Does the 2025 Honda Civic Type R need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$300extra a year
- Premium listed for the FWD.
- All 4 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 69% of 68 sedans (2025) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| Manual FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| Civic LX FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 34 | $1,129 | $1,341 |
| Civic Sport FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 34 | $1,129 | $1,341 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Honda Civic Type R | FWD | Premium |
| 2025 BMW 3 Series | 330i RWD | Premium |
| 2025 Audi A5 Sportback | 40 TFSI Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2025 Acura TLX | FWD w/Technology Package | Premium |
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class All Terrain | E-Class E 350 RWD | Premium |
| 2025 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing | CT4-V V-Series Blackwing Petit Pataud Edition RWD | Premium |
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA | 250 FWD | Premium |
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
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree