2021 Toyota Corolla vs. 2021 Honda Civic
When we compare the 2021 Toyota Corolla's and the 2021 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2021 Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2021 Toyota Corolla and 2021 Honda Civic have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Toyota Corolla's and the 2021 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Honda Civic is a better car than the 2021 Toyota Corolla.
2021 Toyota Corolla vs. 2021 Honda Civic Pricing
A used 2021 Toyota Corolla ranges from $17,684 to $25,227 while a used 2021 Honda Civic is priced between $19,999 to $27,660.
2021 Toyota Corolla vs. 2021 Honda Civic Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Toyota Corolla loses 32.8 percent of its value and the 2021 Honda Civic loses 30.4 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Honda Civic retains 2.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Toyota Corolla.
2021 Toyota Corolla vs. 2021 Honda Civic Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Corolla is 8.8 out of 10 while the Honda Civic's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Corolla being ranked 4 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Honda Civic being ranked 3 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Toyota Corolla is ranked 6 and the Honda Civic is ranked 5.
2021 Toyota Corolla vs. 2021 Honda Civic Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Corolla is 8.7 out of 10. For the Honda Civic the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Corolla.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Toyota Corolla’s base engine makes 139 horsepower, and the 2021 Honda Civic base engine makes 158 horsepower. Both the Corolla and the Civic are rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 502 and 471 miles respectively. Both models use 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, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 Toyota Corolla and 2021 Honda Civic are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Toyota Corolla and the 2021 Honda Civic have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$17,684 - $25,227
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$19,999 - $27,660
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
30.4%
Toyota Corolla Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Toyota Corolla Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
7 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 26Ranking
33 out of / 43Ranking
36 out of / 43Honda 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 Toyota Corolla Trim Levels
L, LE, SE, SE Apex, SE Nightshade Edition, XLE, XSE, XSE Apex
2021 Honda Civic Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
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:
139 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
126 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 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:
1.8 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):
396 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
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:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
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:
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:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.6 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:
2910 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 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:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/55R16