2019 Honda Civic Hatchback

2019 Honda Civic Hatchback features five trims named as "LX", "EX", "EX-L", "Sport", and "Sport Touring". The base trim costs $21,450 and tops up to $28,700 for the Sport Touring trim. The main highlights of the standard "LX" trim include a 1.5L I-4 DOHC engine, 16-inch alloy wheels, LED Daytime running lights, split-folding rear seats automatic climate control system, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, Rear window wiper/washer with heated wiper zone, 5-inch infotainment system, and Body-colored rear roofline spoiler on the board.

The "EX" trim offers additional features including multi-angle rearview camera, Honda LaneWatch, Heated front seats, and side mirror, Fog lights, One-touch power moonroof, Smart Entry with push-button start, Dual-zone automatic climate control system and an additional 7-inch Display Audio with an electrostatic touch-screen.

The EX-L trim features upgraded Driver's seat with 8-way power adjustment, Automatic-dimming rearview mirror, leather-trimmed seats, and leather-wrapped steering and shift knob, and dual-zone automatic climate control.

Trims	LX	Sport	EX	EX-L Navi	Sport Touring
MSRP	$21,450	$22,250	$23,750	$26,250	$28,750
Features	Honda Sensing	18-Inch Alloy Wheels	Apple CarPlay Integration	Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System with Voice Recognition and Honda HD Digital Traffic	Dual-Mode Paddle Shifters
	174-Horsepower (SAE net)*, 1.5-Liter, Turbocharged and Intercooled, DOHC 4-Cylinder Engine with Direct Injection	Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Android Auto Integration	Driver's Seat with 8-Way Power Adjustment	18-Inch Alloy Wheels
	Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)	Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob	Heated Front Seats	Leather-Trimmed Seats	Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers
	16-Inch Alloy Wheels	Sport Pedals	One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature	Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	LED Headlights (Low & High Beam) with Auto-On/Off
	Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines*	Underbody Spoiler Kit	Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines*	Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob	540-Watt Premium Audio System with 12 Speakers, Including Subwoofer
	5-Inch Color LCD Screen	Center-Mounted, Dual Outlet Exhaust	Smart Entry	Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror	Front Passenger's Seat with 4-Way Power Adjustment
	Bluetooth*\xa0HandsFreeLink and Streaming Audio	Fog Lights	Push Button Start		Heated Outboard Rear Seats
	USB Audio Interface*\xa0(front)		17-Inch Alloy Wheels		Center Outlet, Dual Exhaust System
	Automatic Climate Control System		Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control System		Side Mirrors with Integrated LED Turn Indicators
	Hill Start Assist		Honda LaneWatch		Underbody Spoiler Kit
	LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)		USB Audio Interface*\xa0(front and center console)
	One-Touch Turn Indicators		7-Inch Display Audio with Electrostatic Touch-Screen
	Projector-Beam Halogen Headlights with Auto-On/Off		HondaLink
	Body-Colored Rear Roofline Spoiler		SiriusXM\xa0Radio
	Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna		HD Radio
	Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Windows		Heated Side Mirrors
	Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls		Fog Lights
	Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
	Rear Window Wiper/Washer with Heated Wiper Zone
	Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold
	Capless Fuel Filler

We Recommend

We would recommend you to go with the Sport trim as the powertrain is standard all over the lineup. It will give you everything you need plus abundant niceties like a sunroof, heated seats and the full touchscreen infotainment suite.

"Honestly, Honda could have sent its engineers on a yearlong vacation to Tahiti rather than task them with updating the 2019 Civic. We've been giving this generation Civic top marks since its debut three years ago, and there's nothing else out this year that's going to steal the car's title belt. But here we are anyway with an even better Civic." -Edmunds

Engine and Transmission

The Honda Civic hatchback comes with a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine that puts out 180 hp and 174 lb-ft of torque. The powertrain is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. The manual transmission is great and offers precise shifts with seamless power delivery. The turbocharged engine is pretty capable and offers plenty of power for highway cruising and city driving. The available steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters make driving a truly hands-on experience

Models	Honda Civic LX Hatchback	Toyota Corolla Hatchback	Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback LS	Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback*	Mazda 3 Sport Hatchback*	Subaru Impreza 2.0i Hatchback	Ford Fiesta ST-Line Hatchback
MSRP	$22,345	$22,010	$20,495	$21,235	$21,285	$20,980	$18,500
Engine	1.5L Turbo Inline-4	2.0 L inline-four	1.4L Turbo Inline 4	2.0 L inline-four	2.0 L inline-four	2.0L Flat 4	1.6L Inline-4
Transmission	CVT	CVT	6 Speed Automatic	6-speed Automatic	CVT	8 Speed Automatic	5 Speed Manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	AWD	FWD
Horsepower(hp)	180hp @ 6500 rpm	168hp @ 6600 rpm	153hp@5600rpm	162hp @ 6200 rpm	152hp @ 6000 rpm	147hp@5000rpm	120hp@6350rpm
Torque(lbs-ft)	174@4200 rpm	155@4800rpm	177@2000rpm	150@4700 rpm	145@4000 rpm	184@1400rpm	112@5000rpm

The competitor's, on the other hand, produces low horsepower than the Civic hatchback and nothing comes close to in terms of power delivery. The Subaru Impreza produces the lowest amount of horsepower.

Acceleration

The 1.5-liter turbocharged powertrain in the Civic hatchback can take you to 60 mph in just 8.2 seconds. It is an impressive number for a hatchback that costs less than 20 k. The turbocharged engine picks up like no other vehicle in this class. There is seemingly no turbo lag and with seamless low-end torque.

Models	Honda Civic LX Hatchback	Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback LS	Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback*	Toyota Corolla SE Hatchback	Mazda 3 Sport Hatchback*	Subaru Impreza 2.0i Hatchback	Ford Fiesta ST-Line Hatchback*
0-60 MPH(sec)	8.2	8.1	7.2	9.4	8.1	9.2	9.7
Quarter mile(sec)	14.7	16.2	15.5	16.5	16.0	17.1	17.2
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)	5.1	5.5	6.8	5.7	5.6	5.5	5.8
Curb Weight (lbs.)	2901	2917	2943	3060	2940	3047	2742

The Honda Civic hatchback is the fastest among the long and the Cruze tails behind, but in the quarter-mile run, the Civic takes the lead. The Toyota Corolla and Subaru Impreza are a second slower than the above two.

Ride and Handling

The 2019 Civic strikes a perfect balance between comfort and driving dynamics. The ride is smooth with responsive steering in any driving situation. There is controlled body roll on corners and quick transitions are handled nicely. The optional 1.5-liter turbo engine delivers fierce acceleration and power is evenly distributed in the rev range.

Ride quality is awe-inspiring and the car feels playful on roads. The Civic is easy to maneuver in traffic or tight parking spots. The steering is precise and you can take corners with enthusiasm, just take some open roads.

The suspension is highly capable of keeping the car planted to the tarmac on cornering in the default driving mode. Push the Sport button on the center console, and the dampers firm up slightly, throttle response sharpens, and the computers subtract some power assist from the steering, requiring the driver to use more effort when making inputs.

Braking

The 2019 Honda Civic Coupe comes with a strong braking system and stops are straight and sure. The pedal is heavy yet it is easy to modulate in casual stops or heavy braking at a red light. It brakes from 60-0 mph in 115 ft much faster and efficient as compared to its competitors. The RDM system1 is designed to apply the brakes if it detects your vehicle may leave the tarmac.

Models	Honda Civic LX Hatchback	Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback LS	Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback*	Toyota Corolla SE Hatchback	Mazda 3 Sport Hatchback*	Subaru Impreza 2.0i Hatchback	Ford Fiesta ST-Line Hatchback*
Brake Front (in.)	11.1	10.8	12	11.5	11.0	10.9	10.2
Brake Rear (in.)	10.2	10.4	10.3	10.5	10.4	10.8	7.9
60-0 MPH (ft.)	115	110	124	120	122	121	129

The Chevrolet Cruze is the best when it comes to braking and stops at a mere 110 feet's and the Honda Civic takes the second spot. The Toyota Corolla and Subaru Impreza take a longish 120 and 122 feets respectively.

