Don’t Listen to Sedan Naysayers: The Honda Civic Proves That Sedans Still Rock
At Future Honda, we love sedans. We make no secret of it. SUVs and pickup trucks have a lot of significant aspects, but driving in style means driving in a sedan. Low to the ground, speedy, and with an aerodynamic look, sedans just ooze cool. You don’t need a sports car to feel like you’re riding in an awesome sedan, though. No need to sacrifice fuel efficiency for reputation; far too many sports cars are willing to make this sacrifice. Luckily, if you want a sedan that contains style and affordability, there’s the 2023 Honda Civic. It’s a sedan that can be all you want without having to break the bank, and you can find it here at your Honda dealer.
The Honda Civic has long been noted for its fuel efficiency, and its 2023 model is no different. Yet, take a look at its exterior. Pretty awesome, right? Sporty, too. With plenty of options, it can also be tweaked to match your aesthetic expectations so that you can make your car truly yours. Sitting inside the Civic will remind you of just how awesome sedans are, and you may reconsider moving on to other types of vehicles.
Let’s take a look at the 2023 Honda Civic so we can see not just why sedans are still great, but why the Civic stands at the head of the pack.
Fuel Efficiency
Let’s flashback to winter 2022 and the rising cost of gas prices. Every morning, those numbers seemed to tick higher and higher thanks to a war in Europe and supply chain issues. It acted as a good reminder that gas prices can be fickle. Down one day and then sky high the next. It still feels that way now. Experiencing this gave everyone a new appreciation for fuel efficiency, and it is part of why we see our customers leaning towards hybrids and EVs these days.
The best sedans come with a fuel efficiency that no other automobile can offer. The Honda Civic is one of those sedans. For decades, Honda has put out fuel-efficient vehicles, often adapting its vehicles to get better mileage years before regulations came in place that aimed to do the same. Honda has made it a mission to keep its automobiles as efficient as possible as it aims to reduce its carbon footprint. In fact, the Civic itself will soon have a hybrid model for sale to assist in that aim.
The current Civic, though, already impresses with its mileage. It garners an EPA-estimated 31 MPG in the city and 38 MPG on the highway.[a] If you opt for an EX trim, you can get a greater EPA-estimated fuel economy rating. The long-term savings from these ratings can be astronomical, especially during our current time of high gas prices. So, not only do you get a gorgeous sedan, but you also save money in the long run. You don’t have to take our word for it, though: the EPA itself assigns the MPG ratings.
Exterior Beauty: Sporty and Classy
Another benefit of a sedan is that even if it doesn’t fall into the sports car category, it can still have the look of one. The 2023 Honda Civic acts as a perfect example of this. With its longer, smooth front that leads to a sharply angled window, the Civic looks very, very cool. No matter where you are, your Civic is going to stand out as an elegant ride. Its Rallye Red exterior option is a favorite as its brightness accentuates all of the Civic’s curves and angles, leading everyone on the road to glance over.
The LED headlights and taillights add even more class and sport to your ride. Their design gives them a mischievous look that will result in onlookers eyeing your Civic with wonder. Even the Civic’s exhaust adds to its aesthetic as it is chrome. A classy exhaust: who would’ve thought?
Sedans are also far lower to the ground than SUVs and pickup trucks. For me, this leads to a more enjoyable ride as you feel like you glide across the road. One of the benefits of a driving lifestyle is the sensation that you’re really meeting the pavement as you blast down a street; sedans give you that feel in a way no other vehicle can. The Honda Civic, with its great command and nimble maneuvering, brings this to the next level. We can’t imagine driving through an urban landscape in anything else.
Interior Elegance
The interior of a sedan has its own vibe. It can’t be replicated. The Honda Civic aims to maximize this feel by giving you broad sightlines, almost a panoramic view of everything that’s around. For California drivers, this is doubly thrilling since our state has better sights than anywhere else. Being low to the ground with this view is a unique experience, too, one that has a long tradition in sedans. Sometimes, you can picture yourself in an old car from the ‘60s, an experience that’s missing in bigger vehicles. It can be a neat little form of time travel as you drive along the coast, picturing yourself driving in a similar-sized car back in 1965 or 1975.
The Civic gives you some serious comfort, as well, with leather-trimmed seating and ergonomic chairs. Just because the exterior is sporty doesn’t mean the interior needs to lag on luxury. For colder mornings, the front seats are heated, too. When you’re traveling in your Civic, you’re going to feel like you’re in a luxury vehicle made specifically for you. Thanks to the futuristic design of the touchscreens and dashboards, you can imagine yourself in your own little spaceship.
Sedans Stand Out
There’s no doubt that SUVs and pickup trucks have gained some serious traction in the market. The trend has been clear for quite some time. This means that sedans tend to stand out more than they used to, which can be a fun status symbol. The sedan still has the aura of a fun ride, signaling the driver has a sense of flair in their life.
Here in California, we drive quite a bit. There’s so much beauty in our state, but it’s larger than almost any other, which means seeing its sights requires a lot of time on the road. If you want to stand out as you drive and let other drivers see your sense of self reflected in your vehicle, then the Honda Civic is the sedan you need to buy.
Future Honda Wants to Put You in a Civic!
We love the Honda Civic. Always have. For decades now, it’s been getting drivers where they need to go in both style and efficiency. The 2023 model does this better than ever. Stop by Future Honda today, and we can walk you through the different trims and upgrades available so that you can have a sedan that lets you make the most out of your life, whether you’re on the highway or just showing off in the driveway. We also have an excellent selection of used Honda Civic models available if you are interested in saving a little on the sticker price. But that’s not all, we also carry the Civic Type R, Civic hatchback, and Civic Si; so whatever you wish for, we have you covered.