2013 Honda Civic MPG
Across its 4 EPA-rated gasoline versions, the 2013 Honda Civic returns 22–29 mpg city, 31–41 highway and 25–33 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 33 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive and is rated 25 mpg combined. The EPA also rated hybrid and natural-gas versions, the best at 44 mpg combined. That is 1 mpg better than the best gasoline 2012 version (32 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civic Hybrid | 1.5 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 43 | 44 | 44 | Regular · 200 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic HF | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 41 | 33 | Regular · 265 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 39 | 32 | Regular · 279 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic Natural Gas | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 38 | 31 | CNG · 218 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 35 | 31 | Regular · 288 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Premium · 354 g CO₂/mi |
2013 Honda Civic fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2013 Honda Civic costs about $1,980 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (33 mpg combined), or roughly 13 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (31 mpg combined) comes to about $2,110 a year, $130 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2013 Honda Civic specs
2013 Honda Civic buyers could choose between 3 engines, according to EPA records: 1.8 L 4-cyl, 1.5 L 4-cyl hybrid and 2.4 L 4-cyl. It came with continuously variable (CVT), automatic and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. The EPA classes it as a compact car.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L | 4 | Automatic 5-spd; Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 |
| 1.5 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
| 2.4 L | 4 | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2013 Honda Civic problems
Owners have filed 329 complaints about the 2013 Honda Civic with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Air bags are the most-reported area (26% of component mentions), followed by electrical system (9%) and steering (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 23 complaints a year: fewer than the 2012 (31 a year) and about as many as the 2014 (23 a year).
That ranks 15th of 17 Honda Civic model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 329, 29 mention a crash, 1 a fire and 24 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 117 | 26% |
| Electrical system | 41 | 9% |
| Steering | 39 | 9% |
| Service brakes | 38 | 8% |
| Unknown or other | 30 | 7% |
| Engine | 24 | 5% |
| Power train | 23 | 5% |
| Structure | 23 | 5% |
| Vehicle speed control | 20 | 4% |
| Seats | 16 | 4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 15 | 3% |
| Tires | 11 | 2% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 9 | 2% |
| Visibility/wiper | 9 | 2% |
| Suspension | 8 | 2% |
| Wheels | 8 | 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 5 | 1% |
| Visibility | 5 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 2 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | <1% |
| Hybrid propulsion system | 1 | <1% |
| I suspect the car seat is counterfeit | 1 | <1% |
| Other/i am not sure | 1 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 1 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owns a 2013 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. …
The ABS misfired and locked my brakes without warning during normal driving. This was without pumping the brakes or any engagement of the brake system.
My Honda Civic is experiencing multiple serious system warnings, including Check VSA System, Check Power Steering System, Check Brake System, and Check ABS System. …
2013 Honda Civic recalls
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2013 Honda Civic as of October 2026.
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 3 versions of the 2013 Honda Civic; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
The 2-door FWD version scored 4 stars overall.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-door FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hybrid 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Honda Civics can be compared fairly. Among other 2013 models in the EPA's compact cars class, the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (32 mpg) and 2013 Toyota Corolla (29 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 42 | 412 | 24 | 8 |
| 2011 | 41 | 171 | 11 | 9 |
| 2012 | 44 | 474 | 31 | 4 |
| 2013 | 44 | 329 | 23 | 0 |
| 2014 | 44 | 298 | 23 | 2 |
| 2015 | 44 | 394 | 33 | 1 |
| 2016 | 35 | 1,083 | 98 | 5 |
Every Honda Civic model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2013 Civic a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2013 Honda Civic has 23 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (15th most of 17 model years), no recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 44 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2013 Civic problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are air bags (117), electrical system (41) and steering (39). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2013 Civic have?
None as of October 2026. New recalls can be issued at any time, so check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Civic get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 25–33 mpg combined (22–29 city, 31–41 highway). The hybrid and natural-gas versions reach up to 44 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Civic per year?
About $1,980 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,110 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).