Honda Civic Mirrors

At a time when Honda’s automobile business was expected to fold, the launch of the first Civic in 1972 quickly turned things around. It hit the market at exactly the right time—the popularity of muscle cars started to wane as oil prices rose and stricter emission standards were enacted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The first-generation Honda Civic offered fuel flexibility and efficiency at a lower price tag. Decades later, it continues to enjoy immense popularity as a line of reliable, efficient, and affordable cars.

To learn more about the Honda Civic, let’s take a closer look at two of its important components: the rearview and side-view mirrors.

Mirrors are reflective components that extend the driver’s field of vision. These mirrors are installed both inside and outside the vehicle. The reflected images from these parts help the driver anticipate the movement of other vehicles on the road, observe objects and pedestrians, and approximate distances while switching lanes or making a turn.

There are two types of mirrors in a Honda Civic: the rearview and side mirrors.

Internal or Rearview mirrors

The rearview mirror is an interior mirror that lets the driver see traffic from behind the vehicle. The base of this mirror is affixed to the upper-middle portion of the windshield. The angle of the mirror can be adjusted to match the eye level of the driver.

External, Wing, or Side-view mirrors

Side mirrors are important safety components that allow the driver to observe the length of the vehicle. The reflection from these mirrors is critical in navigating between lanes safely and anticipating the movement of vehicles beside or behind your car.

Non-folding

As its name suggests, non-folding mirrors are stationary side mirrors that are typically seen in older models or base models.

Folding

Folding side mirrors have hinge mechanisms that allow you to close the mirror and push it towards the car door. This type of mirror is great if you need to maneuver or park in tight spaces.

Manual folding mirrors

Manual folding side mirrors need to be physically adjusted from outside the vehicle or through a lever on the door panel.

Power mirrors

Power mirrors are motorized mirrors that can be adjusted with the touch of a button. This type of folding mechanism also uses technology that allows the driver to save their preferred mirror settings.

Here are some of the features you may want to consider when choosing a replacement mirror for your Honda Civic.

Heated glass

Heated side mirrors are equipped with an internal warming system that defrosts ice, snow, and fog. This is an ideal feature since using an ice scraper to remove ice from your side mirrors can damage the mirror and its housing. It is also essential in maintaining full visibility of the road, especially in winter climates.

Anti-glare mirrors

Anti-glare mirrors, also called day/night mirrors, reduce the amount of reflected light using a specialized glass. If you look closely at your car’s rearview mirror, the glass is installed on an angle that prevents the full brightness of light from being reflected into the driver’s eyes.

Auto-dimming technology

This type of technology is commonly used on rearview mirrors to prevent temporary blindness from high beams or direct sunlight. This feature uses photosensors to detect the level of light reflected and automatically dim the reflection on the mirror as needed.

Built-in lights

Side mirrors may also come with provisioning for built-in lights such as turn signal and puddle lights.

There have been ten generations of Honda Civic, each with parts varying in sizes. To find the right rear and side mirrors for your car, we recommend using our website’s search engine. Simply plug in your car’s year, make, and model to filter relevant parts for your vehicle.

The cost of replacement rearview and side mirrors varies depending on your car’s year and model. OEM replacement parts typically range between $90 to $750. Side mirrors are available in sets of two, while rearview mirrors are sold individually. Although it is possible to install this part on your own, we recommend consulting a trusted mechanic to ensure proper and secure fitting.

Broken and obscured mirrors can impair a driver’s ability to observe traffic while on the road. Due to the nature of its material, it can only be replaced and not repaired. While having cracked mirrors isn’t illegal, it is a safety hazard. Pieces of the mirror may fall off while driving on uneven roads or at high speeds. Issues with the mirror housing and electric controls are also common symptoms indicating that the part may need replacing.