Overview
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
Base MSRP
$22,925
$24,695
Cargo Space
13.1
14.8
Engine
2.0L inline 4-cylinder
2.0L inline 4-cylinder
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 split
One-piece
Headroom (front/rear)
38.3 / 37.1
39.3 / 37.1
Horsepower
169
150
Leg Room (front/rear)
42.0 / 34.8
42.3 / 37.4
Seats
5
5
In our Toyota Corolla vs. Honda Civic comparison, we examine how these compact sedans measure up.
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has a starting MSRP of $22,925, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX has a starting MSRP of $24,695.
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has an EPA-estimated 35 mpg combined fuel economy rating, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX has an EPA-estimated 36 mpg combined fuel economy rating. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have a seating capacity of five.
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 53.9 in. front hip room and 51.3 in. rear hip room, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX has 54.3 in. front hip room and 48.9 in. rear hip room. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has a cargo capacity of 13.1 cu. ft. The 2026 Honda Civic LX has a cargo capacity of 14.8 cu. ft.
Pricing
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
Base MSRP
$22,925
$24,695
Delivery
$1,195
$1,195
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has a starting MSRP of $22,925, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX has a starting MSRP of $24,695.
Engine
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
Compressor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine
2.0L inline 4-cylinder
2.0L inline 4-cylinder
Horsepower
169
150
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 169 horsepower, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX has 150 horsepower. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 151 lb.-ft. of torque, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX has 133 lb.-ft. of torque. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have 2.0L inline 4-cylinder engines.
Fuel Economy
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
City Fuel Economy (MPG)
32
32
Estimated Combined Fuel Economy (mpg)
35
36
Highway Fuel Economy (MPG)
41
41
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has EPA-estimated mpg ratings of 32/41/35 (city/hwy/comb), while the 2026 Honda Civic LX has EPA-estimated mpg ratings of 32/41/36 (city/hwy/comb).
Transmission
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
Drive
FWD
FWD
Transmission Speeds
Variable
Variable
Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have FWD drive. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have variable transmission speeds.
Safety and Driver Assist
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
Blind spot warning sensor
Standard
Not Available
Collision warning system activates at low speed
Front
Front
Collision warning system includes automatic braking
Yes
Yes
Cornering brake control
Not Available
Standard
Cross-traffic alert (front / rear)
Not Available / Standard
Not Available / Not Available
Day Time Running Lights
Standard
Standard
Electronic traction control
Standard
Standard
Front airbags (driver / passenger)
Standard / Standard
Standard / Standard
Hill holder
Standard
Standard
Knee airbags (driver / passenger)
Standard / Not Available
Standard / Standard
LATCH system
Standard
Standard
Lane departure warning
Standard
Standard
Lane departure warning activates steering
Yes
Yes
Low tire pressure warning
Standard
Standard
Power steering
Standard
Standard
Rear parking distance sensors
Standard Camera
Standard Multi-Angle Rear View Camera Camera
Side airbags (front / rear / third row)
Standard / Standard / Not Available
Standard / Standard / Not Available
Side curtain airbags (front only / front and rear / all three rows)
Not Available / Standard / Not Available
Not Available / Standard / Not Available
Side parking distance sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Stability control
Standard
Standard
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has a standard blind spot warning sensor, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX does not have a blind spot warning sensor. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has a standard rear cross-traffic alert, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX does not have a rear cross-traffic alert. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have standard front airbags.
