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| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $24,201–$30,008 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2023 Honda Civic is a sedan that earns a Carivo score of 8.2/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 9.4/10, while Performance at 6.8/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability stands out at 9.4/10. The Civic nameplate has earned that score through its track record and a comparatively clean recall sheet. On safety, it scores 8.6/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Performance at 6.8/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. At 7.3/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $24,201–$30,008, 32 MPG, seating 5, the Honda Civic sits in the budget-friendly tier of the sedan market. Its value score of 8.5/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 3 years old, it's worth checking whether a newer generation or refresh has addressed any weaker dimensions — compare it to the current model year before buying.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2023 Honda Civic will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on performance if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good sedan should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2023 Honda Civic ranks #74 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 94% of the segment. Its 8.2/10 overall score is 0.7 points above the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $24,201 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $27,664 by about 13%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2020 Honda Civic scores 8.1/10 — within striking distance of the 2023's 8.2 — and starts roughly $2,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 8.3/10 | $25,698 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 8.3/10 | $25,698 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 8.4/10 | $24,950 | Read review → |
| 2023 (this review) | 8.2/10 | $24,201 | |
| 2022 | 8.3/10 | $23,453 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.1/10 | $22,704 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.1/10 | $21,956 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 8.1/10 | $21,207 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 8.1/10 | $20,459 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.9/10 | $19,710 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.9/10 | $18,962 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.9/10 | $18,213 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Service brakes, hydraulic / Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip / Control unit/module 15/06/2023 · 23V430000 | Honda (America Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023 Civic, Acura RDX, Acura Integra, and 2022 Honda Accord vehicles. A ball valve in the vehicle stability assist (VSA) modulator may leak brake fluid, which can result in unintended vehicle movement… |
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| Steering / Rack and pinion 19/10/2023 · 23V704000 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Civic 4-door and Civic 5-door vehicles that received a replacement power steering rack as part of a service repair. The steering rack may have been incorrectly assembled, which can allow the… |
| Steering 03/10/2024 · 24V744000 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid… |
| Seats / Critical fasteners 14/11/2024 · 24V859000 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Pilot, and 2024 HR-V, Acura Integra and Acura Integra Type S vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may not have been tightened… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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