Model Tested: 2022 Honda Civic 1.5T 4D Touring
Engine: 1.5-liter turbocharged I-4, 180 horsepower and 177 lb-ft torque
Transmission: CVT automatic, front-wheel-drive
EPA Rating: 31-mpg city, 38-mpg highway, 34-mpg combined
Base Price: $28,300
As Tested: $29,690
Performance:
Good performance from the diminutive 1.5-liter I-4
Drive modes: Normal, Eco, Sport
Sport mode makes noticeable improvement
Paddle shifters
Good performing CVT transmission
Pleasant highway ride
Front-wheel-drive sufficient in moderate snow
Pretty sporty handling
Comfort:
Stretch-out front seat legroom
Excellent headroom
Three temp heated front seats
Ample adult room in back seat
Large rear doors, easy in/out
Nice, slightly contoured steering wheel
Good auxiliary controls
Good tilt/telescopic range
Utility:
Large capacity trunk
Flat floor
6-inch lift-over
Large pass-through
Split folding seats fold flat
Medium size glovebox, non-locking
Medium to small front door bins
Smart phone charging pad
Large sun visors with excellent slide
Deep medium size center console bin
Large infotainment screen
WOW Factors:
Handsome styling
Large, deep trunk
Good fuel economy
Spacious interior, excellent comfort
Bright interior lighting
Very good technology and safety features
Whines:
Only one seat back pouch
Tiny rear door bins
Bottom Line:
The redesigned 2022 Honda Civic offers more of the same great features buyers have come to expect from this excellent “small” Honda. The Honda Civic is classified as a compact car, but its interior space and comfort rival many much larger (overall
dimensions) sedans. Over the years the Civic has grown, but no one seems to mind. The interior is more spacious and well-appointed. Handling and fuel economy are still excellent, but no manual transmissions are offered on the sedan. The 2022 Honda Civic comes in several trim levels to spread out price points. The Honda reputation for quality engineering, reliability, and strong resale values are still going strong with the 2022 Honda Civic sedan.
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