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Dodge Avenger vs. Honda Civic

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Dodge Avenger and Honda Civic contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Dodge Avenger and the Honda Civic.

When comparing the Dodge Avenger's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Avenger has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Honda Civic has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Avenger's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Avenger is a better car than the Honda Civic.

Pricing: A used 2014 Dodge Avenger ranges from $4,598 to $13,998 while a used 2014 Honda Civic is priced between $8,500 to $17,543.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Dodge Avenger’s base engine makes 173 horsepower, and the Honda Civic base engine makes 143 horsepower. The Avenger is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 507 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles.This gives the Honda Civic the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Avenger the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Avenger has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Honda Civic has the advantage in the area of front shoulder room. The Dodge Avenger and Honda Civic are comparable in regards to rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: The Honda Civic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$20,595

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)

$23,263

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)

$20,295 - $35,200

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$18,390

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)

$17,751

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)

$15,695 - $19,995

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$8,608

Price Range:

$4,598 - $13,998

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)

$11,122

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)

$8,608 - $13,988

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

127

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

122,261

# Good or Great Deals:

47

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$12,962

Price Range:

$8,500 - $17,543

Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)

$10,695

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)

$8,222 - $13,554

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

534

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

110,259

# Good or Great Deals:

193

Dodge Avenger Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

Honda Civic Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.0 / 10

Reliability:

8.8 / 10

Retained Value:

9.0 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Avenger

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)

1.2

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)

0.1 - 3

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

4.3%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Civic

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

3

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)

0.5

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)

0.1 - 3

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

41.9%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.4

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)

6.5

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)

1.1 - 16.6

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

5.9

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)

4.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)

1.1 - 10.6

Dodge Avenger Rankings

Not yet available

Honda Civic Rankings

Most Reliable Small Cars

2 / 43

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

3 / 43

Best Small Cars Under $25k

3 / 13

Best Small Cars for Teens

3 / 5

Small Cars with the Most Legroom

4 / 43

Best Manual Transmission Small Cars

4 / 21

Best Small Cars

5 / 43

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 43

Best Family Small Cars

6 / 43

Most Comfortable Small Cars

7 / 43

Best Small Cars for the Money

7 / 13

Best Small Cars for Tall People

12 / 43

Most Affordable Small Cars

14 / 24

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

17 / 43

Safest Small Cars

23 / 43

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Coupe, Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline, Hybrid, Natural Gas

Dodge Avenger Trim Levels

R/T, SE, SE V6, SXT

Honda Civic Trim Levels

Not yet available

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 100000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

173 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

166 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.051 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

143 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque:

129 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.052 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):


21 / 30 / 24

Range (city/hwy):

355 / 507 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.8 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


28 / 36 / 31

Range (city/hwy):

370 / 475 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Bluetooth:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Backup camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56 inches

Cargo Space:

13.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

100.2 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39 inches

Front Leg Room:

42 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53.3 inches

Cargo Space:

12.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

94.6 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3400 lbs

Width:

81.3 inches

Height:

58.4 inches

Length:

192.6 inches

Wheelbase:

108.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2740 lbs

Width:

69 inches

Height:

56.5 inches

Length:

179.4 inches

Wheelbase:

105.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P225/55R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P195/65R15

Exterior Colors

Black

Black Clear Coat

Blue

Blue Streak Pearl Coat / True Blue Pearl Coat

Gray

Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat

Red

Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat / Redline 2 Coat Pearl

Silver

Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat

White

Bright White Clear Coat

Brown

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Crystal Black Pearl

Blue

Dyno Blue Pearl

Gray

Modern Steel Metallic / Urban Titanium Metallic

Red

Crimson Pearl

Silver

Alabaster Silver Metallic

White

Taffeta White

Brown

Kona Coffee Metallic

Interior Colors

Black

Black / Black/Light Front Beige

Beige

Not available

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Beige

Beige

Gray

Gray

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