Honda Civic Type R vs Toyota Corolla

Overview

Specification Honda Civic Type R Toyota Corolla
Brand Honda Toyota
Model Civic Type R Corolla
Year 2025 2026
Type — —
Body Style Hatchback Compact Sedan

Pricing

Specification Honda Civic Type R Toyota Corolla
Current Price $45,000 $28,799 – $29,500
MSRP $45,000 $29,500
Dealer Price $44,000 $28,299

Engine & Performance

Specification Honda Civic Type R Toyota Corolla
Engine 2.0L Turbocharged VTEC Inline-4 2.0L Dynamic Force Inline-4
Horsepower 315 hp @ 6,500 rpm 169 hp
Torque 310 lb-ft @ 2,600-4,000 rpm 151 lb-ft
0–60 mph 4.9 sec (0-60 mph) Approx. 8.1 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 170 mph Approx. 118 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Honda Civic Type R Toyota Corolla
Fuel Type Gasoline (Premium Unleaded Recommended) Gasoline
Mileage / MPG 22 mpg city / 28 mpg highway / 24 mpg combined 35 MPG combined
Range (EV) N/A N/A
Emissions Low Emission Vehicle (LEV3-SULEV30) Meets applicable U.S. federal and state standards
Battery Standard 12V automotive battery N/A
Charging N/A N/A

Ratings

Specification Honda Civic Type R Toyota Corolla
Expert Rating 4.8/10 4.6/10
Community Reviews 0 1680
Performance Score 9.7 8.0
Comfort Score 8.0 8.6
Safety Score 9.0 9.3
Fuel Economy Score 7.5 9.2
Technology Score 8.8 8.5
Value Score 8.8 9.1

Verdict

Specification Honda Civic Type R Toyota Corolla
Pros Incredible handling and chassis balance; Brilliant 6-speed manual shifter with rev-matching; