Wait.. Seriously?? // 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid Review

[@DaveDDD]

100% agreed that the Fit is missed. It was so much bigger on the inside than it looked - it’s a perfect secondary little city/suburbs car.

[@hctim96]

I had one and it was a POS...Sold it in a year...

[@502Chevy]

Plus it was cheap.

[@ericcarson342]

It was 19k brand new (2020 LX). See used ones (LX) asking $15-20k with 40-60k miles. EX even more. That is an even better car than a Civic, imo. Easy to drive and even easier to park. It looks tiny but is roomy, and it's a hatch.

[@blipco5]

The Fit had one of the best engineered interiors of any car ever made. Tiny on the outside, huge on the inside. 👍

[@ljacobs357]

Had a fit for 20 years. Never had a problem. Too bad they discontinued it in the US.

[@Utoobdewd]

There could be a blizzard outside, but a new video from Sarah is just a ray of sunshine

[@vroomgc]

lame

[@JKD6991]

@@vroomgcwhy? Sarah brings cheerfulness into her videos. How is that lame?

[@scotturich]

Thank you Sara for explaining the transmission correctly everyone just calls this a CVT and it’s clearly not a CVT

[@hctim96]

Yup, it's more like a rheostat with a clutch that engages the engine at speed.. nice...Both come on at their most efficient range..

[@yankeedoodle7693]

if the ratio is continuously variable, its a CVT. This has an electric motor that varies the ratio, so its an ECVT

[@DavidGotelli710]

It's actually a direct drive unit so idk why anyone calls it a CVT

[@ericcarson342]

Not everyone (most are not calling it that). Only a few keep repeating it. Most people know. People like you keep repeating it that everyone is calling it a CVT.

[@creamwobbly]

I haven't heard anyone just calling it a CVT without also describing the dual motor setup, and I've listened to a lot of garbage ‘reviews’.

[@stevejarred6484]

Gotta love that yellow foam finger pointer - I always get a chuckle 🤭 when Sarah beaks it out!

[@thomas5714]

Genius accouterment for reviews. It literally gets the point across.

[@humbughumbughumbug]

FUZZY CARDBOARD *thwap thwap*

[@Urbanhandyman]

It's a Japanese car review tactic from "back in the day." Look up Keiichi Tsuchiya.

[@Brdsh0t]

All wheel drive available on all hybrids in 2026 model year. If you set up individual drive mode you can eliminate the fake shifting noise in sport. Had mine a few months, excellent car. My sedan is assembled in Canada. I prefer the Continental tires they include on the sedan. Hatch is a bit heavier from the rear door and its 4" shorter. Sedan gets a cnt hair better mpg. Only the Type R can beat it 0-60, the Si lags behind slightly but comes in manual.

[@PatHaskell]

Haha, haven’t heard the c hair reference in a long time!

[@tyhyhh]

And blows the doors off above 60

[@mikegirard4388]

An AWD civic hybrid would be a great Subaru alternative for people that want a car with a little bit of driver engagement.

[@mikegirard4388]

Sad to see Honda is going with wider factory tire sizes. Honda historically were great snow cars in part because they only used 205’s which is better for a car in that weight range in snow. 235s are better for a 3500-4500lb SUV or minivan.

[@Fastvoice]

@@mikegirard4388 What speaks against two set of wheels - the 2nd one being smaller with narrower pure snow tires? That way you can fit UHP summer tires on the OEM wheels.

[@jergervasi3331]

I rented a hybrid a few months ago and it was my first time getting that kind of fuel efficiency. It's almost spooky. Great review, Sarah! As always!

[@twalters8]

The vent under the backseat is there to aid in cooling the battery.

[@creamwobbly]

Don't store small pets there.

[@malcolmgray.5913]

It’s not often I like a modern car. 8.8 is solid

[@Chr1s-fm6bi]

What I value most from this channel Sarah is your commitment to science and precision of measuring things like the wheel gap in fingers. You are a professional 🫡😃

[@Mark24XX]

Ive watched many reviews of this car, and none have gone over the civic quite like you. An awd civic hybrid would be something id happily wait for in canada. Would probably wanna wait a couple years after the first one comes out tho. Thank you for the review!

[@ejohnson3131]

AWD would be a game changer because there’s millions of people in northern climates that like fuel efficient compact vehicles as daily commuters, but AWD is a must.

[@GHinWI]

@15:55…as a long-time hybrid person, fun to see Sarah gamifying fuel efficiency. That was also my first reaction with hybrid, to see what technique changes would give the best numbers.

[@bobdavis3357]

We gotta get Sarah up to over a million subs!

[@drummerscotch2163]

I own a 2012 Honda Fit and it is hands down the best car I have ever owned. Oh, and I can fit (pun intended?) all of my drums in it. If you say 'Fit" with an accent, it is 'Vette'.

[@creamwobbly]

I hope you play jazz…

[@UFCGodzilla556]

Thanks for the review Sarah! I have a 2024 Civic 2.0L NA Manual transmission. I am disappointed Honda will no longer make cars like this. My K20c2 engine is the last port injected old school Honda engine they will probably ever make. Makes my car feel special.

[@bretthansen8166]

I had a 2020 Civic Sport Sedan with the K20c2 NA and a 6 speed manual as well. The car no doubt would last hundreds of thousands of miles, but it was so painfully slow that it struggled on certain uphill sections and freeways here in CA. Sold it paid off at 12k miles. If you want reliability that’s the combo you want for sure, but simply for commuter reasons as it is super slow.

[@AH-bm4ts]

Battery vent under back seat doesn't have a filter like Toyota so keep it clean and clear

[@minigpracing3068]

Battery vents inside the cabin are a big hazard if the battery starts to thermal runaway!!! Jeep did that and got a few explosions blowing the top into the sky. StacheD talks about this once in a while.

[@AdrianBaran]

I just bought one two weeks ago and was hoping you’d review it! It’s an awesome car all in all. I put a set of DWS06+ on mine and the handling is even better than stock. Maybe some Koni coils one day. As an engineer in the industry I love your reviews because you get into the technical aspects of the vehicle. *Btw that hairy cardboard is called PET :p

[@Brdsh0t]

@@AdrianBaran Can you share why you picked that tire. I was looking at some summer Continentals because in SoCal we never have snow at lower elevations. I was going to do the extreme contact sport2. My hybrid came with Conti ProContact RX.

[@bb5242]

do the ladies like it? 😂

[@michaelallen434]

I drive a non-hybrid civic. It’s not fancy but it’s a great car. Handles well, comfortable driving and great gas mileage. Would recommend 🙂

[@VMPhilosophy]

"I wish they still made the CRZ" is a phrase I have never thought I would hear.

[@Surfzap63]

With this newest type of technology, the CRZ could actually be what it should’ve been all along. I too, would like to see it come back.

[@vitreoushumor]

I wish the crz was worth buying when it came out but 35+ mpg didn't sell it

[@glensanford2665]

Suggest getting a low cost accelerometer to enhance the “nerd out” on braking and acceleration.

[@GHinWI]

I bet there’s an iPhone app. It’s got the sensor(s) in it.

[@tonybeef1142]

I bought a 14 Civic ex in Jan of 13.Just hit 93k km's .Regular maintenance, new cross drilled/slotted rotors & pads.The car is a gem😊.You can't get that engine up here in Canuckistan.

[@Earlywinters09]

We miss the Fit too... which is why we're keeping our 2015 Fit. No doubt though, the Civic is nice. Thanks for another great review!

[@BenbenDesalapen]

Don’t need driveshaft nowadays to have AWD, Toyota uses electric motor on the rear of their Hybrid.

[@bradkendall5311]

My thoughts exactly. No need for a dinosaur era mechanical diff. Tons of room for an electric motor and would be cheaper and easier. Increase the battery size a bit and away you go.

[@502Chevy]

Exactly

[@NomenClature-o8s]

And the rear motor in the Toyotas adds to the regenerative braking by charging the battery.

[@jeffkuss5512]

Sarah, you are amazing, I always look forward to your KZbin channel. I also enjoy watching you shop grow.

[@donlindsay1643]

Folks like crossovers cause of the ease of getting in and out of them. It’s not easy getting in and out of modern sedans, especially if you have back issues, etc. And with the low profile tires on a lot of sedans when you have bumps or dips I see a lot of sedans almost have to come to a stop to negotiate them.

