Honda Civic battery size
No photo for this year yet: we only show a photo of the matching generation.
All verified years: Group 51 (2001–2005) · Group 51R (2002–2015) · Group 151R (2006–2015)
| Years | Engine / version | Group size | Min. CCA | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2015 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Group 51R | 410 | – |
| 2014–2015 | 2.4L 4-cyl (Si) | Group 51R | 410 | – |
| 2012–2015 | 1.5L Hybrid | Group 151R | 340 | – |
| 2013 | 1.8L 4-cylUS | Group 51R | 310 | – |
| 2012–2013 | 2.4L 4-cyl (Si)US | Group 51R | 310 | – |
| 2012 | 1.8L 4-cylUS | Group 51R | – | – |
| 2008–2011 | 1.8L 4-cylUS | Group 51R | 310 | – |
| 2008–2011 | 2.0L 4-cyl (Si)US | Group 51R | 310 | – |
| 2006–2011 | 1.3L Hybrid | Group 151R | 340 | – |
| 2007 | 2.0L 4-cyl (Si) | Group 51R | 440 | – |
| 2006–2007 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Group 51R | 435 | – |
| 2002–2006 | 2.0L 4-cyl (Si) | Group 51R | 435 | – |
| 2001–2005 | 1.7L 4-cyl | Group 51 | 410 | – |
– = not specified in our sources (hover for details): match the CCA or type on the battery in your car now. Last verified 2026-10-19; sources are listed below.
Check your car first
- 2012–2015 1.5L Hybrid: Group 151R (not 51R).
- 2012 1.8L 4-cyl, US: Both sources agree on Group 51R. Mopar's guide lists both 310 and 410 CCA for 2012, so we don't show one.
- 2006–2011 1.3L Hybrid: Group 151R (not 51R).
- 2001–2005 1.7L 4-cyl: Group 51 (not 51R).
- Some rows depend on trim or equipment (see the version column in the table). If you're not sure which applies, match the battery already in your car.
- Not shown yet: 2016+ (Mopar's guide lists Group 47/H5, Interstate's lists 51R; held back until settled), 2000 (Mopar warns some cars may have a reverse-terminal battery), 2003-2005 Hybrid (Interstate flags a fit check for its listed size), Canadian models.
Confirm in your owner's manual. Battery fitment can change with engine, trim, option packages, market (US vs. Canada) and mid-year production changes. Before you buy, check the label on the battery that's in your car now and your owner's manual.
Sources for each row
Full source list: 2021 Mopar Batteries Application Guide (BCI replacement data) (checked 2026-10-21) · Interstate Batteries Application Guide 2023 (2000-2023 model years) (checked 2026-10-21). We store facts and links only; we don't copy manuals or guides. How we check specs.
How to replace the battery
Tools: 10 mm wrench or socket (some hold-downs need 12 or 13 mm or an extension), gloves, eye protection, terminal brush. Time: about 15–30 minutes for an under-hood battery; longer if it's in the trunk or under a seat.
- Park, turn everything off and take the key or fob out of the car.
- Disconnect the negative (–) cable first, then the positive (+).
- Remove the hold-down and lift the battery out. Batteries are heavy (often 35–60 lb); lift with your legs.
- Clean the tray and cable ends. Set in the new battery with the posts on the same sides as the old one.
- Fit the hold-down, connect positive (+) first, then negative (–). Tighten until the clamps don't twist by hand.
- If your car has a vent tube on the battery (common for trunk or cabin batteries), reconnect it.
- Start the car. Some newer vehicles with a battery monitor need a reset or registration after a new battery. Your owner's manual explains it; a parts store or dealer can do it if needed.
Most parts stores take old batteries for recycling and usually refund a core charge.
Recalls for the Honda Civic (2001–2015)
NHTSA lists 51 recall campaigns across the years shown on this page (all components, not just batteries). Check your own car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V499000 | 2019-06-27 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 2001–2005 |
| 19V501000 | 2019-06-27 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 2001–2005 |
| 19V502000 | 2019-06-27 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 2006–2011 |
| 19V378000 | 2019-05-16 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 2006–2011 |
| 19V182000 | 2019-03-06 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 2001–2005 |
| 18V661000 | 2018-09-27 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 2010–2011 |
Most recent 6 shown. Source: NHTSA Recalls API (recallsByVehicle), snapshot 2026-10-21.
FAQ
What size battery does a Honda Civic take?
Verified sizes by year: Group 51 (2001–2005), Group 51R (2002–2015), Group 151R (2006–2015). The exact size depends on engine and options, so use the table above for your year.
Does the Honda Civic need an AGM battery?
Our sources don't list AGM as required for the verified years. If the battery in your car says AGM on the label, replace it with another AGM.
How many cold cranking amps (CCA) does a Honda Civic need?
Minimum ratings in our sources range from 310 to 440 CCA depending on year and engine. Buying a battery with the same or higher CCA in the correct group size is fine.
Why are some Civic years missing?
We only show years we could check against a manufacturer-grade source. Not shown yet: 2016+ (Mopar's guide lists Group 47/H5, Interstate's lists 51R; held back until settled), 2000 (Mopar warns some cars may have a reverse-terminal battery), 2003-2005 Hybrid (Interstate flags a fit check for its listed size), Canadian models.
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- Look up by VIN
NHTSA's vehicle database lists the Civic for model years 2000–2020 in the range we checked.
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