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Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Model Introduced Year
2022
2020
Generation
Based on 11th generation platform
Second generation Dzire on HEARTECT platform — same structural architecture as the fifth-generation Swift, updated with Z12E DualJet engine for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
Facelift History
Introduced with latest Civic generation
Second-generation Dzire (ZD41S) introduced globally in 2017; engine updated to Z12E DualJet in SA specification for 2024 launch; minor equipment and colour updates in 2026.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2026
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Sedan
Sedan
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Blue, Red, Grey
Arctic White Pearl, Grandeur Grey Metallic, Midnight Black Pearl, Burning Red Pearl, Speedy Blue
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Sedan
Sedan
Tare Mass Kg
1350 kg
940 kg
Vehicle Type
Sedan
Sedan
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Length
4678 mm
3995 mm
Width
1802 mm
1735 mm
Height
1415 mm
1525 mm
Wheelbase
2735 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
134 mm
145 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
134 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
47 l
37 l
Boot/Cargo Space
495 l
378 l
Kerb Weight
1350 kg
940 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1800 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity
430 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
1200 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.5 m
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
955 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
942 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
1074 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
950 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Torsion Beam
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Power Steering
Electric Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Adjustable
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
Multi-Link
Torsion Beam
Chassis Material
Monocoque
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Torsion Beam
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Shock Absorber Type
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Shock Absorbers
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows
All Doors Auto
Standard
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
15W Wireless Charging
Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
495 l
378 l
AC Type
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Climate Zones
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Drag Coefficient
0.27
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors Auto
Standard
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Standard
Engine Warranty
24 Months
4 Years
Exhaust Type
Dual Chrome Exhaust
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
6.2
4.6
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Intercooler
Standard
-
Panoramic Roof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Doors Auto
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Rear Seat Split
60:40
-
Ride Mode Selection
Standard
-
Seat Type
Sport Seats
Fabric with Leather Trim
Skid Plates
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Mounted Controls
Audio and Cruise
Standard
Tail Lamps
LED
LED Tail Lamps
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Adjustable
Voice Command
Standard
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Voice Command Support
Built-in
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Accelerator 0 100
8.5 sec
13.2 sec
Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Standard
Lift Gate
Not Available
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Mirror
All Doors Auto
Standard
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Smart Key
Standard
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
-
Rear Air Conditioning
Standard
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear LED Combination Taillights
LED
LED Tail Lamps
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Smart Key
Standard
Rim Size
18-inch Alloy
15 Inches
Sonar
Front and Rear
-
Sound System
12 Bose
4
Source Model Column
civic-rs
dzire
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Adjustable
Sub Frame
Monocoque
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Not Available
Trim Level
top
flagship
Unlocking
Smart Key
Standard
Variant Role
Core range derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
Standard
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Smart Key
Standard
Walk Away Lock
Smart Key
Standard
Wireless Charger
Standard
15W Wireless Charging
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Heads Up Display
-
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Standard — Front
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Stabilizer Bar
-
Standard
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Digital Speedometer
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Front Wiper
-
Standard
Front Wipers Type
-
Standard
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Standard
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Z12E
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1498 cc
1197 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.3:1
12.0:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
73 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
95.5 mm
Maximum Power
178 kW
60 kW @ 5700 rpm
Maximum Torque
240 Nm
112 Nm @ 4300 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Transmission
CVT
CVT
Top Speed
210 km/h
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.5 sec
13.2 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco Normal Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
131.9 kW/tonne
63.8 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
177.8 Nm/tonne
119.1 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Gearbox
CVT Automatic
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
CVT
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable Transmission
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque Converter with CVT Belt Drive
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Paddle Shifters
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain
4x2
FWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
CVT Automatic
CVT Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
CVT
Engine Position
-
Transverse Front-Mounted
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Claimed Mileage
16.1 km/l
21.7 km/l
City Mileage
12 km/l
17.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
16 km/l
25 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
47 l
37 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
16.1 km/l
21.7 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
47
37
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Alarm System
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Standard — Front
Front Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Standard — Low Speed AEB
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
6
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
6
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Standard — Front
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Standard — Front
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
6
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Central Locking
-
Standard
Fatigue Detection
-
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Cruise Control
Adaptive
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Rear View Camera
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Lights
LED Projector
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Rear View Camera
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Standard
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Front and Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Front and Rear
-
Pre-Collision System
Standard
-
Rear View Camera
Standard
Rear View Camera
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
Rear View Camera
Reversing Camera
Standard
Rear View Camera
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Front Camera
-
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Seat Material
