Honda Civic Hatchback Generations. By 1984 the Civic third-generation hatchback wheelbase grew by 5 inches and a 15L 4-cylinder with a 3-valve head became standard across the line. 2002 Honda Civic SiR.
540-Watt Premium Audio System with 12 Speakers including Subwoofer. Select the trims you want to compare. With a wheelbase of 886 inches for the hatchback.
A lower bonnet line and larger glass surfaces also helped reduce drag as well as giving the inside a more airy feel.
Honda Civic Hatchback 2017-Present 2002-05 1996-2000 1992-95 1988-91 1986-87 1984-85 1979-83 1972-78. 2021 Civic Hatchback Specifications by Trim. The VTEC engine was first introduced in 1990 in the MK4 Civic. By the time the second-generation Civic debuted in 1980 Honda had surpassed its status as a niche automaker.