Certified 2023 Honda Civic LX

The 2023 Honda Civic is the latest iteration of one of the best-selling vehicles on the road today. Available as both a sedan and hatchback, the 11th-generation Civic moves into its second year. Fresh off naming the Honda Civic our Edmunds Top Rated Sedan for 2022, we added a Honda Civic Si to our long-term review fleet. That means rowing through the gears for 20,000 miles and 12 months to see what we like and dislike about one of our favorite cars. This little Honda packs a surprising amount of performance. This is especially true of the sporty handling that lets more spirited drivers actually have some fun. Usually, these abilities are reserved for the more performance-focused models like the Civic Si and Type R. This Civic replaces its predecessors busy design with a simpler and more elegant style. It eliminates a lot of the clutter and fake vents for a more mature interpretation yet still leaves room for more exciting treatments. The 2023 Civic is a terrific car. In fact, we named it our 2023 Best Compact Car for the Money because it has the best combination of quality and value in its class. Available in sedan and hatchback body styles, the Civic boasts an upscale and airy cabin with comfy seats, an easy-to-use infotainment system and ample cargo space. The Honda feels sporty and nimble when winding through turns, yet it still rides comfortably on less-than-perfect pavement. It is zippy and fuel-efficient as well, especially if you opt for one of the turbocharged engines. The icing on the cake is the Civics wealth of standard safety features, including adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist.