Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Civic.
The 2019 Honda Civic is a compact car that requires 3.7 quarts of oil with a 0W-20 viscosity specification, and it was produced during a period in the model's long-term reliability record that showed meaningful improvement over earlier generations—with data spanning from 1990 to 2022 showing complaints ranging from a peak of 1,402 in 2006 down to a low of just 102 in 1990, the 2019 model year recorded 348 total owner complaints, placing it well below the model's historical highs while still experiencing steering-related issues as its top complaint area across two recalls.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 51R · 410 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 178 in |
| Overall width | 74 in |
| Overall height | 56.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Curb weight | 2917 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 61 / 61.4 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 62/38 |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Civic of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Type R 5-door Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.10 sec | 13.60 sec | 306 hp | FWD |
| 2019 | Type R 5-door Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.10 sec | 13.70 sec | 306 hp | FWD |
| 2019 | Si Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 6.60 sec | 14.90 sec | 205 hp | FWD |
| 2019 | Touring Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 6.80 sec | 15.20 sec | 174 hp | FWD |
| 2019 | Touring Sedan 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.00 sec | 15.40 sec | 174 hp | FWD |
| 2019 | Sport 5-door Hatchback 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 7.20 sec | 15.40 sec | 180 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | Type R Touring 5-door Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 4.90 sec | 13.60 sec | 306 hp | FWD |
| 2018 | Type R Touring 5-door Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.00 sec | 13.70 sec | 306 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 3.7 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Brake Fluid | Dot 3 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.7 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.4 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.4 qt |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 13 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 10 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 33.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Flex or Driveplate Bolts | 55.0 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 18 |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 181.0 |
| Front Wheel Hub | 131.0 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 750 Checking Speed rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | ±50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 750 Speed up rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (Secondary Under Load) | ±50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 720 Checking Speed rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | ±50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (Secondary Under Load) | 720 Speed up rpm |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.893 - 1.003 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | ND-8 |
| Oil Capacity | 2.60 - 3.50 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 410 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 47 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 57.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 64.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 58.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 65.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 57.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 64.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 73.0 |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 80.0 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 25.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 80.0 ft-lbs |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 37.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 18 ft-lbs |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 80.0 ft-lbs |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: NS; Rear: 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 103.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 80.0 ft-lbs |
| 1 | 10 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°. | 10 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 44 inch lbs., Step 2: 29 ft. lbs., Step 3: 120°. | 44 in |
| 1 | 30 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90°. Step 3: 90°. Step 4: If using new bolts turn an additional 90°. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22 ft. lbs., Step 2: 40°. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 26 ft. lbs., Step 2: 41°. | 26 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2019 Honda Civic sits within the 2016+ model-year arc, which opened with a sharp complaint spike of 1,061 in 2016 and then trended downward. Against that backdrop, 2019 records 348 complaints and 2 recalls, down substantially from 2018 (601 complaints, 4 recalls), 2017 (574 complaints, 6 recalls), and the 2016 high point. Its complaint and recall counts are the lowest of that three-year post-launch window, while TSBs at 193 also trail 2016-2018 yet remain above the 2020-2021 trough. The top complaint areas are steering (63), fuel system/gasoline (58), fuel/propulsion system (47), and unknown/other (28), with 23 crash-related complaints and zero fire complaints; the federal data does not specify root causes. Given its position on the declining side of the generation's complaint curve, 2019 looks like a comparatively sound used Civic purchase within this range.
All 348 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit… Remedy: Honda will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 22, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic… Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…
Showing 5 of 193 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A25-076 | 2025-07-28 | Engine | Service Bulletin - Oil leak at timing chain tensioner inspection cover due to possible… |
| ATI&08062024906 | 2024-08-06 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020… |
| ATI&07222024906 | 2024-07-22 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for certain 2018-2020… |
| ATI&07052024901 | 2024-07-06 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Dealer Message - Dealer Message - American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (AHM) is searching for… |
| A23-039 | 2024-06-19 | Visibility/Wiper | Service Bulletin - Due to a new North America regulation which introduces a new… |
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3.7 qt of 0W-20, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.