How many miles does a Honda Civic 2007 get?
In typical driving, a 2007 Honda Civic gets around 30 miles per gallon (mpg) in combined city and highway conditions, with highway mileage often near 38–40 mpg for most non-hybrid trims. The Civic Si is less efficient in city driving, and the Civic Hybrid delivers the highest overall mpg of the lineup.
To understand this in more detail, the 2007 Civic came in several trims with different transmissions and engines. The DX/LX/EX models used a 1.8-liter four-cylinder, the Si used a 2.0-liter engine, and there was also a Civic Hybrid. Transmission choices (manual vs. automatic) also affected fuel economy. EPA estimates are a guide; actual mileage varies with driving style, maintenance, and road conditions.
The following figures are typical EPA estimates for common configurations of the 2007 Civic and should be treated as guidelines for comparison across trims and transmissions.
- DX/LX/EX with 1.8L engine and automatic transmission: about 30 mpg city and 38 mpg highway; combined around 33–34 mpg.
- 1.8L engine with manual transmission (LX/EX): about 31 mpg city and 40 mpg highway; combined around 34–35 mpg.
- Civic Si with 2.0L engine (manual only): about 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway; combined around 25–26 mpg.
- Civic Hybrid: about 40 mpg city and 45 mpg highway; combined typically around 42–44 mpg.
In practical terms, non-hybrid Civics from this era tended to land in the low-to-mid 30s mpg in combined driving, with highway trips pulling higher efficiencies. The Si traded some efficiency for performance, and the Hybrid offered the best overall efficiency by a comfortable margin.
Note: Real-world results can differ based on load, driving habits, tire condition and pressure, maintenance, climate, and fuel quality. Regular maintenance and correct tire inflation can help approach these EPA estimates.
How to maximize mpg on a 2007 Civic
Guidance to help improve real-world fuel economy across the 2007 Civic lineup:
- Keep tires inflated to the manufacturer’s recommended pressures; underinflated tires reduce fuel efficiency.
- Follow a regular maintenance schedule (air filter, oil changes, spark plugs) to keep the engine running efficiently.
- Drive smoothly: avoid rapid accelerations and heavy braking; use steady speeds and anticipate congestion.
- Use cruise control on highways when appropriate to maintain a steady speed.
- Lighten the load: remove unnecessary roof racks or cargo when not in use; extra weight reduces mpg.
These practices can help you approach the EPA estimates, though actual miles per gallon will still vary by model and driving conditions.
Notes on model variations
A few caveats to keep in mind: the Si’s sportier tuning typically yields lower city mpg but can perform well on highway legs; the Hybrid’s numbers reflect its electric assistance, which can provide noticeably higher mpg in mixed driving but may vary with battery state-of-charge and climate control use.
Summary
The 2007 Honda Civic offered a range of mpg outcomes depending on trim and transmission. Non-hybrid models generally delivered around 33–34 mpg combined with automatic transmission and about 34–35 mpg with a manual, the Si around mid-20s mpg combined, and the Civic Hybrid around the low-to-mid 40s mpg combined. Real-world results depend on how you drive and how well the car is maintained. For precise figures on a specific vehicle, consult fueleconomy.gov or the owner’s manual for the exact trim and transmission configuration.
