Civic Generations
50 years of evolution. From the original CVCC economy car to today's turbocharged Type R, explore every generation of the Honda Civic.
1st Generation Honda Civic
1973-1979
The original Honda Civic that started it all. A revolutionary compact car that helped establish Honda in the American market.
- • First Honda designed specifically for the US market
- • Achieved 40 mpg on the highway
2nd Generation Honda Civic
1980-1983
The second generation Civic grew larger and more refined, setting new standards for compact cars.
- • Larger and more spacious than first gen
- • Improved CVCC engine technology
3rd Generation Honda Civic
1984-1987
The 'Wonder Civic' revolutionized compact car design with its wedge shape and innovative packaging.
- • Revolutionary wedge-shaped design
- • Introduced Honda CRX sport compact
4th Generation Honda Civic
1988-1991
The EF Civic brought double-wishbone suspension and became a tuner favorite with legendary handling.
- • Double-wishbone suspension all around
- • B16A VTEC engine introduced (JDM)
5th Generation Honda Civic
1992-1995
The EG Civic perfected the sport compact formula with legendary VTEC engines and timeless styling.
- • VTEC engines available in North America
- • Iconic 'bubble' styling
6th Generation Honda Civic
1996-2000
The EK Civic refined the formula with improved engines, better safety, and the legendary EM1 Si.
- • B16A2 powered Si coupe (EM1)
- • Type R debuts in Japan (EK9)
7th Generation Honda Civic
2001-2005
A complete redesign brought MacPherson strut suspension, K-series engines, and the EP3 Civic Si.
- • New K-series engines debut
- • EP3 Si hatchback with K20A3
8th Generation Honda Civic
2006-2011
Futuristic styling, the legendary K20Z3 Si, and global Type R variants made this generation iconic.
- • Radical two-tier dashboard design
- • K20Z3 Si with 197 hp
9th Generation Honda Civic
2012-2015
A return to form after criticism, the refreshed 9th gen brought back enthusiast appeal with the FB6 Si.
- • Major 2013 refresh addressed criticism
- • K24Z7 engine in Si (201 hp)
10th Generation Honda Civic
2016-2021
A complete reinvention brought turbocharged engines and the Type R to North America for the first time.
- • Turbocharged engines across lineup
- • Type R finally comes to America
11th Generation Honda Civic
2022-Present
A refined, sophisticated evolution with the most powerful Type R ever and refined daily driving dynamics.
- • Clean, sophisticated design language
- • Type R FL5 with 315 hp