2025 Honda Civic Hybrid First Look | The Hybrid Is Back & Better Than Ever!

The Honda Civic is refreshed for 2025, bringing subtle design tweaks and new technology to the lineup. But the biggest update? The Civic hybrid is back! That’s right, after several years of absence, a hybrid powertrain returns to the Civic model range. In this first look video, Edmunds’ Clint Simone tells you everything you need to know about the 2025 Honda Civic.
00:00 Intro
00:19 Estimated MPG
00:35 Powertrain
00:57 Estimated Performance
01:13 Trim Levels and Options
02:04 Exterior Styling
02:29 Interior & Tech
03:48 Edmunds Take
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[@edmundscars]

Would you take the new Civic Hybrid over a Toyota Prius? Let us know what you think in the comments.

[@naveenthemachine]

I’d take a civic all day long over the uncompetitive Prius and Corolla. Also the Corolla and Prius ostensibly no longer exist

[@IlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIllIlIlIlI]

How about, new Toyota Camry AWD hybrid is mid 30 g VS new civic hybrid full op over 30 g

[@kenhoward3512]

@@IlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIllIlIlIlI The new Camry Hybrid is great, but - for me - too big, and no hatch.

[@DkpProductions]

For us in the rust belt a AWD option would have been a game changer for Honda.

[@idsoliveiraa]

Is it AWD?

[@Letsbelogicalhere]

It’s now literally a mini Accord…so perfect!

[@WesJamison]

It looks better than the 2024 Accord too.

[@Wised1000]

Indeed.

[@Wised1000]

BTW Being an old Honda fan... Its always been known as the mini Accord.

[@user-ue6fp8rg2i]

It is unfortunately not perfect. It's a great car overall but the road noise penalizes the owner and If you want to make it a commuter car, there are better options out there. I have the non hybrid touring version and the road noise is deafening at highway speeds. This car made me a Toyota customer very quickly.

[@corinmorgan2048]

​@@user-ue6fp8rg2iCan you give me more detail on road noise? Are you saying it allows more noise than any other car?

[@jasonsmith1143]

dealerships are ready for crazy markups

[@PyroShields]

I'm not going to be spending over 30k for a car that's not even fully electric.

[@webcomment8895]

Nope. Why the hell would anyone pay $30K for a base Civic Sport Hybrid when the new Camry Hybrid starts at $29K with way more room, more power and higher fuel economy? Even the base LE has rear vents with USB charging ports for rear passengers. If you want the bigger wheels, you can upgrade to the Camry SE for not much more or just add some aftermarket rims to the LE. Only some very desperate Honda fans racing to get the first ones that hit the lots will pay markups, but it is not sustainable.

[@mh0Ang95]

@@webcomment8895Toyota’s interior is to me, usually not as good looking. Like you spend 90% inside the car. Honda’s interior and exterior just looks better

[@webcomment8895]

@@mh0Ang95 It’s not that much nicer to support paying more for a smaller, less powerful and less fuel efficient vehicle. We will have to wait and see what the actual MSRP turns out to be. The amount of buyers who will tolerate markups on a Civic when other options are available is limited.

[@mh0Ang95]

@@webcomment8895 To me it is way nicer. They have just enough hard controls; hvac knobs for that, volume for music, etc. It's got a more luxury feel vs Toyota. Plus the Toyota steering wheel in their current models is so ugly. As I've said, this is to me subjectively what I find a more pleasing aesthetic. As far as power goes, it's got more than you need lol. And idk to compare it being say a couple miles less efficient vs another hybrid so as long as it outperforms literally all fuel gas vehicles out there. It'll go 45+ real world with harder driving, and 50+ with efficiency and smooth accel, etc

[@AkosiMRswabe]

How about battery capacity and warranty?

[@Mafi_Tiger]

Detailed with cool voice 🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵

[@rfs55]

Is it NACS or J1772 plug?

