How Fast Is the 2023 Honda Civic?

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Lisa Conant, Automotive Content Specialist

Automotive Features Reviewer at CarParts.com

Written by CarParts.com Research Team - Updated on September 15th, 2023

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Summary

The top speed of a Honda Civic can vary depending on its trim level and engine size.
The LX, EX, and Sport models have a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine that allows it to reach a top speed of 137 mph, while the Touring model has a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine that allows it to reach a higher top speed of 139 mph.
The Type R is considered the fastest Honda Civic variant. It has a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that can produce 315 horsepower, allowing it to reach a top speed of 170 miles per hour.
Don’t try to reach your Civic’s top speed on highways because it’s incredibly dangerous.

The Honda Civic’s top speed will vary depending on the trim level and engine size. Currently, the Honda Civic has three engine options. The LX, EX, and Sport models have a 2.0-liter naturally-aspirated engine that allows the car to reach a top speed of 137 miles per hour (mph). The Touring model upgrades the Civic with a more powerful 1.5-liter turbocharged engine that allows it to reach a higher top speed of 139 mph.

The fastest Honda Civic variant is the Type R, which has a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that’s mated to a manual transmission. The Honda Civic Type R produces 315 horsepower, which allows it to reach a top speed of 170 miles per hour.

white 2023 honda civic frontview — The Honda Civic Type R, the fastest variant, produces 315 horsepower, which allows it to reach a top speed of 170 miles per hour. Image source: Honda Auto News

The Civic with the 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine takes 9.5 seconds to reach 60 mph. while the one equipped with the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine can reach 60 miles per hour in 7.5 seconds. The Civic Type R with the 2.0-liter turbo can reach 60 in just 5.3 seconds.

Reaching the Honda Civic’s top speed is unrealistic in real-world conditions. It takes a long time for the Civic to accelerate to its top speed because it doesn’t accelerate fast. Additionally, you’ll also need a long length of empty highway. You shouldn’t attempt to reach your Civic’s top speed on highways because it’s incredibly dangerous.

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Lisa Conant

Automotive Features Reviewer at CarParts.com

Lisa Conant grew up in Canada around a solid contingency of gear heads and DIY motor enthusiasts. She is an eclectic writer with a varied repertoire in the automotive industry, including research pieces with a focus on daily drivers and recreational vehicles. Lisa has written for Car Bibles and The Drive.

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