The cute little hatches are known for fuel economy and the Civic hatch does return pretty good numbers. The 2017 Honda Civic has something more than impressive to throw in the fuel-efficiency segment. The car features best-in-class fuel economy among competitors, as it offers a fuel-economy of 31 and 42 mpg on city roads and highways respectively.

Models	Honda Civic LX Hatchback	Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback LS	Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback	Toyota Corolla SE Hatchback	Mazda 3 Sport Hatchback	Subaru Impreza 2.0i Hatchback	Ford Fiesta ST-Line Hatchback
MPG (city)	31	29	24	32	28	28	25
MPG (highway)	42	38	32	42	37	36	32
MPG (combined)	36	32	27	36	31	31	28
Fuel Tank Capacity(Gal.)	12.39	13.7	14	13.2	13.2	13.2	12.4

The combined fuel economy for Honda Civic Hatchback and Toyota Corolla stands at 36 MPG which is better than most of the rivals including the Chevrolet Cruze and Subaru Impreza.

"If you're looking for a smartly styled small hatch that isn't so small on the inside, has incredibly good resale and reliability ratings and offers a wide range of engine and trim levels, the Honda store is your one-stop shopping destination, and the 2019 Honda Civic is the reason why."- Kelly Blue Book

Seating and Comfort

The interior of the Civic is conservative with full of premium material and high-grade plastic components. Center console is wide with numerous pockets and bins for small articles. All the trims use a 7.0-inch touchscreen while the LX comes fitted with a 5.0-inch infotainment system. Ergonomics are well suited for an average size individual and it has a substantial amount of interior space than most of the rivals. The legroom is also generous for a compact size sedan but sills are wide which hinders entry and exit.

Models	Honda Civic LX Hatchback	Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback LS	Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback	Toyota Corolla SE Hatchback	Mazda 3 Sport Hatchback	Subaru Impreza 2.0i Hatchback	Ford Fiesta ST-Line Hatchback
Passenger capacity	5	5	5	5	5	5	5
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	39.3/57.0/42.3	38.9/54.9/42	39.1/56.2/42.2	38.4/53.9/42.0	38.5/57.2/42.2	39.8/56.7/43.1	39.1/52.7/43.6
Rear (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	37.4/55.0/36.0	37.8/53.2/36.1	38.5/55.4/34.8	37.6/54.5/29.9	37.6/54.4/35.8	37.2/55.6/36.5	37.2/49.0/31.2

The Honda Civic hatchback and the Subaru Impreza have comparable interior space while the rear seats in Honda are a bit more spacious. The Chevrolet Cruze and Toyota Corolla are similar in terms of interior dimensions.

Infotainment

The 2019 Honda Civic comes with a 7-inch touchscreen that touches sensitive control and it is very inconvenient to operate. The saving grace is the abundance of steering wheel-mounted controls.

• 450-watt premium audio system with 10 speakers, including subwoofer
• Mobile hotspot capability
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
• SiriusXM Radio / HD Radio
• Honda LaneWatch
• Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock

Cargo Capacity

Despite being an entry-level compact, the 2019 Civic provides ample cargo space. Its low liftover height makes easy for your load and unloads large articles. The utilitarian hatch provides 25.7 cubic feet of cargo space and it can be increased to 46.2 with the rear folding seat.

Models	Honda Civic LX Hatchback	Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback LS	Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback	Toyota Corolla SE Hatchback	Mazda 3 Sport Hatchback	Subaru Impreza 2.0i Hatchback	Ford Fiesta ST-Line Hatchback
Cargo Capacity (cu.ft)	25.7	22.7	24.9	17.8	12.4	20.8	10.1

The cargo space of Honda Civic is best in this segment followed by Chevrolet Cruze and Subaru Impreza. The Toyota Corolla has the least amount of space.

Interior Features

• Reclining Front Bucket Seats -inc: driver seat manual height adjustment and adjustable head restraints
• 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
• Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
• Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch, and Panic Button
• Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
• Automatic Air Conditioning
• Engine Immobilizer
• Air Filtration
• Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature

"From mild to wild, the 2019 Honda Civic has a look and a body style for everyone." -The Car Connection

Dimension and Weight

The 2019 Civic looks very aggressive from every angle with a sleek silhouette, the stance is wide with dynamic sporty lines running through the length of the car. The bumper is restyled with a lower grille and a piano black deckled spoiler accounts for a sporty look. The sedan can be easily mistaken as a hatchback. The Audi A7 is a perfect example of depicting its body style. Its wide stance with sloping rooflines looks daring but innovative. Unique C shaped tail-lights looks menacing.

Models	Honda Civic LX Hatchback	Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback LS	Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback	Toyota Corolla SE Hatchback	Mazda 3 Sport Hatchback	Subaru Impreza 2.0i Hatchback	Ford Fiesta ST-Line Hatchback
Length(in)	177.9	175.3	170.9	169.9	180.3	175.6	160.1
Width(in)	70.8	70.5	70.7	69.9	70.7	70.0	67.8
Height(in)	56.5	57.7	57.7	57.1	57.3	58.9	57.2
Ground clearance (in)	5.1	5.6	5.9	5.1	6.1	5.1	NA
Wheelbase (in)	106.3	106.3	104.3	103.9	106.3	105.1	98.0

The Honda Civic hatchback casts the largest shadow with respect to the competition and Subaru loses it by few inches. The width of all the rivals is almost similar. Toyota Corolla hers I the smallest among all.

Exterior Features

The 2019 Honda Civic Coupe comes with standard exterior features like fog lamps, variable intermittent windshield wipers, taillights with integrated LED light bars and more as mentioned.

• SMART Entry with walk-away auto-lock
• HEATED Body Coloured power side-mirrors
• Security system with remote entry and trunk release
• Projector-beam halogen headlights with auto on/off
• One-touch power moonroof with tilt features
• Spoilers (Optional)

You would struggle to try to get a safer hatchback than the 2019 Honda Civic. The car has received perfect crash-test scores from both the NHTSA and IIHS. Packing in the Honda Safety Sense suite as standard on all trims, it offers plenty of advanced driver aids to prevent any possible collision. Although, the Advanced Emergency Braking is a bit too eager to jump into action, stopping the car dead in its tracks when the other vehicle is far away.

The only chink in its safety systems is the headlights. They are halogen projectors which fail to illuminate the side of the road, thus reducing the driver's visibility in low-light conditions. This essentially makes him/her blind around corners. With no curb-view cameras, it is best to take sharp turns with a little extra caution.

Safety Features

• Forward-collision warning
• Lane-keeping assist
• Adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow
• Road-departure mitigation
• Low-speed collision avoidance with emergency braking
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• Back-Up Camera
• Rear-Child Safety Lock

Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla is a solid car but the overall performance is timid. On the other hand, Honda Civic has several potent engine choices and exceptional ride quality. You will get a nicer interior, more cargo space, and better fuel economy with the Civic as well. The handling of Toyota is snooze-worthy and there is no support for Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. You get both of these smartphone integration features in the Civic. These are two of the most popular choices in the compact car market. Corolla offers great reliability, along with an excellent fuel economy. Civic provides a better performance overall, with its engaging handling, comfortable ride, and a base price that is almost the same as Corolla.

Subaru Impreza

The Subaru Impreza comes with a 2.0-liter powertrain which puts out 152 hp and a similar amount of torque. It was redesigned a few years ago and feels grown-up. The Civic can't match the all-wheel-drive system of Subaru and it comes with lots of modern safety features. The Impreza has a modern center touchscreen, a comfortable ride, and great predicted reliability. Unfortunately, the Impreza is woefully underpowered and its real-world fuel economy can't match the Civic's. So in terms of overall performance, the Civic is a clear winner.

Chevrolet Cruze

The Civic Cruze comes with a1.4 liter turbocharged powertrain which puts out 153 hp and 177 lb-ft of torque. The Civic is way ahead in performance bu the Cruze is no slouch. It offers excellent reliability, a modern infotainment system, an equally nice interior and all at a slightly more affordable price. The Honda Civic, on the other hand, offers excellent acceleration, sporty handling, a perfect safety score, and an attractive and roomy interior. You can better than the best and the Civic is the winner.

Though the Honda Civic costs more than the rivals its hands down a better car than the Toyota Corolla and Chevrolet Cruze. It is the best compact car for performance, quality, space or efficiency. It is an appealing package with multiple variants and lots of tech and features. You should definitely consider buying a Honda Civic.