Volkswagen Golf GTI vs. Honda Civic
In comparing the Volkswagen Golf GTI's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Golf GTI has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen Golf GTI's and the Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the Honda Civic is a better car than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Volkswagen Golf GTI vs. Honda Civic Pricing
For a new model, the Volkswagen Golf GTI's price is between $33,331 and $42,776, with the Honda Civic priced between $26,044 and $32,998.
Volkswagen Golf GTI vs. Honda Civic Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volkswagen Golf GTI loses 39.8 percent of its value and the Honda Civic loses 36 percent of its value. This means the Honda Civic retains 3.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Volkswagen Golf GTI vs. Honda Civic Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volkswagen Golf GTI is 8.1 out of 10 while the Honda Civic's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Volkswagen Golf GTI being ranked 6 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks and the Honda Civic being ranked 2 out of 28. Out of 26 Best Compact Cars, the Volkswagen Golf GTI is ranked 10 and the Honda Civic is ranked 4. The Volkswagen Golf GTI is also ranked 15 out of 43 Best Small Cars while the Honda Civic is ranked 6 out of 43.
Volkswagen Golf GTI vs. Honda Civic Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volkswagen Golf GTI is 7.3 out of 10. For the Honda Civic the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic an advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volkswagen Golf GTI’s base engine makes 241 horsepower, and the Honda Civic base engine makes 158 horsepower.
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 cargo space. The Volkswagen Golf GTI has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Volkswagen Golf GTI and the Honda Civic have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
33331 - 42776
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39811
Pricing
New Asking Price:
26044 - 32998
Used Asking Price:
23299 - 32651
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.359652
Volkswagen Golf GTI Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.574731 / 10
Reliability:
8.324194 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Volkswagen Golf GTI Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 18Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 28Ranking
32 out of / 43Ranking
33 out of / 43Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volkswagen Golf GTI Trim Levels
380 Autobahn, 380 S, 380 SE, Autobahn, S, SE
Honda Civic Trim Levels
EX-L, LX, Sport, Sport Touring, Type R, EX, Si, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 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:
241 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
19.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3188 lbs
Width:
81.6 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
168.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2928 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
179 inches
Wheelbase:
107.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P225/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
215/55R16