Nov 19, 2019
Red 2020 Honda Civic Sedan on Desert Road, Gray 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback at Sunset and Neon Yellow 2020 Honda Civic Coupe on Mountain Road

Differences Between the Honda Civic Sedan, Hatchback and Coupe

The Honda Civic is a premier competitor in the compact car segment that is available in three body styles – Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback and Civic Coupe. With so many options and trim levels to choose from, many Phoenix-area car shoppers interested in a Honda Civic want to know – what are the differences between the Honda Civic Sedan, Hatchback and Coupe? Find a Honda Civic to fit your lifestyle and budget with this guide created by Earnhardt Honda!


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Civic Sedan vs Civic Hatchback vs Civic Coupe: Trim Levels and Prices

Price is always an important part of the car-buying decision and will apply to the 2020 Honda Civic lineup. The 2020 Honda Civic Sedan will start at $20,550* with four trim levels – LX, Sport, EX and Touring. When you opt for the 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback, you will have five trim levels to choose from – LX, Sport, EX, EX-L and Sport Touring – with a price tag that starts at $21,650*. If you love the style of the 2020 Honda Civic Coupe, it will start at $20,950* and will provide four trim level choices – LX, Sport, EX and Touring. The performance-tuned 2020 Honda Civic Si Sedan is listed separately and will start at $25,000* while the track-ready 2019 Honda Civic Type R Hatchback starts at $36,300*.

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Civic Sedan vs Civic Hatchback vs Civic Coupe: Design Specs and Engine Options

No matter which Honda Civic option you choose in this comparison, the Honda entry in the compact car class will make room for five passengers. To cater to families, the Honda Civic Sedan will provide 15.1 cubic feet of cargo space in LX, Sport, EX and EX-L trim levels. When you opt for the Honda Civic Coupe, you will have 12.1 cubic feet of trunk space in LX and Sport trim levels. Families who want a compact car with an athletic style and plenty of cargo space may find that the Honda Civic Hatchback fits the bill with 25.7 cubic feet of cargo space in LX, EX and EX-L trim levels.

Power and performance are hallmarks of the Honda Civic platform. With an arsenal of engine options to choose from that will vary by model and trim level, you can tailor performance to fit your lifestyle when you choose a Honda Civic at Earnhardt Honda.

  • 158-Horsepower 2.0-Liter 4-Cylinder – Honda Civic Sedan LX and Sport – Honda Civic Coupe LX and Sport
  • 174-Horsepower 1.5-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder – Honda Civic Sedan EX, EX-L and Touring – Honda Civic Coupe EX and Touring – Honda Civic Hatchback LX, EX and EX-L
  • 180-Horsepower 1.5-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder – Honda Civic Hatchback Sport and Sport Touring
  • 205-Horsepower 1.5-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder – Honda Civic Si Sedan
  • 306-Horsepower 2.0-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder – Honda Civic Type R Hatchback

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What are the differences between the Honda Civic Sedan, Hatchback and Coupe? Find out with this overview that explores the 2020 Honda Civic Sedan, 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback, 2020 Honda Civic Coupe, 2020 Honda Civic Si Sedan and 2019 Honda Civic Type R Hatchback. Visit the Earnhardt Honda inventory today to find a Honda Civic that will fit your specifications!

*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $930.00 destination charge and options. Dealers set own prices.