2012–2015 Honda Civic Battery Size (BCI Group and CCA)

Which Honda Civic model years does this cover?

These battery specifications apply to every Honda Civic built from 2012 through 2015 — the 9th generation (FB/FG), compact sedan and coupe. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012–2015 Honda Civic

• 2012Generation launch. A hybrid (1.5L IMA) and a natural-gas 1.8L were also sold 2012–2015 in small numbers, not covered in detail here.
• 2013Emergency refresh after poor reviews: new fascias, upgraded interior, standard rearview camera
• 2014CVT replaces the 5-speed automatic on 1.8L models; Touring-like EX-L Navi tops the range; Si gains 5 hp (205)

What size battery does a 2012–2015 Honda Civic take?

BCI group 51R, rated at 410 cold cranking amps from the factory. Group size is a physical dimension and terminal-position standard, so a battery from a different group may not clamp down or may put the terminals on the wrong side.

How many CCA does a 2012–2015 Honda Civic need?

At least 410 CCA. Going higher is harmless and helps in cold climates; going lower is how a vehicle that started fine in October stops starting in January.

Does the 2012–2015 Honda Civic need an AGM battery?

The factory battery is a conventional flooded type. AGM is a valid upgrade, but never downgrade from AGM to flooded.

Where is the battery on a 2012–2015 Honda Civic?

Engine bay, driver side.

Does a 2012–2015 Honda Civic need the battery registered after replacement?

Factory battery is a small flooded Group 51R (~410 CCA). Aftermarket 51R replacements of 410–500 CCA fit all trims. No registration/reset needed after replacement (re-pair Bluetooth/clock).