The 2022 Honda Civic Sedan is the newest version of one of the most popular vehicles on the road today. It has been a best seller in the U.S. since 1973, with over 12 million built. The Civic is hugely important to the Honda brand, with this 11th generation sedan going on sale this past spring.
In the 2022 model, Honda revisits some “timeless design concepts” from previous versions. These include a beltline, fenders, and hood that have all been lowered. They create a larger greenhouse with an improved outside view.
Inside, the Civic Touring Sedan is totally new with class-above attention to detail. Leather upholstery, digital gauges, a 9-inch infotainment system, and a Bose 12-speaker premium audio system all do their part adding to the vibe.
Power for the new Civic comes from a choice of two engines: The base engine is a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder that makes 158 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque. It mates to a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The more powerful and efficient option is a 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder delivering 180 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. Like the 2.0-liter, this engine also uses a CVT transmission.
The base Honda Civic LX sedan starts at $21,700, plus a $1,015 destination fee. It’s decently equipped with the 2.0-liter engine and automatic transmission, along with the Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver-assist features that includes adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and traffic sign recognition. Other features include a 7-inch touchscreen display, 160-watt 4-speaker audio system, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity.
Four Honda Civic Sedan Trim Levels
The 2022 Honda Civic Sedan is available in four main trim levels: LX, Sport, EX, and Touring models. Buyers will find additional premium features as they climb the trim ladder to the Civic Touring sedan, which begins at $28,300.
We think most buyers will step up a trim level to the Honda Civic Sport sedan. Priced at $23,100, it adds features like leather-wrapped steering wheel, 18-inch alloy wheels, keyless entry, and paddle shifters. If we were in the market, we would step up one more level to the Civic EX Sedan at $24,700. This move up includes Honda’s more powerful and efficient 1.5-liter turbo engine, Blind-Spot Information System, heated front seats, a one-touch power moonroof, and a 180-watt 8-speaker audio system.
Which 2022 Honda Civic Sedan is Right for Me?
Honda Civic LX Sedan (From $21,700)
- 2.0-liter inline-4 engine
- Continuously variable transmission
- 160-watt 4-speaker audio system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 7-inch color touchscreen display
- Honda Sensing Safety Suite
Honda Civic Sport Sedan ($23,100)
- 180-watt 8-speaker audio system
- Automatic climate control
- Remote engine start and sport pedals
- Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock
- 18-inch gloss black alloy wheels
- 3-mode drive system (ECON/Normal/Sport)
Honda Civic EX Sedan ($24,700)
- 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4
- CVT automatic transmission
- One-touch power moonroof
- Blind Spot Information System
- 180-watt audio system with eight speakers
- Heated front seats
- Dual-zone climate control
Honda Civic Touring Sedan ($28,300)
- 18-inch alloy wheels with Gloss Shark Gray inserts
- Bose premium 12-speaker audio with subwoofer and HD Radio
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
- 9-inch touchscreen display with satellite navigation
- Leather-trimmed seating
- Blind-spot information system with cross-traffic monitoring
- Front and rear parking sensors
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