Which Honda is turbocharged?
Turbocharged Hondas include the Civic family, the Accord, the CR-V, and the HR-V, along with high-performance variants like the Civic Si and Civic Type R. This article outlines which models are equipped with turbo engines and what that means for performance and efficiency as of model-year 2024–2025.
Honda uses two main turbo configurations across its current lineup: a 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 for most mainstream models and a larger 2.0-liter turbo for its sportier variants. Availability varies by trim level and market, and some models offer tuned versions of the 1.5L turbo (such as in Si), while the 2.0L turbo powers the Civic Type R and select high-performance variants of other models.
Turbocharged engines in mainstream Honda models
The following Honda models are equipped with turbocharged engines across many of their trims in the United States. This overview focuses on the engines most buyers encounter in daily driving.
- Honda Civic — standard 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 across most trims; a performance-tuned version of the same 1.5L turbo powers the Civic Si, while the Civic Type R uses a larger 2.0-liter turbo for higher output.
- Honda Accord — 1.5-liter turbo available on base and mid trims; 2.0-liter turbo offered on higher trims for added performance.
- Honda CR-V — 1.5-liter turbo standard across most trim levels, delivering a blend of efficiency and practicality.
- Honda HR-V — 1.5-liter turbo engine available in many trims, aligning with Honda’s small-SUV efficiency strategy.
These mainstream models show Honda’s approach to using turbo technology to boost power without sacrificing fuel economy, with the smallest turbo engines paired to compact cars and SUVs for broad suitability.
Performance-tuned turbo Honda models
In addition to the mainstream turbo models, Honda maintains dedicated high-performance variants that rely on turbocharged powertrains tuned for sharper acceleration and handling.
- Civic Si — turbocharged 1.5-liter engine tuned for sportier response and higher output than standard Civics, paired with a manual or available sport-oriented drivetrain characteristics.
- Civic Type R — turbocharged 2.0-liter engine delivering the highest output in the current Honda lineup, engineered for peak performance tuning and track-capability style.
Performance-focused turbo models emphasize sportier driving dynamics, with the Si offering a more accessible performance experience and the Type R representing Honda’s top-end turbo capability for enthusiasts.
Notes on market availability and trims
Engine availability and exact horsepower figures can vary by model year, trim, and regional market. Honda has continued to refine turbo offerings, sometimes changing which trims receive the 1.5L versus 2.0L turbo engines or adjusting tuning between generations. Always check the current model’s specifications for the precise turbo configuration in your area.
Summary
In short, most current Honda models with turbocharged engines include the Civic, Accord, CR-V, and HR-V, using a 1.5-liter turbo as the backbone for everyday efficiency and performance. For higher performance, Honda offers the Si (1.5L turbo tuned for sport) and the Type R (2.0L turbo) as the brand’s standout turbocharged models. The lineup illustrates Honda’s strategy of expanding turbo technology from mainstream mobility to dedicated performance engineering.
