2024 Toyota Corolla vs. Honda Civic

Looking for a compact sedan that combines reliable performance and distinctive style for all your Wappinger and Poughkeepsie drives? For decades, the Toyota Corolla and the Honda Civic have been the go-to choice for compact car aficionados, and with each vehicle offering so many capabilities and features, it’s easy to see why. But one of these options will be a better fit for your needs, budget, and driving experience–which will it be? Find out by comparing the 2024 Toyota Corolla vs. Honda Civic in the guide below, courtesy of DCH Wappingers Falls Toyota.

Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla: Price

Both the Corolla and the Civic are competitively priced, but the Toyota has a lower starting MSRP across all trim levels. So, when shopping on a budget, the Corolla is the more logical choice. See how the 2024 Toyota Corolla vs. Honda Civic prices compare.

2024 Toyota Corolla Prices 

• LE: $21,900 MSRP*
• SE: $24,340 MSRP*
• Nightshade: $25,340 MSRP*
• XSE: $27,000 MSRP*
• Hybrid LE:$23,300 MSRP*
• Hybrid SE: $25,740 MSRP*
• Hybrid Nightshade: $26,740 MSRP*
• Hybrid XLE: $27,050 MSRP*

2024 Honda Civic Prices 

• LX:$23,950 MSRP**
• Sport: $25,550 MSRP**
• EX:$26,950 MSRP**
• Touring: $30,550 MSRP**

Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla: Performance Specs

When it comes to performance, the Corolla again bests the Civic. While the base trims of each vehicle share the same maximum estimated combined mpg ratings, the base-level engine of the Toyota delivers more power on the roads of Fishkill and beyond. Here are some key engine and performance specs of the 2024 Toyota Corolla vs. Honda Civic:

2024 Toyota Corolla (Base Trim)

• 2.0L 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve engine with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence
• 169 hp
• 151 lb-ft of torque
• 32 city mpg / 41 highway mpg / 35 combined mpg

2024 Honda Civic (Base Trim)

• 2.0L In-Line 4-Cylinder 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC® engine
• 158 hp
• 138 lb-ft of torque
• 31 city mpg / 40 highway mpg / 35 combined mpg

And you can increase your fuel efficiency even more with a Toyota Corolla hybrid trim, of which there are four to choose from! As of 2023, the Honda Civic offers no hybrid versions.

Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla: Features

As far as features go, both the Corolla and the Civic are designed for comfort, convenience, and style. But only the Corolla takes these qualities to the next level, thanks to amenities like these–which you won’t find on the Civic:

• Eight-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with six speakers, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, and SiriusXM® with a three-month Platinum Plan trial subscription
• Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 with Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Proactive Driving Assist, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Automatic High Beams, Road Sign Assist, and Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Free Toyota Service Connect subscription for up to 10 years, which gives you personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports

Test Drive the Toyota Corolla at DCH Wappingers Falls Toyota

As you can see, in a Toyota Corolla vs. Honda Civic square-off, the Toyota is the obvious winner. Stop by our Wappingers Falls location today to experience this exceptional compact car for yourself. Already sold on the Corolla? Apply for financing and value your trade-in, right from the comfort of home. Come see why the Toyota Corolla is the legend that it is!