2019 Honda Civic MPG
EPA ratings for the 2019 Honda Civic run from 22–32 mpg in town to 28–42 on the highway, or 25–36 combined, depending on which of its 16 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 36 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive and is rated 25 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2018 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 | 42 | 36 | Regular · 248 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 2Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 40 | 35 | Regular · 256 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 40 | 34 | Regular · 259 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 2Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 37 | 33 | Regular · 269 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 2Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 38 | 33 | Regular · 264 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 38 | 33 | Regular · 266 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 38 | 33 | Regular · 268 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 38 | 33 | Premium · 271 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 2Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 38 | 32 | Premium · 279 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 2Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 36 | 32 | Regular · 280 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 38 | 32 | Premium · 279 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 37 | 32 | Regular · 276 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 36 | 32 | Premium · 274 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 2Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 35 | 29 | Regular · 304 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 36 | 29 | Regular · 300 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 5Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 25 | Premium · 360 g CO₂/mi |
2019 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 2019 Honda Civic costs about $1,810 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (36 mpg combined), or roughly 12 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (29 mpg combined) comes to about $2,250 a year, $440 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.
2019 Honda Civic specs
2019 Honda Civic buyers could choose between 3 engines, according to EPA records: 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo, 2.0 L 4-cyl and 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo. It came with continuously variable (CVT) and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. The EPA classes it as a midsize car.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L turbo | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios); Automatic (AV-S7); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 9 |
| 2.0 L | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios); Automatic (AV-S7); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 6 |
| 2.0 L turbo | 4 | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2019 Honda Civic problems
Owners have filed 456 complaints about the 2019 Honda Civic with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Steering is the most-reported area (20% of component mentions), followed by fuel/propulsion system (13%) and gasoline fuel system (12%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 57 complaints a year: fewer than the 2018 (83 a year) and more than the 2020 (34 a year).
That ranks 6th of 17 Honda Civic model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 456, 26 mention a crash, 1 a fire and 15 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 114 | 20% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 73 | 13% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 71 | 12% |
| Unknown or other | 61 | 11% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 39 | 7% |
| Electrical system | 37 | 6% |
| Engine | 35 | 6% |
| Service brakes | 31 | 5% |
| Lane departure | 16 | 3% |
| Power train | 15 | 3% |
| Structure | 13 | 2% |
| Air bags | 12 | 2% |
| Wheels | 12 | 2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 10 | 2% |
| Visibility/wiper | 8 | 1% |
| Tires | 7 | 1% |
| Suspension | 6 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 5 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment | 3 | <1% |
| Visibility | 2 | <1% |
| Communication | 1 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | <1% |
| Other fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Other/i am not sure | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
It was diagnosed by my mechanic as needing a new rack and pinion but my situation matches other safety reports made from what I've been reading about. …
I had gotten a new battery because one point after work, my car would not start. I then got installed a brand new battery, and it still wouldn’t turn on. …
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Civic SI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. …
2019 Honda Civic recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2019 Honda Civic.
The most recent, campaign 26V332000 from May 2026, concerns air bags.
Gasoline fuel system accounts for 3 of the 4 campaigns, more than any other area.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Civic years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V332000 | May 21, 2026 | Air bags | 2016–2022 |
| 23V858000 | December 18, 2023 | Gasoline fuel system | 2016–2021 |
| 21V215000 | March 25, 2021 | Gasoline fuel system | 2019–2020 |
| 20V314000 | May 28, 2020 | Gasoline fuel system | 2018–2019 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 4 versions of the 2019 Honda Civic; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Si 2-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Si 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 2019 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2019 Toyota Corolla (36 mpg), 2019 Hyundai Elantra (35 mpg) and 2019 Toyota Camry (34 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 35 | 1,083 | 98 | 5 |
| 2017 | 36 | 606 | 60 | 6 |
| 2018 | 36 | 756 | 83 | 6 |
| 2019 | 36 | 456 | 57 | 4 |
| 2020 | 36 | 237 | 34 | 5 |
| 2021 | 36 | 161 | 27 | 4 |
| 2022 | 36 | 961 | 190 | 4 |
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Civic a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2019 Honda Civic has 57 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (6th most of 17 model years), 4 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 36 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2019 Civic problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are steering (114), fuel/propulsion system (73) and gasoline fuel system (71). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2019 Civic have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Civic get?
The EPA rates the versions at 25–36 mpg combined (22–32 city, 28–42 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Civic per year?
About $1,810 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,250 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).