Edmunds Top Rated Car 2025

2025 Honda Civic Hybrid

The all-new sedan combines impressive mpg and power to take its place at the top of the pack
January 22nd, 2025

Why did the Honda Civic Hybrid win?

The latest Civic may be the best Honda has ever produced. It's available as a sedan or roomy hatchback, is fun to drive, and has a top-notch interior. It's even more compelling with its new-for-2025 hybrid powertrain, which returned an astounding 49 mpg in Edmunds' real-world testing. The Civic Hybrid is a perfectly balanced compact sedan and, frankly, might be all the car you ever really need. Frugal, fun and affordable, this is one of those rare instances where buyers get to have their cake and eat it too.

"An interior that punches well above its price tag, incredible efficiency, and it's great to drive. How can you argue with that?" — Nick Yekikian, senior news editor

What stood out?

Unlike most hybrids, the Honda Civic Hybrid doesn't feel like a compromise. Frustrated with gas prices? The Civic Hybrid's 49 mpg makes those painful gas visits much fewer and farther between. Want something fun to drive? The Civic Hybrid matches the sportier Civic Si's 200 horsepower and delivers the same sharp handling.

Note: Pricing includes destination.
8.2/10Edmunds Rating
$30,100 - $33,110MSRP
49 MPGEPA estimate
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