[@leibmoshe]

I love our Mazda 3 sport, but I would seriously consider trading for this Honda. 200hp and 50 mpg is phenomenal

[@ag2158]

What is the MSRP for the Honda Sport model non-hybrid version?

[@Wised1000]

The new Honda hybrid system is excellent. I love our new sport touring CRV. Though slightly less efficient than the Toyota system, it is an order of magnitude more refined and doesn't suffer from CVT rubber banding or drone. The "polish" of the drivetrain makes for a much more upscale overall driving experience. Definitely worth the money! Yet I miss my 1983 civiv which cost a whopping 5k😂

[@DkpProductions]

Honda needs to wise up and follow Toyota where they use electric motors for the rear AWD system... Driveshafts should be a thing of the past to increase efficiency.

[@Wised1000]

@@DkpProductions you mean weak useless motors in the back? What for?

[@Mark-eu6mc]

@@Wised1000that’s the easiest fix though.. we’re comparing old and new technology here.

[@jeromeaustinmanalad3391]

Mannn Im in the market for a 2024 civic. When you think we can expect the Hatchback 2025s in the dealer lots?

[@ag2158]

They said later in the Summer, so maybe like July or August.

[@basstheangelo]

June for the sedan. Late summer for the hatchback. I will get the hatchback in the fall, guaranteed! This will sell like hot pancakes!

[@witsendcottage595]

Will this be available in AWD in the future?

[@Suvvvy]

No

[@AR-rs2dy]

In a 6 month UK test the tester achieved between 40 and 80 mpg although the UK gallon I think is bigger than the US version which I've never understood.

[@al28854]

you can thank your Queen Anne for that from the early 1700s.

[@kenhoward3512]

UK/Canadian "Imperial" gallons are 20% larger than American units.

[@wallace-bv4rl]

@@al28854the US adopted the Queen Anne gallon but Queen Anne was queen of UK

[@monkeyrun]

The civic hatch looks very good.

[@Velast0933]

That was exactly my complain with no back seat air vents and no usb ports for a 30k car... It's as if at Honda they had a meeting and someone suggested not to include the vents and on top of that to cancel usb ports installation.

[@gharai]

Exactly. Other markets get those features so how much more would it cost Honda to include them? The parts are available at the same plant too. Manufacturers competitive models have some of these comfort features too like Toyota, Hyundai and Kia. My 21 Accord EX-L hybrid has them plus memory seats. At the time it was priced less than the 25 Civic Sport Touring too.

[@NamNaz]

we have both in EU

[@strawdemindset]

Yup, im adding mine back to the car but it should be standard

[@danezu791]

I expect prices for 2024 Civic to fall after this announcement at least easier to negociate, do you recommend to wait for the 2025 model or settle on the current model?

[@PyroShields]

Reality because we are going electric why would I spent over 30k on a car that will be worth very little in the future. Don't buy a new gas/hybrid unless you're planning just to keep it a few years.

[@strawdemindset]

Maybe not, this removes things from the current civic that us owners like more than the new one

[@nna9509]

​@@PyroShields yeah you are wrong Check used ev sales prices and compare it with used gas and hybrids. Used evs depreciates so much more than their gas and hybrid counterparts.

[@PyroShields]

@@nna9509 Which EV were you looking at because the Tesla models were all in the 20k range. Even if that's true I rather buy a used EV if it's cheaper than a more expensive used gas car.

[@officiallytrav]

SOLD! Unless there’s a fully electric model. I LOVE my Civic! I’d like to not leave it.

[@weathertimetv]

I need guest post your website

[@AlT-xe2cq]

where is it make? Canada? US?

[@theracer6882]

Maybe in ontario canada

[@kenhoward3512]

The sedan will be built in Ontario, Canada, while the Hatchback will be produced in Indiana.

[@ItsAlive111]

About time to get an Si for under MSRP!

[@DkpProductions]

Most cars are under MSRP now.. our dealerships lot is overflowing with new inventory.

[@shonnburton2757]

When can we buy one?

[@basstheangelo]

June for the Sedan. Late summer for the hatchback. I will definitely trade-in my 2023 Civic Hatchback Sport for the 2025 Sport Touring Hatchback in the Fall. Maybe closer to thanksgiving.

[@itsChannel2K00L14]

Either the hatchback civic hybrid or the ford maverick will be my next vehicle. Honda makes great vehicles, im very curious what the hatchback will cost.

[@alexandermaliy3515]

Everything is great, but no vents for the second row is a shame for Honda for such s price( Also hope they will make a 4wd version someday for a sport hybrid to compete wv and corolla gr and better winter driving

[@CarletonLee]

No rear vents, rear USB, soft rear upper door trim (Honda used to add heated rear seats), no front lumbar support (or memory option), folding mirrors, no power lift gate option....for buyers not interested in the Accord, we're looking elsewhere for these features.

[@alvinsimba734]

Remember it’s the price point at the end of the day. Civic tries to upsell due to horsepower compared to competition

[@kesomon]

I'm def Interested in the hatchback version, but if it's the same trim customization as the current 2024 civic, I'm not gonna be a fan if the only interior color option is black. That's murder in the summer, even in the PNW.

[@cypvh74]

Where is the Civic Prime?

[@Anamnesis]

Honda would be out of their minds to not translate this efficient hybrid drivetrain and the new infotainment features over to the Integra. Their strategy to push Acura into complete electrification is going to flame out hard. The kind of buyers who are potentially interested in this kind of efficiency usually aren't interested in stunting around in ridiculously expensive EVs that can't be refueled, they're going to want sensible hybrids that bridge the gap of affordability, range, practicality, and being discreet. And there'd be huge potential for an efficient hybrid Integra version of this platform in the $40K range with a few additional premium features. It's not a big reach, they're already 9/10ths of the way there.

[@bluegrassbabe1]

I always watch the ones with Clint! He is such a cutie!

[@diamondrmp]

I love Honda. I bought my first Honda a few years ago. It's a 2018 Accord Touring. I love this car and see why people are so loyal to the brand. However, it will be my last because I cannot stand the groaning of CVT's! I took a 2024 Accord out and the noise from the CVT was horrible. As I said my Accord is my first and last Honda.

[@jayo8484]

Did you drive the gas or hybrid 24 accord?

[@kenhoward3512]

The hybrid uses an "e-CVT" which is constructed differently and offers better performance / less noise.

[@user-ti1ke7zb4x]

Actually there's no gearbox in the new Accord

[@alvinsimba734]

CVTs are ok, just don’t stomp them from go and you won’t hear the groaning sound

[@diamondrmp]

@@alvinsimba734 Thats not true when go up hills it's LOUD at least in my wifes Insight!

[@martywilson961]

Designers choice.

[@Getusom]

Glad I got a 2024….like the out going model front end better.

[@al28854]

I like mine's too with it's plastic armored fog lights, and this new 'updated' version is just too cool to for it.

[@keithmooore]

That 26 extra horsepower probably won't make a difference because of added weight of electric motors and battery.

[@robertMSP19]

Torque too, Keith.

[@lamesamelame]

Why are they putting Large rims on their hybrids. They ruined the maximum fuel economy..🤦‍♀️🤦😂

[@ALMX5DP]

What is the weight difference between one of these and the base 16” steel wheel and tire?

[@fluxcapacitor510]

I find this silly also. The base will have best mpg because of smaller wheels, but if you want better features they force you to buy their bigger 'fasion rims'

[@hondajohn6948]

Bc people like the look

[@powerbottomboi5255]

Its what the people want

[@lamesamelame]

@@ALMX5DP Who said to use steel rims? I'm referring to the diameter and width of the rim..

[@mattforst6591]

To confirm, there will be a hybrid sport touring hatchback?

[@jjacob25101]

Mileage when in the same range is negligible, depending on driving habits, etc.

[@gokhansevinc6089]

100 km Ne kadar Yakıyor Yeni Honda Civic??

[@zhangpianist]

They need to hybridize all trims. The current starting level hybrid trim at $28k is too expensive. An LX at ~$25k would better align with its competitors (i.e. Toyota corolla hybrid, Hyundai Elantra hybrid)

[@gwen0437]

The civic hybrid is 50'000 euros in Ireland.

[@theracer6882]

That's tax problem

[@gwen0437]

Toyota corolla hybrid 35,000.

[@vinothpermal8223]

A few minutes to talk to you and your family and friends is a few minutes to talk 😭😭

[@leeedens9497]

The Civic hybrid has more torque than the Civic Si, is the updated Si getting a hybrid setup, another hybrid added to the list of available hybrid vehicles, and people wonder why hybrids are outselling EV models, how many hybrid-only models or hybrid models car companies brought back exist now

[@dwu9369]

2025 Camry LE hybrid with more power starts under $30K. If the top of line Civic would under $30K, then it would be an easy choice.

[@Cap683]

The 2025 Camry LE may start under $30,000 but most come with a convenience package and then there are various fees ect. which puts around 32,000 and then there are sales taxes on top of that. Having said that the Camry LE is a great car and worth every cent in today's car market. I purchased my Camry LE about ten days ago. I think that this is the car to beat without spending $40,000.

[@cypvh74]

No Plug. No Sale.

[@trevorhsu6357]

Everyone (caranddriver, motortrend, kellybluebook) is estimating a roughtly 28k starting price. Even my local dealership in Arlington VA is estimating 28k. I'm almost positive that's low. It's going to come in just a squeak under 30k, I'm guessing 29500 or 29900 with destination. The accord sport hybrid is exactly 5k more than a base accord LX. So given that estimate, the difference between the base civic LX and the Sport Hybrid has to be more than 3k more, and the base civic LX in 2024 is $25,045. Given that the accord sport hybrid is a little over 17% more than a base LX, by that logic a 17% increase over 2024 Civic LX pricing would be 29400, but given that the LX will probably increase a couple hundred dollars for 2025, that leave my estimate of around 29500-29900 for a 2025 civic sport hybrid, the cheapest hybrid. Just for reference, you can get a corolla hybrid w/ the 1400 option package that includes blind spot monitoring and allow wheels (to bring it closer in line with a sport hybrid civic) for 4 grand less. 4 grand. Alternatively, a new base Camry Hybrid is $29,495. If the civic hybrid is going to be the exact same price, why wouldn't I go with a Camry? A full class bigger and a company with substantially more proven hybrid powertrains

[@BassRacerx]

pretty simple. Honda buyers don't cross shop other cars. similar to how apple buyers don't cross shop other phones. They can charge whatever they want for the cars and they will sell out no problem!

[@VeyroneR]

This Civic is 42k in Europe, so consider urself Lucky in USA.

[@trevorhsu6357]

@@VeyroneR and every review I’ve seen in Europe, as well as chasing cars in Australia, talks about it being too expensive for what it is. Nice car, wrong price

[@trevorhsu6357]

I just don’t get how a Camry hybrid is just as cheap, bigger, gets as good or better fuel economy, more horsepower, and well is a Toyota hybrid not a Honda hybrid

[@BassRacerx]

@@trevorhsu6357 all of the journalism sites are saying different prices doesn't sound like honda has made an official price announcement yet.

[@basstheangelo]

The most beautiful mainstream hybrid easily. Better looking than Accord, Camry, Prius, Corolla, etc. Just as powerful as the Si with 50MPG gas mileage. This will sell like hot pancakes! I like that fact that there's no turbo. I will trade-in my 2023 Civic Hatchback for this in the fall. Take my money, Honda!

[@jton1]

This is half the car of a Camry or accord. Paying over 30k for a compact car with minimal technology in the top trim, no spare tire, Honda will gladly take your money with little to no effort

[@basstheangelo]

@@jton1 Camry and Accord are too big for me. Also Accord and Camry don’t have hatchback.

