55/100
2016Compact CarsRegular

2016 Honda Civic 2Dr

EPA ID: 37284
31
City MPG
35
Combined MPG
35MPG· Excellent
41
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2016 Honda Civic 2Dr achieves an EPA-estimated 35 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 31 MPG in the city and 41 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic (variable gear ratios), this compact cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2016 Civic 2Dr produces approximately 250 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Civic 2Dr performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,700, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $2,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassCompact Cars
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine1.5L 4-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions250 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score8/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$1,700
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $2,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
34.8
Impact vs EPA
+$8
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$497/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$14,000
47.0%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$7,500
25.2%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$7,900
26.5%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.3%
Total 5-Year Cost$29,800

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #23V858000·2024-03-29
critical
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

Campaign #16V725000·2016-11-08
critical
Component: PARKING BRAKE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Honda Civic two door and four door 1.5L turbo and 2.0L vehicles. The electric parking brake (EPB) may not engage if it is applied immediately after turning the ignition off.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: If the EPB is not applied, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to allow the EPB to engage immediately after the ignition is turned off, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KC6.

Campaign #16V526000·2016-08-31
critical
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic 2-Door vehicles manufactured February 23, 2016, through May 20, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a damaged LED side marker light circuit board inside the taillight assembly, making the marker light inoperable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: If a side marker light does not function, vehicle visibility can be decreased to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both the taillight assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2016. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is KB8.

Campaign #16V074000·2016-03-25
critical
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2016 Civic vehicles manufactured September 22, 2015, to February 3, 2016 and equipped with 2.0L engines. The affected vehicles have engines with piston assemblies that may have been manufactured without a piston wrist pin circlip or with an incorrectly installed piston wrist pin circlip.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: If a circlip is missing or incorrectly installed, the piston wrist pin may not be secure and may drift and damage the engine cylinder causing the engine to seize, and increasing the risk of a crash or a fire.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the piston assemblies and damaged engine components, as necessary, free of charge. Parts are expected to be available in the Summer of 2016. Owners were mailed an interim notification beginning March 31, 2016, and will be mailed a second notice when parts are available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is JX9.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$1,700
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $2,250

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City31 MPG
Highway41 MPG
Combined35 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

50.0 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 62 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 4.2 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.