

Andrew Maclean
2025 Honda Civic review
Pros
- Exceptional build quality
- Seamless, efficient hybrid tech
- Comfortable, quiet ride
Cons
- High price of entry
- Basic amenities
- Small touchscreen
6 Months Ago
The new Honda Civic is a small car offered in both 4D Hatchback and 5D Hatchback body styles. Available in Australia from $22,390 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the VTI variant and topping out at $50,990 for the Type R.
There are 6 variants of the Civic available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2017.
Engine options include 1.5L turbo petrol direct injection (127kW/220Nm), 1.8L multi-point injection (104kW/174Nm) and 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (228kW/400Nm). Available with variable sp automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2017 Civic is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed manual or Auto (CVT)
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback or Sedan
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed manual or Auto (CVT)
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback or Sedan
Powertrain Type
Front-wheel Drive
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The Honda Civic comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being VTi and the most expensive being Type R.


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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,644 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,799 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,654 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Honda Civic Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.


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Honda Civic
The cheapest Honda Civic is the VTi that starts from $22,390.
See all Honda Civic PricingThe most expensive Honda Civic is the Type R that starts from $50,990.
See all Honda Civic PricingThe best towing capacity of a Honda Civic is 800 kg offered by the following variants: VTi, Vti-S, Vti-L, RS and Vti-Lx.
See all Honda Civic towing capacityThe largest Honda Civic is the Type R which measures 1877mm wide, 4557mm in length and sits 1421mm tall.
The most powerful Honda Civic is the Type R which has 228kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
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