Honda is one of the most prominent automotive brands globally, offering a diverse range of reliable and fuel-efficient vehicle models. Since launching its first mass-produced passenger car in 1972, the Honda Civic, the company has expanded its lineup to include sedans, hatchbacks, crossovers, SUVs, minivans, trucks and electrified variants.
This article provides an in-depth look at Honda‘s current vehicle models, highlighting key features, performance specs and pricing information.
Overview of Honda Vehicle Categories
Honda divides its vehicle offerings into seven categories:
- Sedans – Compact to midsize 4-door cars like the Civic, Accord and Insight
- Hatchbacks – Versatile compact cars like the Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R
- Crossovers – Smaller SUVs built on car platforms e.g. HR-V, CR-V
- SUVs – Traditional body-on-frame SUVs including the Passport and Pilot
- Minivans – Family-focused vans like the Odyssey
- Trucks – Pickup trucks such as the Ridgeline
- Electrified – Hybrid and fully electric vehicles like the Accord Hybrid
Below we explore each vehicle category in more depth.
Honda Sedans
Sedans make up a large part of Honda‘s lineup, led by longstanding nameplates like the Civic and Accord.
Honda Civic
The Honda Civic is one of the world‘s most popular compact cars, known for its reliability, efficiency and value. Now in its 11th generation, the Civic comes in multiple body styles with a choice of powertrains.
The Civic Sedan seats five passengers and is available in LX, Sport, EX and Touring trims starting from $22,550. Two four-cylinder engines are offered: a naturally aspirated 2.0L (158 hp) in lower trims and a turbocharged 1.5L (180 hp) in higher trims. Fuel economy ranges from 30 mpg city/37 mpg highway (LX) to 31/40 mpg (Touring).
Meanwhile, the racy Civic Si ($28,100) packs a turbo 1.5L making 200 hp, plus sport-tuned handling. Fuel economy is slightly lower at 27/37 mpg.
Honda Accord
Slotting above the Civic, the midsize Honda Accord competes with the Toyota Camry and Hyundai Sonata. The 5-passenger Accordcomes in LX, Sport, EX-L and Touring trims ranging from $27,280 to $37,060.
Two four-cylinder engines are offered: a 1.5L turbo (192 hp) in lower trims and a hybridized 2.0L (204 hp) in higher hybrid-only trims. Fuel figures span 29/37 mpg (LX) to 44/41 mpg (Touring Hybrid).
Honda Insight
The Honda Insight is an affordable compact hybrid sedan competing with the Toyota Prius. It seats five passengers and comes well-equipped in a single trim from $25,795. Power comes from a 1.5L four-cylinder engine supplemented by an electric motor for a total hybrid output of 151 hp. Fuel economy is an impressive 55/49 mpg.
Honda Hatchbacks
Alongside sedans, Honda produces sporty hatchback models led by the iconic Civic.
Honda Civic Hatchback
Closely related to the Civic Sedan, the Civic Hatchback prioritizes cargo utility in its 5-door design. The Civic Hatch comes in LX, Sport, EX-L and Sport Touring trims priced from $24,595 featuring the same engine options: a 158 hp 2.0L or 180 hp turbo 1.5L. Fuel figures span 29/37 to 33/42 mpg.
Honda Civic Type R
The pinnacle of the Civic lineup is the high-performance Civic Type R hot hatch, renowned for its racetrack capabilities. The latest FK8 generation model packs a turbo 2.0L engine tuned to 315 hp while managing 22/28 mpg. Pricing starts at $43,995 for this motorsports-bred hatchback.
Honda Crossovers
Crossovers meld car underpinnings with SUV design cues. Honda‘s lineup ranges from the subcompact HR-V to the midsize Passport.
Honda HR-V
The Honda HR-V is a subcompact crossover SUV competing with the Hyundai Kona and Kia Seltos. The 5-seat HR-V spans LX, Sport and EX-L trims from $23,260 featuring one powertrain: a 141 hp 1.8L four-cylinder with front- or all-wheel drive. Fuel economy reaches 28 mpg city and 34 highway.
Honda CR-V
The popular Honda CR-V compact crossover offers family-friendly utility. Spanning LX, EX, EX-L and Touring trims ($26,800 to $36,700), it comes with one of two engines: a 190 hp turbo 1.5L or 212 hp hybrid powertrain. Fuel figures range from 28/34 mpg (LX) to 40/35 mpg (Hybrid Touring).
Honda Passport
Slotting between the CR-V and Pilot, the midsize 5-seat Passport crossover SUV comes in EX-L, TrailSport and Elite trims ($39,095 to $45,025). Each trim shares a 280 hp 3.5L V6 engine and intelligent all-wheel drive system while fuel economy is rated at 19/24 mpg.
Honda SUVs
With their body-on-frame construction, Honda‘s SUVs prioritize hauling and trailworthiness over driving dynamics.
Honda Pilot
Honda‘s family-focused SUV, the Pilot offers three-row seating for up to 8 passengers. The midsize Pilot comprises LX, EX-L, TrailSport, Touring and Elite trims spanning $35,245 to $51,665. Each shares a 280 hp 3.5L V6 paired with a 9 or 10-speed automatic transmission plus available all-wheel drive. Fuel economy comes in at 19/26 mpg.
Honda Odyssey
As Honda‘s sole minivan, the venerable Odyssey emphasizes passenger and cargo room above all. Offered in EX, EX-L, Touring and Elite trims from $33,040 to $49,190, this 8-seat van comes with a 280 hp 3.5L V6, 10-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. Fuel economy is rated at 19 mpg city and 28 highway.
Honda Ridgeline
Unlike traditional body-on-frame pickup trucks, Honda‘s unibody Ridgeline blurring the lines between trucks and crossovers. Offered in Sport, RTL, RTL-E and HPD trim levels from $39,635 to $46,105, the 5-seat Ridgeline comes exclusively with a 280 hp 3.5L V6, 9-speed automatic and standard AWD. It returns 18/24 mpg while towing up to 5,000 pounds.
Honda Hybrid and Electric Cars
Honda currently offers two hybridized cars in addition to the upcoming Prologue EV SUV in 2024.
Honda Accord Hybrid
As detailed earlier, the midsize Accord sedan offers four hybridized trims using a 2.0L four-cylinder paired with an electric motor for a total system output of 212 hp. The most efficient Accord Hybrid model achieves 48 mpg city and 47 highway.
Honda Insight
Also covered previously, the compact Insight sedan comes exclusively as an affordable hybrid using a 1.5L four-cylinder engine supplemented by an electric motor. Total system output is 151 hp for this dedicated 51/45 mpg hybrid model.
Honda Prologue
Arriving in 2024, the Honda Prologue will be Honda‘s first fully-electric SUV model. Co-developed with GM, the 5-seat Prologue promises 300+ miles of range from its Ultium battery pack. Further technical specifications remain unannounced.
Conclusion
From best-selling sedans like the Civic to family-focused vehicles like the Odyssey minivan and Pilot SUV, Honda‘s diverse vehicle lineup offers reliable and fuel-efficient models suitable for most driving needs. And with hybrids already here plus new EVs around the corner, Honda continues pushing propulsion boundaries as well.
