2026 Honda Civic
2026 Honda Civic — The Honda Civic is a series of automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1972.
Trim: Sport
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
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2026 Honda Civic snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Honda Civic typically asks about $24,000 versus a $25,500 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2026 Honda Civic in our refresh, though owners have filed 23 complaints — check the component breakdown below. Versus 2025, watch curb weight (3066.6 lb → 3223.2 lb) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$24,000
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$25,500
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
23
Top: Unknown Or Other
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 Civic?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 23 complaints — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
23 complaints · 2 crash-related · 2 injuries reported. Top components:
- Unknown Or Other5
- Steering4
- Electrical System3
- Service Brakes3
- Power Train2
- Visibility/Wiper2
- Forward Collision Avoidance1
- Fuel/Propulsion System1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
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2026 Honda Civic -- Is it STILL the Compact Sedan to BUY?? (Anything New for 2026?)
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is curb weight (3066.6 lb → 3223.2 lb). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- Curb weight
- 3066.6 lb→3223.2 lb
How much does a used 2026 Civic cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $24,000 in typical used asking against a $25,500 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $25,500
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $24,000
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$1,500 below MSRP
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How does the Civic compare to rivals?
Side-by-side used-buyer numbers — MSRP vs asking, recalls, and running costs — for popular matchups.
- Corolla vs Civic — Corolla or Civic for a used compact — which wins?
What should a used buyer know about the 2026 Civic?
The 2026 Honda Civic is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 Honda Civic continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Honda Civic is a series of automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1972. As of 2023, the Civic is positioned between the Honda Fit/City and Honda Accord in Honda's global passenger car line-up. It is one of the best-selling automobiles in history, with over 27 million units sold through 2021. This model appears in NHTSA vPIC for 2026, though detailed crash ratings may not be published yet. For the 2026 model year, published dimensions include overall length 183.9 in, width 70.9 in, height 55.9 in, and wheelbase 107.9 in, with curb weight around 3223.2 lb.
- Wheelbase 107.9 in
- Curb weight about 3223.2 lb
- About 183.9 × 70.9 in (L×W)
- EPA combined 36 mpg
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 158 hp, 33 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
158 hp
Combined MPG
33 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (33 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,273
5-year energy
$6,364
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 33 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.0L I4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 183.9 in
- Width
- 70.9 in
- Height
- 55.9 in
- Wheelbase
- 107.9 in
- Curb weight
- 3223.2 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 32
- Highway MPG
- 41
- Combined MPG
- 33
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | Sport | Sport Touring Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 158 hp | 200 hp |
| Combined MPG | 33 | 48 |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 | 2.0L Hybrid |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 158 | — | — | 33 | FWD | |
| 200 | — | — | 48 | FWD |