2019 Honda Civic review
Honda Civic highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Great fuel economy
- Spacious interior
- Athletic ride
Cons
- Low cargo capacity on the coupe
- Almost no high-end amenities across the trims
- Slow base engine
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 28 highway, 25 combined
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A classic car with the style and features to match.
Whether you are a first-time buyer looking for an entry-level car that offers plenty of features, or you’re looking for a stylish compact car with premium technology, the 2019 Honda Civic is an excellent choice. The 2019 model offers six trims with something for everyone. The base model 2019 Honda Civic comes equipped with a 158 hp 2.0L four-cylinder engine as well as standard features such as a rearview camera and auto-off headlights. Upper trims of the 2019 Civic, meanwhile, are even more well-equipped, offering features such as dual-zone automatic climate control, heated leather seats, remote start, and two powerful turbocharged engine options. To learn more about this well-rounded compact car, be sure to check out our 2019 Honda Civic review below.
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What is new for the 2019 Honda Civic?
- The EX-T and LX-P trims have been discontinued for 2019.
- Civic trims have been upgraded with Leatherette & Cloth as standard equipment this year.
- CD Audio features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Sport trim now comes with Smart Key, Lane Departure Warning, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Automated Cruise Control, and Remote Start as standard equipment.
- The LX trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment.
- The EX-L trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment.
- The EX trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control and Power Seat(s) as standard equipment.
- The Type-R Touring trim now comes with Cloth Seats as standard equipment.
2019 Honda Civic trims
DX
The DX trim includes features such as a 158 hp 2.0L four-cylinder engine, a rearview camera, a four-speaker audio system, auto-off headlights, Bluetooth® audio streaming, and more.
LX
The LX trim of the 2019 Honda Civic includes everything found on the DX trim as well as a seven-inch color display, an eight-speaker audio system, automatic climate control, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, heated front seats, and more.
EX
The EX trim of the 2019 Honda Civic includes everything found on the LX trim as well as push-button start, remote start, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power moonroof, and more.
Sport
The Sport trim of the 2019 Honda Civic includes everything found on the EX trim as well as fog lights, aluminum sport pedals, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, a deck lid spoiler, and more.
Touring
The Touring trim of the 2019 Honda Civic includes everything found on the Sport trim as well as a 174 hp 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine, leather seats, heated rear seats, chrome door handles, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and more.
Si
The Si trim of the 2019 Honda Civic includes features such as a 205 hp 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a 10-speaker premium audio system with a subwoofer, wireless charging, heated front and rear seats, and more.
Honda Civic photos
5 reasons to buy the 2019 Honda Civic
1. Great fuel economy
The base model 2019 Honda Civic gets an EPA estimated 32 mpg combined city/highway when equipped with a 2.0L four-cylinder engine and an automatic transmission, making the 2019 Honda Civic an excellent choice for drivers who prioritize fuel economy.
2. An upscale and attractive cabin
The 2019 Honda Civic has a stylish exterior, but the interior of the vehicle is where the 2019 Civic really shines. This is especially true on upper trims of the 2019 Honda Civic such as the Touring trim - which offers premium cabin features such as leather seats and chrome door handles. The base model 2019 Honda Civic, meanwhile, comes equipped with a sleek five-inch color LCD display and illuminated steering wheel-mounted controls that give the 2019 Civic's cabin a high-tech and premium look.
3. Smoth handling and punchy performance
The base model 2019 Honda Civic comes equipped with a 158 hp 2.0L four-cylinder engine that offers punchy acceleration. On upper trims of the 2019 Honda Civic, you can look forward to even more powerful engine options, including a 174 hp 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a 205 hp 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Across all of its available trims, the 2019 Civic features smooth and responsive handling that makes for a composed and intuitive driving experience.
4. An exciting list of standard and available features
For a vehicle that many drivers consider an entry-level car, the 2019 Honda Civic is nothing if not well-equipped. On the base model 2019 Honda Civic, you can look forward to standard features such as auto-off headlights, a rearview camera, steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls, and more. On upper trims, meanwhile, you'll get premium features such as dual-zone automatic climate control, leather seats, and remote start.
5. A spacious interior
For a compact car, the 2019 Honda Civic certainly offers plenty of interior space. In the trunk of the vehicle, you'll have access to 15.1 cubic ft, of cargo space while the cabin provides 97.8 cubic ft. of passenger space. Whether you are hauling products back from a shopping spree, taking the family on a road-trip, or anything in-between, the abundance of space provided by the 2019 Honda Civic is sure to come in handy.
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You'll find these standard features on all 2018-2019 Honda Accord Touring models:
Head-Up Display
Honda Sensing® suite of driver-assistance features
Wireless phone charger for compatible devices
Eight-inch display
Heated front seats
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.4 out of 5
28 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 18 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 7 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 2 |
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.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Honda CivicHonda Civic features and specs
EX 2WD 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Cloth Seats
- Rear Spoiler
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.5L
Horsepower
174
Torque (ft-lbs)
162
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
12.4
Wheelbase
106.3"
Overall length
177.3"
Width
70.9"
Height
54.9"
Leg room
F 42.3"/R 35.9"
Head room
F 36.5"/R 34.5"
Front tires
P215/50HR17
Rear tires
P215/50HR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2019 Honda Civic FAQ
The 2019 Honda Civic is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Type-R Touring : 22 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- EX : 32 MPG City and 42 MPG Highway
- Touring : 30 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
- Sport : 30 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- EX-L : 32 MPG City and 42 MPG Highway
- LX : 31 MPG City and 40 MPG Highway
- SI : 28 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
- Sport Touring : 30 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
The Honda Civic received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Honda Civic as 2 out of 46 among Compact Car
The 2019 Honda Civic has received an average 4.4 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2019 Honda Civic, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2019 Honda Civic Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2019 Honda Civic:
- Leatherette & Cloth
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Automated Cruise Control
- Power Seat(s)
More about the 2019 Honda Civic
Color options
Exterior colors
Aegean Blue Metallic
Cosmic Blue Metallic
Crystal Black Pearl
Modern Steel Metallic
Platinum White Pearl
Lunar Silver Metallic
Rallye Red
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