Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008--2014-2009 | 2008--2014-2009 | 2008--2014-2009 |
Model | Civic | Civic | Civic | Civic | Civic | Civic | Wrangler | Wrangler | Wrangler |
Trim | DX | LX | EX | EX-L | Si | Hybrid | Unlimited X | Unlimited Sahara | Unlimited Rubicon |
Engines | |||||||||
Transmissions | |||||||||
Drivetrains | |||||||||
Final Drive Ratios | |||||||||
Tires | |||||||||
Audio Systems | |||||||||
Accessories | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||||||
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | |||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | |||||||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | |||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||||||
Torso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | |||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||||||||
Cargo Management | |||||||||
Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | |||||||||
Do not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area. | |||||||||
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | |||||||||
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers. | |||||||||
Climate Control | |||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||||||
Drivetrain | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
When one front wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | |||||||||
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | |||||||||
The front differential can be manually locked using a button. Only for use at low speeds on loose surfaces. | |||||||||
The rear differential can be manually locked using a button. Only for use at low-speeds on loose surfaces. | |||||||||
Engine / Motor | |||||||||
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold. | |||||||||
Exterior | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | |||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||||||
Requires external spare tire. | |||||||||
Spare tire mounted to the tailgate. | |||||||||
Only in a Jeep. | |||||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||||||
Prevent underbody damage when off-roading. | |||||||||
Used to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud. | |||||||||
Used to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | |||||||||
Infotainment | |||||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||||||||
Includes CD player. | |||||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | |||||||||
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | |||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | |||||||||
Enables navigation even without roads. Requires and does not include the value of a navigation system. | |||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||||||
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription. | |||||||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | |||||||||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | |||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||||||
Front row reading lights. | |||||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||||||||
Reports engine speed. | |||||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||||||||
Fabric that resists stains, and in many cases odors as well. | |||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
The stabilizer bars can be disconnected to permit additional wheel travel off-road. | |||||||||
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
The letters on the tire sidewalls are white rather than black. | |||||||||
Transmission | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008 Honda Civic
5-speed automatic FWD
5-speed manual FWD
5-speed automatic FWD
CVT FWD
CVT FWD
5-speed manual FWD
What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008--2014-2009 Jeep Wrangler
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range