Honda Civic



Overview of the Honda Civic
Learn about the Honda CivicSummary
The Honda Civic has been the best-selling car in Canada for two decades. Versatile, affordable, and loaded with exceptional safety features, the Civic is a solid investment. When treated right, the budget-friendly vehicle will remain dependable for years to come.
Five trim levels allow you to customize your exterior look and interior comfort, from subtle and subdued to decked-out and sporty. Some drivers may notice a lack of headroom—however, the one-touch moonroof makes the Civic feel more spacious. The Civic's lack of all-wheel drive is perhaps balanced by its high safety standards, which are getting more advanced every year.
Safety
Newer Honda Civic models offer advanced safety features that help you anticipate and avoid potential dangers, such as standard full-length side airbags and four-wheel anti-locking braking system (ABS) on models as old as 2008. The Civic also features electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) on most models, which optimizes your braking power based on the weight distribution in the car.
Standard safety features on newer models from 2018 include:
- Hill Start Assist to prevent you from rolling backwards on a hill
- Advanced Compatibility Engineering, which protects passengers during a collision by evenly distributing the front impact energy
- Six airbags
- Child safety features, such as rear door locks, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Energy-absorbing hood for pedestrian safety
Interior
The Honda Civic has a wealth of interior styles and colours to choose from, but it's worth noting that these are usually associated with particular trims. It comes down to your budget and preference—for instance, black fabric is offered on the low-end models, while mid-range to high-end models feature black leather.
For an additional price, drivers can also select these features, available across later 2000s models:
- Heated front and rear seats
- Power adjustment seating
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel and mounted controls
- Soft-touch instrument panels made with durable, higher grade materials for a pleasant look and feel
- Multi-functional centre console storage
- Climate control for both driver and passenger
Technology
The Honda Sensing Technology system is designed to make your journey safer by helping you in emergencies. New Civics from 2018 come with a forward collision warning system, collision mitigation warning system, lane departure warning system and blind-spot display.
The Civic's technology suite extends beyond its safety features. For example, the model has a 7" display audio system—although some drivers say this is difficult to operate.
Older models also have plenty of tech, such as full power accessories, keyless entry, a four-speaker CD/MP3 audio system and an auxiliary audio jack for enjoying your personal playlist—all standard on the LX trim from 2008.
Space
Some drivers claim the Honda Civic lacks height. However, the sedan models have been used for decades as a family-friendly vehicle that offers plenty of foot room and trunk space. We recommend test-driving different models to decide which interior is the most comfortable for you.
Comfort
Passengers in both front and back seats will enjoy ample legroom, comfortable seating and enough room to fit a family of five. Enjoy long road trips while sitting on both fabric and leather seating. The Civic sedan is more spacious in the back, so older kids can stretch out.
Pros and cons of the Honda Civic
- Impressive list of safety and tech features
- Best-selling car in Canada for 20 years
- Five trim levels from subdued to sporty
- Limited headroom
- No all-wheel drive
- Infotainment system can be difficult to operate
Safety ratings of the Honda Civic

Safety ratings provided by NHTSA
- Frontal crash rating
- Side crash rating
- Rollover rating
- Number of airbags6
Specifications of the Honda Civic
Key specifications available across all trim levels- Seats5
- Doors4
- Fuel typeGas
- TransmissionManual or Automatic
- City consumption7.4 - 9.3 L/100km
- Highway consumption5.5 - 6.5 L/100km
- Width1878 mm
- Length4631 - 4645 mm
- Trunk space379 - 428 L
- Cargo space379 - 428 L
Trims available with the Honda Civic
What is a trim? Trims are different options of the same car with different features and equipment. The specs depend on the trim you choose.This variant of the Honda Civic 2016 - present is available in 8 trims:DX trim features and specs
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the DX trim:
- Steel wheels
Available across all trims:
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
Available with the DX trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Lane departure warning (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Front-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
Available with the DX trim:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Cruise control (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
LX trim features and specs
Available with the LX trim:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Heated front seats
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the LX trim:
- High-beam assist (optional)
- Steel wheels
Available across all trims:
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
Available with the LX trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Dusk sensor
- Lane departure warning (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Front-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
Available with the LX trim:
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Touchscreen (optional)
- WiFi (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
SE trim features and specs
Available with the SE trim:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Heated front seats
- Leather steering wheel
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the SE trim:
- Alloy wheels
Available across all trims:
