When you think of Honda Civic, you immediately think of its competitor – Toyota Corolla Altis Grande. More recently, Hyundai Elantra has been added to the list of Civic competitors in the local market.
The new Civic 2022 is already launched.
If you are interested in knowing more about this new sedan, read Honda Civic 2022 launched in Pakistan | Price | Specs | Features | Booking Information & More
Did you know the new Civic is highly priced, so much so that its base variant – 1.5L Turbo M-CVT costs more than Altis Grande and Elantra’s top variants?
Now you should be asking yourself, what’s special about this new Civic? Why should you be buying this expensive sedan when you can buy other cheaper, presumably better sedans.
If you are wondering this, this blog is for you.
Let’s find out whether the new Civic is rightly priced.
Civic vs Grande vs Elantra: What is the price difference?
Let’s begin with the price of the three.
| Civic Price in Pakistan | TOYOTA COROLLA X ALTIS GRANDE price in Pakistan | Hyundai Elantra price in Pakistan |
| Civic 1.5L Turbo M-CVT: Rs.5,099,000 | ALTIS GRANDE CVT-i 1.8 (BEIGE INTERIOR): Rs.4,179,000 | Hyundai Elantra 2.0 MPi: Rs.4,399,000 |
| Civic Oriel 1.5L Turbo M-CVT: Rs. 5,399,000 | ALTIS GRANDE CVT-i 1.8 (BLACK INTERIOR): Rs.4,199,000 | – |
| Civic RS 1.5L Turbo LL-CVT: Rs. 6,149,000 | – | – |
As you can see, the prices of top Grande and Elantra variants are significantly lower than the base variant of Civic. Let us see if the price difference is justified in specs and features.
Do they have identical dimensions?
Honda Civic’s specifications haven’t been released by the company yet. But there’s no significant difference between the old and new models of Civic especially when it comes to the body size.
| Dimension | Civic 1.5L Turbo M-CVT | TOYOTA COROLLA X ALTIS GRANDE CVT-i 1.8 | Hyundai Elantra 2.0 MPI |
| Length (mm) | 4687 | 4620 | 4620 |
| Width (mm) | 1802 | 1775 | 1800 |
| Height (mm) | 1432 | 1475 | 1450 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2735 | 2700 | 2700 |
| Minimum Turning Radius (m) | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 154 | 170 | – |
| Luggage compartment capacity (l) | 409 | 470 | 407 |
| Tyre | 215 / 55 / R16 | 205 / 55 R16 | 215 / 55 R16 |
New Civic is the longest and widest among all but has lowest height. Wheelbase of new Civic is also the longest in this comparison. Its ground clearance is nowhere near to Grande. In overall body dimensions, Civic 2022 is better than others.
Engines of Civic, Grande, and Elantra
Thankfully, a bit more is known about the new Civic’s engine information.
| Specification | Civic 1.5L Turbo M-CVT | TOYOTA COROLLA X ALTIS GRANDE CVT-i 1.8 | Hyundai Elantra 2.0 MPI |
| Displacement | 1498cc | 1798cc | 1999cc |
| Engine Type | Turbo | Water cooled, In-Line 4 cylinders | In-Line 4 cylinders |
| Fuel Supply System | PGM FI | Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (SFI) | MPI |
| Valve Train | DOHC Dual VTC+EXH+VTEC | 16-Valve DOHC with Dual VVT-i | 16-Valve DOHC with Dual CVVT |
| Maximum Output | 127 hp | 103kW or 138hp @6400 rpm | 115kW or 154hp @6200 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 180 N.m | 173 N.m @4000 rpm | 195 N.m @4500 rpm |
| Fuel tank capacity | 47L | 55 L | 50 L |
Based on this information, especially on horsepower and torque, we can conclude that this sedan is underpowered as compared to Grande and Elantra.
Is their fuel efficiency identical?
Let’s find out which of the three will help you save the most money at the petrol station.
| Civic 1.5L Turbo M-CVT | TOYOTA COROLLA X ALTIS GRANDE CVT-i 1.8 | Hyundai Elantra 2.0 MPI |
| – | 12-15 km/l | 12-16 km/l |
It is important to note that fuel averages may vary depending upon various factors. These factors include but are not limited to driving styles, road conditions, city vs highway driving, etc. It is too early to discuss mileage of the new Civic. We will update you as soon as we receive official figures or feedback from the car owners.
Do they all have the same safety features?
If you are going to pay about 1 million more for Civic’s base variant, it better be safer than the other two, right? Let’s find out if it actually is. However, keep in mind that the base variant of Civic is not equipped with Honda Sensing.
| Features | Civic 1.5L Turbo M-CVT | TOYOTA COROLLA X ALTIS GRANDE CVT-i 1.8 | Hyundai Elantra 2.0 MPI |
| Airbags | 2 (driver and passenger side) | 2 (driver and passenger side) | 2 (driver and passenger side) |
| Seat Belt | All persons | All persons | All persons |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors | ✓ | With Alarm | ✓ |
| High Mount Stop Lamp | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart Key | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Traction / Vehicle Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist (HA) | ✓ | X | ✓ |
| Anti Lock Braking System (ABS) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Brake Assist (BA) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Brake Type | All Discs | Front (Ventilated Discs), Rear (Solid Discs) | Front (Ventilated Discs), Rear (14” Discs) |
| Camera | X | Front and Rear | Rear |
| Push Start | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fog lamps | ✓ | ✓ | X |
As can be seen, the base variant has almost the same features that you get in a Grande or an Elantra. You don’t get any special or extra safety features with 1 million rupees. Yes, the cameras are also missing in base variant of Civic.
What about the comfort levels of these sedans?
If not safer than Grande and Elantra, is the new Civic any more comfortable of the two?
| Features | Civic 1.5L Turbo M-CVT | TOYOTA COROLLA X ALTIS GRANDE CVT-i 1.8 | Hyundai Elantra 2.0 MPI |
| Climate Control | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sunroof | X | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rain Sensing Wiper | X | ✓ | ✓ |
| Display screen | 7-Inch | 9-inch touchscreen | 8-inch display |
| Infotainment System | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | Android-powered, built-in webcam, navigation controls, WiFi with hotspot, Bluetooth, Toyota connect, voice control, USB, SIM (Internet-ready), AUX etc. | AM/FM, MP3, USB/AUX, Bluetooth, etc. |
| Rear USB Charging ports | X | ✓ | X |
| Speakers | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| Instrument Cluster | 7-Inch TFT | Speedometer, Tachometer, Economy Meter, | Speedometer, Tachometer, Economy Meter, and 4.2 TFT screen |
| Steering Wheel Switches | Audio + MID + Cruise Control | Audio + MID | Audio + MID + Voice control |
| Steering Wheel adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Seats Material | Fabric | Partial Leather | Leather |
| Height Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes | Yes (Manual) | Yes (Electric) |
| Rear Headrest | All | All | 2 |
| Rear Armrest | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear AC Vents | ✓ | X | ✓ |
You are not going to find some comfort features in the base variant of Civic that you can enjoy in the other two cars. A smaller screen less number of speakers, sunroof, and rain sensing wiper are the notable features missing in it.
Should you buy the new Civic 2022?
Unless you’re a diehard Civic lover, it’s hard to see why anyone would buy Civic’s base variant. It’s neither safe nor offers more comfort features than the other two. And on top of it, it is 1 million more in price.
Did you find this comparison helpful? After reading this blog, would you still want to buy the new Civic? If yes, let us know your reasons.
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