[@hctim96]

Can you get a lift kit for this civic like you can get on a Prius? Curbs could be a problem...

[@SarahnTuned]

That’s only because the average car buyer is in their late 50’s now, hardly anyone under that can afford new cars.

[@vroomgc]

I had a Kona N and got rid of it because of the crappy ride, i.e. feeling bumps and having low profile tires. But yes it was a tad taller than a car like this.

[@godofdun]

Wife and I are in our low 40s and will likely never own another sedan due to it just being easier. It's always been a better financial move for the young to buy used, let someone else take that upfront depreciation. The trend of new car buyers being older and wealthier than the average has been around for a long time now. It's also too expensive for the manufacturer to sell cheap small cars here in the US, that's why they're all getting discontinued here but still sold everywhere else (even in the EU where regulation is rampant).

[@gordon3988]

Enjoyed the review..well done, but your intro is always my fav!

[@joecampagna3662]

Took delivery of my hybrid first week of December. I live in Charlotte and it’s been pretty cold. I found that the more you run the heater the poorer your gas mileage but if the heater is off, I’ve been getting about 50 miles per gallon combined with the heater on around 40. So far, I really love this carand I also love that I was playing the same Naughty By Nature song on my car the other day!

[@trapt29]

My favorite car related channel on the tube ❤

[@502Chevy]

Sarah’s car reviews blow Car &Driver in the weeds.

[@davidburrus9813]

Miss our 2010 Fit. Civics are so huge nowadays! Another great review, Sarah.

[@jrose92081]

The HRV sets on the Civic frame I believe. That would explain why you are seeing the cutouts in the rear. Or at least that’s what I have been told by a dealership. Love the channel!

[@marclangman4836]

CRV is also on same platform as Civic.

[@512Berlinetta]

One of the best channels out there. Onwards to 1 Million subscribers!

[@PeterWindsor-l8n]

Back when I had a long commute I hypermiled my Mini Cooper S (with the optional real LSD same one as in the Mazdaspeed 3). I regularly got 44mpg with 1.6L turbo.

[@timmurphy5541]

The Honda "Jazz" (Fit) is a wonderful car. Feels huge, parks anywhere. We had one when we were living in Istanbul and it was wonderful for parking in tiny spaces. Every night when we got home and had to start the hunt for a parking space it was a bonus to be in that car. Plus the space under the rear seat !!!!! The way you could flip that rear seat up to make the back useful! I know you're not into EVs much but I'd love an EV version of that car. Unfortunately there would be nowhere to fit batteries I expect.

[@BrunchHunter]

12:50 excellent review as always, Samsquanch hair. 😂 And can I just say, MHM! Your outfit matches the Civic vibes so well! *chef's kiss*

[@mcroadracer1]

This one the best review on this car I have seen and I seen a lot. I just bought this car 3 days ago 👍

[@susana301301]

You're informative and always fun to watch !!!

[@NBPT428]

Great review Sarah! I think Honda hit a home run with this car. Also, THANK YOU so much for your comment about people not needing Crossovers and SUV's unless they are off road or have to transport several people. I shake my head every time I see one average sized person driving the full length Chevy Suburban... Many of them also have a rooftop cargo carrier as well. 🤮

[@Freeride600]

The reflection at 5:01 is funny af e: That's really cool that this uses an atkinson cycle engine, i didn't realize those were even a thing in [current year]..

[@RollingThunder808]

I had one of those first Civic with a 600cc motorcycle engine. The fan belt had a 90 degree turn like the Corvair and air cooled. The dual exhaust pipes off the heads looked just like the motorcycle pipes. The shifter on the dash was a 4 speed. Gas milage was great.

[@get2themetal]

I wish Honda had kept the fit, too. Small cars can be so enjoyable and so easy to park. If you're only commuting with a lot of people or carrying a lot, you need a minivan, not a full-size suv.

[@hctim96]

Mine was junk...CVT was horrible.

[@djglxxii]

Agree with the sub compact cars. I loved my Fiesta ST. So much fun to drive.

[@randyerickson2154]

Her new car lift brings all the boys to the yard. 🤣

[@ultimadom]

Thank you for showing the infotainment system I was wondering what was playing! 10:16

[@paulm749]

12:01 *YES!* I like my trucks, but cars still have their place in the scheme of things.