[@strawdemindset]

@@jton1 No spare tire? what car u talking about?

[@jton1]

@@strawdemindset the civic

[@flea4061]

50mpg? More like 40. Accords are only averaging 38.

[@basstheangelo]

Civic is smaller. Less weight to carry by the engine and electric motor. Less weight than CR-V too. Civic will be more efficient than the Accord and CR-V.

[@VeyroneR]

Think Europe version is a bit Better, its a small things and details but still.

[@Wised1000]

IT DOES NOT HAVE A CVT. And.......thank God for that. Get it right Edmunds.

[@alvinsimba734]

Cvt is not bad trust me, I own a vehicle with one, don’t believe the media. Its smooth

[@user-rd3bv7qu3i]

The solution to gas ⛽️ prices is for about 2 billion people to stop eating.

[@al28854]

My sister bought her 2023 Corolla hybrid with AWD with 50+ MPG numbers, so this newer Civic gets less fuel mileage and still just only FWD compared to her Toyota.

[@kenhoward3512]

The Corolla AWD is on-demand, so it's FWD virtually all the time. This '25 Civic hasn't been driven, or been issued EPA numbers yet. For most people, when you approach 40 - 50 mpg, a few mpg difference doesn't make much difference in dollars/year, meaning other factors become likely more important (like, how the car actually drives, the interior space and comfort, etc.).

[@DkpProductions]

Honda absolutely missed the mark by not developing a AWD car... Haven't had one since the Honda Crosstour.

[@anekinoo7]

$30k for the civic hybrid? Cost more than the corolla hybrid and camry hybrid. 😂

[@basstheangelo]

It's a Honda. There's a premium driving a Honda. Just like Apple products.

[@SK-lt1so]

The resale value of my 6MT Civic hatchback just doubled.

[@DkpProductions]

Lol

[@breakerjohnson5481]

Wow, not sure how it can get much worse.Two drive trains , more cost , weight, no manual and the ugly front end borrowed from the Corrolla.

[@JoeMeats]

the rims gotta go, they should keep the sport rims

[@rajeevmittoo4221]

CVT lol go for Hyundai sonata 💪

[@larryhouse3776]

It's not a CVT. The new Civic actually has no transmission. The engine directly drives through the electric motors when required.

[@Inobscurity-n7j]

It's not a traditional CVT. Instead of cones and belts. This is driven with planetary gears. Actual gears.

[@ValentineGeorge-ko2lk]

The word simulated means fake. The words you want is emulated.

[@Getusom]

I have a 2024. The transmission sucks…cvt’s suck no matter how you slice it. I’d take a geared trans over this any day! Oh well. I don’t think they’re ever going back to regular one

[@Cbrmansc77]

Forget SI a real honda is CBR

[@person2186]

This killed the new prius, told them not to use worse mpg 2.0 in the prius they must had to keep 1.8 like in mexico and japan

[@user-ry9zi6bn1g]

Putting up supra 😂😂😂

[@MuniTechnology]

Let's move away from the "conversation" cliche.

[@nathanwright8616]

it’s sad that they killed the 1.5t in the civic

[@kenhoward3512]

It doesn't seem sad to me, with continued oil dilution and head gasket problems.

[@nathanwright8616]

@@kenhoward3512 it just has sentimental value to me since i have a 2016 civic with the 1.5t

[@basstheangelo]

I'm glad they killed the 1.5l turbo.

[@nathanwright8616]

@@basstheangelo why?

[@OllieCat7]

Little by little, Honda is losing loyalists. After watching your video, & hearing Honda has now dropped the optional manual on the hatchback in regular Sport form, I'm disappointed yet again with this company.

[@HungLeWrites]

Please censor out any hotwords you say in the video. No reason to trigger my Google Home to watch your videos, and leaving them in signals a lack of polish.

[@ALMX5DP]

I kinda find it funny if something said on this video is tricking smart home systems.

[@doubledown8229]

Your fault for trusting google.

