Honda Civic Maintenance Costs
A Honda Civic will cost about $5,620 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This beats the industry average for popular sedan models by $341. There is also a 15.57% chance that a Civic will require a major repair during that time. This is 1.24% better than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
An extended warranty is optional but recommended.
$1,800
Cost of maintenance/repair in the first five years.
This is less than the industry average for popular Sedan models by $5,621.
5%
Chance that this car will need a major repair in its first five years.
This is 16% better than similar vehicles in this segment.
Warranty Score:
Honda Civic
A higher score reflects a more reliable car, meaning the likelihood and cost of repairs is lower.
This value is determined by the cost of maintenance and the likelihood of repair values.
Get QuoteHonda Civic Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.61% | $236 |
| 2 | 2.66% | $275 |
| 3 | 2.99% | $336 |
| 4 | 5.28% | $435 |
| 5 | 7.56% | $516 |
| 6 | 8.50% | $645 |
| 7 | 9.17% | $744 |
| 8 | 11.86% | $782 |
| 9 | 13.10% | $808 |
| 10 | 15.57% | $843 |
| 11 | 24.11% | $893 |
| 12 | 30.00% | $971 |
Honda Civic Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 7,500 | Replace Engine Oil, Rotate Tires |
| 15,000 | Replace Engine Oil, Rotate Tires, Replace Engine Oil Filter, Inspect Front and Rear Brakes, Check Parking Brake Adjustment, Inspect Tie Rods/Steering Gearbox and Boots, Inspect Suspension Components, Inspect Driveshaft Boots, Inspect Brake Hoses and Lines, Check all Fluid Levels/Conditions/Leaks, Inspect Cooling System Hoses and Connections, Inspect Exhaust System, Inspect Fuel Lines and Connections |
| 22,500 | Replace Engine Oil, Rotate Tires |
| 30,000 | Check valve clearance, Replace Engine Oil Filter, Inspect Front and Rear Brakes, Check Parking Brake Adjustment, Inspect Tie Rods/Steering Gearbox and Boots, Inspect Suspension Components, Inspect Driveshaft Boots, Inspect Brake Hoses and Lines, Check all Fluid Levels/Conditions/Leaks, Inspect Cooling System Hoses and Connections, Inspect Exhaust System, Inspect Fuel Lines and Connections, Replace Air Cleaner Element, Replace Spark Plugs, Inspect and Adjust Drive Belts |
| 37,500 | Replace Engine Oil, Rotate Tires |
| 45,000 | Replace coolant and brake fluid, Replace Engine Oil Filter, Inspect Front and Rear Brakes, Check Parking Brake Adjustment, Inspect Tie Rods/Steering Gearbox and Boots, Inspect Suspension Components, Inspect Driveshaft Boots, Inspect Brake Hoses and Lines, Check all Fluid Levels/Conditions/Leaks, Inspect Cooling System Hoses and Connections, Inspect Exhaust System, Inspect Fuel Lines and Connections |
| 52,000 | Replace Engine Oil, Rotate Tires |
| 60,000 | Replace Engine Oil, Rotate Tires, Replace Engine Oil Filter, Inspect Front and Rear Brakes, Check Parking Brake Adjustment, Inspect Tie Rods/Steering Gearbox and Boots, Inspect Suspension Components, Inspect Driveshaft Boots, Inspect Brake Hoses and Lines, Check all Fluid Levels/Conditions/Leaks, Inspect Cooling System Hoses and Connections, Inspect Exhaust System, Inspect Fuel Lines and Connections, Replace Air Cleaner Element, Replace Spark Plugs, Inspect and Adjust Drive Belts |
| 67,500 | Replace Engine Oil, Rotate Tires |
| 75,000 | Replace coolant and brake fluid, Replace Engine Oil Filter, Inspect Front and Rear Brakes, Check Parking Brake Adjustment, Inspect Tie Rods/Steering Gearbox and Boots, Inspect Suspension Components, Inspect Driveshaft Boots, Inspect Brake Hoses and Lines, Check all Fluid Levels/Conditions/Leaks, Inspect Cooling System Hoses and Connections, Inspect Exhaust System, Inspect Fuel Lines and Connections |
| 82,500 | Replace Engine Oil, Rotate Tires |
| 90,000 | Replace brake fluid, replace transmission fluid, Replace Engine Oil Filter, Inspect Front and Rear Brakes, Check Parking Brake Adjustment, Inspect Tie Rods/Steering Gearbox and Boots, Inspect Suspension Components, Inspect Driveshaft Boots, Inspect Brake Hoses and Lines, Check all Fluid Levels/Conditions/Leaks, Inspect Cooling System Hoses and Connections, Inspect Exhaust System, Inspect Fuel Lines and Connections, Replace Air Cleaner Element, Replace Spark Plugs, Inspect and Adjust Drive Belts |
| 97,500 | Replace Engine Oil, Rotate Tires |
| 105,000 | Replace brake fluid, replace transmission fluid, Replace Engine Oil Filter, Inspect Front and Rear Brakes, Check Parking Brake Adjustment, Inspect Tie Rods/Steering Gearbox and Boots, Inspect Suspension Components, Inspect Driveshaft Boots, Inspect Brake Hoses and Lines, Check all Fluid Levels/Conditions/Leaks, Inspect Cooling System Hoses and Connections, Inspect Exhaust System, Inspect Fuel Lines and Connections |
| 112,500 | Replace Engine Oil, Rotate Tires |
| 120,000 | Replace Engine Oil, Rotate Tires, Replace Engine Oil Filter, Inspect Front and Rear Brakes, Check Parking Brake Adjustment, Inspect Tie Rods/Steering Gearbox and Boots, Inspect Suspension Components, Inspect Driveshaft Boots, Inspect Brake Hoses and Lines, Check all Fluid Levels/Conditions/Leaks, Inspect Cooling System Hoses and Connections, Inspect Exhaust System, Inspect Fuel Lines and Connections, Replace Air Cleaner Element, Replace Spark Plugs, Inspect and Adjust Drive Belts |
What About Honda Civic Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a Honda Civic is about $2,319 per year. This adds up to around $11,595 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a Honda Civic. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
Honda Civic Maintenance Rankings
We've ranked over 200 models from best to worst for Maintenance. See where the Honda Civic ranks for Maintenance compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the Civic stacks up in our rankings for Depreciation, Insurance and Overall Costs.
Other Honda Civic Costs of Ownership
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$11,494
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$5,615
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