2018 Subaru BRZ vs. 2018 Honda Civic
In comparing the 2018 Subaru BRZ's and the 2018 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Subaru BRZ has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2018 Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Subaru BRZ's and the 2018 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Honda Civic is a better car than the 2018 Subaru BRZ.
2018 Subaru BRZ vs. 2018 Honda Civic Pricing
A used 2018 Subaru BRZ ranges from $21,712 to $32,134 while a used 2018 Honda Civic is priced between $15,989 to $26,048.
2018 Subaru BRZ vs. 2018 Honda Civic Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Subaru BRZ loses 28.1 percent of its value and the 2018 Honda Civic loses 31 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Subaru BRZ retains 2.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Honda Civic.
2018 Subaru BRZ vs. 2018 Honda Civic Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru BRZ is 7.8 out of 10 while the Honda Civic's quality rating is 9.4 out of 10. This results in the Subaru BRZ being ranked 4 out of 11 Best Coupes and the Honda Civic being ranked 1 out of 11.
2018 Subaru BRZ vs. 2018 Honda Civic Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru BRZ is 7.9 out of 10. For the Honda Civic the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic an advantage in reliability compared to the Subaru BRZ.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Subaru BRZ’s base engine makes 205 horsepower, and the 2018 Honda Civic base engine makes 158 horsepower. The BRZ is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 383 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 484 miles. This gives the 2018 Honda Civic the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Subaru BRZ. The BRZ uses premium unleaded, and the Civic uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Honda Civic, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 Subaru BRZ, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Honda Civic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21712 - 32134
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.280949
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15989 - 26048
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.310074
Subaru BRZ Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.75 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.374731 / 10
Reliability:
9.024194 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru BRZ Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
13 out of / 15Ranking
13 out of / 15Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
37 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Subaru BRZ Trim Levels
Limited, Premium, tS
2018 Honda Civic Trim Levels
EX-L, EX-T, LX, LX-P, Si, Si w/Summer Tires, Touring, EX, EX w/Honda Sensing, EX-L w/Navi, EX-L w/Navi w/Honda Sensing, LX w/Honda Sensing, Sport, Sport Touring, Type R Touring, EX-L w/Honda Sensing, EX-T w/Honda Sensing
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):
Not yet available
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:
205 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
156 foot-lbs @ 6400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
277 / 383 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium 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):
28 / 39 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
6.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
76.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2789 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
52 inches
Length:
166.7 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2739 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
176.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R16