The tenth-generation Civic is based on the all-new Honda compact global platform. The sedan model was first unveiled in September 2015, for the 2016 model year. The tenth-generation Civic features a new fastback exterior design, with the rear C-pillar flowing into the tailgate. The front of the car features a new chrome wing design that flows across the top of the headlamps. For the 2020 model year, Honda expanded the availability of Civic’s optional six-speed manual transmission to include the hatchback’s top Sport Touring trim. Civic variants include sedan, coupe, five-door hatchback, Si trims, and Type-R models.

The interior of the new Civic likewise features major design changes. Unlike the split bi-level speedometer and tachometer of its predecessor, the EX and above trim levels of the tenth generation Civic consolidates these instruments into a fully customizable, all-digital “Driver Information Interface” incorporating a 7-inch LCD screen positioned directly behind the steering wheel and in the driver’s line of sight. The LX trim instrumentation consists of a large analog tachometer that surrounds a digital speedometer and other digital displays. Honda claims the tenth generation Civic Si trim (which is the eighth generation of Civic to offer a Si trim level) reaches 60 mph from 0 mph in 7.0 seconds, though Car and Driver was able to bring a 2017 Civic Si Coupe to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds.