2021 Civic vs. 2021 Corolla Near Sarasota, FL

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For years and years, the compact sedan ruled the road in a world that prioritized fuel efficiency over almost everything else. Though other types of cars - namely SUVs - have largely taken over the American roadways, the compact sedan is still a popular and attractive choice for many types of drivers - not everyone needs the massive amounts of space that draws folks to SUVs. If you're looking to add a compact car to your driveway, there's a high chance that you've come across the Honda Civic and the Toyota Corolla in your research. These two compacts have ruled the roost since the early days of the sedan and show no sign of slowing down now. Which should you choose though? Find out in this side-by-side comparison of the

Performance

The lower trims of the Honda Civic have a 2.0-liter engine that puts out 158 horsepower and 138 pound-feet of torque and a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The upper trims of the 2021 Civic upgrade to a turbocharged 1.5-liter engine with 174 horsepower and 168 pound-feet of torque. If you're someone who seeks the control and thrill of a manual transmission, you'll want to check out the Civic's sport trim that offers a six-speed manual.

On the other hand, the lower trims of the 2021 Corolla offer a 1.8-liter engine with 139 horsepower and 126 lb.-ft. of torque and a CVT. Upper trim of the Corolla offer a 2.0-liter 169-horsepower engine with 151 pound-feet of torque and either a 6-speed manual transmission or a CVT. Both the Civic and the Corolla offer very good fuel economy estimates to help you maximize your trips to the gas station.

Interior Comparison

When comparing the interiors of two vehicles, it's important to take the space and the features into account. Though the Corolla offers Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto as standard features in its base trim, the Civic offers these features standard from the second trim up and it has a major leg up - more interior space in almost every single measurement. The 2021 Honda Civic wins out for overall passenger space, front headroom, front legroom, front shoulder room, rear legroom, rear shoulder room, and trunk space over the 2021 Corolla. While you can always add features to a car, you can't add space, making the Civic the interior winner.

Safety Features

The 2021 Honda Civic and the 2021 Toyota Corolla both offer several driver assistance features as standard equipment. The 2021 Honda has:

  • Collision Mitigation Braking System
  • Road Departure Mitigation System
  • Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow
  • Lane Keeping Assist System
  • Forward Collision Warning
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Automatic High Beams

On the other hand, the 2021 Corolla offers:

  • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
  • Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
  • Automatic High Beams
  • Road Sign Assist
  • Lane Tracing Assist
  • Adaptive Cruise Control

Although both sedans have a generous list of standard safety features, the Civic has more standard features than the Corolla, giving it another leg up in the competition.

Find Your 2021 Civic at Hendrick Honda Bradenton

The has been the class-leader for decades by offering a roomy interior, great power, high fuel efficiency, and an impressive number of features. You can drive through Sarasota in the 2021 Honda Civic today when you shop from our Civic inventory at . Stop by when you're ready for a Civic test drive!