How much does the 2019 Honda Civic cost?

Prices have softened 5.99% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,004 listings available, which gives you a solid pool to compare prices and equipment.

If you find a listing below $17,166.16, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2019 Honda Civic a good car?

Yes — 4.71/5 from owners, and the expert rating is 7.83/10. The standout strength is Safety at 9/10.

Owners consistently praise its reliability, comfort, and safety features, and they also like its stylish appearance and good fuel economy. The Civic’s use case is broad: it works well as a dependable daily driver, but it also gives you enough driving engagement to feel rewarding on the commute. With 29.0% of listings marked as good or great deals, you still have room to shop carefully.

Is the 2019 Honda Civic reliable?

Owners rate it 4.71/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owners also describe it as reliable and appreciate its reputation for longevity, which lines up with the Civic’s long-running reputation for being a car you can count on. The expert review reinforces that impression by calling out smoothness, refinement, and a setup that still feels safe, comfortable, and reliable in everyday use. Honda also makes standard maintenance-friendly ownership more appealing by bundling a lot of value into the car’s standard equipment.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is buying a neglected example, so condition and service history matter more than the badge alone.

What should I look for when buying a used 2019 Honda Civic?

At 54.3% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the car is priced near the low end of the market. Focus on body condition, panel alignment, tire wear, and signs of prior repair work, since those clues can tell you more than the listing photos. If you’re comparing multiple cars, the cleanest example is often the better buy even if it costs a little more.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base setup is light on extras, while higher trims add more upscale touches and convenience features. The Sport trim adds more visual flair, and the Touring trim brings the most premium equipment, including LED headlights, navigation, and the top-tier stereo.
• Powertrain: LX and Sport models use a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 158 horsepower and 138 pound-feet of torque, while EX and above trims use a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder with 174 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque. The turbo engine is the better pick if you want stronger mid-range response.
• Safety package: Honda Sensing is standard on every trim except the Si and Type R. It includes forward-collision alert with emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control.
• Infotainment: The system includes standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Honda’s Garmin-based navigation is a standout for its quick, accurate voice input. The interface itself feels dated compared with newer systems.
• Fuel efficiency: The turbo engine is described as the better choice for response and mid-range acceleration, and the CVT avoids the strained feel some rivals show at highway speeds.

Which 2019 Honda Civic trim should I buy?

The 2019 Honda Civic is offered in 5 trim levels: LX, Sport, EX, Touring, Si.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: LX gives you the essentials, but it lacks the richer equipment and visual polish you get as you move up the range.
• Sweet-spot trim: EX is the best value because it adds the turbo engine, moonroof, power driver’s seat, and touchscreen without pushing into luxury-car pricing.
• Premium/top trim: Touring is the most fully equipped choice, with LED headlights, navigation, and the top-tier stereo.
• Off-road trim: The Si is the enthusiast pick, but it is not the best match if you want the easiest everyday ownership experience.

Honda Sensing is standard on every trim except the Si and Type R.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2019 Honda Civic?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you’re patient.

• Deal availability: 29.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,004 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.99% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 54.3% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $17,166.16, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2019 Honda Civic's resale value?

The current average of $17,467 sits slightly below last year's $18,580.

That price movement suggests the Civic has already absorbed some depreciation, which can help future sellers if they buy at the right price. A lower entry cost gives you more room to recover value later, especially if you choose a well-kept example with desirable equipment. Strong demand also tends to support resale, and this model year’s owner satisfaction score points in that direction.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.71/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2019 Honda Civic safe?

The 2019 Civic earns five-star ratings in all NHTSA categories except the coupe, which gets four-star passenger-side frontal crash ratings.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Honda Sensing is standard on every trim except the Si and Type R, and it includes forward-collision alert with emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. That makes the Civic unusually well equipped for the class, especially at lower trims. The main caveat is that the coupe’s passenger-side frontal result is lower than the rest of the lineup, so coupe shoppers should pay extra attention to crash-test context.

Should I buy a 2019 Honda Civic or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2019 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2019 if:

• 29.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 54.3% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.99% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.71/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2019 brings minor tweaks and a new Sport trim while keeping the Civic’s winning formula intact.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $18,956, the 2020 costs more than the current year's $17,467 average.
• It adds more standard safety and convenience features.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2019 is the smarter buy because prices are softer and inventory is healthy. If you’re willing to pay more for a newer model year with added standard features, the 2020 is the cleaner upgrade path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from July 31, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.