2012 Honda Civic MPG
25–44 mpg combined across 6 EPA-rated versions. Best: Civic Hybrid (FWD, 1.5L 4-cyl) at 43 city / 44 hwy / 44 combined; lowest: Civic (2.4L 4-cyl, M6) at 25.
Every version
| Version | Engine | Trans. | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civic Hybrid (Hybrid) | 1.5L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 43 | 44 | 44 | $1,500 |
| Civic HF | 1.8L 4-cyl | A5 | FWD | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Civic | 1.8L 4-cyl | A5 | FWD | 28 | 38 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Civic | 1.8L 4-cyl | M5 | FWD | 28 | 35 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Civic Natural Gas (CNG) | 1.8L 4-cyl | A5 | FWD | 27 | 38 | 31 | $1,500 |
| Civic | 2.4L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,300 |
How it compares
- 2012 Compact Cars: class average 25.6 mpg over 159 versions; best Civic +18.4 (#2).
- 2011: 41 mpg best (+3 for 2012).
- 2013: 44 mpg best.
- Fuel cost spread: $1,500–$3,300 a year ($1,800 difference).
- 2026 model: 49 mpg best (+5).
Safety
| Crash test | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic 2 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ · 11.8% risk |
| Honda Civic 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ · 10.9% risk |
474 owner complaints: Air Bags 153, Steering 74, Electrical System 64, Power Train 53. Crashes 58, fires 5, injuries 47.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 153 | 32% |
| Steering | 74 | 16% |
| Electrical System | 64 | 14% |
| Power Train | 53 | 11% |
| Service Brakes | 41 | 9% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 40 | 8% |
| Structure | 36 | 8% |
| Unknown Or Other | 35 | 7% |
Recent owner reports: Air Bags
“We were not injured. We fixed the problem before we did get hurt..message came up.. “Check airbag system”. We had t replace our driver’s side airbag at the cost of over $1,500.”
“The contact owns a 2012 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side seat weight sensor failed to operate properly. The contact stated that while the front passenger’s seat was occupied, the air bag enabled warning light was flashing off and on. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V332000 (Air Bags).”
“I purchased a vehicle from a private seller on offer up. The seller stated the vehicle was clean title, he also stated the vehicle was low mileage with 112,000. When I got the vehicle the tire sensor was showing on the dash and the air bag sensor. After purchasing the vehicle I later found out the vehicle was salvage, and the mileage is also roughly 180,000 miles or more.”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
4 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).
| Date | Component | Campaign |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 10, 2020 | Power Train › driveline › driveshaft | 20V770000 |
| Nov 21, 2012 | Steering › column | 12V548000 |
| Jun 4, 2012 | Power Train › driveline › driveshaft | 12V256000 |
| May 18, 2011 | Fuel System, Other › delivery › hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 11V288000 |