Honda Civic vs. Mazda Mazda6
In comparing the Honda Civic's and the Mazda Mazda6's specifications and ratings, the Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Mazda Mazda6 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. Based on this comparison of the Honda Civic's and the Mazda Mazda6's specifications and ratings, the Honda Civic is a better car than the Mazda Mazda6.
Honda Civic vs. Mazda Mazda6 Pricing
A used 2021 Honda Civic ranges from $19,995 to $27,551 while a used 2021 Mazda Mazda6 is priced between $19,985 to $31,243.
Honda Civic vs. Mazda Mazda6 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda Civic loses 30.4 percent of its value and the Mazda Mazda6 loses 43.8 percent of its value. This means the Honda Civic retains 13.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mazda Mazda6.
Honda Civic vs. Mazda Mazda6 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Civic is 9.0 out of 10 while the Mazda Mazda6's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Honda Civic being ranked 2 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Mazda Mazda6 being ranked 4 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars.
Honda Civic vs. Mazda Mazda6 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda Civic is 8.8 out of 10. For the Mazda Mazda6 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mazda Mazda6.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Honda Civic’s base engine makes 158 horsepower, and the Mazda Mazda6 base engine makes 187 horsepower. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 471 miles. The Mazda6 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles.This gives the Honda Civic the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mazda Mazda6 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mazda Mazda6, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Honda Civic, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, and cargo space. The Honda Civic and Mazda Mazda6 are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Honda Civic and the Mazda Mazda6 have the same average safety rating of 5 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:
19985 - 31243
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.438143
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.958065 / 10
Reliability:
8.774194 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Mazda Mazda6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.700646 / 10
Reliability:
8.50194 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 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 / 43Mazda Mazda6 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Civic Trim Levels
Not yet available
Mazda Mazda6 Trim Levels
Carbon Edition, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, Signature, Sport, Touring
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:
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:
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:
187 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
186 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 574 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:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
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:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
14.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.8 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:
3437 lbs
Width:
82.3 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
192.7 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 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 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R17