Chevrolet Cruze vs. Honda Civic
When we compare the Chevrolet Cruze to the Honda Civic, the Chevrolet Cruze has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Cruze versus the Honda Civic, the Honda Civic is a better car than the Chevrolet Cruze.
Chevrolet Cruze vs. Honda Civic Pricing
A used 2019 Chevrolet Cruze ranges from $13,987 to $21,416 while a used 2019 Honda Civic is priced between $19,995 to $40,999.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Cruze’s base engine makes 153 horsepower, and the Honda Civic base engine makes 174 horsepower. The Cruze is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 521 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 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, and cargo space. The Chevrolet Cruze has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Chevrolet Cruze and the Honda Civic have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$13,987 - $21,416
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$19,995 - $40,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
36%
Chevrolet Cruze Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Cruze Rankings
Ranking
22 out of / 51Ranking
48 out of / 51Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 51Ranking
6 out of / 51Ranking
9 out of / 51Ranking
9 out of / 51Ranking
13 out of / 51Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Cruze Trim Levels
Diesel, LS, LT, Premier, L
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:
5 years / 60000 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:
153 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
174 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 38 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
384 / 521 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 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):
31 / 40 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
384 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Cargo Space:
22.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
25.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
122.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2917 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
175.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2902 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
177.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R16
