Honda Civic
The big news for 2023 is the return of the mighty Civic Type R after a one-year hiatus. The turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine now produces 315 horsepower and 310 lb-ft. of torque, again with the help of a six-speed manual transmission and limited-slip differential. Base Civic models can be had in four-door sedan and five-door hatchback configurations, while the sporty Civic Si is a sedan only with a turbocharged 1.5-litre mill generating 200 horsepower.
Detailed ratings
The Car Guide rating | 82% |
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Fuel economy | 8/10 |
Reliability | 7/10 |
Safety | 8/10 |
Infotainment | 8/10 |
Driving | 8/10 |
Overall | 8/10 |
The Car Guide rating | 86% |
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Fuel economy | 8/10 |
Reliability | 7/10 |
Safety | 8/10 |
Infotainment | 8/10 |
Driving | 8/10 |
Overall | 8/10 |
What's new in 2023
Return of the Type R performance model.
Pros
- Agile driving
- Comfortable and friendly interior
- Fun powertrains
- Reasonable consumption
Cons
- Hard ride on pronounced holes and bumps
- Ride noise on rough roads
- Average turning circle
- Sedan trunk less practical