2023 Honda Civic eHEV

The Civic was one of the most notorious nameplates in Honda's inventory, and the eleventh generation of this moniker, it brought electrification to a whole new level.

The 2022 Civic was not the first hybrid in the carmaker's inventory. Several other models preceded it, such as the Insight with two generations, the Civic VIII sedan, and the CR-V, to name just a few. But Honda was also very good at producing naturally aspirated engines, so it paired these two elements and created one of the best Civics ever made.

While the car's exterior was tamed down when compared with its predecessor, it features all the right lines in the right places. The front fascia resembled the eleventh generation of the American Accord, with slim headlights and a narrow main grille. On the lower side of the bumper, the automaker installed a broader second grille flanked by a pair of side scoops needed for the fog lamps. From its profile, the fastback-shaped Civic left the impression of a coupe, even though it was not. Finally, at the back, the C-shaped taillights were spread from the quarter panels onto the tailgate.

Inside, the automaker tried its best to provide not just a comfortable cabin but also a high-tech one. Thus, most of the safety features of the vehicle, such as the adaptive cruise control and the lane-keep assist, were fitted as standard. The front bolstered bucket seats provided enough side support for their occupants during high-speed cornering. In the rear, the bench was adequate, even for three adults. In addition, it was split-folding and could expand the trunk volume from a respectable 410 liters (14.5 cu-ft) to a staggering for its class 1,220 liters (43 cu-ft). The standard infotainment unit featured a 7" display on the center stack.

Under the hood, Honda provided the e:HEV with just one drivetrain option. This hybrid unit featured an electric motor fueled by a set of batteries, which were charged by a 2.0-liter, Atkinson-cycle engine.