10 Things You Need to Know About the 2016 Honda Civic

www.autobytel.c... Believe it or not this is the 10th Generation Honda Civic to hit the market. This 2016 model boast new styling on the outside and updated interior on the inside. Prices start at $18,640. Here are 10 Things You Need to Know About the 2016 Honda Civic:
1) Eye Catching Looks
2) Bigger Interior
3) Quieter and Smoother
4) Optional Display Audio
5) 2 New Engines
6) Very Fuel Efficient
7) Upscale Options
8) Descent Handling
9) Type-R Might Be Coming
10) Affordable Pricing
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[@rokano]

If you don't like the back, you can do things to make yourself like it, such as stare at the back of a 2016 CRV then back at the back of a Civic. Much better.

[@ChiefVizier]

I actually liked the back. I notice them all the time in traffic and I'm like "that's my car alright"

[@terel86]

The tail lights was one of the biggest selling points for me to get one I love them they stand out in traffic

[@imjay4304]

That’s I liked about it

[@FoodyTunes]

Best part is, the car is actually lots of fun to drive.

[@wantsanewvehicle]

+Autos Fan Have not driving one yet, but I had a 2012 for 4 years and it was extremely far from 'fun to drive'.

[@Littleathquakes]

+wantsanewvehicle that's because you had a different car...

[@wantsanewvehicle]

Littleathquakes yeah, but there has never been a Honda that did anything more than move people from point a to b boringly. Has it changed? Very highly doubt it.

[@joeyncsu]

+wantsanewvehicle Have you ever driven an S2000, or a Civic Si? They have some cars that have been very fun, from what I understand this new Civic has a more sporty suspension and the engine is a lot quicker with that low-mid range torque from the turbo. I don't think the 9th gen civic was a very good example though, Honda has rested on laurels because they didn't need to try. Now this generation is them actually making an effort.

[@wantsanewvehicle]

AzulKari I have driven a couple si's, I was not all that impressed. Yes, better than the civic.. but not by much. Interior quality/materials are still the same junk.

[@John_R_Jackson_III]

never liked the civics but this car has an amazing look and design

[@samuelchimezie]

that rear looks amazing! so sporty!

[@keithwayne2863]

well I hit 125mph coming from LA in this new civic. & may I say was it very quite &smooth

[@imranriaz8641]

True even I drive at 160kms soon smooth

[@lorisera6342]

I have had my new 2016 Civic for 2 months and it is awesome. I get an average of 37-44 mpg. I feel safer with the added side camera and better rear view camera which gives a panoramic view. Plus my car is the beautiful Burgundy Night Pearl! Gorgeous car. Apple car play is fantastic and the touch screen is such a great addition. I love driving my new Civic. I traded in my 2013 Civic and Wow...Honda nailed it on this one!

[@HondaProJason]

10 great reasons to buy the new 2016 Honda Civic.

[@brianoconnor8479]

we need that type r to hit america!! then I'll be happy and I'll go from my Acura RL to that!

[@brianoconnor8479]

+Brian Lee. but how? everytime I go they have no idea when it's coming out

[@chocolatemilk912]

My only gripe is that you're wearing cargo pants. Take from that what you will lol.

[@Rebel_71123]

+chocolate milk What's wrong with that?

[@johnathanle137]

Hey cargo pants are great for utility lol

[@cdnpont]

Two weeks in our Canadian Spec hubcap LX Sensing, and we love it more each day. More fun than he actually lets on.

[@bryandoherty9399]

I'm looking forward to the Si and Type R

[@YoitzMattV]

Hopefully the si looks better than this

[@bryandoherty9399]

Kregz Syb I spend 3 days with a brand new Civic and the design grew on me. Its in a different league than the last generation Civic. Its way more refined, handles better and gets better gas mileage. The interior is also miles ahead of the last generation Civic, its bigger looks better and is built better. The seats are also a huge improvement. I didn't like the design of the Civic until I had one for 3 days. It was even a base 2016 LX that I had. My 2013 LX has no where near the same amount of standard equipment.

[@alextell7740]

+Bryan Doherty you make nissans sound better

[@paulvignier6294]

+Bry . an Doherty "

[@weiwang3389]

+Bryan Doherty There only 500 si in China.

[@jackelatern]

Bought my first new car in my today. Got that white orchid civic touring. I am very pleased.

[@tikothegoat205]

May I ask if you still like it

[@rrt08]

All that's missing is him skateboarding away at the end.

[@luminosecaste9811]

I just bought mine and I love it!!

[@lilbittyxo]

Love his 90s style pants and skater shoes lol nostalgia

[@lewsimo]

Only one week but love this car. For twenty or so plus tax and extras, I passed on the ugly crosstrek and saved four grand and this car looks and feels like more. Now if I could only get it from my wife. From the rear looks exotic.

[@DillyDo319]

I have never heard such negative comments on the new Civic. I have the 2016 LX in Aegean blue and absolutely love it. It looks way better than the last 10 years of civics, and drives like a dream.

[@ryanclark6887]

We just got a 16 civic ext. Has the turbo engine. It's an amazing car.

[@cargueone1971]

Your presentations have gotten much better! Very good.

[@SovereignKnight74]

I'm thinking about one. I'm kinda glad some people don't like the styling, as this will reduce the chance of it being stolen/ending up in a chop shop.

[@txmoney]

The base LX model looks decent but the EX and above trims with the alloy wheels and 17” tires and fog lights give the Civic a far more aggressive look. For only a $1,000+ more you get a far superior car in both looks and performance.

[@DillyDo319]

txmoney I don’t like the EX rims. They look outdated but there other trims have really good looking rims

[@caseyhartman95]

The radio changed during the video. That car isnt a touch screen, but then suddenly it is.

[@adam44E]

someone get this guy a stylist.

[@jeanlenor1858]

Loll

[@paultwice2279]

Not feeling the rear end

[@carbrickscity]

+Paultwice22 Agree, I like the looks of the Mazda3/Corolla S more.

[@thtech2133]

+vader11111 I like the Mazda 3 but concerned about road noise and reliability.

[@carbrickscity]

+Tien Ha The road noise is not that bad and they have improved a lot on reliability.

[@gianflavio_]

+Paultwice22 me neither man, that kills it. It makes the decision difficult. If id had another type of rear I'd get it in a heartbeat.

[@Hyp3rBee]

Feeling the rear end just not the front

[@87steaks]

I plan to get this car come spring. Cheaper than 2020. Plus nice ass design.

[@bellamora9071]

just got the 2016 honda civic lx-p coupe! love it so much

[@101jason49moore]

I now have one. love the car. keep note, when he was showing the touch screen, it wasn't the same radio when he would show himself in the shot compared to just the screen and his hand.

[@chadsteele1]

Do not buy a standard. No one drives them anymore and next to impossible to sell. Just saying from past experience. 5spd/6spd fun to drive hard to sell. Fact

[@sirgrundel]

I'd still prefer to drive a Standard

[@MrFreakofnature999]

+sirgrundel same

[@MrWolf2212]

cool story bro

[@DanielRichards644]

depends on the car, I've had many people frown at me because I bought an Automatic on my old 99 Firebird instead of a stick, most anyone looking for a "sporty" car wants a stick.

[@alanthearabguy1168]

+sirgrundel Yeah, cheaper and it has a backup camera anyways just plastic covered rims.

[@wildeyewill]

Got this one yeaterday.. so silent and soft to drive on the bumps.. torque is my only problem... Was also looking for that navigation how to find and install it without plugging your phone? Please help

[@nygreek743]

Wils why is torque a problem? Considering 2016 civic or accord

[@depellerinluc]

Your gestures are maddening little man.

[@AutoEnthusiastJC]

add in that the windshields are backordered and unavailable if it gets busted. waited a month and was told it would be another month or more. Sold it back as is due to this inconvenience.

[@RobynHarris]

Well, I really didn't see anything that I would consider an improvement over my 2015 Si. I'll wait to see the Type R, Thanks.

[@occamsrazor6613]

I'm calling the fashion police on you....

[@bobbill3709]

I am confused he has a Ontario Canada dealer plate on the car see at 1:10 but the Navigation is showing LA at 2:06 ? Whats going on???

[@Killer3GS]

+Bob Bill The footage of the LCD screen (navigation and the other stuff) are taken from somewhere else, it's not actually his. Maybe an ad or something. Because he mentioned in the video that the car he is reviewing doesn't have that option.

[@mrabduzz4073]

+Bob Bill Ontario is also a place in California. Ontario in Canada has blue licence plate, compared to the red one shown here.

[@csobec]

+MrAbduzz The red plate shown in this video is a regular series Ontario Canada dealer plate. The blue Ontario plates are passenger plates.

[@agolzad]

Just got me one of those. Awesome car, very affordable.

[@allentolbert8404]

I like the non turbo engine but can you get it also without the CVT in a automatic and does Honda have problems with there CVTs like other companies?

[@josheram9929]

Love my Touring! Best Car ever!

[@DannyProw]

6) Very Fuel Efficient I love these talks about fuel consumption like 40 mpg that's like magic.... really good.... yeah and if I tell you I drove a car and achieved 70 mpg... and with no problem swiftly driving 55-60 mpg you won't believe huh ? 2005 1.9tdi

[@RheyF]

I got the 2019 civic and i love it

[@olandomartin5216]

How much did you pay for it?

[@RheyF]

@@olandomartin5216 depends where you arw currently in Philippines i buy it for more than 1M

[@olandomartin5216]

@@RheyF Oh ok thanks

[@luvliamarie]

rheys Adventures oh you got money money 😭

[@olandomartin5216]

@@luvliamarie Lol you can own one too love

[@indman101]

My 2014 Honda Civic with c.v.t can get 47.5 miles to the gallon on long drives keeping the speed under 60 mph mainly flat highway but is rated for 39 mpg on the highway

[@DanielRichards644]

I've seen on one forum where a guy claimed to be getting 50 highway on the 2016, but I don't believe any numbers till I experience them myself.

[@indman101]

DanielRichards644 it's not easy to get 46.5 mpg on my 2014 you have to drive under 60 mph on cruse control I can only get those number when I drive long distance.

[@DanielRichards644]

John Doe honestly as long as the rated numbers are the MINIMUM you will see this new civic would be worth it to buy when I'm at that point next year when the house is finished and i can afford one, my brothers wife just got the 2016 EX-T on Tuesday my current daily driver gets about 15 MPG so even with just doubling the fuel mileage on my work days (and still driving the gas guzzler on the weekend) I will save enough on fuel to pay the insurance cost on the new car.

[@larrylove1]

I got the ext turbo civic shyt dope.throw some tint on it and wrap it and 18 in the trunk woot woot

[@NukeIncharge]

Thanks, I have the previous Top of the line model and it makes me nuts with the cabin noise. I have to run Music system on highways to get rid of noise. I really wish if someone can compare the noise level between two.

[@eanjo77]

Is this car fuel effiecent? i wanna buy 1 but, the civic 1.8 im worried that it has gas consuming

[@hagbard72]

Red Civic isn't even on the Honda list of available colours. How'd you get that?

[@thsk8156]

can anyone tell me what fuel the honda civic can use ? is there a diesel or lpg engine or it is only gasoline models

[@DougCeleste]

Nice review but hard to hear you. And sure wish that there was lumbar support in the front seats for the higher end Civics. Honda did so much improving for 2016 but leaving that seat comfort feature out was a mistake, esp. on long drives.

[@JUKEBOXX1990]

Have you been in one? Its very comfortable.

[@DougCeleste]

+JUKEBOXX1990 Not yet but I will when I do my test drive in early 2016. But several online car reviewers commented that they wished the new Civic had lumbar support on the front seats. Comments about comfort have varied but most have been positive and that is reassuring.

