Honda Civic vs BMW 3 Series
Overview | |
Years produced1973-Present | Years produced1975-Present |
MSRP$24,250 | MSRP$43,800 |
Average price$17,311 | Average price$21,523 |
Listings9170 | Listings8955 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryAs it previously did for the Accord and the CR-V, Honda has now divided the Civic trim structure by powertrain. This review focuses on the gas-only Civic, offered in LX and Sport trims or as the Civic Si, which we flew to Nashville to test. The Civic Hybrid (offered in Sport or Sport Touring trims) and the Civic Type R are covered as separate models. Verdict: We absolutely recommend the 2025 Honda Civic Si for driving enthusiasts. For those new to the road and anyone looking for an affordable sedan or hatchback, the base Civic is a great choice. | |
Reviews SummaryBMW’s best-selling car enjoys a mid-cycle refresh for 2023. Sleeker styling, an updated driver-oriented cockpit, and loads of new technology make the new BMW 3 Series sports sedan as competitive as ever. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 150 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque133 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower150 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.8 cu ft | Cargo Space16.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight2877 lbs | Curb Weight3536 lbs |
Height55.7 in | Height56.8 in |
Length184.0 in | Length185.9 in |
Width70.9 in | Width81.4 in |
Wheelbase107.7 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload829 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1973-Present | 1975-Present |
MSRP | $24,250 | $43,800 |
Average price | $17,311 | $21,523 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | As it previously did for the Accord and the CR-V, Honda has now divided the Civic trim structure by powertrain. This review focuses on the gas-only Civic, offered in LX and Sport trims or as the Civic Si, which we flew to Nashville to test. The Civic Hybrid (offered in Sport or Sport Touring trims) and the Civic Type R are covered as separate models. Verdict: We absolutely recommend the 2025 Honda Civic Si for driving enthusiasts. For those new to the road and anyone looking for an affordable sedan or hatchback, the base Civic is a great choice. | BMW’s best-selling car enjoys a mid-cycle refresh for 2023. Sleeker styling, an updated driver-oriented cockpit, and loads of new technology make the new BMW 3 Series sports sedan as competitive as ever. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
MPG City | 25 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 150 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 133 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower | 150 hp @ 6400 rpm | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.8 cu ft | 16.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2877 lbs | 3536 lbs |
Height | 55.7 in | 56.8 in |
Length | 184.0 in | 185.9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 81.4 in |
Wheelbase | 107.7 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 829 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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