
2009 Honda Civic GX Summary
The 2009 Civic GX is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan, available in one trim only, the 5-Spd AT [Limited Availability].
Upon introduction to Louisville, the Civic GX is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 113-horsepower, compressed natural gas engine that achieves 24-mpg in the city and 36-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
The 2009 Civic GX is a carryover from 2008.
Transmission
- 5-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission With Overdrive
Steering
- Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
- Telescopic Steering Column
- Tilt Steering Column
Suspension
- Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
- Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
- 10-mm Rear Stabilizer Bar
Electrical
- Front Power Outlet
- 36-Amp/Hour Battery
- 90-Amp Alternator

The 2009 Civic Coupe is a 2-door, 5-passenger family coupe, available in 12 trims, ranging from the DX 5-Spd MT to the EX-L 5-Spd AT w/ Navigation System.
Upon introduction to Louisville, the DX 5-Spd MT is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 140-horsepower engine that achieves 26-mpg in the city and 34-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. The EX-L 5-Spd AT w/ Navigation System is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 140-horsepower engine that achieves 25-mpg in the city and 36-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
The 2009 Civic Coupe is a carryover from 2008.
Transmission
- 5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive
Steering
- Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
- Telescopic Steering Column
- Tilt Steering Column
Suspension
- Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
- Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
- 25-mm Front Stabilizer Bar
Electrical
- Front Power Outlet
- Battery
- Drive-By-Wire Throttle System(TM) Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle
- Audio Pre-Wiring
The 2008 Element is a 4-door, 4-passenger sport-utility, available in 10 trims, ranging from the LX 2WD 5-Spd MT to the SC 2WD 5-Spd AT.
Upon introduction, the LX 2WD 5-Spd MT is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 166-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 23-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. The SC 2WD 5-Spd AT is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 166-horsepower engine that achieves 20-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
The 2008 Element is a carryover from 2007.
Transmission
* 5-Speed Electronically Controlled Adaptive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive and Dash Mounted Shifter
* Adaptive Automatic Transmission
Steering
* Tilt Steering Column
* Power Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Suspension
* 25-mm Rear Stabilizer Bar
* Independent Control-Link MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs, Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
* Independent Double Wishbone Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
Electrical
* 2 Front Power Outlets
* Audio Pre-Wiring
* Rear Power Outlet
* Battery
* Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle