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Hyundai ELANTRA N Line vs. Honda Civic Si

When comparing the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line's and the Honda Civic Si's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Honda Civic Si has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Hyundai ELANTRA N Line and Honda Civic Si have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line's and the Honda Civic Si's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line is a better car than the Honda Civic Si.

Hyundai ELANTRA N Line vs. Honda Civic Si Pricing

A used 2023 Hyundai ELANTRA N Line ranges from $25,057 to $29,997 while a used 2023 Honda Civic Si is priced between $30,923 to $36,985. For a new model, the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line's price is between $27,831 and $29,672, with the Honda Civic Si priced between $29,231 and $32,088.

Hyundai ELANTRA N Line vs. Honda Civic Si Resale/Retained Value

Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line loses 41.1 percent of its value and the Honda Civic Si loses 30.4 percent of its value. This means the Honda Civic Si retains 10.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line.

Hyundai ELANTRA N Line vs. Honda Civic Si Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 8.1 out of 10 while the Honda Civic's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 12 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Honda Civic being ranked 3 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA is ranked 17 and the Honda Civic is ranked 5.

Hyundai ELANTRA N Line vs. Honda Civic Si Reliability Rating

iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 7.8 out of 10. For the Honda Civic the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ELANTRA.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Honda Civic Si base engine makes 200 horsepower. The N Line is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 446 miles. The Si is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. This gives the Honda Civic Si the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line. The N Line uses regular unleaded, and the Si uses premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are compact cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Honda Civic Si has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and cargo space. The Hyundai ELANTRA N Line and Honda Civic Si are comparable in regards to front leg room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Honda Civic Si has higher safety ratings than the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.64 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, both the Hyundai ELANTRA N Line and the Honda Civic Si have the same Top Safety Pick award.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$27,831 - $29,672

Used Asking Price:

$25,057 - $29,997

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

41.1%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$29,231 - $32,088

Used Asking Price:

$30,923 - $36,985

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

30.4%

Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

7.8 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

8.6 / 10

Honda Civic Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.0 / 10

Reliability:

8.8 / 10

Retained Value:

9.1 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings

Best Korean Small Cars

1 / 8

Best Korean Compact Cars

1 / 5

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

2 / 43

Best Compact Cars for Tall People

2 / 26

Best Small Cars for Tall People

3 / 43

Most Comfortable Compact Cars

3 / 26

Most Comfortable Small Cars

4 / 43

Most Affordable Compact Cars

6 / 18

Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

10 / 26

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

11 / 43

Best Compact Cars

12 / 26

Most Affordable Small Cars

12 / 26

Best Small Cars for the Money

12 / 13

Most Reliable Small Cars

14 / 43

Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

16 / 26

Best Small Cars

17 / 43

Safest Small Cars

24 / 43

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

26 / 43

Honda Civic Rankings

Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

2 / 26

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

3 / 43

Best Compact Cars

3 / 26

Best Japanese Compact Cars

3 / 12

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

4 / 43

Best Small Cars for the Money

4 / 13

Best Small Cars

5 / 43

Most Reliable Small Cars

5 / 43

Best Japanese Small Cars

5 / 18

Best Compact Cars for Tall People

7 / 26

Most Comfortable Compact Cars

7 / 26

Most Affordable Compact Cars

9 / 18

Best Small Cars for Tall People

12 / 43

Most Comfortable Small Cars

12 / 43

Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

14 / 26

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

15 / 43

Most Affordable Small Cars

15 / 26

Safest Small Cars

17 / 43

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Other Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels

Limited, SE, SEL

Other Honda Civic Trim Levels

EX, LX, Sport, Touring

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 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):

4.64 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:

TOP SAFETY PICK

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

201 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

195 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

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

0.067 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

200 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

192 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm

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

0.068 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

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


28 / 36 / 31

Range (city/hwy):

347 / 446 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

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


27 / 37 / 31

Range (city/hwy):

335 / 459 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple Car Play:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Navigation System:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple Car Play:

Standard

Heated Seats

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Navigation System:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.7 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.6 inches

Cargo Space:

14.2 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

99.4 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.6 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:

14.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

96.6 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3020 lbs

Width:

71.9 inches

Height:

55.9 inches

Length:

184.1 inches

Wheelbase:

107.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.5 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2952 lbs

Width:

70.9 inches

Height:

55.5 inches

Length:

184 inches

Wheelbase:

107.7 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

235/40R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

235/40R18

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