New Honda Civic for Sale nearBakersfield, 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 $19,001, and its lowest point over the past year was $17,565. 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 choice if you want a compact car with broad appeal, solid owner satisfaction, and a long-running reputation for practicality. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Civic for reliability, fuel economy, and enjoyable driving manners. Comfort, roomy interiors, and useful cargo space also come up often, which helps explain why it works so well 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 limited power in some versions, noisy road manners at speed, and technology that can feel dated in lower trims. Those are the kinds of compromises you may notice most if you shop the more affordable versions.

34.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Honda Civic models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Civic as dependable, efficient, and easy to live with. Across the lineup, the model’s long-term appeal comes from strong fuel economy, comfortable daily driving, and a reputation for lasting value.

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

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is generally manageable, but it still makes sense to focus on maintenance history and a clean vehicle record.

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

Across all model years, at 64.4% 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: 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 a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with a CVT and standard 7-inch digital instrumentation and 7-inch touchscreen infotainment; it suits you if you want the most affordable Civic with the core cabin and driving experience.
• Sport: This trim adds 18-inch wheels, shiny exhaust outlet tip, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and an eight-speaker audio system, making it the best-value trim for many shoppers.
• Sport Hybrid: The hybrid setup adds the Two Motor Hybrid powertrain for stronger performance and impressive efficiency, along with the standard Civic tech and a more advanced powertrain choice.
• Sport Touring Hybrid: This trim adds larger 10.2-inch instrumentation and 9-inch infotainment displays, Google built-in, Alexa built-in, wireless smartphone charging, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and a 12-speaker Bose audio system for buyers who want the most tech-rich Civic sedan.
• Si: The standalone sport sedan brings a non-hybrid turbocharged gas engine and a manual transmission only, suiting drivers who want a more engaging Civic.
• Type R: The performance hatchback sits at the top of the lineup for buyers focused on the most serious performance character.

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 combine broad availability with strong deal shares, giving you more choices at prices that still feel competitive. When inventory is deep, it is usually easier to compare trims, colors, and equipment levels before you buy.

What is the Honda Civic's resale value?

Most Civic model years are down year over year, which is helpful if you are shopping used and want prices that have eased recently. A few older years are flat to rising, showing that some Civic variants continue to hold value well. Overall, the table points to a market where recent-model pricing has softened more than the oldest examples.

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

The 2015, 2014, and 2016 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 equips every 2026 Civic with its Honda Sensing collection of advanced driving assistance systems.

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 −1.03% versus a year ago, and the 2025 model is at −2.61%.
• Deal availability: The 2026 model has 37.6% good and great deals, and the 2025 model has 38.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $24,689. The Honda Civic offers a refined cabin, strong practicality, and a broad lineup that makes it easy to match the car to your needs.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The Civic’s 2.0-liter four-cylinder supplies 150 horsepower and 133 lb-ft of torque, while the hybrid setup offers remarkable power and impressive efficiency.
• Tech: You can get larger 10.2-inch instrumentation and 9-inch infotainment displays, Google built-in, Alexa built-in, access to a Wi-Fi hotspot, and wireless smartphone charging.
• Safety: The latest model adds blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert on the Civic Sport, along with front and rear parking sensors and low-speed automatic braking on the Sport Touring Hybrid.
• Starting price: For the 2026 model year, 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.

How does the 2023 Honda Civic compare to the 2023 Toyota Corolla?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Compare 2025 Honda Civic Trims in Bakersfield, CA

The 2025 Honda Civic offers a blend of affordability and efficiency, making it a great choice for budget-conscious shoppers.

• Starting at $23,999
• Best MPG/MPGe: 32 city / 41 hwy
• Most Popular: LX FWD

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Trim Deep Dives

LX FWD — "Who It's For"

The LX FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a reliable and efficient vehicle without paying for extra features. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $24,724 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 32 city / 41 hwy
• Inventory: 17 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Sport FWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport FWD is the choice for buyers seeking a fully loaded Civic with advanced technology and comfort features.

• Avg. market price: $23,999 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 32 city / 41 hwy
• Inventory: 9 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — LX FWD

With 17 active listings, the LX FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Sport FWD

At $23,999 avg market price — below the lineup median of $24,361 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 5, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.