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2012 Honda Civic MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2012 Honda Civic MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2012 Honda Civic reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2012 Honda Civic MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 25 to 44 mpg across 6 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cylinderAutomatic 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 28 mpg | 38 mpg | 31 mpg | $2,000 | 286.6774193548387 g/mi |
| 1.8L 4-cylinderManual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 28 mpg | 35 mpg | 31 mpg | $2,000 | 286.6774193548387 g/mi |
| 2.4L 4-cylinderManual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Premium Gasoline | 22 mpg | 31 mpg | 25 mpg | $3,050 | 355.48 g/mi |
| 1.8L 4-cylinderAutomatic 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 28 mpg | 39 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,900 | 277.71875 g/mi |
| 1.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 43 mpg | 44 mpg | 44 mpg | $1,400 | 201.97727272727272 g/mi |
| 1.8L 4-cylinderAutomatic 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Natural Gas | 27 mpg | 38 mpg | 31 mpg | $1,450 | 226.7741935483871 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2012 Honda Civic annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 1.8L 4-cylinder, Automatic 5-spd, Front-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile.
2012 Honda Civic recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 3 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
STEERING:COLUMN · 12V548000
Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Civic passenger vehicles, manufactured from October 26, 2012, through October 30, 2012. These vehicles were assembled with the incorrect steering column assembly.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering column, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 10, 2012. Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS · 11V288000
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CIVIC 2-DOOR AND 4-DOOR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 21, 2011, THROUGH MAY 2, 2011. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT AN O-RING, WHICH SEALS A CONNECTION IN THE FUEL FEED LINE, IS MISALIGNED. IF THE O-RING IS MISALIGNED, A SMALL FUEL LEAK MAY OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FEED LINE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · 12V256000
HONDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 HONDA CIVIC VEHICLES. DURING ASSEMBLY, THE PROCESS REQUIRED TO SEAT THE DRIVERS SIDE DRIVESHAFT AND SET THE RETAINING CLIP WAS NOT COMPLETED. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVESHAFT MAY SEPARATE.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver's side driveshaft and install a new driveshaft as needed, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 21. 2012. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-800-999-1009.
2012 Honda Civic NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Honda Civic 2 DR FWD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| 2012 Honda Civic 4 DR FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2012 Honda Civic gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 25 to 44 mpg across 6 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
Are these real-world MPG figures for the Civic?
These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
Does the 2012 Honda Civic have recalls?
NHTSA returned 3 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Last updated