The Honda Civic is an upper-class sedan renowned for its high performance and exceptional comfort. Although it is discontinued in India, the last generation had a sporty look, bigger interiors, and a smooth driving experience. Its design effortlessly combines comfort and an enjoyable driving experience without compromising either. Civic is available in petrol and diesel engine options. The petrol variant has a 1.8L SOHC i-VTEC engine in an automatic transmission (CVT). The diesel variant has the 1.6L DOHC i-DTEC engine with a manual transmission and a 6-speed gearbox. It has a comfortably sized interior with ample leg space for a 5-seater and a larger boot space.
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 1597 |
| Max power (bhp) | 118 bhp@4000rpm |
| Gear box | 6-Speed |
| Max torque (Nm) | 300 Nm@2000rpm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 23.9 |
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| The Push start button brings your car to life with just a touch | |
| The remote engine starter facility activates the engine so that you can cool the interior from a distance. It is a convenient option during summers. | |
| The 8-way power driver seat can be tailored to your needs. | |
| The auto-dimming rear-view mirror dims if the headlights glare bothers your vision. |
| Popular Variants | On-Road Price*in Delhi |
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The latest model of Honda Civic has a sharp body for a bold look and a coupe-like silhouette. It has upgraded driver’s control that feels like a cock-pit and functions conveniently at the fingertips. With longer armrests and ample storage in the dashboard, the Civic has a well-balanced design that oozes luxury while retaining its utility.
| Design | 4/5 | |
| Paint Quality | 5/5 | |
| Panel Gaps | 4/5 |
| Design | 4/5 | |
| Space | 5/5 | |
| Comfort | 4/5 |
| No. of Airbags | 8 | |
| Features | 5/5 |
| Stability | 4/5 | |
| Eng. Response | 4/5 | |
| Clutch & Gears | 4/5 |
| Pros | Refined exterior design is comfortable for a smoother driving experience. | The larger interior has more leg room and better individual space. | Highly reliable and still maintains excellent resale value. | Comes with upgraded technology with several push-button features. |
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| Cons | Discontinued older models may find it difficult to find the parts at reasonable rates. | Has a lower ground clearance compared to other sedans. | Complete reliance on the used car market, which still has a higher price. | The service cost can be much higher for older models. |
"The petrol engine runs well while being very quiet. It makes driving around town feel easy while cruising along on the highway feels more relaxed. While maintenance costs are slightly higher than those of an average sedan, reliability helps to offset that additional expense."
"The cabin of my Civic has a lot of breathing space which contributes to its overall comfort and also allows the cabin to appear well-designed with ample amount of storage space. The infotainment system does feel outdated due to its appearance; however, its functionality is excellent."
"I have had my Civic for more than 3 years and this car still feels like a well-built and refined product. The interior quality of the car is very high and the car will continue to be a very comfortable vehicle to drive even over long distances."
"The cars steering is very light in city driving, while highway driving feels very sturdy. The front seats of the car are comfortable, while the rear seat area provides ample legroom. The design of the car continues to attract a lot of attention from people around me."
"The Civic excels in long-distance driving since it has a firmly planted stance while going fast and a very good ability to handle bumps due to suspension design. However, one downside to driving on rough roads is that it has a low ground clearance."
"The Honda Civic has more space inside the cabin for better comfort. The cabin looks elegant and has more storage. The infotainment system may look old, but it works well."
"My car still feels elegant after 3 years of driving. Its interior quality is still high and is comfortable for long-distance driving."
"The car is smooth for long-distance driving, especially over bumps. Its downside is low ground clearance, which is difficult on rough roads."
"The steering feels light on the city roads but stays sturdy on the highways. It has an attention-grabbing design, has comfortable front seats and is spacious in the back row. "
"The petrol engine is almost quiet. City driving is easier and cruises along the highways for a relaxed ride. However, maintenance costs are higher than those of other sedans. "
The Honda Civic is not available as a new car in India and is currently sold only in the used car market.
