SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 13, 2025 – The Honda Civic has once again proven its dominance in the automotive world. The 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid has been named the 2025 North American Car of the Year™, marking a record-breaking fourth win for the Civic nameplate. This prestigious award solidifies the Civic's position as the most honored model in the award's history.
Civic Hybrid's Winning Formula
The Civic Hybrid's victory can be attributed to its impressive combination of sporty design, class-leading safety features, exceptional driving dynamics, and a fun-to-drive personality that resonates with drivers. This latest accolade marks the second for the 11th-generation Civic and the seventh time a Honda vehicle has been recognized with a North American Car or Truck of the Year™ award.
"We are honored to have leading automotive journalists select the Honda Civic hybrid as the 2025 North American Car of the Year™," said Jessika Laudermilk, assistant vice president of Honda Auto Sales. "Our fun-to-drive hybrid-electric models are a key part of our Honda electrification strategy, and sales of the new Civic hybrid will ultimately represent about 40% of Civic sales."
A Legacy of Excellence
The North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year™ awards are highly regarded in the automotive industry, recognizing excellence in innovation, design, safety, performance, technology, driver satisfaction, and value. A panel of 50 esteemed automotive journalists from the United States and Canada meticulously evaluate vehicles based on these criteria.
2025 Honda Civic Hybrid: A Closer Look
The 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid sits at the pinnacle of the refreshed Civic lineup. Available in both sedan and hatchback styles, it seamlessly blends the Civic's renowned driving enjoyment with Honda's award-winning two-motor hybrid-electric system.
Performance and Efficiency
The Civic Sport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid boast a combined 200 horsepower and an impressive 232 lb.-ft. of torque, making them the most powerful non-Type R Civics to date. Equipped with two powerful electric motors, the Honda two-motor hybrid system delivers quick acceleration and exceptional fuel economy. The Civic Sedan Sport and Sport Touring hybrids achieve an impressive EPA city rating of 50 mpg.
Enhanced Driving Dynamics
Honda engineers have fine-tuned the Civic Hybrid's ride and handling with unique spring and damper tuning and specially developed tires. This results in a driving experience that is both sporty and comfortable. Hybrid trims also offer superior cabin quietness and ride comfort, thanks to a comprehensive noise reduction package that includes Active Noise Control and wheel resonators.
Civic: America's Favorite Compact Car
The Honda Civic has earned its place as a legend in the automotive world. As the longest-running Honda nameplate and one of the top three best-selling passenger cars in America for over five decades, the Civic continues to be a popular choice among drivers of all ages.
Honda's Hybrid Heritage
Honda is celebrating a significant milestone – 25 years of hybrid vehicle sales in America. The journey began in 1999 with the introduction of the first-generation Honda Insight, America's first mass-production hybrid-electric vehicle.
Honda Two-Motor Hybrid System: A Technological Marvel
The fourth-generation Honda two-motor hybrid system found in the Civic Hybrid represents a significant advancement in hybrid technology. It maximizes efficiency without sacrificing performance or passenger and cargo space. This system is also found in the Honda Accord and CR-V, where it accounts for over 50% of sales.
The Honda two-motor hybrid system has garnered critical acclaim, receiving a "Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems" award for two consecutive years.
American-Made Hybrid Technology
The Civic Hybrid's two-motor hybrid-electric power unit is built at the Honda Transmission Plant in Ohio, while its 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine is produced at the Anna Engine Plant, also in Ohio.
Honda Civic Manufacturing: A North American Success Story
Honda has produced nearly 12 million Civics in North America, with over five million manufactured in the United States. The 11th-generation Civic Sedan is produced in Alliston, Ontario, Canada, while the Civic Hatchback is manufactured at the company's Greensburg, Indiana plant. Both facilities produce Civic hybrid models.
About Honda
Honda is a leading automaker committed to offering a diverse lineup of clean, safe, fun, and connected vehicles. With a strong commitment to electrification, Honda continues to innovate and provide customers with fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly options.
Conclusion
The 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid's North American Car of the Year™ award is a testament to Honda's dedication to innovation and excellence in the automotive industry. By combining the Civic's sporty spirit with advanced hybrid technology, Honda has created a vehicle that appeals to a wide range of drivers while contributing to a more sustainable future.
FAQs
1. What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid?
The Civic Sedan Sport and Sport Touring hybrids achieve an EPA city rating of 50 mpg.
2. Where is the Honda Civic Hybrid manufactured?
The Civic Sedan is produced in Alliston, Ontario, Canada, and the Civic Hatchback is manufactured in Greensburg, Indiana.
3. What is the Honda two-motor hybrid system?
It's a sophisticated hybrid system that combines two electric motors with a gasoline engine to deliver optimal performance and fuel efficiency.
4. How many times has the Honda Civic won the North American Car of the Year™ award?
The Honda Civic has won the award a record-breaking four times.
5. What other Honda vehicles have won the North American Car or Truck of the Year™ award?
The Honda Ridgeline (2006 and 2017) and the Honda Accord (2018) have also received this prestigious award.