Honda Australia has confirmed the refreshed Civc lineup for 2025, arriving soon as an all-hybrid range that brings in added tech and some new trimmings.
Just two variants are joining local showrooms, including the e:HEV L and e:HEV LX. Both are powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder hybrid featuring two electric motors, producing a total of 135kW and 315Nm. This is sent through a single-speed auto with front-wheel drive.
An official fuel consumption average is pegged at 4.2L/100km, which is reasonably low but for a hybrid it’s not the lowest in its class – a standard Toyota Corolla hybrid is rated at 4.0L/100km. However, the Civic shines a bit brighter with more power.
Both variants receive a neat design facelift incorporating a new front bumper bar, updated grille, some fresh wheels and a slightly revised rear end. There’s also a new Seabed Blue exterior colour option joining the list, and Sonic Grey for the LX only.
Inside, Honda is switching to a Google-based system for the on-board infotainment, running services such as Google Maps, Google Play, and Google Assistant. This runs through a 9.0-inch touch-screen based on Android software. Speaking about the new model, Honda Australia vice president and director, Carolyn McMahon, said:
“Over the last 50 years, the iconic Honda Civic has continued to foster a strong customer fanbase in the Australian market. It is a nameplate that carries a lot of history for Honda globally since its introduction in 1972 as a world-class car in its segment.”
Prices for the new lineup are yet to be confirmed, but the local arm says its arrival is taking place “soon”. The Type R performance hatch continues as is for now.
So far this year (through September), Honda Australia has sold just 830 examples of the Civic according to VFACTS figures. That sum is down 6.3 per cent on the same period last year.
