2018 Honda Civic Depreciation
A 8-year-old 2018 Honda Civic has lost about 29.1% of its roughly $21,340 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $17,259, with most listings between $14,666 and $20,990. Listed examples average 87,696 miles.
2018 Honda Civic Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2018 Honda Civic Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Under 30k mi | $22,844 | 8 |
| 30k–50k mi | $20,933 | 26 |
| 50k–75k mi | $19,805 | 64 |
| 75k–100k mi | $18,035 | 76 |
| 100k–130k mi | $16,246 | 57 |
| Over 130k mi | $12,897 | 27 |
What's a Good Price for a 2018 Honda Civic?
Great deal
Under $15,998
Typical
$15,998–$19,990
Overpriced
Above $19,990
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 258 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $15,998 and $19,990, with a median of $17,993.
Ownership & Condition
Across 258 2018 Honda Civic listings.
Accident-free
100%
One-owner
0%
Avg owners
2
Personal use
100%
2018 Honda Civic Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
34 MPG
City / Hwy
30 / 39
Fuel / year
$1,850
Fuel
Regular
Engine
2.0L 4-cyl
EPA class
Compact Cars
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2018 Honda Civic trim holds its value.
| Trim | Fuel | MSRP | Median Resale | Depreciation | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type R Touring | Gasoline | $26,800 | $32,985 | 0.0% | 7 |
| LX-P | Gasoline | $19,740 | $15,378 | 24.3% | 5 |
| EX w/Honda Sensing | Gasoline | $21,340 | $18,694 | 24.7% | 5 |
| EX | Gasoline | $21,340 | $17,559 | 26.4% | 40 |
| LX | Gasoline | $19,740 | $15,999 | 27.7% | 61 |
| Si | Gasoline | $24,100 | $18,259 | 29.4% | 18 |
| Sport | Gasoline | $22,550 | $17,221 | 29.9% | 15 |
| Sport Touring | Gasoline | $28,750 | $19,993 | 32.3% | 6 |
| EX-T | Gasoline | $22,500 | $17,386 | 33.1% | 23 |
| EX-L | Gasoline | $25,000 | $17,075 | 34.0% | 11 |
| Touring | Gasoline | $26,800 | $18,708 | 36.1% | 6 |
How the 2018 Honda Civic Compares to Other Years
At 29.1% depreciation, the 2018 Honda Civic sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2019 has lost 22.8% (around $18,533), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $1,274 more. The older 2017 sits at 34.0% (around $15,903), so dropping back a year saves about $1,356. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.
Safety Ratings
NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2018 Honda Civic.
Known Issues & Complaints
601 NHTSA complaints, 6 recalls reported.
STEERING
225 complaintsThe electric power steering (EPS) system failed/malfunctioned this past week. When going over 35 mph my steering wheel would become "knotchy/jerky" and lock up and be difficult to turn. As a result, I took it to Honda to which they stated m
FUEL SYSTEM
88 complaintsThe contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated that she was informed at the State inspection that the vehicle had failed inspection due to the recall of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000(Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
85 complaintsPaint job on this vehicle is awful 3+ yrs ago it started peeling and flaking off now there is no paint on my side mirrors Contacted Honda just to be ignored
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
50 complaintsHonda issued a recall for the fuel pump system. Initially, when the recall came out, I contacted them about the recall they stated that the parts were on back order and they had a waiting list of people who were supposed to be serviced firs
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
39 complaintsHONDA RECALL THE 2018 CIVIC FOR AC COMPRESSOR SHAFT SEAL AND THE DEALER REPAIR THE AC SYSTEM 3 TIMES AND THE PROBLEM WAS NOT FIX. ALSO HAS A RECALL FOR A FUEL PUMP MOTOR BUT IM NOT SURE IS WAS CORRECT IT FOR THE OLD OWNER.
ENGINE
28 complaints1.Component or System Failure: •What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? •The air conditioning (AC) system in my 2018 Honda Civic has malfunctioned. Initially, the AC compressor fail
Top Issues
- STEERING
- FUEL SYSTEM
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 20V314000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE): Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V,
- !Recall 18V421000 (EQUIPMENT): Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018 Honda Civic vehicles. The manufacturing date area of the certification labels may have random characters which can affect
- !Recall 18V663000 (STEERING): Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power ste
- !Recall 18V817000 (EQUIPMENT): Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic Hatchback and Civic Type R vehicles. The owners guide in these vehicles may not have been included or if
2018 Honda Civic Listings
Real 2018 Civic listings on the market now.
$23,990
2018 Sport Touring · Silver
47,071 mi · Indianapolis, IN
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$22,990
2018 LX · Gray
5,207 mi
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$24,590
2018 EX-L · Gray
29,608 mi
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$23,990
2018 Touring · White
31,288 mi
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$20,590
2018 LX · Black
40,052 mi
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$20,590
2018 LX · Blue
43,635 mi
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2018 Honda Civic worth?
A 2018 Honda Civic is typically worth around $17,259, with most listings falling between $14,666 and $20,990. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 87,696 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.
How much has the 2018 Honda Civic depreciated?
The 2018 Honda Civic has lost about 29.1% of its original $21,340 base MSRP — roughly $6,210 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.
How many miles does a used 2018 Civic have?
Listed 2018 Civics average about 87,696 miles, with most between 52,679 and 119,799. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.
What is a good price for a 2018 Honda Civic?
For a 2018 Honda Civic, anything under $15,998 is a strong deal, $15,998 to $19,990 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $19,990 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.
Methodology
Figures for the 2018 Honda Civic are computed from 199 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.