Yes, the Honda Civic is good for city driving due to its smooth engine, light steering, and comfortable ride quality.
Yes, the Honda Civic offers good safety features including multiple airbags and electronic stability control.
Yes, the Honda Civic delivers competitive fuel efficiency for a premium sedan, especially in its diesel variant.
The main drawback of the Honda Civic is its low ground clearance, which requires careful driving on rough roads.
Yes, a used Honda Civic is worth considering if you value comfort, reliability, and a refined driving experience.
The Honda Civic is excellent for long drives because of its stable highway performance and comfortable seating.
On the congested Indian city roads, the Honda Civic shows an average mileage of 16.8 kmpl by the diesel variant. The petrol engine shows a much lower fuel efficiency of a mere 8 kmpl. However, on highways, they perform better with a mileage of 15 kmpl and 20.07 kmpl by petrol and diesel variants, respectively.
Honda Civic in India does not have an ADAS of any level. The model was discontinued before the ADAS technology was introduced in the Indian automobile market.
No, there is no automatic transmission option available with diesel engines. The 1.6L diesel engine is available only with the manual 6-speed transmission.
Honda Civic is available in 5 different exterior colours. They are Golden Brown Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic, Platinum White Pearl, and Radiant Red Metallic.
No, there is no option for a different colour for the roof in the Honda Civic. The roof colour is the same as the body colour, and there is no other option.
The starting price of older models of Honda Civic starts from Rs. 2.84 lakhs. The later models from 2019 and 2020 have a higher price. The Honda Civic V CVT Petrol is available from Rs. 9.35 lakhs. The Honda Civic VX has a starting price of Rs. 8.54 lakhs. The price of the Honda Civic ZX starts from Rs. 8.63 lakhs.
The front row airbags, front side airbags, Vehicle Stability Assist, Agile handling assist, ABS, Brake Assist, EBS, Reverse Camera, Rear parking sensors, ESS, Walk Away Lock, etc are common for all variants. The curtain airbags and Lane-watch camera are available only in ZX variants.
All variants of the Honda Civic have the same diamond-cut alloy wheels. The Honda Civic cars have a tyre size of 16 inches for the V and VX variants and 17 inches for the ZX variants.
The maintenance cost of a Honda Civic depends on how the car is maintained. Regardless, the average annual maintenance cost can be anywhere between Rs. 20,000 and 50,000. Its parts are available at a higher but reasonable rate from various online suppliers.
The petrol engine of the Honda Civic has an acceleration of 10.5-11 seconds to go from 0-100 kmph. The engine power is 104 ps @ 6500 rpm. The acceleration of the diesel engine is 11 seconds for 0-100 kmph. The engine has a power of 88 ps @ 4000 rpm.
Yes, the infotainment system in the Honda Civic is compatible with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Honda Civic has a ground clearance of 171 mm in the latest models, which is fairly good for Indian roads. It also has an acceleration and a powerful engine to ride through heavy traffic.
₹17.94 - ₹22.35 Lakh
*Ex-Showroom Price
The Honda Civic is an upper-class sedan renowned for its high performance and exceptional comfort. Although it is discontinued in India, the last generation had a sporty look, bigger interiors, and a smooth driving experience. Its design effortlessly combines comfort and an enjoyable driving experience without compromising either. Civic is available in petrol and diesel engine options. The petrol variant has a 1.8L SOHC i-VTEC engine in an automatic transmission (CVT). The diesel variant has the 1.6L DOHC i-DTEC engine with a manual transmission and a 6-speed gearbox. It has a comfortably sized interior with ample leg space for a 5-seater and a larger boot space.
Since its discontinuation in 2020 due to stricter emission regulations, there has been no news regarding the return of the Honda Civic in India. Although there have been additions of new models and variants globally, their reintroduction in India is still not on the cards. Civic cars are still available in India in the used market at a higher price, due to their top performance. The 2019-2020 models still have a few more years, and people prefer them despite higher rates for second-hand cars.