2012 Honda Civic Sedan EX-L
The 2012 Honda Civic Sedan EX-L is a 140-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,105 MSRP and is rated at 32 mpg combined.
It makes 140 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 128 lb-ft of torque at 4300 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 28 mpg city and 39 mpg highway (32 mpg combined).
The Civic Sedan measures 177.3 inches long on a 105.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,795 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $22,105 ($31,290 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $22,895 ($32,408 *) |
| Destination Charge | $790 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L SOHC i-VTEC I4 |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 140 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 128 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm |
| Valvetrain | 16-Valve SOHC i-VTEC |
| Bore and Stroke | 81 x 87.3 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 : 1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-Point Fuel Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 2.666 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.534 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.022 |
| 4th Gear | 0.721 |
| 5th Gear | 0.525 |
| Reverse | 1.957 |
| Final Drive | 4.44 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 28 MPG |
| Highway | 39 MPG |
| Combined | 32 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-Link |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 17.0 mm |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 11.0 mm |
| Turning Diameter | 35.4 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.3 in disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.2 in disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 in Alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 16 in Alloy |
| Tires Front | P205/55R16 |
| Tires Rear | P205/55R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 177.3 in |
| Width | 69 in |
| Height | 56.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Front Track | 59 in |
| Rear Track | 59.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,795 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 61% / 39% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.9 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.3 in |
| Hip Room Front | 50.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51.4 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars