Used 2018 Honda Civic EX-L Hatchback Review
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Read what other owners think about the 2018 Honda Civic EX-L Hatchback.
Most helpful consumer reviews
Good car and reliable..
Jerry, North Little Rock, AR, 02/18/2021
2018 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Hatchback w/Navigation and Honda Sensing (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
This is good car and gas mileage you save more gas on it👍👍👍👍
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2018 Honda Civic EX-L Hatchback
What’s new
- For 2018, the Honda Civic carries forward unchanged
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Excellent fuel economy and performance from turbocharged engines
- Pro:Ride quality expertly balances comfort and athleticism
- Pro:Many available advanced technology and safety features
- Pro:Roomy cabin with high-quality materials
- Con:Touchscreen interface is confusing and slow to respond to inputs
- Con:Overly vigilant forward collision warning system is frustrating
- Con:Slow-responding adaptive cruise control system
Which Civic does Edmunds recommend?
For mainstream Civic buyers, we think the extra power and fuel economy of the turbocharged 1.5-liter engine make it one of the Civic's best options. To that end, we recommend the EX hatchback. It adds a touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, an upgraded sound system, dual-zone climate control, proximity entry with push-button start, and Honda's LaneWatch camera, all of which improve day-to-day satisfaction.
Full Edmunds Review: 2018 Honda Civic Hatchback
Driving
8.5The available 1.5-liter turbocharged-four is unusual in its sound and power delivery for a Honda engine, but it offers best-in-class power and fuel economy. It's worth the extra money. All around, the Civic's driving performance is top-notch, with strong brakes and accurate steering.
Comfort
8.0We really like the seats in the Civic hatchback, and the ride is fairly well regulated, too. Its 18-inch sport tires firm up the ride a tad, and they tend to be a bit noisier than other Civic offerings. Still, in all, this is a car you can easily drive a long ways without fatigue.
Interior
8.5The Civic delivers a large, versatile cabin for people and their things, with good rear legroom and clever storage solutions. The easy-to-use interior control layout is marred by terrible touch-sensitive audio volume and tuning controls and a poorly optimized touchscreen interface.
Utility
8.5"Clever" and "thoughtful" describe Honda's handling of cargo and personal effects. Despite the rather small footprint, the Civic hatchback can fit a lot of luggage. Interior pockets and bins are generous, and a few extra touches earn it extra points.
Technology
7.0Tech is one of the Civic's weaknesses. The infotainment system is one of the more difficult to use, and were it not for the inclusion of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, it could be a deal-breaker. Add the overly sensitive safety features and it's clear Honda has some ground to make up in this area.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2018 Honda Civic in Ohio is:
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