Engine swap 1.8 i-vtec to 2.0 i-vtec (type R) I've been comparising the engine bay of a type R with that of a 1.8 i-vtec. At first sight it seems easy to put a 2.0 i-vtec in the place of a 1.8 i-vtec. (their are similarities in the placement of the airbox, ECU and batterie, and some other). Honda launched a Black special edition in July 2014, available with either the 1.6 i-DTEC diesel or 1.8 i-VTEC petrol engines, this variant combining a number of gloss black elements to give a bold look with attitude. The MK9 Civic model was updated by a facelifted version in the spring of 2015. What You Get Powering the new 11th generation Civic Sedan EX and Touring grades, as well as the Civic Hatchback EX-L and Sport Touring is the latest of the 1.5-liter Turbo (L15B7 with VTEC®). Compared to the versions of the engine used in the 10th generation Civic, multiple updates have been made to improve output, fuel efficiency and emissions. On the bright side, many of the Honda 1.5 turbo engine problems were solved as of 2021 and 2022. The primary issue with the 1.5 turbo engines was oil dilution, which caused other issues on its own. This is primarily due to how long it takes the 1.5 turbo engine to heat up, especially in colder weather. Used Honda Civic SE Plus. £4,500 (147) £6,500 (127) £7,500 (109) £8,500 (89) With 160 used Honda Civic SE Plus cars available on Auto Trader, we have the largest range of cars for sale available across the UK. | 44,706 miles. Hybrid Sedan 4D. $25,455. $8,808. Natural Gas Sedan 4D. $27,430. $8,631. For reference, the 2014 Honda Civic originally had a starting sticker price of $19,810, with the range-topping Civic hYhWsum. Common Honda Civic ('06-'12) problems * Eighth-generation Honda Civic problems * Recalls explained; reliability issues highlighted * Read this before you buy But I'm having trouble finding one as they seem a bit thin on the ground. Their are however a sea of 1.4's. Sooooo, is it worth waiting for a 1.5 or would i be equally happy with the 1.4. I tink it's 115 vs 90 hp, and about 43 vs 40 mpg according to the book figures so on paper at least the 1.5 seems the one to have. First up is a new 1.4-litre i-VTEC petrol engine thats more powerful, yet cleaner and more economical than the 1.4 unit it replaces. Honda Civic 5-door 1.4 SE manual Price from: 14,750 Power Rated 'Excellent' Trustpilot. Despite having six gears this 1.4-litre Civic Sport it’s not all that refined at high speed. Wind and tyre noise isn’t an issue, but there’s a noticeable drone Honda Civic 1.6 i DTEC - Long commute - balleballe. The 1.6 idtec is very economical and you can pick up a good specced one for 16k through 'drive the deal'. It was recently entered into the guiness book of records for a ridiculous mpg during a long journey, think it was 100mpg. If youre doing 30k a year with mainly motorways/A roads then

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