2025 Honda Civic Hybrid

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The power output of the Civic's available hybrid powertrain is ample. At our test track, it accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in just 6.6 seconds. That's significantly quicker than most other small sedans as well as other hybrids. It's quicker than the sporty Civic Si, too. The hybrid-powered Civic is rare for a small hybrid in that it's very enjoyable to drive around town, handles well, and impresses with an overall easygoing demeanor.

Outward visibility is aided by narrow front roof pillars and sideview mirrors that are mounted on the doors, freeing up your view out front. The sloping roofline causes you to double-check over-the-shoulder views, and the back window is a bit short, but the multi-angle rearview camera helps you spot anything that might be behind you. Honda includes a decent amount of advanced driver aids as standard equipment. The driver aids aren't the most sophisticated in the class, but they worked consistently.

On smooth and broken roads alike, the Civic hybrid has a taut yet balanced composure. It's not as cushy as some other compacts, but the upside here is sharper handling than just about anything in the class.

The EPA estimates the hybrid version of Civic can get up to 49 mpg in combined city/highway driving. That's a little less than what the Toyota Prius and Hyundai Elantra Hybrid get. But these are still impressive numbers and ones that are easy to hit. We also hit 49 mpg in our real-world testing.

The Civic hybrid has an attractive cabin design. The controls are within easy reach and intuitive to use. It's also roomy — the front can comfortably seat taller and shorter passengers equally well. While there's plenty of rear shoulder room and legroom, the sloping roof means taller passengers may find headroom lacking. Otherwise, you won't have much trouble with space in the Civic. Even most car seats will be easy to fit, although large rear-facing units will require the front passenger seat to be scootched forward.

Road noise is noticeable but not excessively so, and the Civic's aerodynamic shape means wind noise is kept to a minimum. Overall, the Civic really feels like a cut above other small hybrids in on-road refinement.

The traditional-looking climate controls are easy to read at a glance, and adjustments can be made without having to take your eyes off the road. Air distribution is even, and the hidden vent joysticks are intuitive to use. However, the lack of air vents for rear seat passengers seems like an odd omission.

The Civic sedan has 14.8 cubic feet of trunk space, and the hybrid's battery and electric motors don't impede on that one bit. That means the hybrid version of the Civic can hold more stuff than hybrid versions of the Hyundai Elantra and Toyota Corolla. Small-item storage is good, too, thanks to the large armrest with a removable tray.

If cargo hauling is a top priority, Honda also offers its hybrid powertrain in the Civic hatchback. With the hatch, you get 24.5 cubic feet of space, which is more than what Toyota offers in the Prius. The Civic's rear seats also fold flat to accommodate larger or longer items.

All the tech inside the Civic is simple and straightforward. The touchscreen interface has a logical menu structure that makes it easy to use while driving. The available 9-inch touchscreen includes the Google Built-In software suite, which brings Google Assistant voice commands, maps and more. It's a nice setup, but unfortunately, Honda only equips it on the most expensive Civic hybrid trim level. Every other trim level makes do with a somewhat disappointingly small 7-inch screen. Likewise, while Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on all Civics, only the 9-inch screen includes wireless phone connectivity. Another reason to upgrade to the Sport Touring trim is the standard Bose audio system.

The Honda Civic with the hybrid powertrain costs a little more than rivals such as the Hyundai Elantra and Toyota Corolla, but it justifies the added cost with better performance, laudable fuel economy, a few more features, and a nicer interior. Honda's warranty coverage is average and includes three years/36,000 miles of basic coverage and five years/60,000 miles for the powertrain.