2021 Honda Civic vs. 2021 Toyota Corolla

Drivers across the country find themselves comparing the 2021 Honda Civic vs. 2021 Toyota Corolla whenever the need arises for a fleet-footed, spacious, and well-equipped compact vehicle, but which model meets those needs better? To help you find out, we’ve gone ahead and matched them on:

• Price and Features
• Performance and Efficiency
• Safety and Features

Civic vs. Corolla: Price and Features

One thing you won’t need to worry about when comparing 2021 Honda Civic vs. 2021 Toyota Corolla is pricing. Take a look at starting prices for each model’s entry-level and top-level trims and you’ll see they’re more or less equal.

2021 Honda Civic trims include:

• 2021 Honda Civic LX: Priced at $21,050 MSRP*
• 2021 Honda Civic Touring: Priced at $28,100 MSRP*

2021 Toyota Corolla trims include:

• 2021 Toyota Corolla L: Priced at $19,925 MSRP
• 2021 Toyota Corolla XSE Apex Edition: Priced at $28,210 MSRP

Civic vs. Corolla: Performance and Efficiency

The Honda Civic engines include:

• 2.0L Four-Cylinder: Makes up to 158 hp and 138 lb-ft of torque.
• 1.5L Turbocharged Four-Cylinder: Makes up to 174 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque.

Toyota Corolla engines fail to keep pace:

• 1.8L 4-Cylinder: Makes up to 139 hp and 126 lb-ft of torque
• 2.0L 4-Cylinder: Makes up to 169 hp and 151 lb-ft of torque.

The Honda Civic also offers higher peak efficiency scores of up to an EPA-estimated 32 mpg in the city and 42 mpg on the highway** with CVT and the turbocharged engine. The Corolla can’t reach that high with any configuration.

Civic vs. Corolla: Safety and Features

Neither vehicle messes around when it comes to safety technology. You’ll find the following fitted as standard with both:

• Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
• Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

Those seeking premium features and fittings in the cabin will ultimately find the Civic more attractive. It’s the only one of the two available with:

• Leather-Trimmed Seats
• Heated Outboard Rear Seats
• 10-Speaker Premium Sound System

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Our team will be happy to fill you in on anything from how Car Doc maintenance can protect your vehicle to the latest news on the 2022 Honda Civic. For any further advice or assistance, don’t hesitate to get in touch today.

Disclaimers:

*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $895.00 destination charge and options. Dealers set own prices.

**Based on 2019 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.