Hyundai Elantra vs Honda Civic Compact Sedan Comparison Review

When it comes down to compact sedans, the Hyundai Elantra and the Honda Civic both stand out as great options. But how do they compare. Let's dive into the details to help you make a well-informed decision.

Key Features Comparison

Technology

  • Hyundai Elantra comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen display, providing modern tech at your fingertips
  • Honda Civic offers a smaller 7-inch touchscreen display, slightly less advanced but still fully functional

Performance

  • Honda Civic: powered by a 150-hp 2.0L inline 4-cylinder engine, delivering a bit more power.
  • Hyundai Elantra: fueled by a147-hp 2.0L inline 4-cylinder engine, offers an outstanding fuel-economy

Pricing & Affordability

  • Hyundai Elantra: Pricing is typically lower, make it an excellent choice for drivers seeking a budget-friendly vehicle.
  • Honda Civic: Pricing is typically higher

Hyundai Elantra or Honda Civic: Which Cars Is The Best For You?

Ultimately, it all comes down to your preferences and priorities. Take a glance below for an in-depth comparison review of the Hyundai Elantra vs Honda Civic.

Hyundai Elantra VsHonda Civic
 2.0L In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine Engine 2.0L In-Line 4-Cylinder Engine
 147 hp @ 6,200 rpm Horsepower 150 hp @ 6,400 rpm
 132 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4,500 rpm Torque 133 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4,000 - 5,000 rpm
 Smartstream® Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) Transmission Continuously Variable Transmission
 5 Passenger Seats 5
 107.1 - in Wheelbase 107.1 -in
 184.1 - in Length 184.8 - in
 71.9 - in Width 70.9 - in
 55.7 - in Height 55.7 - in
 99.4 cu.-ft. Passenger Volume 99.0 cu.-ft.
 42.3-in Legroom in Front 42.3 - in
 38.0 -in Legroom in Rear 37.1 -in
 14.2 cu.-ft. Cargo Volume 14.8 cu.-.ft.
 8- in Touchscreen (base model) 7 -in
 Available 10.25 - Inch Touchscreen Not Available
 6 Speakers (base model) 4
 Available Bose premium audio with 8 speakers incl. center channel and subwoofer Not Available
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Hyundai Elantra vs Honda Civic Peformance

Horsepower

First up. Let's start with everyone's favorite part. Performance. Starting with the base models, the Honda Civic comes equipped with a 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder engine producing 150 horsepower, while the Hyundai Elantra offers a 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder engine with 147 horsepower.

Fuel-Economy

In terms of fuel-economy, the Hyundai Elantra and the Honda Civic are both optimized to deliver maximum fuel-efficiency. While both vehicles offer the same fuel-economy specs, they both offer two different transmissions. The Hyundai Elantra, on the one hand, features a

Smartstream® Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) and the Honda Civic comes equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission.

Drive Modes

When it comes down to road handling, the only difference is that the Hyundai Elantra comes standard with three drive modes and the Honda Civic comes standard with two drive modes. To be specific, the Hyundai Elantra offers Normal, Sport, and Smart Drive mode, and the Honda Civic offers Econ, and Normal Drive Mode.

Decision

All in all, the Hyundai Elantra and the Honda Civic both offer semi-similar performance features.

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Hyundai Elantra vs Honda Civic Interior Features 

In terms of technology, both the Hyundai Elantra and Honda Civic are well-equipped. However, a key distinction is that the Hyundai Elantra comes standard with a larger 8-inch touchscreen display, while the Honda Civic includes a 7-inch display as standard.

Another key distinction is the available touchscreen displays. The Hyundai Elantra comes available with a 10.25-inch touchscreen display and the Honda Civic comes available with a 9-inch color touchscreen display. In addition to that, the Elantra comes available with 10.25-inch Gauge Cluster and the Honda Civic comes available with a 10.2-inch Driver Information Interface Screen.

Here's a quick breakdown of the available features exclusively offered in the new Hyundai Elantra:

  • Power tilt-and-slide sunroof
  • Hyundai Pay for seamless transactions
  • Bluelink+ connected car services
  • Dual USB ports for rear passenger

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Elantra vs Civic Interior Dimensions

As far as passenger space goes, the Elantra has a slight advantage over the Civic. To be clear, the Elantra welcomes drivers with 99.4 cu.-ft. of passenger volume and the Civic offers 99.0 cu.-ft. of passenger volume. In addition to that the Elantra provides 42.3-inches of legroom in the front and 37.3 -inches of legroom in the rear. The Civic, on the other hand provides 42.3 inches of legroom in the front and 37.4 -inches of legroom in the rear.

When considering cargo volume, the Civic boasts 14. cu.-ft. of cargo volume and the Elantra maintains 14.2 cu.-ft. of cargo volume.

In conclusion, both the Honda Civic and Elantra can hold up to five passengers comfortably. However the Hyundai Elantra surpasses the Honda Civic in legroom, and passenger volume. To learn more about the Hyundai Elantra's interior dimensions, call or visit us today.

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Elantra vs Civic Safety Features

If you're looking for a new compact sedan with more safety and security features, the Elantra is the upper choice. The Elantra comes standard with:

  • Rear Cross Traffic Monitor
  • Forward Collision- Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection
  • Advanced dual front airbags (SRS) with Occupant Classification System (OCS)
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Final Decision: Hyundai Elantra or Honda Civic?

So you're probably wondering which compact sedan is the best?

 In short, the Hyundai Elantra deserves serious consideration. It delivers more space, comfort, and value for less, along with superior warranty coverage. While Honda fans might argue that the Civic's 150 hp gives it an edge, it's only a 3-hp advantage over the Elantra's efficient performance. With all this in mind, we encourage you to visit and experience the new Hyundai Elantra for yourself-it's worth a closer look.

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