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1991 Honda Civic

US · Sedan · Two Seaters

The 1991 Honda Civic is listed in the US market as a sedan with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Power
158 hp (118 kW)
Torque
138 lb-ft (187 Nm)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 43 mpg (5.5 L/100 km) combined
Seating
5 seats
1991 Honda Civic
Exterior (Front)
Photo: MercurySable99 (CC BY-SA 4.0) · CC BY-SA 4.0
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Power Output
158 hp (118 kW)
Peak Torque
138 lb-ft (187 Nm)
Combined Economy
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 43 mpg (5.5 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD, AWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Capacity
5 seats · 4 doors
Exterior Dimensions
184.0″ L × 70.9″ W × 55.7″ H
Curb Weight
2,937 lbs (1,332 kg)
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement1.5 L to 1.6 L
Cylinders4
AspirationNaturally aspirated
Power158 hp (118 kW)
Torque138 lb-ft (187 Nm)
Fuel typeGasoline

Performance

Performance
SpecificationValueSource
0–100 km/h8.5 s
Top speed124 mph (200 km/h)

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: FWD, AWD

Dimensions

Dimensions
SpecificationValueSource
Length184.0 in (4,674 mm)
Width70.9 in (1,802 mm)
Height55.7 in (1,415 mm)
Wheelbase107.7 in (2,735 mm)

Weight

Weight
SpecificationValueSource
Curb weight2,937 lb (1,332 kg)

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 43 mpg (5.5 L/100 km)
City21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 40 mpg (5.9 L/100 km)
Highway24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 47 mpg (5.0 L/100 km)

Capacity

Capacity
SpecificationValueSource
Seats5
Doors4

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Towing capacity, Payload, Ground clearance, Gross vehicle weight rating, Electric range, Battery capacity, Fuel tank, Cargo volume. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

14 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.

  • 09E025000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

    Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

    Reported May 11, 2009. View on NHTSA

  • 09E012000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

    Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

    Reported April 7, 2009. View on NHTSA

  • 08E050000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

    Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

    Reported August 11, 2008. View on NHTSA

  • 06E049000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

    Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

    Reported May 24, 2006. View on NHTSA

  • 06E040000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    CERTAIN E SPEED RACING COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

    Remedy: E SPEED RACING WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 10, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT E SPEED RACING 909-923-3636.

    Reported May 15, 2006. View on NHTSA

  • 06E032000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    CERTAIN EAGLE EYES AND SONAR HEADLIGHTS AND CORNER LIGHTS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE ON 1988-2005 HONDA CIVIC, 1990-2005 HONDA ACCORD, AND 1990-2001 ACURA INTEGRA PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. HEADLIGHTS AND CORNER LIGHTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

    Remedy: TOM MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF NONCOMPLIANT LIGHTS. THE RECALL BEGAN APRIL 17, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOM MOTORSPORT AT 626-968-4007.

    Reported April 18, 2006. View on NHTSA

  • 06E026000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

    Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

    Reported March 23, 2006. View on NHTSA

  • 95V103001: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

    THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.

    Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES. CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. CHECK THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE…

    Reported May 24, 1995. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 21, 2026

Data verified: October 21, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • 1992 Honda Civic
    1992 Honda Civic

    Sedan, Gasoline

    Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.5L 4-cylinder ((8-VALVE) (FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · 158 hp (118 kW) · FWD
    43 mpg (5.5 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

  • 1990 Honda Civic
    1990 Honda Civic

    Sedan, Gasoline

    Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · 158 hp (118 kW) · Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
    43 mpg (5.5 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1991 Honda Civic have?

Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

How much horsepower does the 1991 Honda Civic have?

158 hp (118 kW), as listed by our sources.

What is the fuel economy of the 1991 Honda Civic?

Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 43 mpg (5.5 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1991 Honda Civic front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.

How many seats does the 1991 Honda Civic have?

5 seats.

How long is the 1991 Honda Civic?

184.0 in (4,674 mm).

Are there recalls for the 1991 Honda Civic?

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.