The 2019 Honda Civic EX has 174 horsepower.
This article explains that figure in context—what that horsepower means for the EX, the engine behind it, and how it compares with other Civic trims from the same model year.
Engine and Power Output
The EX relies on a 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 that delivers 174 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque, typically paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) in the EX configuration.
That horsepower puts the EX above the base LX’s naturally aspirated 2.0-liter option (158 hp) and aligns it with the higher-end trims that use the same 1.5-liter turbo engine for 174 hp in the U.S. market.
Performance context and comparisons
horsepower is one metric of performance. In everyday driving, the 174 hp from the Civic EX’s turbocharged engine provides brisk acceleration for city commuting and highway merging while still delivering efficient fuel economy compared with larger, heavier engines.
At a glance: 2019 Civic EX vs. other Civic trims (US market)
Here is a quick snapshot of horsepower across key trims to show how the EX fits into the lineup.
- LX: 2.0L naturally aspirated engine producing 158 hp
- EX: 1.5L turbo producing 174 hp
- EX-L and Touring: share the 1.5L turbo with 174 hp
- Si: 205 hp (distinct performance model; not part of the EX line)
Note: The 2019 Civic Si is a separate, higher-performance variant with more power; the EX, EX-L, and Touring trims use the same 1.5L turbo engine for 174 hp in the U.S. market.
Summary
In short, the 2019 Honda Civic EX has 174 horsepower, produced by a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine and typically paired with a CVT. This power rating places the EX above the LX’s 158 hp while sharing the same engine as the EX-L and Touring for that model year in the United States. Market-specific figures can vary outside the U.S.