Honda Civic vs Toyota Corolla
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-05 · Specs from the manufacturers and fueleconomy.gov · Prices paid from CarWhere verified deals
The short answer
The Corolla starts lower ($23,325 vs $24,995) and offers AWD, which the Civic does not. The Civic is more powerful, at 150–200 hp versus 138–169 hp, and has the bigger trunk (14.8 vs 13.1 cu ft). The hybrids are nearly tied on fuel economy: up to 49 mpg combined for the Civic and up to 50 for the Corolla.
Key differences
- The Toyota Corolla starts $1,670 lower (base MSRP $24,995 vs $23,325, before destination).
- The Honda Civic is 2.3 in longer (184.8 vs 182.5 in).
- Best combined fuel-economy rating: 49 vs 50 mpg (Toyota Corolla leads).
- Most powerful version: 200 hp (Honda Civic) vs 169 hp (Toyota Corolla).
Civic vs Corolla specs side by side
| Honda Civic | Toyota Corolla | |
|---|---|---|
| Model year compared | 2027 | 2027 |
| Base MSRP range (excl. destination) | $24,995–$32,695 | $23,325–$29,540 |
| Destination charge | $1,295 | Not published |
| Powertrains (hp / torque) | 2.0L 4-cylinder: 150 hp / 133 lb-ft · 2.0L 4-cylinder two-motor hybrid: 200 hp | 2.0L 4-cylinder: 169 hp / 151 lb-ft · 1.8L 4-cylinder hybrid: 138 hp |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined) | 2.0L LX: 32/41/36 mpg · 2.0L Sport / Sport-L: 31/39/34 mpg · Hybrid (Sport Hybrid / Sport Touring Hybrid): 50/47/49 mpg | 2.0L LE FWD: 31/41/35 mpg · 2.0L SE FWD: 30/38/33 mpg · 2.0L XSE FWD: 29/38/33 mpg · Hybrid LE/XLE FWD: 53/46/50 mpg · Hybrid LE AWD: 51/44/48 mpg · Hybrid SE FWD: 50/43/47 mpg · Hybrid SE AWD: 47/41/44 mpg |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo behind rear row | 14.8 cu ft | 13.1 cu ft |
| AWD / 4WD | Not available | Available |
| Length | 184.8 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 56.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.7 in | 106.3 in |
| Ground clearance | Not published | 5.3 in |
- Honda Civic: Sedan only; FWD only. Sport-L is new for 2027. Hybrid: 200 total system hp; engine 141 hp / 134 lb-ft, motor 181 hp / 232 lb-ft; no combined system torque published (null). Gas engine rpm for peak hp is inconsistent on the sheet (table 6,400 vs footnote 6,500 rpm); 150 hp either way. Ground clearance and towing not listed on the 2027 sedan spec sheet (null). Civic Hatchback, Civic Si and Civic Type R have separate Honda spec/pricing sheets and are not included here.
- Toyota Corolla: Gas models are FWD only; AWD is available on Hybrid LE and Hybrid SE. Hybrid hp is net system output; system torque not published (engine 96 hp / 105 lb-ft), so null. Cargo is trunk volume; no max-cargo figure applies (null). Toyota publishes no towing rating on the spec page (null). Destination charge not shown on the allowed Toyota pages (null). MPG are EPA ratings.
What buyers actually paid
Median discount off MSRP from CarWhere's verified, buyer-submitted deal sheets for new Civic and Corolla purchases. Each model is matched exactly, so no other nameplate is mixed in. Use the median as a target discount when you negotiate.
Honda Civic
4.4% off MSRP (median)
Middle half of buyers: 2.6% to 7.2% off · 2.5% paid over MSRP
80 verified deals · model years 2025–2026
Toyota Corolla
5% off MSRP (median)
Middle half of buyers: 2.2% to 6.1% off · 0% paid over MSRP
58 verified deals · model years 2025–2027
Snapshot 2026-11-05. Approved, de-duplicated deals only; shown when each side has at least 5 deals. % off MSRP is before rebates. Methodology
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FAQ
Which is better, the Honda Civic or the Toyota Corolla?
The Corolla starts lower ($23,325 vs $24,995) and offers AWD, which the Civic does not. The Civic is more powerful, at 150–200 hp versus 138–169 hp, and has the bigger trunk (14.8 vs 13.1 cu ft). The hybrids are nearly tied on fuel economy: up to 49 mpg combined for the Civic and up to 50 for the Corolla.
Is the Honda Civic cheaper than the Toyota Corolla?
The Toyota Corolla has the lower starting price: the 2027 Honda Civic starts at $24,995 and tops out at $32,695, and the 2027 Toyota Corolla starts at $23,325 and tops out at $29,540. Those are base MSRPs before destination, from the manufacturers.
Is the Honda Civic bigger than the Toyota Corolla?
The Honda Civic is 184.8 in long on a 107.7-in wheelbase; the Toyota Corolla is 182.5 in on a 106.3-in wheelbase. Seating: 5 vs 5.
Which gets better gas mileage?
Combined ratings: 34–49 mpg for the Honda Civic and 33–50 mpg for the Toyota Corolla, depending on powertrain and drivetrain. Figures are EPA ratings from fueleconomy.gov, or the manufacturer's estimate where the EPA has not yet listed the new model year (see notes under the table).
How much off MSRP are buyers getting on the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla?
In CarWhere's verified deals, the median Honda Civic buyer paid 4.4% below MSRP (80 deals) and the median Toyota Corolla buyer paid 5% below MSRP (58 deals). Use those as a target discount when you negotiate; results vary by trim, region and month.
Related comparisons
Sources
- Honda News — 2027 Honda Civic Sedan Specifications & Features
- Honda News — 2027 Honda Civic Sedan Pricing and EPA Ratings (Oct 8, 2026)
- Toyota.com — 2027 Corolla features & specs
- fueleconomy.gov — 2027 Corolla (50738)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2027 Corolla (50739)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2027 Corolla (50740)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2027 Corolla (50735)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2027 Corolla (50737)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2027 Corolla (50734)
- fueleconomy.gov — 2027 Corolla (50736)
"Not published" means the manufacturer has not released that figure for this model year; CarWhere does not estimate missing specs.
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