Used Honda Civic for Sale nearLakeland, FL

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 $19,085, and its lowest point over the past year was $17,557. Recently, prices have come down for the 2024, 2025, and 2026 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, anchored by an all-generations owner rating of 4.47/5.

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 enjoyable driving manners. They also highlight comfortable interiors and useful cargo space, which help the car work well for commuting and everyday family use.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in recent expert reviews are noisy road manners, outdated technology in some versions, and some features being reserved for higher trims.

33.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Honda Civic models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Honda Civic for reliability, fuel economy, and a smooth, enjoyable driving experience. Expert reviews also reinforce its reputation for being a dependable model that can serve you well for years.

• 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, the long-term ownership picture is generally favorable, especially if you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and a solid maintenance record.

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

Across all model years, at 65.6% 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
• Infotainment: 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 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 trim uses the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with a CVT and gives you the Civic’s core everyday setup.
• Sport: Adds a more upscale feel with 18-inch wheels, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and an eight-speaker audio system.
• Sport Hybrid: Brings Honda’s Two Motor Hybrid powertrain for stronger efficiency and more power.
• Sport Touring Hybrid: Adds the larger 10.2-inch instrumentation display, 9-inch infotainment screen, Google built-in, Alexa built-in, wireless smartphone charging, a Wi-Fi hotspot, 12-speaker Bose audio, and front and rear parking sensors with low-speed automatic braking.
• Si: The standalone sport sedan adds a turbocharged gas engine and a manual transmission for a more enthusiast-focused setup.
• Type R: The performance hatchback sits at the top of the lineup for buyers who want the most aggressive Civic experience.

What Honda Civic do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more choices, more price points, and a better chance of finding the body style and trim you want. They also tend to be easier to compare side by side, which helps you shop with more confidence.

What is the Honda Civic's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want prices that have softened. A few older years are flat to slightly higher, showing that some Civic examples continue to hold value well. Overall, the pattern favors buyers looking for a broad selection of recent models at lower prices than before.

The 2014, 2016, 2024, and 2026 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2015, 2016, and 2014 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

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 the 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 2026 model is at −0.45% versus a year ago, and the 2025 model is at −3.35%.
• Deal availability: The 2026 model has 39.1% good and great deals, and the 2025 model has 38.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $24,945. The Honda Civic offers a balanced mix of practicality, comfort, and everyday driving enjoyment.

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 larger 10.2-inch instrumentation and 9-inch infotainment displays, 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, plus front and rear parking sensors with low-speed automatic braking on the Sport Touring Hybrid.
• Starting price: The latest Civic ranges from $25,790 to $34,690 with the 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 October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Compare 2026 Honda Civic Trims in Lakeland, FL

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

• Starting at $22,839
• 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 and great fuel economy without paying for extras.

• Avg. market price: $22,839 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 32 city / 41 hwy
• Inventory: 121 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View LX FWD listings

Sport FWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded Civic with added tech and sporty touches without stepping up to the Si.

• Avg. market price: $25,773 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 31 city / 39 hwy
• Inventory: 292 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Sport FWD listings

Si FWD — "Who It's For"

The Si FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a performance-oriented Civic with more power and premium features without going for a higher-end model.

• Avg. market price: $29,995 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 50 listings
• View Si FWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Sport FWD

With 292 active listings, the Sport FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — LX FWD

At $22,839 avg market price — below the lineup median of $25,773 — 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 October 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.