Compare the 2018 Honda Civic vs 2018 Toyota Corolla

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A compact sedan is a great choice for the drivers who are looking for an affordable and fuel-efficient ride. The 2018 Honda Civic remains one of the highest-rated cars on the market. Class-leading performance make the Civic hard to overlook.

For years, the Toyota Corolla has battled the Honda Civic for the top spot in the segment. There are plenty of car shoppers who will appreciate the Corolla’s overall practicality. Let’s see how these two compact sedans compare to each other.

Performance

Both of these cars come standard with an economical four-cylinder engine. While the Civic’s i-VTEC engine develops a healthy 158 horsepower, the Corolla’s base engine produces 132 horsepower. Although Toyota offers a 140-horsepower Corolla Eco, you won’t notice a big difference in performance. The Honda Civic clearly has a stronger punch under the hood. If you want to experience more power, step up to the Civic’s optional turbocharged engine. It churns out an invigorating 174 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque. A 0-60 time of 7.2 seconds puts the turbocharged Civic among the quickest cars in the segment. Atop the Civic lineup sits the sports-tuned Si model, which packs an exciting 205 horsepower.

Driving Experience

Car reviewers rave about the Honda Civic’s fun-to-drive nature. Not only does the Civic offer especially strong acceleration, but it also handles incredibly well. Precise steering gives you a direct connection to the road. Even when approaching tight curves, the Civic still feels remarkably nimble. While the Civic’s automatic CVT is smooth and efficient, the six-speed manual gearbox gives it an especially sporty feel. The Corolla proves to be a solid commuter car. Nevertheless, most people wouldn’t describe it as being an exciting car to drive. According to Edmunds, the Corolla’s under-powered engine fails to inspire most drivers.

Safety

Like the 2018 Honda Civic, the 2018 Toyota Corolla proves to be a safe vehicle. However, it fails to match the Civic’s superb safety features. Both of these compact sedans provide a standard backup camera. You will also have access to advanced safety innovations such as forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking. One of the features that you won’t find on the Corolla is Honda’s cutting-edge LaneWatch camera system. It effectively helps eliminate blind spots, which are a frequent cause of car accidents.

As you can see, the 2018 Honda Civic’s inspiring performance and top-notch level of passenger safety put it a step above the 2018 Toyota Corolla. To experience everything that the new Civic has to offer, contact our Pohanka Honda dealer to schedule a test drive.

*28 city/40 highway/32 combined mpg rating for LX model with 6-speed manual transmission. 31 city/40 highway/34 combined mpg rating for LX & EX CVT models. 31 city/42 highway/35 combined mpg rating for EX-T model with 6-speed manual transmission. 32 city/42 highway/36 combined mpg rating for EX-T, EX-L and Touring CVT models. Based on 2018 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.