Honda Civic 2025: Updates and New Hybrid Variant
The Honda Civic 2025 has long been a favorite among car enthusiasts for its blend of practicality, value, and driving enjoyment. For 2025, this award-winning compact car receives styling updates and introduces a new hybrid variant. The Civic Hybrid combines a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with two electric motors to produce 200 horsepower, achieving a claimed 50 mpg combined.
The nonhybrid models now feature a 150-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, which, while not very spirited, offers excellent fuel efficiency. Available in sedan and hatchback body styles, the Civic continues to deliver agile handling and a balanced ride.
Lower-trim nonhybrid models come standard with a comprehensive suite of driver-assistance features, while the more expensive Hybrid Sport and Hybrid Sport Touring models offer enhanced equipment and infotainment features. Competing with the refreshed Hyundai Elantra, the appealing Toyota Prius, and its arch-rival, the Toyota Corolla, the 2025 Civic hits the market this summer.
What’s New for 2025?
The 2025 Civic features revised headlamps and a reworked bumper for a fresh look. The introduction of the Civic Hybrid is significant, available as an option on the Sport trim and standard on the Sport Touring trim. Nonhybrid models are now limited to LX and Sport trims, with the turbocharged 1.5-liter engine discontinued. The manual transmission is also no longer available in the Civic hatchback, reserved now for the sportier Civic Si and Civic Type R models.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The Honda Civic 2025 is expected to start around $25,345 and go up to $33,000, depending on the trim and options. Nonhybrid models are available in LX sedan and Sport sedan trims, with the Sport also offered in a hatchback body style. The Civic Hybrid is available in Sport and Sport Touring trims, with both body styles. We recommend the Sport Hybrid sedan or hatchback for the best balance of features and efficiency.
Honda Civic 2025: Engine, Transmission, and Performance
The Civic Hybrid features a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors, delivering 200 horsepower. Unlike the CR-V Hybrid, the Civic Hybrid is front-wheel-drive only. It includes a driver-selectable regenerative braking system, although one-pedal driving capability is yet to be confirmed. In initial drives, the Civic Hybrid prototype proved to be quick, smooth, and enjoyable.
The nonhybrid Civic comes with a 150-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, front-wheel drive, and a continuously variable automatic transmission. This setup is expected to provide adequate performance for urban driving. The Civic’s renowned nimble handling, responsive steering, and balanced ride remain intact. The sporty Si and high-performance Type R variants are also available but reviewed separately.
0–60 MPH Times
The Civic Hybrid has not yet been tested, and Honda has not provided a 0-60 mph time. However, with its 200-hp rating similar to the Civic Si, brisk acceleration is anticipated. The Accord Hybrid, with 204 horsepower, reached 60 mph in 6.6 seconds in our tests. The nonhybrid Civic Sport sedan, with the 2.0-liter engine, took 8.8 seconds to reach 60 mph. We will update these times when we test the 2025 model.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG: Honda Civic 2025
The EPA hasn’t released official fuel economy estimates yet, but Honda anticipates the Civic Hybrid to achieve a 49-mpg combined rating. We’ll update with real-world test results when available. The nonhybrid Civic is expected to have slightly better EPA ratings than before, with the LX trim earning 32 mpg city, 41 mpg highway, and 36 mpg combined. In our tests, a 2022 Civic Sport sedan delivered 36 mpg on a 75-mph highway route. We’ll compare the new model’s performance once we have it. For more details, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
Both the sedan and hatchback models of the Civic offer seating for five, with ample rear seat space for two adults. The cabin features clean lines and a dashboard with a full-width honeycomb-pattern mesh design that conceals the air vents. Standard features include heated seats, a sunroof, and dual-zone climate control. The wide center console offers generous storage space, including a large bin ahead of the shift lever for essentials. The Civic sedan’s trunk is spacious enough for a large grocery haul or several suitcases, while the hatchback version provides even more cargo capacity.
Infotainment and Connectivity
The standard Civic comes with a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment display, while the Civic Hybrid offers an optional 9.0-inch unit and a 10.2-inch digital gauge display. Both 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 warranty package is average compared to competitors like the Hyundai Elantra and Kia K4, which offer more comprehensive coverage. However, Civic buyers benefit from a complimentary scheduled maintenance plan, similar to what the Toyota Corolla provides.
- Limited warranty: 3 years or 36,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles
- Hybrid components: 8 years or 100,000 miles
- Complimentary scheduled maintenance: 2 years or 24,000 miles
