2020 Honda Civic Specs
The 2020 Civic sedan comes with a 158 hp 2.0L four-cylinder (LX, Sport) with a 6-speed manual or CVT, or a 174 hp 1.5L turbo (EX and up) with a CVT, and is EPA-rated at up to 36 mpg combined.
2 versions · 10th gen · Updated Oct 2026
- Oil capacity
- 3.7–4.4 qt
- by version ↓
- Tire size
- 16–17″
- by version ↓
- MPG combined
- 33–36 mpg
Versions #versions
Compare versions #compare
| 2.0L | 1.5L Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 158 hp | 174 hp |
| Torque | 138 lb-ft | 162 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual / CVT | CVT |
| Oil capacity | 4.4 qt | 3.7 qt |
| Tire size | 215/55R16 | 215/50R17 |
| MPG combined | 33 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Curb weight | 2,762 lb | 2,917 lb |
Recalls #recalls
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Seat weight sensor may cause unintended air bag deployment
NHTSA 26V332000 · May 21, 2026 · Passenger seat weight sensor
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can make the air bags deploy unintentionally in a crash.
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Passenger air bag may not be switched off
NHTSA 24V064000 · Feb 1, 2024 · Passenger seat weight sensor
The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, so the passenger air bag may not be suppressed when it should be.
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Fuel pump may fail
NHTSA 23V858000 · Dec 18, 2023 · Fuel pump
The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
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Master cylinder may separate from the brake booster
NHTSA 23V458000 · Jun 29, 2023 · Brake master cylinder
The fastener joining the brake booster and master cylinder may be assembled incorrectly, so the master cylinder can separate from the booster.
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Low-pressure fuel pump may fail
NHTSA 21V215000 · Mar 25, 2021 · Fuel pump
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, which can stall the engine while driving.
FAQ
What is the lug nut torque on a 2020 Honda Civic?
Honda specifies 80 lb-ft (108 N·m) for the wheel nuts.
How big is the gas tank on a 2020 Civic sedan?
12.4 gallons.
Sources: 2020 Honda Civic Sedan Owner's Manual, 2020 Honda Civic Sedan Specifications & Features (Honda News), EPA fueleconomy.gov, NHTSA recalls. Updated Oct 2026.