[@DougCeleste]

+Zach Simpson Thanks for your excellent reply! Much appreciated! One or two KZbin Civic reviewers said they were disappointed with the lack of lumbar support in the car while the Accord does have it on the higher end models (if not all of them). Anyhow, I do a lot of long distance trips and seat comfort is VERY important to me and glad you find the Civic's seats comfortable. I am only 5' 10" and currently drive a larger car (a 1998 Camry) and like the roominess and the large gas tank. The new Civic gets high marks for many things including the roominess for the model. And as far as the smaller gas tank (less than 14 gallons), I can live with that but will have to fill up a bit sooner than before. Anyhow, I will do my test drives this spring and then go from there. (I had a 1986 Accord LX for 11 years and it is probably the BEST car that I have owned with the Camry second.)

[@billpaul6675]

+Doug Celeste I've had a Civic Touring model for about two weeks. First, I think it looks terrible in the color shown in this video. Mine is black/black and I've already had a half-dozen people ask me if they could look at the interior. It's a nice looking vehicle, maybe just not for everyone. Also, I find the seating very comfortable. I traded a 1998 Accord EX-L for the Civic, and the new car sits just as comfortably. I think the lack of lumbar support is offset by the seat design - it just sort of "hugs" you, you feel very secure and protected. I get it with the 14 gallon tank, but remember, if Honda is right about their gas mileage, you're looking at a range of over 500 miles between fill-ups, that's not too shabby. I have not taken a long trip in it yet, but it's fine around town. I'm also not seeing the 35/41 mpg yet, but that's probably not fair with only 600 miles on it. I am averaging just over 30 mpg, though, and I'm happy with that, I know it will improve. Visit your Honda dealer (I'm not one!), if you're serious about buying see if they will let you take it overnight and try it for yourself - you might like it. I LOVE it!

[@DougCeleste]

+Bill Paul GREAT reply and thanks so much, Bill! Sounds like you really LOVE your new car which is great!!! I was considering the silver color for the new Civic Touring but then I got a BIG shock yesterday when I found out that the new Civic does NOT have a cd player even though the Accord still does. And please note that I do not have the tech devices to hook up to play music in this car and I am not tech savvy. Anyhow, I am now looking again at the Accord Sport which was originally the car I was really considering since I am a former Accord owner. Sure, it does not have all the "bells and whistles" of the Civic Turbo but does have enough for what I really need in a car AND the larger gas tank which I really like, esp. on my long road trips. And yes, your gas mileage should improve as you break the car in. Finally, not sure where you live but I have NEVER had a car dealership let me take a test drive overnight and so consider yourself VERY fortunate that you found one that did just that. So for now, Happy Driving! (And P.S.: Your name reminded me of the 70's singer, Billy Paul, but I bet people tell you that all the time.)

[@alisultan6459]

how much price difference is there between the turbo and the basline version

[@pedrof830]

#11 I can't afford it, when they went for $13 to $15K, I could, but not any longer.

[@Littleathquakes]

hahaha those were the good old days - when a Civic would max out at 20k. Now they start at 20k.

[@1guyin10]

+pedrof830 I hear that! You have to step down to the Fit to get anywhere close to that. Seems like the price of everything has doubled, but we are all making the same thing we were 15 years ago.

[@pedrof830]

1guyin10 Well, not ALL of us, but the majority of us, I live in a lower middle class condo and the parking lot has never had as many older model cars before as it does now, I think it says a lot.

[@carbrickscity]

+pedrof830 Agree, this Civic is way too expensive.

[@alvilla701]

I'm planning on getting the civic but the Fit is not bad, I think is the best car you can get for under 20k

[@MonkyPocks01]

I bought a '16 white EX-T two days ago. It has the 1.5L Turbo. So far, i love this car!! EXCEPT the horn. It supposedly has some frequency that pierces all other sounds so everyone can hear it. Problem is, I don't want anyone to hear it cos it's so awfully "meepy". Other than that, amazing car so far!!

