“The Civic Type R can function as your only car, yet is as thrilling as most bespoke sports cars. Stunning to drive. And distressingly expensive” Firstly and most importantly, you’re looking ...

The 2025 Civic Hybrid is EPA rated at 50 mpg in the city and 47 mpg on the highway (4.7 and 5.0 l/100km). Those estimates, in my week with the car, were pretty conservative.

I’m just going to cut to the chase here. This Honda Civic hybrid is a good car. A great one, even. So, what’s going on? A CarsGuide investigation is required. Stick around and we’ll try to figure this ...