2024 Honda Civic vs. 2025 Hyundai Elantra Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda Civic

2024 Honda
Civic

MSRP*: $23,950 to $30,550
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2025 Hyundai
Elantra

MSRP*: $21,875 to $28,725
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MPG - City 30 - 33 MPG 28 - 32 MPG
MPG - Hwy 37 - 42 MPG 35 - 41 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 158-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 180-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 158 - 180 hp 147 - 201 hp
Exterior Length 184.0 in 184.1 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 37.6 - 39.3 in
Rear 37.1 in
Front 38.7 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will feel a little more squished in the Honda Civic than in the Hyundai Elantra, due to the Honda Civic's smaller rear head- and legroom. The Hyundai Elantra will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Honda Civic.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Honda Civic is somewhat more expensive than the Hyundai Elantra.

Dimensions
The Honda Civic is a little narrower than the Hyundai Elantra, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the Honda Civic takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Hyundai Elantra.

Handling
The Honda Civic has about the same turning radius as the Hyundai Elantra, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Civic is somewhat more powerful than the Hyundai Elantra.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Honda Civic does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Hyundai Elantra.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Honda Civic and the Hyundai Elantra.