Used Honda Civic for Sale nearGlendale, CA

How much does the Honda Civic cost in today's market?

Used Honda Civic prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Honda Civic's current nationwide average price is $19,150, and its lowest point over the past year was $17,557. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Honda Civic a good car?

Yes — the Honda Civic is a strong used-car pick for shoppers who want a compact car with broad appeal and a long-running reputation for value. The all-generations owner rating is 4.47/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Civic for reliability, fuel economy, and an enjoyable driving experience. Comfortable interiors and useful cargo space also come up often, which helps explain why it remains a popular choice for commuters, families, and first-time buyers.

Expert reviews rate the 2015 and 2020 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs in recent expert reviews center on all-wheel drive not being offered, road noise at speed, and technology that can feel dated in some trims.

30.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Honda Civic models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Civic for reliability, fuel economy, and everyday usability. The model also earns repeat praise for being comfortable and enjoyable to drive, which adds to its long-term appeal.

• Owners rate the Honda Civic between 4.5 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking maintenance records and model-year history carefully, especially on older examples.

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

Across all model years, at 66.2% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2023 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Honda Sensing collection of advanced driving assistance systems
• Infotainment: 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: The Civic’s EPA fuel economy ratings are respectable at 31 mpg in the city, 39 mpg on the highway, and 34 mpg in combined driving.

Which Honda Civic trim should I buy?

The 2026 Honda Civic offers these trims:

• LX: The entry Civic sedan uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 150 horsepower and 133 lb-ft of torque, a CVT with paddle shifters, and Normal, Sport, and Econ driving modes. It suits you if you want the simplest Civic setup.
• Sport: This trim adds 18-inch wheels, a better-looking cabin presentation, eight speakers, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. It is the best-value trim if you want more equipment without moving far up the lineup.
• Sport Hybrid: The hybrid powertrain brings stronger performance and impressive efficiency, making it the right pick if you want the most complete balance of power and economy.
• Sport Touring Hybrid: This trim adds larger 10.2-inch instrumentation and 9-inch infotainment displays, Google built-in, Alexa built-in, a Wi-Fi hotspot, wireless smartphone charging, and a 12-speaker Bose audio system. It suits you if you want the most tech-rich Civic sedan.
• Si: The Si uses a non-hybrid turbocharged gas engine with a manual transmission only, giving you the sportiest sedan-focused setup in the lineup.
• Type R: The Type R sits at the top of the Civic performance range and is the most extreme choice for driving enthusiasts.

What Honda Civic do most buyers choose?

The Honda Civic years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, more pricing flexibility, and a newer-feeling Civic experience. They also sit close enough to current production that you can often find a strong mix of features and value.

What is the Honda Civic's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which is good news if you want to buy used and benefit from softer pricing. A few older years are close to flat or slightly higher, showing that some Civic generations continue to hold value well. Overall, the pattern favors shoppers who want to wait for a better deal rather than rush into a purchase.

The 2014 and 2023 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2015, 2014, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Honda Civic safe?

• 2026: 7/10
• 2025: 8/10
• 2024: 8/10
• 2022: 7/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2019: 9/10
• 2016: 9/10
• 2015: 9/10
• 2014: 8/10

Honda Sensing is standard on every 2026 Civic, and it includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, adaptive cruise control, and Traffic Jam Assist.

For the safest used buy, the 2015, 2016, 2019 and 2020 models all post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Honda Civic now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −4.1% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −1.06%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.5% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 32.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $25,310. The Honda Civic offers a roomy cabin and a practical, easy-to-live-with character that makes it a strong everyday choice.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest Civic offers a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 150 horsepower and 133 lb-ft of torque, plus a hybrid setup with remarkable power and impressive efficiency.
• Tech: The latest Civic adds 10.2-inch instrumentation, a 9-inch infotainment display, Google built-in, Alexa built-in, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and wireless smartphone charging.
• Safety: The latest Civic adds blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert on the Sport trim, along with front and rear parking sensors with low-speed automatic braking on the Sport Touring Hybrid.
• Starting price: For 2026, prices range from $25,790 to $34,690 with the $1,195 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Compare 2026 Honda Civic Trims

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

• Starting at $26,081
• 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: $26,081 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 32 city / 41 hwy
• Inventory: 1,678 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 more features without stepping up to the Si. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $28,315 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 31 city / 39 hwy
• Inventory: 4,552 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 with premium features. It's ideal for those seeking performance without sacrificing comfort.

• Avg. market price: $33,466 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 530 listings
• View Si FWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Sport FWD

With 4,552 active listings, the Sport FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — LX FWD

At $26,081 avg market price — below the lineup median of $28,315 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — LX FWD

The LX FWD offers the best fuel efficiency in the lineup with 32/41 MPG/MPGe.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 2, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.