[@onedirection3510]

In terms of those wanting to go all out, you might have mentioned the Touring model. What is the difference between the Si and R? Thank you.

[@JUKEBOXX1990]

What Honda needs is a SI hatch to compete with Ford and VW. Id love to see a 220+hp Turbo hot hatch from them.

[@ZiKoN22]

isn't the 1.5L Turbo not available in manual? it is only available in automatic right?

[@ToddMiley89]

be careful when buying the 2017 ex model. the a.c. controls blow fine on the drivers side, but warmer on the passenger side. It's not dual climate either. Honda said they are aware of the issue but don't have a fix. the dealership neglected to tell me that they already knew about the issue. I've only had the car for 3 days

[@SeventhShadow27]

This is going to be my first car, or at least the car I'm aiming for. I don't want the base model cuz I want at least a couple shiny things like heated seats, but I'm pretty sure the touring is gonna be out of my price range by a little bit. Any suggestions?

[@markmurphy506]

It feels too wide and too low to the ground. Those are my only complaints about it. Love the styling!

[@Bentz99]

Honda has issued a stop-sale and safety-recall notice for 2016 Civics equipped with the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine due to a manufacturing inconsistency that could cause engine damage or failure.

[@vicespiritu]

6 speed manual is always the way to go!

[@101jason49moore]

at 1:55 his touch screen was different when up close, compared to far away. he didn't have the touch version.

[@djoetma]

First off, Honda said they aimed this at the Audio A3. So don't talk about the Corolla or the Mazda 3. I want to know how this holds up then. Also, just a remark, the previous Civic in Europe is actually pretty good looking.

[@litel30]

any advice on what car seat covers to buy?

[@depreciateland4207]

eye-catching indeed! every time I drive past one, I shrug and contort my face in disgust.

[@ldawson103]

The Type R has already been confirmed by Honda for the U.S, why are people still saying we MAY get a Type R 😖!

[@pearlrodgers354]

Love my car same color and all

[@Luis-rc4pq]

Won't connect to my iPhone 6 Bluetooth. A lot of people seem to be having this problem

[@BackseatCharlie]

They had to recall this😭...i hope they fix the issue

[@Ruz426]

Why?

[@BackseatCharlie]

+Jesus Ruiz they said something about the engine. I'll wait til the issue is fixed

[@Vv18_._]

+Jesus Ruiz the 2.0 engine has a potential problem, so they are being careful. the turbo engines are fine

[@BackseatCharlie]

+Vverzo thanks

[@jayczyzyk9707]

+Vverzo you gave an excellent analysis are you an egineer

[@AstarteVX]

😍 more from this guy, please 😀

[@howardpower]

Beautiful car. So I got one. Touring model.

[@pranavgupta1416]

it still costs $14000 does it not depreciate?

[@andrewmedeiros3318]

if you lower it an inch or 2 and get 17-18inch rims it would actually look pretty nice

[@nasah3332]

Why for the screen in the middle he shows a different screen

[@shmuelwainer]

Volume could definitely be improved.

[@coureurdebois]

and im loving the production quality, moving up every time!

[@ranomehmood7183]

what is the work of lanekeeping assistant

[@GAMER-fk9ig]

Very well explained Well done

[@gene978]

I think Honda has ACED this Benjamin and I can't wait to drive it along side the 2016 Accord.

[@jeffreyjsmith1980]

Ontario dealer plates. Shows US Nav and uses MPG and non-metric.

[@VacancyJB]

What is the top speed of the Turbo version?

[@JEdmund81]

Those wheels are fugly. Kind of awkward styling, but a definite move in the right direction. Glad to see so many positive reviews.

[@davidwildermuthii4944]

best gas mileage who needs a hybrid??

[@arlette2722]

When is the Type R coming???

[@attitudeoneplusone4425]

when it is launching in India??

[@wildeyewill]

How to get navigation... i hate to plug your phone for android auto

[@michalus09]

sedan < coupe < hatchback?

