2023 Honda Civic Sedan

　　

Honda Civic Video Shorts

by zzdcar Test Team

　　

2023 Honda Civic Review

byReese CountsVehicle Test Editor

　　Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at zzdcar in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at zzdcar and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.

　　, rating written byReese CountsCorrespondent

　　Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the zzdcar YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.

　　The 2023 Honda Civic is the latest iteration of one of the best-selling vehicles on the road today. Available as both a sedan and hatchback, the 11th-generation Civic moves into its second year with at least one big change: the return of the hatchback-only Civic Type R. You can read everything we know in detail on our dedicated Civic Type R page.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$109/mo  for Civic LX

　　Civic LX

　　LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT) - $23,450 MSRPLX 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl CVT) - $24,450 MSRPSport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT) (Most Popular) - $25,050 MSRPSport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl CVT) - $25,850 MSRPSport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M) - $25,850 MSRPEX 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) - $26,450 MSRPEX-L 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) - $28,150 MSRPSi 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $28,500 MSRPTouring 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) - $30,050 MSRPSport Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT) - $30,950 MSRPSport Touring 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $30,950 MSRPType R 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $43,295 MSRP

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　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　While many automakers, especially American ones, have dropped sedans from their lineups, there are still a few worthy competitors in this class. The Kia Forte and Hyundai Elantra offer a lot of features for the money, for example, and the Mazda 3 stands out with its stylish look and strong available turbocharged, all-wheel-drive power. Check out our test team's in-depth Expert Rating below to help you decide if the Civic will be best for you.

　　

What's it like to live with?

Fresh off naming the Honda Civic our zzdcar Top Rated Sedan for 2022, we added a Honda Civic Si to our long-term review fleet. That means rowing through the gears for 20,000 miles and 12 months to see what we like and dislike about one of our favorite cars. dedicated Civic Type R page

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Great

　　8.1

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

8.5/10

　　How does the Civic drive? We tested a Civic Touring sedan, which has the turbocharged engine. At our test track it accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 7.9 seconds. This is a little quicker than average for the small sedan class. It feels a little lazy off the line, but power grows steadily and quickly so you never feel the need to floor it like you would with the base 2.0-liter engine. The Civic's continuously variable automatic transmission is tuned well to deliver smooth power and quick responsiveness when you need a burst of speed.

　　Around turns, the Civic is stable and sporty, instilling confidence and providing some entertainment behind the wheel. The tires make a lot of noise, but they maintain a surprising amount of grip on the road, which also aids in above-average braking performance. Ultimately this Civic is easy and effortless to drive, which is precisely what we'd want from an affordable sedan.

　　

Comfort

7.5/10

　　How comfortable is the Civic? The Civic's suspension does a pretty good job of smoothing out bumps in the road. It doesn't ride as comfortably as some other small cars, but given the car's sporty handling, we think it's an acceptable trade-off. The front seats are supportive, and the leather upholstery breathes well to help keep you cool on hot days. But note that the seats lack adjustable lumbar support, which could be an issue for people with sensitive lower backs.

　　The climate control layout is a clear improvement over the previous generation's setup, with great vent coverage for the cabin. Road noise is noticeable at any speed and can be rather intrusive on coarse surfaces. Wind noise is thankfully more subdued, and the rest of the interior feels solidly constructed and free of vibration.

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