2027 Honda Civic Arrives at Dealers with New Sport-L Trim

Leading the charge for 2027 is the first-ever Civic Sport-L. Slotting neatly between the gas-powered Sport and the entry-level Sport Hybrid, the Sport-L packages several premium features that were previously restricted to top-tier hybrid models—including leather upholstery, heated front seats, power-adjustable front seating, and dual-zone automatic climate control—for under $28,500.

Under the hood, the Sport-L retains Honda’s naturally aspirated 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) outputting 150 horsepower.

Pricing for the 2027 lineup continues to start under $25,000 for the base sedan, positioning the Civic as one of the most accessible new vehicles on the market. In fact, Honda notes that the average new-vehicle transaction price for the Civic remains below the current U.S. industry average transaction price for a used car.

2027 Honda Civic Sedan Pricing & Ratings:

• LX (2.0L CVT): $24,995 MSRP | $26,290 TSRP | 32 / 41 / 36 mpg
• Sport (2.0L CVT): $26,995 MSRP | $28,290 TSRP | 31 / 39 / 34 mpg
• Sport-L (2.0L CVT): $28,495 MSRP | $29,790 TSRP | 31 / 39 / 34 mpg
• Sport Hybrid (2.0L Hybrid): $29,695 MSRP | $30,990 TSRP | 50 / 47 / 49 mpg
• Sport Touring Hybrid (2.0L Hybrid): $32,695 MSRP | $33,990 TSRP | 50 / 47 / 49 mpg

2027 Honda Civic Hatchback Pricing & Ratings:

• Sport (2.0L CVT): $28,195 MSRP | $29,490 TSRP | 30 / 38 / 34 mpg
• Sport-L (2.0L CVT): $29,695 MSRP | $30,990 TSRP | 30 / 38 / 34 mpg
• Sport Hybrid (2.0L Hybrid): $30,895 MSRP | $32,190 TSRP | 50 / 44 / 47 mpg
• Sport Touring Hybrid (2.0L Hybrid): $33,895 MSRP | $35,190 TSRP | 50 / 44 / 47 mpg

(Note: All MSRP figures exclude a $1,295 destination and handling charge).

Prelude Tech Filters Down to the Sport Touring Hybrid

For buyers stepping up to the top-spec Civic Sport Touring Hybrid, Honda is adding a new driver engagement feature dubbed "Honda S+ Shift."

First introduced on the 2026 Honda Prelude coupe, the S+ Shift drive mode uses software to simulate a traditional stepped transmission during spirited driving. The system creates virtual rev-matched downshifts, holds simulated gears through cornering, and pumps augmented engine notes into the cabin to give the dual-motor hybrid powertrain a more tactile, mechanical feel.

Hybrid models currently account for more than 30 percent of total Civic sales, following the hybrid's win as the 2025 North American Car of the Year.

The 2027 Civic Sedan and Hatchback are hitting dealer lots now, with the new Sport-L trim scheduled to arrive in showrooms before the end of the year.

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