Do any Honda Civics have leather seats?
Yes. Leather-trim seats are available on higher Honda Civic trims, most notably EX-L and Touring, across recent model years. In Honda's terminology, this upholstery is usually described as leather-trim or leather-appointed rather than full leather, and Touring models often add heated front seats and perforated leather surfaces.
This article explains which generations and trims commonly offer leather, what kind of leather you get, and how to verify the seat material when shopping a new or used Civic.
Which Civics offer leather seats
Here’s a quick guide to the trims and years where leather appears on Civics sold in the United States.
- 10th generation (2016–2021): Leather-trim seats are found on EX-L and Touring. LX, Sport, and EX typically come with cloth upholstery; Touring often adds heated and perforated leather surfaces.
- 11th generation (2022–present): Leather-trim seats are standard or optional on EX-L and Touring. Touring commonly includes perforated leather and heated front seats; the Si and some sport-oriented variants typically use cloth or other synthetic options.
In short, if you want leather seats, target EX-L or Touring trims in the current and recent generations, and verify the upholstery on the exact model year you’re considering.
Understanding the upholstery terminology
Honda typically uses terms like leather-trim or leather-appointed to describe the seating in Civics. This usually means a leather-like material on the seat surfaces rather than full, genuine leather throughout the entire seat. Perforation and heating are more commonly found on Touring and, in some years, EX-L.
What you get with leather-trim interiors
Leather-trim interiors on Civics come with a bundle of features that distinguish them from cloth interiors. These features vary by year and trim.
- Leather-trim seats (not always full leather) with a premium feel compared with cloth
- Heated front seats commonly included on Touring and sometimes on EX-L depending on year
- Perforated leather surfaces typically found on Touring and newer EX-L configurations
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel and sometimes other touchpoints on leather-trim trims
For buyers who value comfort and a more upscale cabin, these trims represent the practical path to a leather interior in a Civic.
How to verify when shopping
To confirm whether a specific Civic has leather seats, use these steps during the buying process.
- Check the window sticker (Monroney) for terms like “leather,” “leather-trim,” or “leather-appointed” upholstery.
- Inspect photos or the actual seats in person to distinguish leather-trim from cloth; leather-trim seating typically shows a smoother surface and may have perforations.
- Ask the dealer or verify the exact trim and year to ensure the upholstery matches what you want, since materials can vary by production year and market.
- Confirm related features (heated front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel) that often accompany leather interiors on EX-L and Touring.
Verifying the upholstery ensures you get the interior you expect when you take delivery.
Summary
Leather seats are available in Honda Civics, but they are generally limited to higher trims. In recent generations (from 2016 onward), EX-L and Touring are the trims most likely to offer leather-trim upholstery, often with heated fronts and perforated surfaces. Always verify the exact trim and year, and be aware that materials may vary by market and production run.
