1986 Honda Civic Hatchback DX 5MT
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All photo credits
- Photo: 1987 Honda Civic MT 1.3 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1986 Honda Civic 1.3 Luxe by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1985 Honda Civic 1.3 Luxe by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1987 Honda Civic MT 1.3 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Honda Civic 1.3, RL-60-ZY (51008007838) by louisznl from Netherlands, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1986 Honda Civic Hatchback DX 5MT is a 76-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $7,433 MSRP and is rated at 28 mpg combined.
It makes 76 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 84 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 26 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (28 mpg combined).
The Civic Hatchback measures 150.0 inches long on a 93.7-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $7,433 ($22,041 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.5L SOHC inline-4 (carbureted) |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Horsepower | 76 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 84 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 12-valve (3 valves/cyl.) |
| Bore and Stroke | 73.9 x 86.6 mm (2.91 x 3.41 in.) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Injection Type | Single 3-bbl. downdraft carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Final Drive | 4.266 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 26 MPG |
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Combined | 28 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut, front anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Trailing-arm solid beam axle, rear anti-roll bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Vacuum-assisted front disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Rear drum |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 150 in |
| Width | 64 in |
| Height | 53 in |
| Wheelbase | 93.7 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1986 Honda Civic Hatchback DX 5MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1986 Honda CIVIC. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 24, 1995 · 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.
Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
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 INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUG ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, THEN PRESS THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS ANY SIGN OF BREAKAGE OR CRACKING, OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, PROMPTLY CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED HONDA/ACURA DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.
NHTSA campaign 95V103001
Nov 18, 1988 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
UNDER HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTACT UNIT COULD LOOSEN AND BECOME DISLODGED.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE AND WOULDAFFECT DRIVER VISIBILITY.
Remedy: INSTALL A CONTACT UNIT HOLDER THAT WOULD PREVENT LOOSENING.
NHTSA campaign 88V180000
Mar 20, 1986 · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
LEFT SIDE DRIVE SHAFT COULD DEVELOP CRACKS NEAR THE OUTER JOINT.
Consequence: CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: DURING HIGH STRESS SITUATIONS, SUCH AS RAPID ACCELERATION OR DECELERATION, THE DRIVE SHAFT COULD BREAK WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AND A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: REPLACE LEFT DRIVE SHAFT WITH A PROPERLY MANUFACTURED PART.
NHTSA campaign 86V045000
35 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1986 Honda CIVIC
Owner Complaints
35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1986 Honda CIVIC (3 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 13 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Fuel System | 3 |
| Gasoline | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1986 HONDA CIVIC. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.