2022 Honda Civic MPG
The 2022 Honda Civic gets 26–33 mpg in the city and 36–42 on the highway (29–36 combined), across the 11 versions the EPA rated.
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 4-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive and is rated 29 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2021 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 | 42 | 36 | Regular · 243 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 40 | 35 | Regular · 254 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 39 | 35 | Regular · 258 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 38 | 34 | Regular · 260 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 37 | 33 | Regular · 266 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 37 | 33 | Regular · 267 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 5Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 38 | 33 | Regular · 269 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 5Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 37 | 32 | Regular · 277 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 5Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 37 | 31 | Regular · 282 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 37 | 31 | Premium · 285 g CO₂/mi |
| Civic 5Dr | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 36 | 29 | Regular · 304 g CO₂/mi |
2022 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 2022 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.
2022 Honda Civic specs
2022 Honda Civic buyers could choose between 2 engines, according to EPA records: 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo and 2.0 L 4-cyl. It came with continuously variable (CVT) and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. The EPA classes it as a large 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 | 6 |
| 2.0 L | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios); Automatic (AV-S7); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 5 |
2022 Honda Civic problems
Owners have filed 961 complaints about the 2022 Honda Civic with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Steering is the most-reported area (64% of component mentions), followed by forward collision avoidance (7%) and lane departure (7%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 190 complaints a year: more than the 2021 (27 a year) and the 2023 (83 a year).
No other Honda Civic model year from 2008 to 2024 has more complaints per year on sale.
Of the 961, 35 mention a crash, 3 a fire and 13 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 804 | 64% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 94 | 7% |
| Lane departure | 86 | 7% |
| Unknown or other | 43 | 3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 43 | 3% |
| Electrical system | 40 | 3% |
| Suspension | 26 | 2% |
| Service brakes | 23 | 2% |
| Structure | 14 | 1% |
| Wheels | 14 | 1% |
| Engine | 12 | <1% |
| Power train | 12 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 12 | <1% |
| Air bags | 11 | <1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 9 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 4 | <1% |
| Seats | 4 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | <1% |
| Tires | 2 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
There is a recall on the power steering box, Honda attempted repairing, but the issue was not resolved. Honda is now requesting I purchase a new power steering rack and will not replace the faulty one on recall.
Issue happens whenever I use adaptive Cruise control for any extended period of time. Typically occurs in less than an hour. …
Cruise control suddenly stopped working along with 5 warnings on dash which indicated to take vehicle to Dealer. …
2022 Honda Civic recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2022 Honda Civic.
The most recent, campaign 26V332000 from May 2026, concerns air bags.
Air bags account for 2 of the 4 campaigns, more than any other area.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Civic years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V332000 | May 21, 2026 | Air bags | 2016–2022 |
| 24V744000 | October 3, 2024 | Steering | 2022–2024 |
| 24V064000 | February 1, 2024 | Air bags | 2020–2022 |
| 23V704000 | October 19, 2023 | Steering | 2022–2024 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2022 Honda Civic; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| HATCHBACK 5 HB 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 2022 models in the EPA's large cars class, the 2022 Honda Accord (33 mpg) and 2022 Hyundai Sonata (32 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 36 | 456 | 57 | 4 |
| 2020 | 36 | 237 | 34 | 5 |
| 2021 | 36 | 161 | 27 | 4 |
| 2022 | 36 | 961 | 190 | 4 |
| 2023 | 36 | 336 | 83 | 5 |
| 2024 | 36 | 142 | 46 | 3 |
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Civic a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2022 Honda Civic has 190 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (the most of its 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 2022 Civic problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are steering (804), forward collision avoidance (94) and lane departure (86). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2022 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 2022 Civic get?
The EPA rates the versions at 29–36 mpg combined (26–33 city, 36–42 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 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).