All Civics are Front Wheel Drive.If you are worried about the winter weather then invest $400-$600 in a set of winter tires and cheap steel rims.I have a 2007 VW GTI - one set of summer performance tires and rims for the Spring, Summer and Fall, and a second set of winter tires on cheap steel rims for the winter.My GTI actually handles better in the snow with winter tires that my old Subaru Impreza did with all-season tires (the Impreza is full time AWD).Remember to adjust your driving style in the winter. Give a lot more space between you and the car infront, and more time to brake - you'll be fine.