oil changes, air filter cleaning, and proper tire pressure checks can improve fuel efficiency. My six-month recorded average was 8.3L, showing how much personal driving habits affect consumption.