[@kbaker96]

I got a sedan version back in November. Assembled in Ontario, Canada and came from the factory with Continental tires. Love the drive so far, although the MPG is not the greatest due to the constant cold weather we have had since I've gotten it. The one week it was warm enough not to have the heat on it was doing some great MPGs.

[@beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756]

Being a product of the 60's I've never been interested in anything labeled hybrid. But I must admit that one is impressive. Thanks for an eye opening review. And its a relief to see that beautiful brain under a lift that doesn't make one's penguin port pucker up.

[@maxotterland]

Once you wrap your brain around hybrid drive you'll understand that it's much more elegant and simple than an old school automatic. Most of the gearing is done with magnetism. The engine is pulling on the drive motors with magnetism to add torque. No physical connection to the wheels. Seems crazy at first but it's so smart. Toyota figured out Synergy drivetrains twenty-five years ago. It's neat stuff.

[@roymurray6374]

Happy Sunday Sarah!! Stay excellent!!!😎

[@ChristSotos-fy4vw]

You are painfully honest all the time, keep up the great work ❤

[@joltingjosh6299]

YESSSS FINALLY I WAS WAITING FOR YOUR OPIONION BEFORE I BUY ONE!!!!!!!

[@paulm749]

3:58 I noticed what appeared to be a moment of hesitation there too. It might be interesting to take some actual measurements of the braking distance, but that's probably beyond your current capabilities and programming focus.

[@treborheminway3814]

Nice review. I think hybrid suvs make better commuters for the suburbs as your normally going slow in traffic, and sport handling isn't a requirement. Sitting up so you can see is. In a car, you can't see much as everything else on the hwy is big and tall. Sad but true.

[@lordwalker71]

Love the colour I don't think I've seen one new Prius on the roads. Love the way these new civics look.

[@anahatatutu]

I have and they're pretty striking.

[@zarkony1]

4:00 The 'pause' in the brakes might be because of regen breaking. The first 10-15% of the brake pedal might only be doing regen before the actual physical brakes kick in. It takes a bit getting used to, but it works out. Plus, if you change your driving habits, you end up using the regen for most of the braking power, and your pads last way longer.

[@Winkkin]

I am so with you on the idea that sedans are by far superior to suvs. I'd also go so far as to say, that at 70 I've never owned a car with more than 2 doors.

[@Offensively-normal]

I drove the Civic sport touring and the SE Camry back-to-back yesterday. They are similar in price. The Camry with the all weather and convenience was several hundred dollars less. The Camry was quicker. It rides better. It was more comfortable. The Civic handled better. The amenities were better. The Bose is much better. The overall cabin was more attractive. The Honda dealer refused to negotiate price. The Toyota dealer did negotiate price. I'm going to a different Honda dealership next Saturday.

[@hampyonce]

Now I have to know if the tray in my daughter's 22 Civic is also adorable. My son bought a new Accord Hybrid six months ago. Loves it. Our '18 Accord is starting to show some mental issues...

[@サムロン-y7p]

シビックHYBRIDいいボディーカラーですね。スバルWRXとは違うブルーでキレイです。

[@h069401]

You are awesome, keep being you. The pointy stick works.

[@gordturnbull4835]

Another great vid. The Civic is now the same size as my `02 Accord. My `90 Civic Si would be able to park on the roof like a aircraft carrier! Did people get bigger?🐧

[@admiralbeez8143]

It’s nuts how big “compact” cars are today. I’m 54 and have been driving since the late 1980s. Honda Civics and Accords were much more compact and reasonably sized. My 1999 Accord was about as big as I’d like Hondas to get. The Gen 1 Civic is the perfect fiat 500 or Mini alternative today.

[@christopherblake88]

That vent under the back seat is the vent for the hybrid battery cooling fan. There should be a removable filter behind it for routine cleaning.

[@ReubenAStern]

Kinda car I'd try to get. Looks pretty decent too. Like a modern civic but minimalist, not a greebled mess.

[@stephensangalli]

Sarah, I agree with you about the Fit! Great subcompact for its day. I miss it too! 😢

[@darinvierth1679]

You missed one VERY important feature. It's right behind the parking brake button. It's called "brake hold". What it does is when you turn it on it will hold the brakes on when you've come to a stop. You can literally take your for off the brake pedal and the car will stay stationary and then when you should the gas it let's off the brake. They have it in many models. I have it in my Accord. It is amazing. I have nerve damage in my right hip. The simple act of moving my right foot from gas to brake can be somewhat painful. This is very helpful. After I've come to a stop I can move my foot back to a less painful position.

[@hctim96]

meh. my mazda has this and I never use it... Tweech 'is own..

[@tyhyhh]

Most caes have this

[@SarahnTuned]

Uh.. yeah it’s kind of something I gave two shits about. Most cars have this now. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@elvispanda]

"When it's done well, it's less infuriating." 😂

[@TyphoonJetPilotMeteb]

5:38 What happened to the right one 😢😮

[@dave3657]

Nice lift! Whoever assembled it did a great job. 😃👍🏻

[@looneyyang1326]

Must've been you. lol. Thank you.

[@jeffosim8789]

@@looneyyang1326Sarah, Angel and Charlie assembled the Lift in her last video.

[@coqueton1984]

Hey Sarah, nice garage and, as always, great review!

[@AwesomeEricD]

I have the Sedan version ... The mileage is not quite the same during winter (with 18" snow tires) ... It'll be around 40mpg ... Especially if you use the remote start to be cozy when you get in But still ... It get better MPG and performances than the 4 cyl. 2014 Accord Coupe it replaced ... And the Accord was already nice

[@mainiac4pats]

14:29 video highlight, right here--> Sarah flipping the tray over to reveal the original CVCC I believe.

[@Hobbies4Hire]

Great job on the video Sarah! Thanks for making it.

[@marvdatboi]

Great review, I’ve been considering buying one for months now

[@bobbyjocowpoke1057]

That thing sounds like a hair dryer when you gave it the beans!🤣

[@surrendering2within]

yup

[@vinihility0]

I miss the Fit too. A subcompact car from Honda already just sounds like a fun car. A small hot hatch with a Honda motor for that matter. If Honda made a micro car I feel like I'd already want it lol

[@neoanderson7]

Civic nation still going strong I see. 😉 Always a great review!

[@methere27]

When you get older and every move you make hurts getting in and out of an SUV or Crossover is easier and less painful. When they figure out how to make it better for getting in and out cars will make a come back

[@hctim96]

There are granny handles to help get in and out. Seat risers and body lift kit can raise it about 2 inches... Also help with curb issues..

[@scottenser464]

Sarah there is only 3 quality reviews out there that i watch . Savage Geese , straight Pipes and the one and only you .

[@rickflare6736]

Sarah is the Best Of The Group!! IMO. Rick.

[@oligarchy-usa]

100% direct-injection ICE engine, so carbon deposit clogging nightmare at some point no matter what top tier fuel with detergents that you use. They need to design an engine like Toyota that pairs both direct & port injection together.

[@paulm749]

Or include frequent service intervals for cleaning. Maybe even incorporate a periodic water injection process in a similar way that many commercial diesel engines have to go through exhaust re-generation to clean soot build-up. The current practice of not informing buyers about the inevitable performance degradation that comes with direct-injection-only engines is seriously negligent.

[@hctim96]

@@paulm749 Change oil more frequently, "Italian tune up" at least once a monty and a catch can if it really bothers you. Carbon top end chemical clean at 20K?. Lots of work... Toyota has the plan with it's D4S engine..

[@stanmarcusgtv]

wrong not w/ Hondas

[@vitreoushumor]

150k+ on my di motor. No issues. Mazda skyactiv has no issues

[@NomenClature-o8s]

@@vitreoushumorStick an inspection scope and look at the intake valves. No DI engine has clean intake valves at 150k no matter what preventative maintenance you do.

[@DavidGotelli710]

Really wanted one of these but all the dealerships in my area wanted 2k+ over sticker

[@salchristiano6606]

The new lift looks great

[@cabiv545]

I would like to see you review the Civic sedan LX. These Civics with the relatively low-tech 2.0 liter are potentially sound long-term cars and/or future used cars. I own a 2016 HRV (116,000 miles) and a 2014 Civic (180,000 miles) since new with the 1.8 liter engine versions, and they have been very reliable. They, however, are manual transmissions that you cannot get in the new ones. The six-speed in the HRV has much better gears and is more fun to drive. Top gear rpm's are identical on the highway where the aerodynamics of the sedan shows up in significantly higher gas mileage.

