Honda Civic
The Civic is a series of automobiles made by Honda since 1972.[12]
9 of 11 entries illustrated · 11 generations. Entries are ordered by generation, with regional versions listed together. Dates are labelled by what the sources state — production, introduction or market — and photos are checked for the right generation.
First generationSB1Production 1972–1979- SL/SS/SR/ST/VC/WDNo checked photo yetSecond generationSL/SS/SR/ST/VC/WDProduction 1979–1983
Third generationHonda Civic (third generation)Production 1983–1987
Fourth generationHonda Civic (fourth generation)Production 1987–1991- Fifth generationNo checked photo yetFifth generationHonda Civic (fifth generation)Production 1991–1995
Sixth generationHonda Civic (sixth generation)Production 1995–2000
Seventh generationHonda Civic (seventh generation)Production 2000–2005
Eighth generationHonda Civic (eighth generation)Production 2005–2012
Ninth generationHonda Civic (ninth generation)Production 2011–2017
Tenth generationHonda Civic (tenth generation)Production 2016–2021
Eleventh generationHonda Civic (eleventh generation)Production 2021–present
Honda Civic (first generation)
Production July 1972–June 1979[1]
- Its engine was mounted transversely and water-cooled.[1]
Honda Civic (second generation)
Production October 1979–September 1983[2]
Changes described by the sources
- It debuted with a more angular shape, increased engine power and larger dimensions in all models.[2]
- A three-box four-door sedan and a three-speed automatic transmission were new for September 1979.[2]
Facelifts: 1980 — A minor facelift arrived in late 1980.[2]; 1982 — Another facelift in early 1982 added larger plastic bumpers, a new grille and rectangular headlights.[2]
Honda Civic (third generation)
Production September 1983–September 1987[3]
Changes described by the sources
- The wheelbase was increased by 2–5 inches (5.1–12.7 cm).[3]
Honda Civic (fourth generation)
Production September 1987–August 1991[4]
Changes described by the sources
Honda Civic (sixth generation)
Production September 1995–August 2000[6]
Changes described by the sources
- It offered two new 1.6-litre four-cylinder engines and a new continuously variable transmission (CVT) on the HX model.[6]
- The coupe and sedan are 2.3 in longer and the hatchback 4.3 in longer than the previous generation.[6]
Facelift: 1998 — The Civic received interior and exterior updates in 1998 (for the 1999 model year); the source describes them as a facelift with a new grille, headlights and front bumper.[6]
Honda Civic (seventh generation)
Production June 2000–September 2005[7]
Changes described by the sources
- Exterior dimensions stayed similar to the predecessor while interior space was significantly increased.[7]
- The front double wishbone suspension was replaced with MacPherson struts.[7]
Facelift: 2003 — A facelift in late 2003 (2004 model year) brought new headlights, bumper and grille.[7]
Honda Civic (eighth generation)
Production 2005–2012[8]
Changes described by the sources
- The hatchbacks received a different architecture, body design and smaller footprint.[8]
Facelift: 2009 — North American Civics received a facelift for the 2009 model year, adding the LX-S trim.[8]
Honda Civic (ninth generation)
Production 2011–2017[9]
Changes described by the sources
- Its body styles were sedan, coupe, hatchback and a station wagon marketed as the Civic Tourer.[9]
Facelift: 2014 — A facelifted Civic hatchback was unveiled at the 2014 Paris Motor Show and went on sale in March 2015.[9]
Honda Civic (tenth generation)
Production 2016–2021[10]
Changes described by the sources
- This generation unified the Civic range, with Honda ceasing to make a dedicated European version.[10]
- The unit body is 31 kg lighter and uses higher grade steel than the previous model.[10]
Facelift: August 2018 — A revised sedan and coupe was revealed in August 2018 for the 2019 model year in North America.[10]
Honda Civic (eleventh generation)
Production 2021–present[11]
Changes described by the sources
- It is the first Civic since the second generation not to offer a two-door version.[11]
Facelift: 21 May 2024 — A facelifted Civic was revealed on 21 May 2024 for the 2025 model year.[11]
Gaps in this history
- Wikipedia lists eleven Civic generations (1972 to 2021 onward) and this history covers all eleven.
- Production dates are those in each generation article's infobox and may differ from the dates in the article text; regional and model-year dates are not merged with them.
References
- Honda Civic (first generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 11 October 2026)
- Honda Civic (second generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 13 October 2026)
- Honda Civic (third generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 13 October 2026)
- Honda Civic (fourth generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 13 October 2026)
- Honda Civic (fifth generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 13 October 2026)
- Honda Civic (sixth generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 13 October 2026)
- Honda Civic (seventh generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 13 October 2026)
- Honda Civic (eighth generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 13 October 2026)
- Honda Civic (ninth generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 13 October 2026)
- Honda Civic (tenth generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 13 October 2026)
- Honda Civic (eleventh generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 13 October 2026)
- Honda Civic — Wikipedia Reference work (read 13 October 2026)
Wikipedia sources link to the exact revision that was read. Specifications differ between markets, years and versions; each figure is shown with the market and version its source states.