[@peaceable263]

30k starting msrp for the hybrid? Come on... I'd get the camry hybrid instead.

[@naveenthemachine]

The Camry is nowhere near as high quality as the civic. You have to get a much higher trim level to get a nicer interior

[@peaceable263]

@naveenthemachine It's a civic and a camry. The quality on both for the last two generations has been solid. I drive a 2020 Civic Sport. I love the car, but the transmission and interior aren't the best. Especially the transmission.

[@dwu9369]

@@naveenthemachine Camry is a full sized sedan that matches with the Accord. I used to drive a 2002 Accord but back in the day. The Civic was the car 90s high school kids like me looked at which started at $14,000 if I recall correctly. I remember test driving a Civic in 2000. It's still a compact car.

[@kenhoward3512]

@@peaceable263 The Civic Hybrid will use an e-CVT with planetary gears - completely different CVT-type. The interior was dramatically updated in... '22?

[@redsnakehead]

The one app they didn't mention was the one that sells your driving history to your insurance company. No thanks Honda

[@adrienchan2097]

I will go Camry hybrid

[@kenhoward3512]

The '25 Camry Hybrid sounds great if you want a big sedan.

[@basstheangelo]

Too big and the steering feel is numb. Nothing beats Honda's feel and handling.

[@larryhouse3776]

Just don't look at other new Toyotas and their reliability. Tundras and Tacomas are going through engines faster than this civic will go through a tank of gas.

[@hooywamd00pe95]

These civics will cost what?? LOL they can keep em.

[@jton1]

Missing so many basic things. I’ll pass

[@petersafwat8228]

Would still get a corolla or a prius

[@naveenthemachine]

A corolla of Prius aren’t anywhere near as good as the civic

[@user-kx7iz6qk6b]

Because you're a pansy.

[@DkpProductions]

​@@naveenthemachineTry saying that when you're in your FWD Civic on some slippery roads getting stuck and a Prius and Corolla effortlessly drive by with AWD and better mileage?

[@basstheangelo]

Civic has way better handling than Prius or Corolla.

[@PyroShields]

Every manufacturer is going fully Electric and you're still stuck with Hybrids lol. No one is going to be spending over 30k for technology that will be worthless in the future.

[@larryhouse3776]

Electric is whats truly worthless. It works well for people who own their own home. And live in a city. And never leave that city. And never deal with severe cold. People who can reasonably commute in electric cars would be better off on 125cc scooters. People who actually drive significant distance will always need a gasoline fuel source.

[@PyroShields]

@@larryhouse3776 I don't live in the city and there's plenty of cars EV's here. We have snow here as well. Canada coldest place they have EV's. You have anything else?

[@Christopher-rt1jq]

48 mpg is not enough

[@basstheangelo]

more than enough for me.

[@AliEsko]

Elantra hybrid over this overrated and over priced car all day every day

[@kenhoward3512]

Keep a fire extinguisher handy.

[@TimeHomicide]

....so a Chevy Volt...same EV range...in 2024. Hahahaaaaa

[@JF238xLearning]

Honda Civic over Toyota Prius all day everyday 💯💯💯

[@Thankyou_3]

I got 50 mpg in the 80s on most Japanese cars that I had owned, many of them with carburetors….didn’t have much complexity and electronics…just need household tools to fix them when needed. This NEW Honda is a failure in my opinion.

[@furiousfragment7082]

What an ugly design the rims are yuck 🤢

[@SuppressiveSquirrel]

That gas price won’t be a problem if we get Trump into office. The price will drop dramatically.

[@EMdemo]

😂

[@user-kx7iz6qk6b]

Move to Russia traitor.

[@joseitox]

😂 staying delulu is the solulu right?

[@JD-ey8hw]

Is he going to start another global pandemic?

[@SuppressiveSquirrel]

@@joseitox No, the solulu is domestic produdu

[@Oscar-tu9eg]

Hybrid is gay

[@rickyc492]

The ugliest front end of a Honda car in history