[@WoodThuG45]

Happy Sunday Sara. Nice looking Civic, Have a great day

[@ChasingDifferentAdventures]

Awesome review Sarah ! It needs a 3rd Fun Pedal 6 Speed Manual Transmission, and a Rip it Parking Brake 👨🏻👍🏻🏎🏎🏁🏁🚩🚩🌲🌲⛰⛰🧗🏻 Honda should make a New MR2, and an S2000 with the Features I had Mentioned

[@Risu1177]

Nice too see Hybrids still being made. I would rather have a hybrid then all electric.

[@Feed-your-Fish]

Been waiting for SIT’s take on this. Just rented a 25’ Camry hybrid se (sporty) and want to test this one out for future DD. Have a 04’ Camry with 200k+ and it’s still going. So not sure when I can feel justified to upgrade. Go Sarah !

[@klasseact6663]

This car is really sharp looking, no penalty box and has great looking rims from the factory 😎

[@henriyoung3895]

HNY MISS SARAH, As an old fart, with limited range now. Yes my Miata days are gone. I need the SUV seat height to slide in n out. I can not lift myself up to get out of a low car seat height. As in the past. You are still very young n healthy so you don't have to worry about that. Love your videos. SGT DOUG, RECON, 101ST, RVN 68-69 LZ SALLY. LOVE FROM THAILAND.

[@bb5242]

maybe some physical therapy?

[@duray517]

I've been waiting for your review before purchasing - thanks

[@mmmonsterzebra]

New Sarah video = happy day

[@EddieDexterStewart]

THANK YOU, SARA! THANK YOU! I've been saying this for years, that is, it makes NO SENSE to get a crossover or SUV unless you work in construction, on a ranch, or in an oil field (jobs SUVs were originally designed for). If you are a commuter, nothing beats sedans or coupes.... Sigh... Rant over.

[@scottenser464]

If you have babies the suv and pickups sit higher . Making it ez putting car seats in . Plus they are way easier to exit . That said I love cars better .

[@j.3854]

Great review as usual Sarah!

[@Mittyummat]

I don’t know anyone who knows as much about cars as you.

[@VeedoCapone]

Get to know different people!

[@Jumalten001]

Tons of people do

[@hctim96]

You don't get out much, do you...

[@calvintse5535]

Mark and Jack from savagegeese is very technically knowledgeable

[@dblbassted]

I miss the FIT as well. I would have bought another if it was available.

[@rodlappin6147]

I don't know if any of the prior 259 people who commented wondered why you backed onto your new lift, but this inquiring mind wishes to know. Do like the extendable pointer too, but have to re-watch to see how far it extended.

[@BillinSD]

The backseat vent is for the hybrid battery like the Prius. It needs to be cleaned occasionally and NEVER covered.

[@SarahnTuned]

Hence why I wrote that on the screen in the video. 😉

[@BillinSD]

@SarahnTuned sorry I missed that was multitasking. Thanks for the comprehensive review!

[@johnoconnor4941]

I'm very thankful to have watched the install and as well as the 1400 lbs of car it also lifted my spirits. They'be been weighing my down of late. The turmoil here in the UK tends to burden everyone so thanks for... A, the install and B, the first reveiw on the lift...appreciate it Sarah...

[@hctim96]

Yup, and musk-o-mol does not help with the problem...

[@johnoconnor4941]

@hctim96 sorry, I don't recognise the reference musk-o-mol....any chance you could expand?

[@chrismass9761]

I think it's a nice looking car...hope you are doing well despite the awful fires..

[@tonyjoplin8758]

As usual, great review, Sarah.

[@MrMorton]

Beautiful car, would definitely have a tough choice between this and the Prius. Both seem solid.

[@EnnesX]

We're getting late in the cycle but this generation Civic will go down as one of the greats.

[@Mohan22369]

Omg what a great car review never seen someone explain on point need to know things ❤❤