New & Used 2026 Honda Civic for Sale nearShell Knob, MO

Compare 2026 Honda Civic Trims

The 2026 Honda Civic offers a range of trims from budget-friendly to performance-oriented, all with efficient FWD options.

• Starting at $27,714
• Best MPG/MPGe: 32 city / 41 hwy
• Most Popular: Sport FWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

LX FWD — "Who It's For"

The LX FWD is the pick for shoppers who want essential features without paying for extras. It's the most budget-friendly option in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $27,714 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 32 city / 41 hwy
• Inventory: 1,766 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Sport FWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded Civic with added features without stepping up to the Si. It's the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $28,256 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 31 city / 39 hwy
• Inventory: 4,795 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Si FWD — "Who It's For"

The Si FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sportier driving experience without going for a higher-end model. It offers more power and features for enthusiasts.

• Avg. market price: $32,852 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 555 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Sport FWD

With 4,795 active listings, the Sport FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — LX FWD

At $27,714 avg market price — below the lineup median of $28,256 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — LX FWD

The LX FWD leads the lineup with impressive fuel efficiency at 32/41 MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Is the 2026 Honda Civic a good car?

The 2026 Honda Civic earns a 6.83/10 expert rating, and it’s easy to see why it remains such a familiar sight. The standout strength is Look and feel at 9/10. Honda’s latest Civic has aged with remarkable grace, and the lineup still gives you broad appeal with sedans and hatchbacks, gas and hybrid powertrains, plus Si and Type R variants. That versatility is balanced by a premium price, and the trade-offs include noisy behavior at speed and outdated technology. For you, that means the Civic makes the most sense if you want a compact car that feels satisfying behind the wheel rather than the cheapest one on the lot. Good and great deals account for 34.7% of listings.

Is the 2026 Honda Civic reliable?

The 2026 Honda Civic is presented as a dependable model, and Honda ranks high in reliability. The expert review also says this is the kind of car you buy, drive for a long time, spend very little to keep running, and have it work for years and years. Its powertrain is described as efficient and responsive, and the hybrid setup is called excellent with remarkable power and impressive efficiency. If you’re buying used, the main long-term ownership risk is less about basic dependability and more about choosing the right trim and condition so you don’t overpay for features you won’t use.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Honda Civic?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 88.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the report carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a proper history review. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on the cabin electronics, road-noise complaints, and overall wear, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example. It also helps to compare trim equipment closely so you know whether the car has the safety and tech features you want.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Sport adds 18-inch wheels, a shiny exhaust outlet tip, and a cabin that feels more upscale than the base LX, while the base trim is more stripped back. The Sport also brings eight speakers instead of four, and it gets blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert that the LX does not.
• Powertrain: The LX and Sport use a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 150 horsepower and 133 lb-ft of torque, a CVT, and front-wheel drive. The hybrid models use Honda’s Two Motor Hybrid powertrain, which is described as offering remarkable power and impressive efficiency.
• Safety package: Every Civic gets Honda Sensing, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, adaptive cruise control, and Traffic Jam Assist. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are not on the LX, but they are on the Sport.
• Infotainment: Standard tech includes a 7-inch digital instrument panel and a 7-inch touchscreen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto require a cable connection. The Si and Sport Touring Hybrid get larger 10.2-inch instrumentation and 9-inch infotainment displays, plus Google built-in, Alexa built-in, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and wireless smartphone charging.
• Fuel efficiency: The Civic Sport is rated at 31 mpg city, 39 mpg highway, and 34 mpg combined. The hybrid models are described as especially efficient.

Which 2026 Honda Civic trim should I buy?

The 2026 Honda Civic is offered in 5 trim levels: LX, Sport, Sport Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid, and Si.

Here's the short version:

• LX: This is the simplest entry point, but it leaves out some useful safety and convenience equipment that you get on the Sport. It makes sense if your priority is getting into a Civic at the lowest possible price.
• Sport: This is the best-value trim for most used buyers because it adds a more polished look, better audio, and important safety upgrades over the LX without jumping into the pricier hybrid or Si models.
• Sport Hybrid: Choose this if you want the hybrid powertrain’s stronger efficiency and more impressive overall power.
• Sport Touring Hybrid: This is the most feature-rich hybrid choice, with the larger displays, Google built-in, Alexa built-in, wireless charging, and parking sensors with low-speed automatic braking.
• Si: Pick this if you want the sportiest gas-only Civic, since it uses a turbocharged engine and a manual transmission only.

Honda Sensing is standard across the lineup, but blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are not available on the LX.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Honda Civic?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you have some room to shop carefully without expecting a deep bargain on every listing.

• Deal availability: 34.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,520 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 88.3% of listings are accident-free.

Is the 2026 Honda Civic safe?

The 2026 Civic sedan earns five-star ratings from NHTSA overall, with four-star frontal impact, five-star side impact, and five-star rollover resistance ratings.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

Honda Sensing is standard and includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, adaptive cruise control, and Traffic Jam Assist. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are not available on the LX, but they are standard on the Sport. The Sport Touring Hybrid also adds front and rear parking sensors with low-speed automatic braking.

Should I buy a 2026 Honda Civic or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2026 if:

• 34.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 88.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• It carries over unchanged after a mild 2025 update, with the same broad lineup of body styles and powertrains.

Consider the 2025 if:

• It adds a mid-cycle refresh and expands the powertrain lineup.

The bottom line: You should focus on the 2026 if you want the latest carryover version of a Civic that already feels polished, versatile, and satisfying to drive. If you’re shopping with a tighter budget, the 2025 can be worth a look because it brings the refresh and may offer a lower asking price.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.