2021 Honda Civic vs. 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT
When we compare the 2021 Honda Civic's and the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Honda Civic's and the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Honda Civic is a better car than the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT.
2021 Honda Civic vs. 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT Pricing
A used 2021 Honda Civic ranges from $19,995 to $27,551 while a used 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT is priced between $16,017 to $23,585.
2021 Honda Civic vs. 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Honda Civic loses 30.4 percent of its value and the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT loses 43.7 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Honda Civic retains 13.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT.
2021 Honda Civic vs. 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Civic is 9.0 out of 10 while the Hyundai ELANTRA GT's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Honda Civic being ranked 2 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Hyundai ELANTRA GT being ranked 16 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Honda Civic is ranked 4 and the Hyundai ELANTRA GT is ranked 25.
2021 Honda Civic vs. 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda Civic is 8.8 out of 10. For the Hyundai ELANTRA GT the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic an advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ELANTRA GT.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Honda Civic’s base engine makes 158 horsepower, and the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT base engine makes 161 horsepower. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 471 miles. The ELANTRA GT is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. This gives the 2021 Honda Civic the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2021 Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2021 Honda Civic has higher safety ratings than the 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19995 - 27551
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.304053
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16017 - 23585
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.437213
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.958065 / 10
Reliability:
8.774194 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA GT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.566667 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
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 / 43Hyundai ELANTRA GT Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
32 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Honda Civic Trim Levels
Not yet available
2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT Trim Levels
Base, N Line
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 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):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
161 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4700 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:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
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:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
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:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
24.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.4 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3040 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
170.9 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17