A 2018 Honda Civic Sedan speeding on a road

2018 Honda Civic Sedan LX vs EX

When shopping for a new sedan, it’s important to find the model and trim level that best suits your needs and desires. In the case of the 2018 Honda Civic Sedan, drivers have 8 trims to choose from. Below, we will walk through some of the key differences and similarities between the Civic LX and EX trims.

How do the Honda Civic Sedan LX and EX trims compare to one another?

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central display screen in 2018 Honda Civic Sedan

Similarities

In addition to being equipped with the same engine, the LX and EX trims of the 2018 Civic Sedan have multiple other similarities. These include:

  • Projector-beam halogen headlights with auto-on/off
  • Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ integration
  • Heated front seats
  • Multi-angle rearview camera
  • 2 USB connectors
  • Bluetooth® streaming audio

front sensors on 2018 Honda Civic Sedan with safety features

Differences

Despite their similarities, these two trim levels have quite a few unique elements as well. As you can see from the chart above, the LX comes standard with a 6-speed manual transmission, while the EX has a CVT. Drivers can also choose to upgrade to CVT on the Civic LX. Each model has a distinct wheel type as well as different climate control systems. Another big difference to be aware of is the safety and driver assisted technology features that come with the Civic EX but are unavailable on the LX trim. These include Collision Mitigation Braking System™, Road Departure Mitigation system, Lane Departure Warning system, Adaptive Cruise Control, Honda LaneWatch™ blind spot display, and others.

 

If you’d like to experience the 2018 Honda Civic Sedan LX and EX (and other trims) firsthand, we invite you to check out our current inventory here at Steele Honda and schedule a time to get behind the wheel at your convenience.