The Honda Civic and Civic Hybrid are not only affordable but also smart-looking, agile, and nice to drive. The available powertrains—a 150-hp four-cylinder engine and a 200-hp hybrid setup—use fuel sparingly, and models equipped with electric assistance are quite quick.
You can have either in sedan or hatchback form, and both body styles offer roomy cabins with lots of storage options and generous cargo holds. Many desirable driver aids come standard too, though the base infotainment system is on the small side for the class. Over the years, the Honda Civic has been a serial 10Best winner, with its placement on our 2026 10Best list being the 12th time that it has earned that accolade.
Expert Tip: Manual-transmission Civics still exist, though not in the regular car's lineup. You'll need to shop the Civic Si and Type R performance specials.
