2009 Civic GX Specifications
| Engineering | |
| GX | |
| Engine Type | In-Line 4-Cylinder |
| Engine Block/Cylinder Head | Aluminum-Alloy |
| Displacement (cc) | 1799 |
| Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net) | 113 @ 6300 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 109 @ 4300 |
| Bore and Stroke (mm) | 81 x 87.3 |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 |
| Valve Train | 16-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® |
| Multi-Point Natural-Gas Fuel Injection | standard |
| Drive-by-Wire™ Throttle System | standard |
| Front-Wheel Drive | standard |
| CARB Emissions Rating | AT-PZEV* |
| Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | standard |
| Battery | 12V-36Ah/5Hr |
| Alternator | 12V-90Ah |
| Transmission | |
| GX | |
| Compact 5-Speed Automatic Transmission | standard |
| Gear Ratios: 1st: 2.666, 2nd: 1.534, 3rd: 1.022, 4th: 0.721, 5th: 0.525, Reverse: 1.957, Final Drive: 4.440 | |
| Body/Suspension/Chassis | |
| GX | |
| Unit-Body Construction | standard |
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | standard |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | standard |
| Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering | standard |
| Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock | 2.7 |
| Steering Ratio | 13.7 |
| Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft.) | 34.8 |
| Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes (in., front/rear) | 11.1 / 8.7 |
| Wheels | 15" with Full Covers |
| All-Season Tires | P195 / 65 R15 89H |
| Compact Spare Tire | standard |
| Interior Measurements | |
| GX | |
| Headroom (in., front/rear) | 39.4 / 37.4 |
| Legroom (in., front/rear) | 42.2 / 34.6 |
| Shoulder Room (in., front/rear) | 53.7 / 52.4 |
| Hiproom (in., front/rear) | 51.9 / 51.0 |
| Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) | 6.0 |
| Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) | 90.9 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Exterior Measurements | |
| GX | |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 106.3 |
| Length (in.) | 177.3 |
| Height (in.) | 56.5 |
| Width (in.) | 69.0 |
| Track (in., front/rear) | 59.0 / 60.2 |
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 2910 |
| Weight Distribution (%, front/rear) | 59 / 41 |
| EPA Mileage Estimates/Capacities† | |
| GX | |
| 5-Speed Automatic Transmission (City/Highway/Combined) | 24 / 36 / 28 |
| Crankcase (qt.) | 4.7 |
| Coolant System (qt.) | 7.0 |
| Fuel (gal.) | 8.03 GGE @ 3600psi |
| Required Fuel | CNG fuel tank is almost as impressive as the engine. The tank is lightweight, strong and built for safety. And for extra peace of mind, we\'ve equipped the tank with an in-tank solenoid valve that will cut off the flow of gas if the system is compromised, or when the engine is turned off.','','');){kind=small} |
| Safety | |
| GX | |
| 3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions | standard |
| Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System | standard |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat Belt Reminder | standard |
| Adjustable Front Seat Belt Anchors | standard |
| Dual-Stage, Dual-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) | standard |
| Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) | standard |
| Side Curtain Airbags | standard |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Active Head Restraints | standard |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | standard |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | standard |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | standard |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)** | standard |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | standard |
| Side-Impact Door Beams | standard |
| Outboard Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) | standard |
| Child-Proof Rear Door Locks | standard |
| Immobilizer Theft-Deterrent System | standard |
| Emergency Trunk Release | standard |
| Exterior Features | |
| GX | |
| Integrated Rear-Window Antenna | standard |
| Security System with Remote Entry | standard |
| Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors | standard |
| 2-Speed/Intermittent Windshield Wipers | standard |
| Impact-Absorbing Body-Colored Bumpers | standard |
| Multi-Reflector Halogen Headlights | standard |
| Tinted Glass | standard |
| Body-Colored Door Handles | standard |
| Comfort & Convenience | |
| GX | |
| Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System | standard |
| Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's Window | standard |
| Power Door Locks with Auto-Lock Feature | standard |
| Cruise Control | standard |
| Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | Cruise |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | standard |
| Beverage Holders | Front |
| Center Console with Sliding Armrest and Storage Compartment | standard |
| Front Door-Pocket Storage Bins | standard |
| Satin-Finish Door-Handle Pulls | standard |
| Coin Tray | standard |
| Remote Fuel Filler Door Release | standard |
| Remote Trunk Release with Lock | standard |
| Headlights-On Reminder | standard |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Vanity Mirrors | standard |
| Map Lights | standard |
| Rear-Seat Heater Ducts | standard |
| Floor Mats | standard |
| Driver's Footrest | standard |
| 12-Volt Power Outlet | Front |
| Rear Window Defroster with Timer | standard |
| Cargo Area Light | standard |
| Seating | |
| GX | |
| Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | standard |
| Reclining Front Seatbacks | standard |
| Adjustable Head Restraints | standard |
| Audio System | |
| GX | |
| 160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 2 Speakers | standard |
| MP3/Windows Media® Audio (WMA) Playback Capability†† | standard |
| MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack | standard |
| CD Text Display Capability | standard |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC) | standard |
| Instrumentation | |
| GX | |
| Two-Tier Instrument Panel | standard |
| Blue Backlit Gauges | standard |
| Tachometer | standard |
| Digital Odometer and Digital Trip Meters (2) | standard |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator** | standard |
| Maintenance Minder™ System | standard |
| Exterior Temperature Indicator | standard |
| Fuel and Coolant Temperature Indicators | standard |
| Door/Trunk-Open Indicators | standard |
| Low-Fuel and Low-Oil Pressure Indicators | standard |
| Passenger-Side Side Airbag-Off Indicator | standard |
| Front Passenger Airbag-Off Indicator | standard |
* AT-PZEV (Advanced Technology Partial Zero-Emission Vehicle), as certified by California Air Resources Board (CARB) in California and states that have adopted California emissions standards.
† Based on 2009 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
** For optimal tire wear and performance, tire pressure should be checked regularly with a gauge. Do not rely solely on the monitor system. See your owner’s manual for details.
†† Windows Media® is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
