Honda Civic vs Honda CR-V
Overview | |
Years produced1973-Present | Years produced1996-Present |
MSRP$24,595 | MSRP$28,410 |
Listings9500 | Listings9302 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryIt’s been almost half a decade since Honda introduced this latest Civic. That’s hard to believe, because this car has aged with remarkable grace. After a mild update for the 2025 model year, the 2026 Civic lineup carries over unchanged. It continues to offer sedans and hatchbacks, with or without hybrid power. Sporty Si and performance-tuned Type R variants are also available, but Honda still doesn’t offer the Civic with all-wheel drive. Does that matter? Seemingly not, because the Civic is Honda’s second-best-selling car (behind the CR-V), and one of the top-selling compact cars in America. Verdict: You’ll pay a premium to buy a Honda Civic. In many ways, it’s worth the extra money. In others, not so much. Still, while there are better deals in the compact car class, few are as satisfying to drive, and that’s true even when the Civic is equipped with its base engine. | |
Reviews SummaryA redesigned 2023 Honda CR-V is on sale, improving on the successful formula the automaker has used for more than 25 years. The 2023 CR-V remains one of the roomiest compact crossover SUVs in its class, and it get an overdue infusion of new infotainment systems and safety features that bring it up to par with its many rivals. In addition, with the 2023 CR-V, Honda places greater emphasis on electrification with a next-generation hybrid powertrain that comes standard in half the lineup. However, in this review, we’ll focus on the 2023 Honda CR-V EX and EX-L trims with the standard turbocharged four-cylinder engine instead of the Honda CR-V Hybrid models. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine1.5L 190 hp I4 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower190 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 150 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 190 hp I4 |
Torque133 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower150 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower190 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.8 cu ft | Cargo Space39.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight2875 lbs | Curb Weight3472 lbs |
Height55.7 in | Height66.2 in |
Length184.8 in | Length184.8 in |
Width70.9 in | Width73.5 in |
Wheelbase107.7 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1973-Present | 1996-Present |
MSRP | $24,595 | $28,410 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | It’s been almost half a decade since Honda introduced this latest Civic. That’s hard to believe, because this car has aged with remarkable grace. After a mild update for the 2025 model year, the 2026 Civic lineup carries over unchanged. It continues to offer sedans and hatchbacks, with or without hybrid power. Sporty Si and performance-tuned Type R variants are also available, but Honda still doesn’t offer the Civic with all-wheel drive. Does that matter? Seemingly not, because the Civic is Honda’s second-best-selling car (behind the CR-V), and one of the top-selling compact cars in America. Verdict: You’ll pay a premium to buy a Honda Civic. In many ways, it’s worth the extra money. In others, not so much. Still, while there are better deals in the compact car class, few are as satisfying to drive, and that’s true even when the Civic is equipped with its base engine. | A redesigned 2023 Honda CR-V is on sale, improving on the successful formula the automaker has used for more than 25 years. The 2023 CR-V remains one of the roomiest compact crossover SUVs in its class, and it get an overdue infusion of new infotainment systems and safety features that bring it up to par with its many rivals. In addition, with the 2023 CR-V, Honda places greater emphasis on electrification with a next-generation hybrid powertrain that comes standard in half the lineup. However, in this review, we’ll focus on the 2023 Honda CR-V EX and EX-L trims with the standard turbocharged four-cylinder engine instead of the Honda CR-V Hybrid models. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 190 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 190 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 28 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 150 hp I4 | 1.5L 190 hp I4 |
Torque | 133 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower | 150 hp @ 6400 rpm | 190 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.8 cu ft | 39.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2875 lbs | 3472 lbs |
Height | 55.7 in | 66.2 in |
Length | 184.8 in | 184.8 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 73.5 in |
Wheelbase | 107.7 in | 106.3 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |
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