BMW M2 vs. Honda Civic
When comparing the BMW M2's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the BMW M2 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW M2's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the Honda Civic is a better car than the BMW M2.
BMW M2 vs. Honda Civic Pricing
A used 2020 BMW M2 ranges from $48,965 to $96,327 while a used 2020 Honda Civic is priced between $19,644 to $28,804.
BMW M2 vs. Honda Civic Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M2 loses 40.9 percent of its value and the Honda Civic loses 31 percent of its value. This means the Honda Civic retains 9.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW M2.
BMW M2 vs. Honda Civic Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M2 is 6.9 out of 10 while the Honda Civic's quality rating is 9.4 out of 10. This results in the BMW M2 being ranked 20 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the Honda Civic being ranked 1 out of 26 Best Compact Cars.
BMW M2 vs. Honda Civic Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW M2 is 6.8 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 BMW M2.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M2’s base engine makes 405 horsepower, and the Honda Civic base engine makes 158 horsepower. The M2 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 343 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 471 miles. This gives the Honda Civic the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M2. The M2 uses premium unleaded, and the Civic uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Honda Civic, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room and rear leg room. The BMW M2, a sports car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 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:
48965 - 96327
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.408632
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19644 - 28804
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.310074
BMW M2 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.374731 / 10
Reliability:
9.024194 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW M2 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 23Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
24 out of / 40Ranking
25 out of / 40Ranking
27 out of / 40Honda 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
BMW M2 Trim Levels
Competition, CS
Honda Civic Trim Levels
EX, LX, Si, Si w/Summer Tires, Sport, Touring, EX-L, Sport Touring, Type R Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 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):
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:
405 hp @ 5230 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 2350 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.113 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:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
247 / 343 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
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 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:
3600 lbs
Width:
78.3 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
176.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2763 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
177.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R16