Independent vehicle analysis — no dealer commissions
82
out of 100
ClearCar Score Breakdown
Reliability
9.0
Resale Value
8.0
Insurance Cost
8.0
Ownership Cost
8.0
Our Verdict
The 2020 Honda Civic is a strong buy in today's market.
2026 Market Alert: With 54.1% value retention, this vehicle is depreciating at a normal rate. In a market downturn, expect faster drops — negotiate accordingly.
Estimated Annual Ownership Costs
Insurance
$1,700 — $2,400
Maintenance
$400 — $750
Estimated Market Value
$12,974
MSRP (New)
$24,000
Vehicle Details
Year
2020
Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Segment
Sedan Midsize
Age
6 years
Value Retention
54.1%
5yr Brand Retention
63.0%
Reliability Score
9.0/10
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