2025 Honda Civic: A Blend of Practicality, Style, and Efficiency
2025 Honda Civic: The Civic compact car has long been a favorite among our staff for its effortless balance of practicality, value, and driving fun. For 2025, the venerable, 10Best award-winning Civic receives styling updates to keep it looking fresh, and it gains a hybrid variant.
In the Civic Hybrid, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors provides a combined 200 horsepower. Honda claims the car is capable of achieving 50 mpg combined. The non-hybrid models now feature a 150-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine as the sole option. While this engine may lack excitement, it still offers impressive fuel efficiency. Both sedan and hatchback body styles are available, and regardless of the version you choose, the Civic delivers agile handling and a well-balanced ride.
The lower-trim non-hybrid versions come with a comprehensive set of driver-assistance features as standard. However, to enjoy nicer equipment and better infotainment features, you’ll need to opt for the more expensive Hybrid Sport and Hybrid Sport Touring models. When the 2025 Civic hits the streets this summer, it will face competition from the recently refreshed Hyundai Elantra, the alluring Toyota Prius, and its arch-rival, the Toyota Corolla.
2025 Honda Civic: What’s New for 2025?
The 2025 Civic features a few cosmetic changes to keep its styling fresh. Revised headlamps and a reworked bumper help distinguish the new model year from last year’s Civic. The big news is the addition of the Civic Hybrid. The hybrid powertrain is optional on the Sport trim level and standard on the top Sport Touring trim level. The non-hybrid model, now limited to LX and Sport trims, will only be offered with the non-turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, as last year’s turbocharged 1.5-liter has been discontinued. Additionally, the manual transmission is no longer available in the Civic hatchback, leaving the stick-shift option exclusive to the sportier Civic Si and Civic Type R models.
2025 Honda Civic: Pricing and Which One to Buy
The 2025 Honda Civic is expected to have a starting price of around $25,345, with prices reaching up to $33,000 depending on the chosen trim and options. The non-hybrid Civic is offered in just two trims for 2025: LX sedan and Sport sedan, with the Sport also available in a hatchback body style. The Civic Hybrid comes in Sport and Sport Touring trims, with both body styles available. We recommend the Sport Hybrid sedan or hatchback models, although pricing for the hatchback is yet to be announced.
2025 Honda Civic: Engine, Transmission, and Performance
The Civic Hybrid features an electrified powertrain that combines a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with two electric motors, producing a total of 200 horsepower. A similar setup is found in the Accord Hybrid and CR-V Hybrid models.
Unlike the CR-V, which offers an all-wheel-drive option for its hybrid powertrain, the Civic Hybrid is front-wheel-drive only. A driver-selectable regenerative braking system helps keep the Civic Hybrid’s battery charged, though it’s unclear if one-pedal driving is possible. In our initial drive, the Civic Hybrid prototype felt quick, smooth, and enjoyable like the previous Civic. The non-hybrid Civic comes standard with a 150-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, front-wheel drive, and a continuously variable automatic transmission. While this combination may not provide particularly quick acceleration, it should be sufficient for urban traffic. The Civic’s nimble handling, communicative steering, and well-balanced ride remain key features. Sporty Si and high-performance Type R variants are also available, but we review those models separately.
0–60-MPH Times
We haven’t tested the Civic Hybrid yet, and Honda hasn’t released any official 0-60 mph times. With a 200-hp rating, similar to the Civic Si, we expect brisk acceleration when we test the hybrid. The related Accord Hybrid sedan, which produces 204 horsepower, required 6.6 seconds to reach 60 mph in our testing. As for the non-hybrid, a 2022 Civic Sport sedan with the 2.0-liter engine took 8.8 seconds to reach 60 mph on our test track. We will update this story with the 2025 model’s results once we have the chance to retest it with the updated powertrain.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
The EPA hasn’t released fuel economy estimates yet, but Honda expects the Civic Hybrid to get 49 mpg combined. We’ll update this story with real-world test results once we have the opportunity to test the Civic Hybrid. The non-hybrid Civic LX trim is expected to get 32 mpg city, 41 mpg highway, and 36 mpg combined. A 2022 Civic Sport sedan got 36 mpg on our 75-mph highway test. We’ll compare the new model when tested. For more information about the Civic Hybrid’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
2025 Honda Civic: Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
Both sedan and hatchback models offer seating for five, with ample rear-seat space to comfortably accommodate two adults. The cabin has clean lines and a dashboard with a full-width honeycomb mesh that cleverly conceals the air vents. All models come standard with heated seats, a sunroof, and dual-zone climate control. The center console offers ample storage, including a large bin for smartphones, keys, and snacks. The Civic sedan’s trunk is spacious enough for a large grocery haul or suitcases for a road trip, while the hatchback body style offers even more cargo space.
Infotainment and Connectivity
The Civic comes standard with a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment display, while a larger 9.0-inch unit is available as an option on the Civic Hybrid, along with a 10.2-inch digital gauge display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard and offer wireless connectivity with the larger screen. Additional options for the Civic Hybrid include in-dash navigation, a 12-speaker Bose stereo system, and a wireless smartphone charging pad.
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Honda’s standard warranty package is average compared to competitors like the Hyundai Elantra and Kia K4, which offer more comprehensive coverage. However, Civic buyers will benefit from a complimentary scheduled maintenance plan, similar to what the Toyota Corolla offers as standard.
- Limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles
- Hybrid components are covered for eight years or 100,000 miles
- Complimentary scheduled maintenance for two years or 24,000 miles
