The Honda Civic has been a mainstay of the small car landscape for more than 50 years.

Now, in its 11th generation, it plays a different role for the Japanese brand than it once did, transitioning from a no-frills and affordable entry model into an ultra-efficient alternative to base-level luxury hatchbacks.
It’s an interesting repositioning for one of Honda’s keystone, volume-selling models, and yet it seems entirely logical considering the rising tide of compact SUVs that have taken its place as the default choice for budget-conscious Australian families.
So, where does that leave the…


