2018 Honda Civic MPG
25–36 mpg combined across 15 EPA-rated versions. Best: Civic 4Dr (FWD, 1.5L 4-cyl) at 32 city / 42 hwy / 36 combined; lowest: Civic 5Dr - Type R (2.0L 4-cyl, M6) at 25.
Every version
| Version | Engine | Trans. | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 32 | 42 | 36 | $1,850 |
| Civic 2Dr | 1.5L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 30 | 41 | 35 | $1,900 |
| Civic 2Dr | 1.5L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 31 | 40 | 35 | $1,900 |
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 31 | 42 | 35 | $1,900 |
| Civic 2Dr | 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 30 | 39 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 31 | 40 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 31 | 40 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 29 | 38 | 33 | $2,050 |
| Civic 5Dr Sport | 1.5L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 29 | 38 | 33 | $2,500 |
| Civic 2Dr | 2.0L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 28 | 40 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Civic 5Dr Sport | 1.5L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 30 | 36 | 32 | $2,550 |
| Civic Si 2Dr | 1.5L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 28 | 38 | 32 | $2,550 |
| Civic Si 4Dr | 1.5L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 28 | 38 | 32 | $2,550 |
| Civic 5Dr - Type R | 2.0L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 22 | 28 | 25 | $3,300 |
How it compares
- 2018 Midsize Cars: class average 26.8 mpg over 196 versions; best Civic +9.2 (#14).
- 2017: 36 mpg best (no change).
- 2019: 36 mpg best.
- Fuel cost spread: $1,850–$3,300 a year ($1,450 difference).
- 2026 model: 49 mpg best (+13).
Safety
| Crash test | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic 2 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ · 9.3% risk |
| Honda Civic 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ · 9.5% risk |
| Honda Civic 5 HB FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ · 9.5% risk |
602 owner complaints: Steering 225, Unknown Or Other 107, Fuel System 89, Gasoline 89. Crashes 26, fires 4, injuries 21, deaths 1.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 225 | 37% |
| Unknown Or Other | 107 | 18% |
| Fuel System | 89 | 15% |
| Gasoline | 89 | 15% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 70 | 12% |
| Electrical System | 51 | 8% |
| Engine | 51 | 8% |
| Service Brakes | 22 | 4% |
Recent owner reports: Steering
“On Thursday [XXX] I left San Marcos, CA and drove north to meet with my future father-in-law who lives in Shady Canyon, located in Irvine, CA. My car, a 2018 Honda Civic Type R, performed normally on the way to his house, without any warning lamps, messages, etc shown. The tires had regular pressure and all maintenance on the vehicle was current.”
“The electric power steering (EPS) system failed/malfunctioned this past week. When going over 35 mph my steering wheel would become "knotchy/jerky" and lock up and be difficult to turn. As a result, I took it to Honda to which they stated my whole rack and pinion needed total replacement. No warning signs, messages, icons, or lights came on in my car.”
“The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving at high speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was drivable. The contact stated that the failure persisted while his wife was driving the vehicle at an undisclosed speed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by a dealer or an independent mechanic.”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
6 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).
| Date | Component | Campaign |
|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | Air Bags › sensor › occupant Classification › front Passenger | 26V332000 |
| Dec 18, 2023 | Fuel System, Gasoline › delivery › fuel Pump | 23V858000 |
| May 28, 2020 | Fuel System, Gasoline › delivery › fuel Pump | 20V314000 |
| Nov 16, 2018 | Equipment › other › owners/Service/Other Manual | 18V817000 |
| Sep 27, 2018 | Steering › electric Power Assist System | 18V663000 |
| Jun 20, 2018 | Equipment › other › labels | 18V421000 |