2021 Toyota Corolla vs. 2021 Honda Civic
Overview
The auto world has several options when it comes to small sedans. These vehicles make great first cars and commuters without breaking the bank. If you're looking to add a sedan to your garage, you might be considering the Corolla or Civic. Both vehicles have a lot to offer, but when comparing the 2021 Toyota Corolla versus the 2021 Honda Civic, which one comes out on top?
Trim Levels
The 2021 Toyota Corolla was completely redesigned for this model year and is available in five primary trim levels: L, LE, XLE, SE, and XSE. You can also get the SE Nightshade or Apex Edition. Depending on trim level, you can get either a 7-inch or 8-inch touch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a sunroof, heated front seats, remote keyless entry with push-button start, and a premium JBL sound system.
You can get the 2021 Honda Civic in five trims as well: LX, Sport, EX, EX-L, and Touring. You get a 5-inch or 7-inch touch screen, with only the larger one offering Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Other features, dependent on trim, include:
- Keyless entry and ignition.
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel.
- Heated front seats.
- A navigation system.
- Heated rear seats.
Power and Performance
The Toyota Corolla has two engine options. The first is a 1.8-liter four-cylinder paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission, producing 139 horsepower. The second is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with an available six-speed manual transmission that delivers 169 horsepower.
You also have two engine options on the Honda Civic. The LX and Sport are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder that produces 158 horsepower. The EX and above have a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder with 174 horsepower. Both Civic engines are paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission.
These small sedans offer excellent fuel economy, with an estimated 38 mpg highway and 30 mpg city for each, keeping you on the road longer.
Safety Features
You get the Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 standard on all trims of the Corolla. This system includes a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, dynamic radar adaptive cruise control, lane departure alert, automatic high beams, lane tracing assist, and road sign assist.
Honda offers something similar called Honda Sensing. All Civics will have forward collision mitigation, lane departure mitigation, and adaptive cruise control. The EX and above add a blind-spot camera.
Between the available trim options, larger standard touch screen, and more standard safety features, the Corolla shines compared to the Civic.