2021 Acura ILX vs. 2021 Honda Civic
When we compare the 2021 Acura ILX's and the 2021 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Acura ILX has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2021 Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Acura ILX's and the 2021 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Honda Civic is a better car than the 2021 Acura ILX.
2021 Acura ILX vs. 2021 Honda Civic Pricing
A used 2021 Acura ILX ranges from $22,181 to $30,013 while a used 2021 Honda Civic is priced between $19,999 to $27,660.
2021 Acura ILX vs. 2021 Honda Civic Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Acura ILX loses 48 percent of its value and the 2021 Honda Civic loses 30.4 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Honda Civic retains 17.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Acura ILX.
2021 Acura ILX vs. 2021 Honda Civic Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura ILX is 8.7 out of 10 while the Honda Civic's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Acura ILX being ranked 8 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Honda Civic being ranked 3 out of 26 Best Compact Cars.
2021 Acura ILX vs. 2021 Honda Civic Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura ILX is 7.7 out of 10. For the Honda Civic the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic an advantage in reliability compared to the Acura ILX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Acura ILX’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the 2021 Honda Civic base engine makes 158 horsepower. The ILX is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 471 miles. This gives the 2021 Honda Civic the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Acura ILX. The ILX uses premium unleaded, and the Civic uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2021 Honda Civic has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 Acura ILX and 2021 Honda Civic are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Acura ILX and the 2021 Honda Civic have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$22,181 - $30,013
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$19,999 - $27,660
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
30.4%
Acura ILX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Acura ILX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
34 out of / 36Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Acura ILX Trim Levels
Base, w/Premium, w/Premium w/A-SPEC, w/Tech w/A-SPEC
2021 Honda Civic Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 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:
201 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
138 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 449 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 38 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 471 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.3 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3095 lbs
Width:
70.6 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
182.2 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2771 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/55R16
