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2026 Honda Civic

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.

Class: Midsize Cars
Body styles: 1.5l 4dr Sedan, 1.5l 5dr Hatch, 2.0l 4dr Sedan, 2.0l 5dr Hatch
Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 141–150 hp
Transmission: e-CVT, CVT
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel: Hybrid, Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
MPG (best): 49 combined · 50 city / 47 hwy
Length: 179.1–183.9 in
Curb weight: 2,895–3,223 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 1 campaign

Pros & cons

What's good

Excellent fuel economyUp to 49 MPG combined — 57% better than the average 2026 midsize car (31.2 MPG).
Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 11 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2026 Honda Civic is a midsize car offered with 3 engines (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 184 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,067 lb (1.5l 4dr Sedan).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 49 MPG combined (50 city / 47 highway), 57% better than the 2026 midsize car average of 31.2 MPG, for an estimated $1,350 a year in fuel.

It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.

What changed for 2026

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Civic — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Civic →

Trims, performance & features

Engine141 hp2.0L 4-cyl hybrid

Engine150 hp2.0L 4-cyl

Transmissione-CVT · CVT

Trims

Sport/Sport TouringLXSportSport Touring

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Blind-spot interventionStandard

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Rear automatic brakingStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Adaptive cruise controlStandard

Parking assistStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Alliston, Ontario · Greensburg, Indiana

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2026 Civic configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
1.5l 4dr Sedan	183.9 in	70.9 in	55.9 in	107.9 in	61 / 62.2 in	3,067 lb	60/40
1.5l 5dr Hatch	179.1 in	70.9 in	55.9 in	107.5 in	61 / 62.2 in	2,998 lb	61/39
2.0l 4dr Sedan	183.9 in	70.9 in	55.9 in	107.9 in	61 / 62.2 in	2,939 lb	60/40
2.0l 5dr Hatch	179.1 in	70.9 in	55.9 in	107.5 in	61 / 62.2 in	2,895 lb	61/39
Hybrid 4dr Sedan	183.9 in	70.9 in	55.9 in	107.9 in	61 / 62.2 in	3,223 lb	64/36
Type-R 4dr Hatch	180.7 in	70.9 in	55.5 in	107.9 in	64.2 / 63.4 in	3,190 lb	61/39

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
Civic 4Dr Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (variable gear ratios)	Front-Wheel Drive	50 / 47 / 49	+57%	$1,350	181
Civic 5Dr Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (variable gear ratios)	Front-Wheel Drive	50 / 45 / 48	+85%	$1,400	186
Civic 4Dr	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (variable gear ratios)	Front-Wheel Drive	32 / 41 / 36	+15%	$1,850	248
Civic 4Dr	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (AV-S7)	Front-Wheel Drive	31 / 39 / 34	+9%	$1,950	260
Civic 5Dr	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (AV-S7)	Front-Wheel Drive	30 / 38 / 34	+31%	$1,950	268
Civic 4Dr	1.5L 4-cyl turbo	Manual 6-spd	Front-Wheel Drive	27 / 37 / 31	-1%	$2,650	285
Civic 5Dr	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Manual 6-spd	Front-Wheel Drive	22 / 28 / 24	-7%	$3,400	364

8/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

8/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Save $5,250Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

31.2 MPG2026 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Honda Civic.

Similar 2026 midsize cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2026 Honda Civic (this car)	49 MPG	Not rated	1
2026 Toyota Corolla	50 MPG	Not rated	1
2026 Toyota Camry	51 MPG	Not rated	3
2026 Toyota Prius	57 MPG	Not rated	1
2026 Honda Prelude	44 MPG	Not rated	0
2026 Hyundai Elantra	54 MPG	Not rated	4
2026 Subaru WRX	22 MPG	Not rated	0

Recalls (1)

Steering · Oct 3, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V744000 · 1,693,199 vehicles

Problem: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.
Risk: Difficulty steering can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are SJS, MJU, QJT and VJV.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2026 Honda Civic is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

32Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

3Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

2Injuries reported

300 miTypical mileage at failure

Steering7

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking6

Service Brakes5

Unknown Or Other5

Electrical System5

Engine5

Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings4

Fuel/Propulsion System2

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Other Civic years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2025 Civic	49	183.9 in	Not rated	2	106
2024 Civic	36	183.9 in	Not rated	3	142
2023 Civic	36	183.9 in	Not rated	5	336
2022 Civic	36	183.9 in	★★★★★	4	961
2021 Civic	36	178 in	★★★★★	4	161
2020 Civic	36	178 in	★★★★★	5	237
2019 Civic	36	178 in	★★★★★	4	459
2018 Civic	36	178 in	★★★★★	6	756
2017 Civic	36	178 in	★★★★★	6	606
2016 Civic	35	182.3 in	Not rated	5	1,083
2015 Civic	44	178 in	Not rated	1	394
2014 Civic	44	178 in	Not rated	2	268

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Honda. How we calculate this →