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Honda Civic Hatchback 2017–2021 (10th gen)
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- Price
- $19,900–$28,300
- MPG
- 34
- Strength: Excellent cargo & utility
- Strength: Strong reliability
- Strength: Strong running costs
How it scores for you10 scores
Class-leading cargo and rock-solid reliability make it a supremely practical compact, with sharp handling as a bonus, though the base 158hp is merely adequate.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; none of its 4 recalls were serious. About 5% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +8 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $1,950 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 74% of cars we track.
25.7 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 97% of other hatchbacks we track.
Roomy rear seat and generous 25.7 cu ft cargo (46.2 folded) make it one of the more practical compacts. Strong space for its footprint.
Civic hatch is praised for sharp, engaging handling and a slick available manual. The 1.5T Sport trims add punch. 158hp base is modest, but chassis balance beats most economy cars.
Touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and Honda Sensing available. Early units lacked a volume knob and had laggy software, keeping it near segment-typical for the era.
Composed ride and supportive seats for the class, though firmer Sport trims and some road noise temper it. Solidly above average for a compact hatch.
Typical resale value for a hatchback.
No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls9 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
9 recalls · 9 common complaint areas across 2018–2021
- Steering — 225 complaints (2018)
- Recall — Airbags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger (2021)
- Steering — 111 complaints (2019)
2021
- RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger24V064000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RD
- RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger26V332000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022
- Complaint clusterSteering66 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
When it is warm and humid, at highway speeds and slight turns, the steering sticks and the wheel does not recenter on its own. All driver assist features are off when this occurs. It takes additional force to unstick and causes overcorrection in the steering. Symptoms are consistent with the 11th ge
- Complaint clusterForward collision avoidance16 complaintscomplaints:FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
while driving last week with my family, doing some grocery shopping, we got on the highway which is 75mph in our 2021 Honda Civic and it had a catastrophic failure on its ADAS system out of nowhere it stopped and made my car swerve off the road and applied the breaks like it detected a car in front
- Complaint clusterElectrical16 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
While operating my 2021 Honda Civic Type R (VIN: [XXX] ) in high-ambient temperatures (approximately 95°F), the vehicle experienced a sudden and total loss of motive power during acceleration while exiting a busy intersection. This resulted in an immediate engine stall in the path of oncoming traffi
- Complaint clusterAirbags13 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
Driving down street after pulling out of parking lot and driver’s side air bag employed for unknown reason.
- Complaint clusterBrakes10 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2021 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving approximately 37 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The check engine, master cylinder, and adaptive cruise control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the brak
2020
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump23V858000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, F
- RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger26V332000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022
- Complaint clusterElectrical31 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2020 Honda Civic. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 87,000. At the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 247,000.
- Complaint clusterSteering30 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
Steering rack malfunction which is a major safety issue. It was said to be only in 2022-2025 civics but it is very clear this is happening in the 2020s as well
- Complaint clusterPowertrain30 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
I am the second owner of this year and model of Civic. I initially bought it back in 2021 with 14,000 miles on it. The clutch slipped and blew at around 29K miles in 2023. I brought it into a honda dealership and they were at least able to replace the clutch with the SAME CLUTCH under warranty but n
- Complaint clusterAirbags28 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2020 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, a bobcat crossed the road, and the bobcat was struck by the vehicle. The contact stated that there was extensive front-end damage and undercarriage damage to the vehicle. The driver’s and passenger’s side air bags did
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other27 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
on 7-28-26 After filling my vehicle with gas at the next red light, all lights on dashboard went on flickering warning (Christmas tree effect). on 7-29-26 After researching online Roadside came out and did Battery and alternator test that passed. I did hard reboot from instructions I found online
2019
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump21V215000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgelin
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump23V858000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, F
- RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger26V332000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022
- Complaint clusterSteering111 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
Steering wheel feels jerky at high speeds. There is a clicking noise and the steering wheel jerks slightly assess when I turn a hard right.
- Complaint clusterFuel66 complaintscomplaints:FUEL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amou
- Complaint clusterFuel and propulsion54 complaintscomplaints:FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The fuel pump has been on recall and ive been waiting over 2 years for a part
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other51 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are several defective parts of the AC system that are well-known warranty covered parts that Honda has not replaced. I have taken the car to the dealership for Honda of Vacaville several times stating the issues of bad smells in vents and blowing hot air. They wanted to charge over $4,000 for
- Complaint clusterElectrical31 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The vehicle's smart entry door handle system was continuously drawing power even when the vehicle was off. This resulted in repeated battery drain and battery replacement (approximately 4 times). The ongoing electrical load also resulted in alternator failure. Once the issue was diagnosed (performed
2018
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump23V858000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, F
- RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger26V332000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022
- Complaint clusterSteering225 complaintscomplaints: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
- Complaint clusterFuel88 complaintscomplaints:FUEL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated that she was informed at the State inspection that the vehicle had failed inspection due to the recall of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000(Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Several unknown
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other85 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Paint job on this vehicle is awful 3+ yrs ago it started peeling and flaking off now there is no paint on my side mirrors Contacted Honda just to be ignored
- Complaint clusterFuel and propulsion49 complaintscomplaints:FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Honda issued a recall for the fuel pump system. Initially, when the recall came out, I contacted them about the recall they stated that the parts were on back order and they had a waiting list of people who were supposed to be serviced first. It took about five months for the parts to come back into
- Complaint clusterElectrical39 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HONDA RECALL THE 2018 CIVIC FOR AC COMPRESSOR SHAFT SEAL AND THE DEALER REPAIR THE AC SYSTEM 3 TIMES AND THE PROBLEM WAS NOT FIX. ALSO HAS A RECALL FOR A FUEL PUMP MOTOR BUT IM NOT SURE IS WAS CORRECT IT FOR THE OLD OWNER.
Cost to own$17,200 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$19,900–$28,300
Estimated used price, by model year
$1,950/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
31
Highway MPG
40
Combined MPG
34
Horsepower
158 hp
Doors
4
Cargo volume
25.7 cu ft
Cargo (seats folded)
46.2 cu ft
Limited data — dimensions unavailable.
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