Does the 2021 Honda Civic need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the LX FWD.
- Regular: 9 of 11 trims. Premium: 2 of 11 trims.
- Premium by choice: $218 more a year.
- 15% of 13 hatchbacks (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 33 | $1,164 | $1,382 |
| LX FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 34 | $1,129 | $1,341 |
| Sport FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 33 | $1,164 | $1,382 |
| Sport FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 34 | $1,129 | $1,341 |
| EX FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 36 | $1,067 | $1,267 |
| EX FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 34 | $1,129 | $1,341 |
| EX-L FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 36 | $1,067 | $1,267 |
| Touring FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 36 | $1,067 | $1,267 |
| Sport Touring FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 34 | $1,129 | $1,341 |
| Type R Limited Edition Hatchback FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| Type R Touring Hatchback FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Honda Civic | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Honda Accord | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Toyota Corolla | L FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Toyota Camry | LE FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Mazda MAZDA3 | 2.0 FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Nissan Sentra | S FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree