The Honda Civic is a sedan that has been on the market since 1972 or so. Honda has a long history of reliability with its cars, trucks, and SUVs. The best used Honda Civic years are pretty easy to come by, but there is one year worth skipping over.

2019 is one of the best used Honda Civic years to look for

Consumer Reports has ratings for the Civic all the way back to 2000. The 2019 Honda Civic received the “green choice” accolade, thanks to its owner-reported 32 mpg. It also has high scores for reliability and owner satisfaction. The reliability trouble spots, such as the engine, transmission, and drive system, received high marks.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) didn’t give the reliable Honda Civic an overall rating, but it received the highest score of “good” on all crashworthiness tests. You might be able to find a good deal on a Certified Pre-Owned Civic through the brand’s HondaTrue program.

Average Retail Price: $20,500 – $38,350

One of the best used Honda Civic years is also 2014

The Honda Civic had a good reliability run starting in 2011. The 2014 Civic had high marks for reliability and owner satisfaction. It still managed to get 32 mpg overall, which is respectable for an eight-year-old sedan. Consumer Reports says the Honda Civic has an efficient and responsive drivetrain and a roomy cabin this year.

The IIHS gave the 2014 Civic the Top Safety Pick award. On the crashworthiness tests, the vehicle received top scores. In 2014, it still had essential safety features like daytime running lights, traction control, and anti-lock brakes.

Average Retail Price: $13,000 – $17,650

Avoid the 2018 Honda sedan if at all possible

The 2018 Honda Civic isn’t the worst vehicle out there, but it isn’t known for its reliability. From 2016 until 2018, the Civic was having more issues than usual. Areas like the climate system, brakes, and engine were noted as problems. However, it still received the “green choice” accolade for its fuel economy. That worked out to 32 mpg overall, 21 mpg in the city, and 45 mpg on the highway.

The IIHS gave the 2018 Honda sedan “good” scores on all of its tests. These tests include the front impact, side crash, and roof crush. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave the Civic five stars on the overall crash test rating. All of the tests received the same high scores.

Average Retail Price: $18,625 – $36,575

There is a reason the Civic is a best-seller year after year. If buyers are looking for a safe and reliable sedan, Honda has that covered. These are some of the best used Honda Civic years in recent history, which shouldn’t be hard to find. Don’t be afraid to search outside your immediate area if you can’t find any good deals nearby. Most dealerships will ship a vehicle to you for a small fee.