Comfort and Convenience
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
Adaptive cruise control
Yes
Yes
Automatic high beams
Standard
Standard
Automatic trunk/hatch closing
Not Available
Not Available
Climate control type
Auto
Auto
Climate control zones
1
1
Electronic parking brake
Standard
Standard
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 split
One-piece
Front seat height adjustment (driver / passenger)
Manual / -
Manual / -
Heated door mirrors (driver / passenger)
Standard / Standard
Not Available / Not Available
Heated front seats (driver / passenger)
Not Available / Not Available
Not Available / Not Available
Intermittent windshield wiper type
Fixed
Fixed
Multi-function steering wheel
Standard
Standard
One-touch power windows (driver / passenger / rear)
Standard / Standard / Standard
Standard / Standard / Not Available
Smart key
Optional
Standard, Smart Entry & Start System
Steering wheel adjustment (height / telescopic / easy entry)
Standard / Standard / Not Available
Standard / Standard / Not Available
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has an optional auto-dimming rear view mirror, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX does not have an auto-dimming rear view mirror. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has standard heated door mirrors, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX does not have standard heated mirror doors. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has standard one-touch power windows for the driver, passenger, and rear windows, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX has standard driver and passenger one-touch power windows, but it does not have rear one-touch power windows.
Infotainment
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
Android Auto compatible
Standard
Standard
Apple CarPlay compatible
Standard
Standard
Navigation display
8.00 in. 3D and voice, Optional 3D and voice
-
Navigation system
Standard
Not Available
Satellite radio
Standard
Not Available
Speakers
6
4
Telematics system
Safety Connect®
HondaLink™ Basic
Voice activation
Standard
Standard
Wireless charging pad
Optional
Not Available
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has six speakers, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX has four speakers. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has an optional wireless charging pad, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX does not have a wireless charging pad. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has an 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with an optional 3D and voice navigation (4G network dependent), while the 2026 Honda Civic LX does not have a built-in navigation display.
Interior
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
12V power outlet (front / rear / cargo)
Standard / Not Available / Not Available
Standard / Not Available / Not Available
Armrest (front / rear)
Standard / Standard
Standard / Not Available
Cupholders (front / rear)
Standard / Standard
Standard / Not Available
Front sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Overhead console storage
Not Available
Not Available
Reading lights (front / rear)
Standard / Not Available
Standard / Not Available
Seats
5
5
Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have a seating capacity of five. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have standard front 12v power outlets. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have standard front reading lights.
Warranty
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
Roadside assistance (months / miles)
24 / 9999999
36 / 36000
Whole vehicle warranty (months / miles)
36 / 36000
36 / 36000
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 24-month, unlimited mileage roadside assistance, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX has 36-month/36,000-mile roadside assistance. The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 24-month/25,000-mile no-additional cost scheduled maintenance plan, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX has 12-month/12,000-mile no-additional cost maintenance plan. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have 36-month/36,000-mile whole vehicle warranty.
Exterior
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
Disc brakes
4
4
Front fog lights
Not Available
Not Available
Front wheels
16x6.5" Steel, Optional 16x6.5" Alloy
16x7.0" Steel, Optional 18x7.0" Alloy
Headlights
LED
LED
Rear spoiler
Not Available
Optional
Rear tires (standard)
205/55/HR16 All Seasons
215/55/HR16 All Seasons
Rear wheels
16x6.5" Steel, Optional 16x6.5" Alloy
16x7.0" Steel, Optional 18x8.0" Alloy
Side mirror indicator lights (driver / passenger)
Not Available / Not Available
Not Available / Not Available
Spare/Temporary Tire
Standard
Standard
Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have standard spare/temporary tires. Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have LED headlights.
Suspension
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
Stabilizer bar (front / rear)
Standard / Standard
Standard / Standard
Both the 2026 Toyota Corolla LE and the 2026 Honda Civic LX have standard front and rear stabilizer bars.
Dimensions
2026 Corolla
2026Civic
Cargo Space
13.1
14.8
Curb weight (lbs)
2955
2875
Headroom (front/rear)
38.3 / 37.1
39.3 / 37.1
Leg Room (front/rear)
42.0 / 34.8
42.3 / 37.4
Overall height (in)
56.5
55.7
Overall length (in)
182.5
184.8
Overall width (in)
70.1
70.9
Shoulder Room (front/rear)
54.0 / 51.7
57.0 / 56.0
Wheelbase (in)
106.3
107.7
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE has 38.3 in. front headroom and 37.1 in. rear headroom, while the 2026 Honda Civic LX 2.5 S has 39.3 in. front headroom and 37.1 in. rear headroom.
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