2012 Honda Civic Sedan LX AT
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- Photo: 2014 Honda Civic Touring in Crimson Pearl, Front Left, 04-03-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2012 Honda Civic EX sedan by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2014 Honda Civic Touring in Crimson Pearl, Rear Right, 04-03-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Tachometer display on 2012 Honda Civic by Daniel Case, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2012 Honda Civic Sedan LX AT is a 140-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $18,805 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 2,705 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $18,805 ($26,619 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $19,595 ($27,737 *) |
| 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 | 7.9 in drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in (full covers) |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in (full covers) |
| Tires Front | P195/65R15 |
| Tires Rear | P195/65R15 |
| 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 | 2,705 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 61% / 39% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.1 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 |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.9 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2012 Honda Civic 2 DR FWD: 4 ★ overall
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Honda CIVIC. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 21, 2012 · STEERING:COLUMN
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Civic passenger vehicles, manufactured from October 26, 2012, through October 30, 2012. These vehicles were assembled with the incorrect steering column assembly.
Consequence: The steering column may not have proper energy absorbing characteristics, which could increase the risk of injury during a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 10, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
NHTSA campaign 12V548000
Jun 4, 2012 · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 HONDA CIVIC VEHICLES. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE PROCESS REQUIRED TO SEAT THE DRIVER’S SIDE DRIVESHAFT AND SET THE RETAINING CLIP WAS NOT COMPLETED. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVESHAFT MAY SEPARATE.
Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE WILL HAVE A LOSS OF DRIVE POWER AND MAY ROLL AWAY IF THE PARKING BRAKE HAS NOT BEEN SET WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR HAS BEEN PLACED IN THE “PARK” POSITION, INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH OR PEDESTRIAN INJURY.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver's side driveshaft and install a new driveshaft as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 21. 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
NHTSA campaign 12V256000
May 18, 2011 · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CIVIC 2-DOOR AND 4-DOOR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 21, 2011, THROUGH MAY 2, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT AN O-RING, WHICH SEALS A CONNECTION IN THE FUEL FEED LINE, IS MISALIGNED. IF THE O-RING IS MISALIGNED, A SMALL FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FEED LINE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
NHTSA campaign 11V288000
456 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Honda CIVIC
Owner Complaints
456 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Honda CIVIC (55 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 28 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 149 |
| Steering | 74 |
| Electrical System | 60 |
| Power Train | 49 |
| Service Brakes | 39 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 HONDA CIVIC. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.