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
Available with the SE trim:
- Collision warning system
- Dusk sensor
- Lane departure warning
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Front-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
Available with the SE trim:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Touchscreen
- WiFi
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
EX-T trim features and specs
Available with the EX-T trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Heated front seats
- Leather steering wheel
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the EX-T trim:
- Alloy wheels
- Fog lights
- Sunroof
Available across all trims:
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
Available with the EX-T trim:
- Collision warning system
- Dusk sensor
- Lane departure warning
- Overtaking sensors
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Front-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
Available with the EX-T trim:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Keyless entry
- Touchscreen
- WiFi (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
EX trim features and specs
Available with the EX trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Electrically adjustable front seats (optional)
- Heated front seats
- Leather steering wheel (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the EX trim:
- Alloy wheels
- High-beam assist (optional)
- Sunroof
Available across all trims:
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
Available with the EX trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Dusk sensor
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Overtaking sensors
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Front-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
Available with the EX trim:
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Keyless entry
- Touchscreen
- WiFi (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
Sport trim features and specs
Available with the Sport trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Leather steering wheel
- Paddle shifters
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the Sport trim:
- Alloy wheels
- Fog lights
- High-beam assist
- Sunroof
Available across all trims:
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
Available with the Sport trim:
- Collision warning system
- Dusk sensor
- Lane departure warning
- Overtaking sensors
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Front-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
Available with the Sport trim:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Keyless entry
- Touchscreen
- WiFi
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
Touring trim features and specs
Available with the Touring trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Leather steering wheel
- Paddle shifters (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the Touring trim:
- Alloy wheels
- Fog lights
- High-beam assist (optional)
- LED headlights
- Sunroof
Available across all trims:
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
Available with the Touring trim:
- Collision warning system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Dusk sensor
- Lane departure warning
- Overtaking sensors
- Rain sensor
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Front-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
Available with the Touring trim:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Digital radio
- Keyless entry
- Navigation system
- Touchscreen
- WiFi (optional)
- Wireless charging pad/mat
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
Si trim features and specs
Available with the Si trim:
- 2 climate zones
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Electrically adjustable front seats (optional)
- Heated front seats
- Heated rear seats (optional)
- Leather steering wheel
- Sport seats in the front
Available across all trims:
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Electric windows
- Emergency wheel
- ISOFIX installation points
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Power steering
Available with the Si trim:
- Alloy wheels
- Fog lights
- High-beam assist (optional)
- LED headlights
- Sunroof
Available across all trims:
- Daytime running lights
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
Available with the Si trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Dimming interior mirror (optional)
- Dusk sensor
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Overtaking sensors
- Rain sensor (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Collision warning system with automatic braking
- Disc brakes
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Front-wheel drive
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
Available with the Si trim:
- Adaptive cruise control (optional)
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- CD player (optional)
- Computer
- Cruise control
- Digital radio
- Keyless entry
- MP3-CD player (optional)
- Navigation system
- Touchscreen
- WiFi
- Wireless charging pad/mat
Available across all trims:
- Bluetooth
- Hill start assist
- Power door locks
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
Frequently asked questions about the Honda Civic
The Honda Civic's engine parts are manufactured in the US and Japan, and final assembly takes place in the US and Canada.
The Honda Civic has received a reliability rating of 3/5 from J.D. Power, which is an average score for its class.
Yes. Automatic transmissions are available in the 2019 LX, EX, Sport, Touring, Si trims. The automatic transmission type is called continuously variable transmission (CVT).
No. Front Wheel Drive (FWD) is available on all trims and years. All-wheel drive is available on other Honda models.
Due to its affordability, the Honda Civic is not considered a luxury car. However, recent iterations are equipped with many performance-driven features.