[@ComicKish]

the only thing you need to know is that the car shakes and vibrates at idle so if u stop at redlights often dont get it

[@travellight7788]

I just traded in my 2016 Civic. The CVT transmission is so bad I almost had an accident. I had a hard stop and get going situation by an intersection. The transmission failed to react quickly. I was standing in the middle of the road and my car just didn't started to accelerate. Those seconds and delay counts big time! The other issue that I had is the wet road, not to mention snowy road conditions. The 17" Firestone F140 tires are completely useless. 50 mph on a highway in wet road is already dangerous with these. 2 inch snow and you are lost with these tires. So I wish I had Michelin Premier A/S on it and get manual transmission instead of CVT.

[@es1777]

the touchscreen 7 inch display isn't available on the LX, the LX has a 5 inch display with buttons and volume knobs, so that clip with the touchscreen is EX and up, a bit inaccurate in this video, but still a good video

[@KylexSheppard]

Mines an lx with that same screen

[@34heavyj]

+KylexSheppard I dont believe you

[@yashar1991]

The cvt on the 1.5 is not a bad idea, because the peak torque starts very low 162@1800-5500 rpm, which is very quick compared to other civics from prior years. Anybody looking for sportier manual car can get the SI, which I don't think has a big price difference between the 1.5 EX-L. I believe they included the 1.5 turbo only because anyone that spends 25k+ on a civic expects a faster car than that slow ass 2.0 which is not much of a improvement since 2006 1.8L civic.

[@VR46champion]

Even if I have the money for the Turbo, I'll gladly choose the base model 2.0L because of the manual transmission.

[@CM-cf6hq]

+Mark Rumours that 6 speed manual is coming to the turbo engine for 2017!

[@VR46champion]

+Chris Mercer haha they better do

[@alextell7740]

Don't put your standards that low get an older high end Camaro still going to be better than any new Honda

[@CM-cf6hq]

+Alex Tell you're comparing a Camaro to a Civic?

[@alextell7740]

+Chris Mercer not a 2016 Camaro to this civic just the 2011 Camaro to This civic would make a better investment in most aspects

[@taipeikartman]

No we see what Honda did with the Crosstour Model platform.

[@12799MaDeuce]

My 2015 is dead quiet. Doesn't need more NVH treatment. Already has display audio. And it doesn't look nearly as fat. Turbo? Big deal, you gain 20 HP. Still hitched to a CVT so it's basically neutered anyway.

[@JeffSpehar-ov1cn]

+12799MaDeuce 2016 way better my friend.

[@MatthewMaok]

+Jeff Spehar sounds like they're pulling off a 2013→2014 instant facelift lol

[@MasterTenblades]

Professionally done and very informative. Thank you.

[@thehotsungA]

The perfect looking Civic but I went with a new Mazda 3 HB anyway mainly because the Civic just isn't fun to drive with that CVT.

[@KevNeffect]

Great review

[@sportsMike87]

looks good but engine was already recalled.. not a good sign

[@dapster]

only the 2 liter models, not the 1.5.

[@airforceone6523]

Looks good. I dont mind this. Ive got mazda3 ok car. But i feel the honda is more reliable

[@yashalruddly9214]

nice looking Honda civic

[@rivalt5439]

I'm 6'2 would I Fit?

[@qpassionable]

i got me a 2016 civic..i like everything about the car,,,,the only thing i dislike of this car is the seats too low...

[@aribellabud]

You can bump the seat up

[@qpassionable]

@@aribellabud lol,I sold that car 3 yrs ago,I posted this message 4 yes ago..

[@aribellabud]

@@qpassionable lol I figured but I thought I’d add in case other people are looking - like me

[@yitzhakbenmoshe7485]

When I saw the coupe, I was like "kill it with fire."

[@Tundra0128]

If mazda would slap on awd on the mazda 6 i would buy it

[@WarmFission]

your wish came true on the mazda3!

[@johnkopacka5420]

158 HP not 154 for base model