In the competitive compact sedan market, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra and 2025 Honda Civic stand out as leading contenders. Both models have a rich history of success, offering impressive features and performance that keep consumers coming back year after year. This article delves into the key differences between both vehicles, providing a comprehensive comparison to help you decide which car suits you best.
Design and Aesthetics
First, let's look at the distinguishing features of the exterior and interior of both models.
Exterior Design
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra's design is attractive and sporty, with a distinctive parametric-jewel pattern grille, LED lighting, and sharp angular body lines. In comparison, the 2025 Honda Civic features a clean, sophisticated design with a wide stance and low profile. It has 18-inch wheels and LED headlights and taillights.
Interior Design
The minimalist, horizontal dashboard design in the Civic is sleek and easy to navigate. You'll enjoy a generously sized digital instrument cluster and a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen. In contrast, the driver-focused cockpit in the Elantra features both a 10.25-inch instrument cluster and an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen.
Performance and Handling
Both models boast improved fuel efficiency for the 2025 model year and powerful engine options to suit all driver preferences. If you love performance and power, these two vehicles don't disappoint.
Engine Options
Below is a handy table to help you compare the 2025 Hyundai Elantra's performance and engine specs with those of the Honda Civic.
| Model | Base Engine | Upgraded Engine | Hybrid Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Hyundai Elantra | 2.0L four-cylinder (147 hp, 132 lb-ft of torque) | 1.6L turbocharged four-cylinder (201 hp, 195 lb-ft of torque) | 1.6L four-cylinder with an electric motor (139 hp combined) |
| 2025 Honda Civic | 2.0L four-cylinder (150 hp, 133 lb-ft of torque) | 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder (180 hp, 177 lb-ft of torque) | 2.0L four-cylinder with two electric motors |
Fuel Economy
Whether you're zipping around city streets or taking your journey further onto the open roads, fuel economy is an important factor to consider. The 2025 Hyundai Elantra's miles-per-gallon ratings are impressive, and the Honda Civic offers similar levels of fuel efficiency.
| Model | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Hyundai Elantra (base) | Up to 32 mpg | Up to 41 mpg | Up to 36 mpg |
| 2025 Hyundai Elantra (N Line) | Up to 28 mpg | Up to 36 mpg | Up to 31mpg |
| 2025 Hyundai Elantra (hybrid) | Up to 53 mpg | Up to 56 mpg | Up to 54 mpg |
| 2025 Honda Civic (base) | Up to 32 mpg | Up to 41 mpg | Up to 36 mpg |
| 2025 Honda Civic (upgraded) | Up to 31 mpg | Up to 39 mpg | Up to 34 mpg |
| 2025 Honda Civic (hybrid) | Up to 50 mpg | Up to 47 mpg | Up to 49 mpg |
Handling and Ride Quality
With either of these compact sedans, you can expect great performance when it comes to handling and ride quality. The 2025 Hyundai Elantra has a well-balanced suspension for comfort and handling with a sport-tuned suspension on N Line models. In comparison, the 2025 Honda Civic has a sophisticated rear suspension for improved handling and a reputation for sporty driving dynamics.
Technology and Connectivity
While cruising in your new compact sedan, you can enjoy all the luxuries of the latest technologies. In both models, you'll find impressive new updates that make driving even more of a pleasure. Let's explore how the 2025 Hyundai Elantra's technology features compare with the Civic's below.
Infotainment Systems
The Elantra includes an 8-inch touchscreen standard with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, and a speed-sensitive volume control. In comparison, the Civic features a standard 7-inch touch screen, HondaLink, speed-sensitive volume compensation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Alexa built-in.
Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems
You can rest assured that driver and passenger safety is an absolute priority in both these models. In the new 2025 Elantra and Civic, you'll find the following technologies to keep you safe:
- 2025 Hyundai Elantra: Pre-collision safety system, lane-keep assist, driver attention alert, high beam assist, blind-spot collision-avoidance assist, rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance system.
- 2025 Honda Civic: Dusk-sensing headlamps, lane-keep assist, emergency braking assist, lane departure accident-avoidance system.
Comfort, Space, and Practicality
Regardless of how you plan to use your vehicle, comfort features and space are important considerations. Both the Elantra and the Civic provide all the benefits of a compact-sized car with generous interior space.
Interior Dimensions
Discover how the interior space of both models compares in the table below.
| Model | Passenger Volume | Headroom (front/rear) | Legroom (front/rear) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Hyundai Elantra | 99.4 cubic feet | 40.6 / 37.3 inches | 42.3 / 38.0 inches |
| 2025 Honda Civic | 99.0 cubic feet | 39.3 / 37.1 inches | 42.3 / 37.4 inches |
Cargo Space
The 2025 Hyundai Elantra's cargo space is a generous 14.2 cubic feet, but the Civic has the edge with an even more capacious 14.8 cubic feet of cargo volume.
Comfort Features
Both the Elantra and the Civic will spoil you with their luxury comfort features, such as heated front seats, optional leather trims, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Pricing and Value
When it comes to pricing and value, both the 2025 Elantra and Civic are competitively priced in their segment. The ELANTRA has a starting MSRP of $21,875, while the Civic's starting price is slightly higher at $24,250.
Warranty and Reliability
The 2025 Elantra and Civic also provide comparable warranty coverage, with both offering a five-year/60,000-mile limited warranty. However, the Elantra's 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty edges out the Civic's five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. You get five-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance with the Elantra, too.
Safety Ratings
In 2024, both the Honda Civic and the Hyundai Elantra scored five-star overall ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and we expect to see the same success with the new 2025 models. The Elantra was also a 2024 Top Safety Pick for the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety.
Ready To Get Behind the Wheel?
Both the 2025 Honda Civic and Hyundai Elantra are a great choice if you're looking for a compact sedan. However, with its lower price point and more comprehensive warranty, we reckon that the Elantra is the better buy. If you'd love to get behind the wheel and test-drive the 2025 Elantra for yourself, contact our friendly team at Ciocca Hyundai of Williamsport in Muncy, PA today.
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