The Honda Civic has just been crowned, for the 23rd consecutive year, as the best-selling car in Canada. This achievement is exceptional in itself, but it's not a miracle. The Civic is so popular because it has features that are appreciated by consumers.

Let's take a look at what makes the 2021 Honda Civic stand out and be so popular.

First of all, we need to talk about the choice offered, because few cars on the market are as varied. The Civic is available in a very conventional 4-door version, but it also comes with in hatchback form, and that's not to mention the sporty variants, namely the Si and Type R, that deliver fun on a silver platter. Add to that trim levels offering something for every taste and budget, not to mention different powertrains and transmission choices that include a manual transmission, of course.

Then, speaking of powertrains, it's hard to find engines on the market that are as efficient and reliable while being so frugal. The Civic impresses in every respect, as the fuel economy ratings are absolutely amazing. For example, on the highway, with the 1.5-litre turbo engine and the 2-litre naturally-aspirated powerplant (4-cylinder in both cases), fuel economy can be reduced to 6 L/100 km, or even a little less. Nothing short of exceptional.

Then, to really understand just how attractive the Civic is, all you have to do is get behind the wheel. The Honda Civic offers great balance, and behind the wheel, it's hard to miss. Its steering is hyper-precise, its braking is well-balanced, its performance is always adequate, and its comfort level is that of a car that could sell for a lot more.

And should we mention its incredible reliability record to add to that? Truly, the 2021 Honda Civic is a proven car that's just waiting for an opportunity to seduce you.