Leather
Fabric with Leather Trim
Seat Adjustment
Driver Electric
Manual 6-way
Heated Seats
Front
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Electric Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Adjustable
Ambient Lighting
Multi-color
Not Applicable
Folding Rear Seats
60:40
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear AC Vents
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
6
5
60 40 Split Seat
60:40
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Electric
Manual 6-way
Driver Seat Adjustment
Driver Electric
Manual 6-way
Fabric Seats
Leather
Fabric with Leather Trim
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Driver Electric
Manual 4-way
Driver Seat
Driver Electric
Manual 6-way
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium sporty interior
9-inch touchscreen on GL+ with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, rear view camera from GL+, push-button start from GL+, six airbags on GL+ CVT, AEB and lane departure warning on GL+ CVT, manual air conditioning standard, ch
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
Fabric with Leather Trim
Interior Colours
6
5
Seat Fold Type
60:40
-
Seat Trim
Leather
Fabric with Leather Trim
Rear USB Ports
-
1 USB Type-A
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Seat Belt Warning
-
Standard — Front
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Infotainment System
10.2-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
12 Bose
4
Navigation System
Built-in
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Multi-Information Display (MID)
USB Ports
Not Available
1 USB Type-A
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Audio and Cruise
Standard
Voice Recognition
Standard
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Infotainment Screen Size
10.2-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Audio Controls On Steering
Audio and Cruise
Standard
Infotainment Display
10.2-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Audio Speakers
12 Bose
4
Audio System
12 Bose
4
Display Audio
10.2-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
10.2-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Connected Services
Standard
Standard
Voice Control
Standard
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Touchscreen
10.2-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
1 USB Type-A
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
1 USB Type-A
Head Up Display
-
Not Available
Multi Information Display
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
LED Headlamps
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED DRL
Fog Lamps
LED
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
18-inch Alloy
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Exterior Colour Options
6
5
Roof Type
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Body Type
Sedan
Sedan
DRL
LED
LED DRL
Fog Lights
LED
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
LED
Not Available
Led Headlights
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Led Taillights
LED
LED Tail Lamps
Auto Headlights
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED DRL
Electric Blind Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
6
5
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors Auto
Standard
Front Fog Lamps
LED
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Headlamps
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Headlight Type
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Headlights
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Rear Wiper
-
Standard
Rear Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Approach Angle
-
0 deg
Departure Angle
-
0 deg
Wading Depth
-
0 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Approach Angle Deg
-
0 deg
Breakover Angle
Not Available
0 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
0 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
134 mm
145 mm
Ground Clearance Min
134 mm
145 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
0 mm
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
0 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
1 Rear Tow Hook
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
-
0 deg
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Tyre Size
235/40 R18
185/65 R15
Wheel Type
18-inch Alloy
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch Alloy
15 Inches
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Drum
Tyre Type
235/40 R18
185/65 R15
Wheel Diameter
18-inch Alloy
15 Inches
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Conventional Handbrake
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Audio and Cruise
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Adaptive
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Audio and Cruise
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Wheel Material
18-inch Alloy
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Wheels
18-inch Alloy
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
236 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
190 mm
Parking Brake Type
-
Conventional Handbrake
Tyre Load Index
-
84
Tyre Speed Rating
-
H
Spare Tyre
Not Available
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Auto Brake Hold
-
Conventional Handbrake
Electric Park Brake
-
Conventional Handbrake
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Wheel Size Type
-
15 Inches
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Service Interval
10000 km / 12 months
15,000 km or 12 Months
Approx Service Cost
Moderate
Approx R1,800–R2,400 per Service
Battery Warranty
24 Months
12 Months
Maintenance Plan
24 Months
Not Included
Engine Oil Change Interval
10000 km / 12 months
10,000 km or 6 Months
Service Plan Duration
24 Months
Not Included
Service Plan Distance
24 Months
Not Included
Service Plan
24 Months
Not Included
Service Intervals
10000 km / 12 months
15,000 km or 12 Months
Accessory Battery Type
Lead Acid
-
Engine Oil Capacity
-
2.9 l
First Service At
-
1,000 km Inspection
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Underbody Rust Protection
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Warranty Years
3
5
Warranty Kilometers
3
5
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Basic Warranty
3
5
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty
3
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
CO2 Emissions
135 g/km
115 g/km
Start Stop System
Standard
Not Available
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
93 RON Unleaded
Particulate Filter
Not Available
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 5
Idle CO2 Output
135
Within Euro 5 Limits
CO2 Emissions G Km
135
115
Noise Level
-
67 dB
Variable Valve Timing
-
Dual VVT on Intake and Exhaust
Green NCAP Rating
-
Not Independently Rated
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Real-world City Mileage Min
10 l/100km
5.5 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
12 l/100km
7.0 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
14 l/100km
4.8 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
17 l/100km
5.8 l/100km
Owner Review Count
19
8
Spec
Civic RS
Dzire
Ownership Role
Top
Flagship
Price Zar
725000 ZAR
272900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
725000
272900
Starting Price Zar
725000
272900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Civic RS and Dzire comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Civic RS 63 vs Dzire 26.
Efficiency index: Civic RS 63 vs Dzire 80.
Safety-equipment index: Civic RS 92 vs Dzire 88.
Practicality index: Civic RS 58 vs Dzire 60.
Ownership-cover index: Civic RS 43 vs Dzire 71.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Civic RS leads by 2 points
Civic RS and Dzire are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Civic RS
Performance
63/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
58/100
Ownership
43/100
Dzire
Performance
26/100
Efficiency
80/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
60/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexHonda Civic RS
leads the specification evidence index with 65 pts
vs 63 pts for Dzire
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Civic RS leads. However, Dzire may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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