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2018 Honda Civic vs. 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA

In comparing the 2018 Honda Civic's and the 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Honda Civic's and the 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Honda Civic is a better car than the 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA.

2018 Honda Civic vs. 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA Pricing

A used 2018 Honda Civic ranges from $15,497 to $24,997 while a used 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA is priced between $10,995 to $19,997.

2018 Honda Civic vs. 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA Resale/Retained Value

Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Honda Civic loses 30.4 percent of its value and the 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA loses 41.1 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Honda Civic retains 10.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA.

2018 Honda Civic vs. 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Civic is 9.0 out of 10 while the Hyundai ELANTRA's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Honda Civic being ranked 3 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 12 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Honda Civic is ranked 5 and the Hyundai ELANTRA is ranked 17.

2018 Honda Civic vs. 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA Reliability Rating

iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda Civic is 8.8 out of 10. For the Hyundai ELANTRA the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ELANTRA.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the 2018 Honda Civic’s base engine makes 158 horsepower, and the 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA base engine makes 147 horsepower. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. The ELANTRA is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles.This gives the 2018 Honda Civic the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are compact cars, the 2018 Honda Civic has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear shoulder room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 Honda Civic has higher safety ratings than the 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.64 out of 5 Stars.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

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Used Asking Price:

$15,497 - $24,997

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

30.4%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$10,995 - $19,997

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

41.1%

Honda Civic Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.0 / 10

Reliability:

8.8 / 10

Retained Value:

9.1 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

7.8 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

8.6 / 10

Honda Civic Rankings

Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

2 / 26

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

3 / 43

Best Compact Cars

3 / 26

Best Japanese Compact Cars

3 / 12

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

4 / 43

Best Small Cars for the Money

4 / 13

Best Small Cars

5 / 43

Most Reliable Small Cars

5 / 43

Best Japanese Small Cars

5 / 18

Best Compact Cars for Tall People

7 / 26

Most Comfortable Compact Cars

7 / 26

Most Affordable Compact Cars

9 / 18

Best Small Cars for Tall People

12 / 43

Most Comfortable Small Cars

12 / 43

Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

14 / 26

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

15 / 43

Most Affordable Small Cars

15 / 26

Safest Small Cars

17 / 43

Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings

Best Korean Small Cars

1 / 8

Best Korean Compact Cars

1 / 5

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

2 / 43

Best Compact Cars for Tall People

2 / 26

Best Small Cars for Tall People

3 / 43

Most Comfortable Compact Cars

3 / 26

Most Comfortable Small Cars

4 / 43

Most Affordable Compact Cars

6 / 18

Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

10 / 26

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

11 / 43

Best Compact Cars

12 / 26

Most Affordable Small Cars

12 / 26

Best Small Cars for the Money

12 / 13

Most Reliable Small Cars

14 / 43

Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

16 / 26

Best Small Cars

17 / 43

Safest Small Cars

24 / 43

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

26 / 43

Available Body Styles

Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2018 Honda Civic Trim Levels

Not yet available

2018 Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels

Eco, Limited, SE, SEL, Sport, Value Edition

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:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years

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):

4.64 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:

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

Torque:

132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.053 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:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


26 / 36 / 29

Range (city/hwy):

364 / 504 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:

N/A

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:

38.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.2 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.3 inches

Cargo Space:

14.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

95.8 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:

2767 lbs

Width:

70.9 inches

Height:

56.5 inches

Length:

179.9 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 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:

15.0 x 6.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P195/65R15

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