Honda introduced a facelifted version for the Civic’s eight-generation in 2008, and, along with the rest of the range, it refreshed the coupe version as well.
By 2008, the Civic Coupe was more than just another sport-compact coupe vehicle on the market. It gained a status icon among teenagers. Its low displacement and high-power output allowed them to buy it and didn’t break the bank for the insurance.

The refreshed version featured clear-lens headlights and a revised front bumper, without fog-lights. Its side-pods featured a horizontal slat, but they were only fake air-intakes. Only the one in the middle was functional to cool the AC-compressor and help to cool the engine. From the side, depending on the trim level, Honda installed a small lip on the trunk lid. The SI version featured an oval exhaust, while the less-powered, 1.8-liter version was available with a round pipe. The carmaker offered the Civic Coupe with 15” light-alloy wheels fitted as standard, while a 16” set was on the options list.

Inside, the bolstered seats were well designed for more comfort but with enough side bolstering. The dual instrument cluster featured the speedometer onto an upper part on the bottom of the windshield, while the tachometer was placed behind the steering wheel.

Honda offered the 2008 Civic with a 6-speed manual for the 1.8-liter engine and a CVT gearbox choice.