Honda Civic vs. Volkswagen Golf
When comparing the Honda Civic to the Volkswagen Golf, the Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Volkswagen Golf has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Honda Civic and Volkswagen Golf have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Honda Civic versus the Volkswagen Golf, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Honda Civic versus Volkswagen Golf Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Honda Civic ranges from $22,485 to $43,723 while a used Volkswagen Golf from the same model year range is priced between $17,792 to $25,998.
Honda Civic versus Volkswagen Golf Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Civic and Volkswagen Golf is 8.7 out of 10. With both vehicles earning the same number they are extremely competitive in their vehicle segment. Honda Civic is ranked 6 out of 51 Best Small Cars and Volkswagen Golf is ranked 5 out of 51, with their respective reliability, retained value, and safety ratings used to break the tie, in that order.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Honda Civic’s base engine makes 158 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Golf base engine makes 147 horsepower. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 446 miles. The Golf is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 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, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Volkswagen Golf has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Honda Civic and the Volkswagen Golf have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Honda Civic has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,844 - $32,081
Used Asking Price:
$22,485 - $43,723
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
36%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$17,792 - $25,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
40%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 51Ranking
6 out of / 51Ranking
7 out of / 51Ranking
9 out of / 51iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 51Ranking
5 out of / 51Ranking
5 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
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Sport Touring, EX-L, Sport, Type R
Trim Levels
TSI
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
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):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 446 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 39 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 515 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
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
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Not yet available
Pedestrian Detection:
Not yet available
Lane Departure Warning:
Not yet available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Not yet available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Not yet available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Not yet available
360-Degree Camera:
Not yet available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Not yet available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Not yet available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
24.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
123.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
110.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2932 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
179 inches
Wheelbase:
107.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2945 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
167.6 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
235/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
