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Mileage (EPA estimate)

22 city, 31 highway, 25 combined

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.4 out of 5

90 customer reviews
The 2012 Honda Civic earned high praise for its fuel efficiency, smooth handling, and reliability. It’s an excellent commuter vehicle with low maintenance costs and features like Econ mode to improve mileage. However, some reviewers noted issues with cabin noise, rear-seat space, and long-trip comfort, while others found it lacked power for certain driving scenarios.

RepairPal reliability rating

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RepairPal gave the Honda Civic an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Honda Civic 3rd out of 46 among Compact Cars.

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Honda Civic features and specs

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SI 2D Coupe 2WD

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Manual Transmission
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio

Optional Features

  • Alloy Wheels
  • Bluetooth Technology

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.4L

Horsepower

201

Torque (ft-lbs)

170

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

13.2

Wheelbase

103.1"

Overall length

176.1"

Width

69"

Height

55"

Leg room

F 42.2"/R 30.8"

Head room

F 37.7"/R 34.3"

Front tires

P215/45ZR17

Rear tires

P215/45ZR17

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Manual 6

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