Honda vehicles are extremely popular among Racine college graduates thanks to their affordable pricing, low overall running costs, and excellent fuel efficiency.
The best Honda models for graduates offer the right mix of great value, high tech, performance, and style. Let's take a look at some of the best Honda cars for college students and graduates from the Honda lineup.
2025 Honda Civic
The 2025 Honda Civic compact sedan boasts intelligent safety features, wireless charging, plus a fuel-efficient and exciting range of engines. There's even a hybrid option rated at an incredible 50/47/49 MPG city/highway/combined.
Onboard tech includes an available 9.0-inch color touchscreen with Google Built-In and both Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity, perfect for college students who love to stay connected.
Civic is one of the most iconic names in the Honda range, with performance, ease of driving, and low maintenance costs.
2025 Honda CR-V
The best cars for graduates who need a mix of convenience, maneuverability, and versatility are often SUVs. The 2025 Honda CR-V compact SUV offers incredible interior space while maintaining a small on-road footprint that makes it easy to park on campus or in downtown Mt Pleasant.
With a choice of powertrains, including a hybrid version for maximum efficiency, plus a spacious cargo area with split-fold, fold-flat rear seats, the Honda CR-V lets you do more with less. It makes our list of best Honda models for graduates thanks to its low operating costs and versatile interior.
2025 Honda HR-V
One step down in size but a step-up in affordability is the 2025 Honda HR-V. This stylish sub-compact SUV packs plenty of personality into an accessible package.
With its low base MSRP and small dimensions, the 2025 Honda HR-V is among the best Honda cars for college students and graduates who want something easy to drive and light on the hip pocket. Starting at just $25,400, the HR-V is a great starter vehicle for new grads.
Honda Sensing® Safety Technology
All of the best Honda models for graduates on our list come standard with the Honda Sensing suite of driver aids and safety systems. This high-tech camera and radar-based suite gives young drivers access to features that help prevent accidents and make it easier to navigate the roads of Mt Pleasant, Racine, and surrounding areas.
Honda Sensing® driver aids include:
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow
- Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
- Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
- Traffic Jam Assist
- Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
Choose Your First Honda at Zeigler Honda of Racine
The team at Zeigler Honda of Racine is proud to guide college students and graduates with their first car purchase. Our range of affordable, low-maintenance cars offers excellent fuel economy, stylish looks, and high-tech features perfect for the college lifestyle.
Contact us today to see how our dedicated Honda sales team and experienced finance department can help you find the new Honda car of your dreams.
