2027 Honda Civic Hatchback: Trims, Specs, and What's New
The 2027 Honda Civic Hatchback introduces two hybrid trims rated at 47 MPG combined, up significantly from the 34 MPG combined on the gas trim. Hybrid models deliver 200 total system horsepower, making them both the most efficient and the most powerful option in the lineup. This page covers every trim, spec, and feature change so you can find the right Civic Hatchback at Fowler Honda.
What's New for 2027
The biggest addition to the 2027 Civic Hatchback is a two-motor hybrid system offered across two new trims. Both hybrid trims are rated at 50 city / 44 highway / 47 combined MPG, representing a 38 percent improvement in combined fuel economy over the standard gas powertrain. Total system output for the hybrid rises to 200 horsepower, while the gas-only Sport trim produces 150 horsepower from its 2.0L Atkinson engine.
The Sport Touring Hybrid gains the most technology content of any trim in the lineup. It adds a 9-inch touchscreen, a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, Google Built-In with Google Gemini, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system with subwoofer, and a 4-Mode drive system that includes an Individual setting. Honda S+ Shift also debuts on the Sport Touring Hybrid, giving the driver manual control over deceleration and power delivery in a way the gas trim does not offer.
Across all trims, the 2027 Civic Hatchback carries over its full Honda Sensing suite as standard equipment, including Traffic Jam Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, and the Blind Spot Information System. Remote engine start is standard on every trim.
Trim Lineup
Sport
Sport is the entry point. It runs the 150-hp 2.0L Atkinson four-cylinder paired with a CVT, achieves 30 city / 38 highway / 34 combined MPG, and rides on 18-inch gloss black alloy wheels. The Sport includes a 7-inch touchscreen, an 8-speaker 180-watt audio system, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, and the full Honda Sensing safety suite. Eight exterior colors are available, including Boost Blue Pearl and Rallye Red.
Sport Hybrid
Sport Hybrid brings the two-motor hybrid system and 200 total system horsepower into the lineup above the Sport. It is rated at 50 city / 44 highway / 47 combined MPG. The Sport Hybrid adds a one-touch power moonroof, deceleration selectors for regenerative braking, and dual-zone automatic climate control. It uses an 18-inch gloss black alloy wheel matching the gas trim.
Sport Touring Hybrid
Sport Touring Hybrid sits at the top of the lineup. It adds a 9-inch touchscreen, a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, Google Built-In with Google Gemini, wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto, a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system with subwoofer, a wireless Qi phone charger, Honda S+ Shift, rain-sensing wipers, and a 4-Mode drive system with Individual mode. Wheels switch to 18-inch alloys with matte shark gray inserts. It is the only trim with Alexa Built-In and Wi-Fi hotspot capability. The Sport Touring Hybrid also includes leather-trimmed seats with heated fronts, an 8-way power-adjustable driver seat, and a 4-way power front passenger seat.
Performance and Powertrain
The Sport trim uses a 2.0L Atkinson Inline-4 DOHC with Dual-VTC and direct fuel injection producing 150 hp at 6,400 rpm and 133 lb-ft of torque. The CVT includes paddle shifters and offers three drive modes: Econ, Normal, and Sport. Fuel tank capacity is 12.4 gallons.
Hybrid trims (Sport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid) use the same 2.0L Atkinson base engine, but output from the combustion side is 141 hp at 6,000 rpm. An AC synchronous permanent-magnet electric motor adds 181 hp at 5,000-6,000 rpm and 232 lb-ft of torque from 0-2,000 rpm. Combined, the system produces 200 total system horsepower. The hybrid uses a direct-drive unit rather than a traditional CVT gear ratio range, and deceleration selectors give the driver control over regenerative braking intensity. Fuel tank capacity on hybrids is 10.6 gallons. All trims run on regular unleaded gasoline.
The chassis is shared across all trims, with a MacPherson strut front suspension, multi-link rear suspension, and variable-ratio electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering. Curb weight runs 2,976 lbs for the Sport and rises to 3,289 lbs for the Sport Touring Hybrid.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
All 2027 Civic Hatchback trims seat five passengers. The hatchback body delivers 24.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, and the 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback expands that space when needed. A reversible side-pull cargo cover is included standard.
Front legroom measures 42.3 inches across all trims. Rear legroom is 37.4 inches. The Sport trim has 39.3 inches of front headroom, while hybrid trims come in at 37.6 inches due to the moonroof housing. Shoulder room is 57.0 inches in front and 56.0 inches in the rear.
The Sport Touring Hybrid gains leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control, along with an automatic-dimming rearview mirror and rain-sensing wipers. The Sport Hybrid includes dual-zone automatic climate control. Red ambient lighting, sport pedals, and a black headliner are shared across all trims, keeping the interior tone consistent regardless of trim choice.
Technology and Infotainment
The Sport trim uses a 7-inch color touchscreen. The Sport Touring Hybrid steps up to a 9-inch screen, and that trim also gains a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster in place of the 7-inch TFT meter found on the other trims.
Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard on every trim. The Sport Touring Hybrid adds wireless connectivity for both. Google Built-In with Google Gemini is exclusive to the Sport Touring Hybrid and includes a 3-month unlimited data plan for in-vehicle apps. Alexa Built-In is also Sport Touring Hybrid exclusive.
HondaLink Connected Services and remote engine start are standard across the lineup. The Sport Touring Hybrid adds a wireless Qi phone charger and Wi-Fi hotspot capability. Audio steps from an 8-speaker 180-watt system on the Sport to a 12-speaker Bose premium system with subwoofer on the Sport Touring Hybrid.
Front USB-C ports with audio connectivity are standard on all trims. HD Radio is included on the Sport Touring Hybrid.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Honda Sensing is standard on every 2027 Civic Hatchback trim. The suite includes:
- Collision Mitigation Braking System with Forward Collision Warning
- Road Departure Mitigation System with Lane Departure Warning
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Traffic Jam Assist
- Traffic Sign Recognition
Auto High-Beam Headlights are standard across the lineup.
Blind Spot Information System with Rear Cross Traffic Monitor is standard on all trims. Parking sensors (4 front and 4 rear) are standard across the lineup, as are Low-Speed Braking Control and an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System on hybrid trims.
The airbag system includes advanced front airbags, front and rear side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, and side curtain airbags with rollover sensor. Vehicle Stability Assist with Traction Control, ABS, Brake Assist, and Electronic Brake Distribution are standard on all trims.
Who It's For and How It Compares to the Prior Year
Shoppers who prioritized the Civic Hatchback for its practicality now have a reason to look at the hybrid trims first. At 47 combined MPG, the Sport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid compete with dedicated hybrid commuter cars rather than just compact hatchbacks. The 200-hp system output also makes the hybrid the performance pick, not just the economy choice.
For buyers who want the simplest, lightest package, the Sport gas trim at 2,976 lbs still delivers a 34-combined-MPG car with the full Honda Sensing suite, remote start, paddle shifters, and an 8-speaker audio system. That is a complete car without stepping up.
Norman drivers who cover a lot of highway miles between Oklahoma City, Moore, and Midwest City will find the hybrid trims' 44 MPG highway rating meaningful over a year of driving. The Sport Touring Hybrid's Google Built-In, wireless charging, and Bose audio make it the choice for buyers who want a fully loaded compact that does not feel like a compromise.
Buyers coming from a 2025 or 2026 Civic Hatchback will notice the hybrid powertrain options as the primary new addition. The standard equipment baseline, body dimensions, and Honda Sensing content carry over, making this an evolutionary update built around the new hybrid system.
Shop the 2027 Civic Hatchback at Fowler Honda in Norman
Fowler Honda offers the available 2027 Civic Hatchback lineup, from the Sport gas trim to the Sport Touring Hybrid. If you are comparing MPG ratings or working out which tech features matter most, the team in Norman can walk you through every trim in person.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MPG on the 2027 Honda Civic Hatchback?
The Sport gas trim is rated at 30 city / 38 highway / 34 combined MPG. Hybrid trims (Sport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid) are rated at 50 city / 44 highway / 47 combined MPG.
Does the 2027 Civic Hatchback come in a hybrid?
Yes. Two hybrid trims are available: the Sport Hybrid and the Sport Touring Hybrid. Both use a two-motor hybrid system with 200 total system horsepower and are rated at 47 combined MPG.
How much cargo space does the 2027 Civic Hatchback have?
The 2027 Civic Hatchback offers 24.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row. The 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback expands that capacity when needed.
What safety features come standard on the 2027 Civic Hatchback?
Every trim includes the full Honda Sensing suite: Collision Mitigation Braking, Road Departure Mitigation, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Blind Spot Information System, Rear Cross Traffic Monitor, and Auto High-Beam Headlights.
What is the horsepower on the 2027 Civic Hatchback?
The Sport gas trim produces 150 hp. The Sport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid deliver 200 total system horsepower from a combined combustion and electric motor setup.
Does the 2027 Civic Hatchback have wireless Apple CarPlay?
Wireless Apple CarPlay is exclusive to the Sport Touring Hybrid. The Sport and Sport Hybrid both include wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard.
What is Google Built-In on the Sport Touring Hybrid?
Google Built-In with Google Gemini is an integrated voice and app system that runs directly through the car's 9-inch touchscreen. It includes a 3-month unlimited data plan for in-vehicle apps and does not require a tethered phone connection.
How many seats does the 2027 Civic Hatchback have?
All 2027 Civic Hatchback trims seat five passengers.
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