Honda unveiled the facelifted version of the Civic in hatchback and sedan bodystyles, adding a hybrid powertrain option after a decade of absence in the North American lineup. The 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid produces a combined 200 hp and 315 Nm of torque, from two electric motors and a 2.0-liter gasoline engine. This is more powerful than the European e:HEV and makes it the most potent version of the Civic currently available, excluding the Type R.
Honda has yet to reveal detailed
specifications, but claims that the hybrid variant surpasses the outgoing turbo
1.5-liter model in acceleration. Simultaneously, the new Civic Hybrid boasts
significantly enhanced efficiency, with a promise of nearly 50 mpg. Moreover,
Honda engineers have meticulously optimized the hybrid’s suspension,
implementing unique tuning for both springs and dampers. The electrified Sport
Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid trims are joined by the ICE-only LX and Sport,
models. These are powered by the carry-over naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter
four-cylinder engine with 158 hp and 187 Nm of
torque. Overall, Honda expects the hybrid to account for nearly 40 percent of
the Civic sales.
The
2025 Civic lineup is equipped with a CVT, but sadly, there’s currently no
mention of the manual Civic Si in the press release. Seeking clarification on
the possibility of a manual transmission option, we contacted Honda and
received the following response: “No information is currently available
regarding the 2025 model year Civic lineup.” While instantly recognizable, the
Civic adopts a sportier face, three years after the debut of the 11th
generation. The redesigned grille and bumper intakes mirror those of the Civic
RS prototype from the 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon. The hybrid trims are distinguished
by the body-colored garnish around the headlights and on the front splitter.
Other visual updates include the dark-tinted taillights on the sedan, the
machine-finished 18-inch wheels on the Sport Touring Hybrid, and four new
available shades for the exterior.
The interior is largely carried over with
minor changes. These include a gray option exclusive to the hybrid, and the
addition of USB-C ports across the lineup. More importantly, there is a larger
9-inch infotainment display in the flagship Sport Touring Hybrid trim which
benefits from Google built-in and is compatible with wireless Android Auto and
Apple CarPlay. The 2025 Honda Civic will arrive in US dealerships this June
starting with the sedan, while the hatchback will follow later in the summer.
Pricing will be announced at a later date, with the new 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid
expected to start under US$ 30,000.
