2021 Honda Civic vs. 2021 Toyota Corolla

2021 Honda Civic Sedan

vs.

2021 Toyota Corolla
2.0L I-4 engine

Base Engine

1.8L 4-cylinder engine
174 hp

Horsepower

169 hp
162 lb-ft

Torque

151 lb-ft
32 city/42 highway*

MPG

31 city/38 highway (excluding the hybrid model)
15.1 cubic feet

Cargo Volume

13.1 cubic feet

For many Warren drivers, the Honda Civic sedan is one of the most memorable family members of the Honda family. But, how does it stack up against others in its class, like the impressive Toyota Corolla? In this Honda comparison, Apostolakis Honda will pit the highlights of the 2021 Honda Civic against that of the 2021 Toyota Corolla to see which vehicle comes out on top. Spoiler alert, the Honda Civic has a slight edge over the Toyota Corolla in several areas. Check out our comparison to see where the Honda Civic has the edge on the Toyota Corolla.

Honda Civic vs. Toyota Corolla: Performance

The first line of business in our Honda comparison is performance. How do these two masterclass sedans perform on the Boardman roads? Let’s check out their performance highlights to find out:

2021 Honda Civic Sedan: 

  • 2.0L I-4 engine base engine
  • 174 hp
  • 162 lb-ft of torque
  • 32 mpg city and 42 mpg highway*

2021 Toyota Corolla: 

  • 1.8L 4-cylinder base engine
  • 169 hp
  • 151 lb-ft of torque
  • 31 mpg city and 38 mpg highway

The Honda Civic has a slight lead when it comes to top engine power and fuel economy. If you want to get a better fuel economy with the Toyota Corolla, you’ll have to choose the hybrid model.

Honda Civic vs. Toyota Corolla: Interior Dimensions

We know how both vehicles perform on the outside, but what’s inside these luxurious sedans? To find out how you can make every Youngstown drive more relaxing and roomy, here are the interior dimensions for each vehicle:

2021 Honda Civic Sedan: 

  • Headroom (Front/Rear): 39.3 / 37.1 inches
  • Legroom (Front/Rear): 42.3 / 37.4 inches
  • Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 57 / 55 inches
  • Hiproom (Front/Rear): 53.7 / 47.3 inches
  • Cargo Volume: 15.1 cubic feet

2021 Toyota Corolla: 

  • Headroom (Front/Rear): 38.3 / 37.1 inches
  • Legroom (Front/Rear): 42 / 34.8 inches
  • Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 54 / 51.7 inches
  • Hiproom (Front/Rear): 53.9 / 51.3 inches
  • Cargo Volume: 13.1 cubic feet

The choice for space and comfort is obvious in this Honda comparison. The Honda Civic has the legroom, cargo space, and overall levels of comfort you need to load up all of your passengers without feeling cramped.

Honda Civic vs. Toyota Corolla: Safety

Each of these sedans comes with a variety of safety features to help you traverse the Cortland roads with peace of mind. Here are the different safety features you’ll find on each of these sedan’s security suites:

2021 Honda Civic Sedan Honda Sensing®: 

  • Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
  • Road Departure Mitigation System™ (RDMS™)
  • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow
  • Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
  • Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
  • Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
  • Honda LaneWatch™
  • Auto High-Beam Headlights

2021 Toyota Corolla Toyota Sense™ 2.0: 

  • Lane Departure Alert
  • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
  • Auto High-Beams
  • Road Sign Assist
  • Lane Tracing Assist
  • Dynamic Radar Cruise Control

You’ll find several safety features universal to both sedans, but with the Honda Civic, you’ll find a few more unique features that will keep you and your passengers safe and secure. Explore the Honda Civic in more detail when you visit Apostolakis Honda.

Choose Your Honda Civic at Apostolakis Honda

After this tight Honda comparison of the Honda Civic against the Toyota Corolla, the Honda Civic comes out with a slight edge over the Toyota Corolla. Contact us to explore our Honda Civic inventory and even apply for financing to get your own.

*30 city/38 highway/33 combined mpg rating for LX and Touring trims. 29 city/37 highway/32 combined mpg rating for Sport trim. 32 city/42 highway/36 combined mpg rating for EX and EX-L trims. Based on 2021 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, and other factors.

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