The 2013 Honda Civic hits the sweet spot for handling, comfort, performance, and standard equipment. Even though the 9th-generation Civic debuted in the 2012 model year, the latest version is far from being a static rendering. The 2013 front wheel drive Civic showcases a re- vamped suspension and steering set-up as well as a new hood and a new trunk lid. Civic’s standard equipment roster adds several features, including temperature gauge, steering wheel audio controls, rearview camera, Bluetooth Audio, Bluetooth HandsFree Link, interfaces for Pandora and USB/iPod, and SMS text message capability.

A 1.8-liter 4-cylinder provides the four-door with 140 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 128 pounds- feet of torque at 4300 rpm. Complimenting that spunky engine is quicker steering response (14.89 steering ratio and 2.87 wheel turns lock-to-lock versus the 2012 model’s 16.1 steering ratio and 3.1 wheel turns lock-to-lock). The 103.2-inch wheelbase Civic’s ride/handling temperament shows a more settled disposition courtesy of various front and rear suspension modifications for the 2013 model year. Estimated mpg for the Civic EX-L sedan with 5-speed automatic transmission are 28 city and 39 highway. MSRP of the 2013 Civic EX-L with navigation is $23,765.