2017 Honda Civic vs. 2017 Volkswagen Jetta
When comparing the 2017 Honda Civic's and the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2017 Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Honda Civic's and the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Honda Civic is a better car than the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta.
2017 Honda Civic vs. 2017 Volkswagen Jetta Pricing
A used 2017 Honda Civic ranges from $13,998 to $23,649 while a used 2017 Volkswagen Jetta is priced between $9,994 to $19,989.
2017 Honda Civic vs. 2017 Volkswagen Jetta Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Honda Civic loses 30.4 percent of its value and the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta loses 43.2 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Honda Civic retains 12.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta.
2017 Honda Civic vs. 2017 Volkswagen Jetta Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Civic is 9.0 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Jetta's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Honda Civic being ranked 2 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Volkswagen Jetta being ranked 9 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Honda Civic is ranked 4 and the Volkswagen Jetta is ranked 11.
2017 Honda Civic vs. 2017 Volkswagen Jetta Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda Civic is 8.8 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Jetta the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Jetta.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Honda Civic’s base engine makes 158 horsepower, and the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta base engine makes 150 horsepower. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. The Jetta is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 580 miles. This gives the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Honda Civic. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2017 Honda Civic has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The 2017 Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space. The 2017 Honda Civic and 2017 Volkswagen Jetta are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2017 Honda Civic and the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13998 - 23649
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.304053
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9994 - 19989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.43236
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.958065 / 10
Reliability:
8.774194 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Volkswagen Jetta Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.584823 / 10
Reliability:
8.15447 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
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2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
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4 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
9 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 43Volkswagen Jetta Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
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15 out of / 26Ranking
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24 out of / 43Ranking
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34 out of / 43Ranking
38 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Honda Civic Trim Levels
Not yet available
2017 Volkswagen Jetta Trim Levels
1.4T S, 1.4T SE, 1.8T SEL, 1.8T SEL Premium, 1.8T Sport, 2.0T GLI
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
138 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 40 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 40 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
406 / 580 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2742 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2939 lbs
Width:
70 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
183.3 inches
Wheelbase:
104.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
205/55R16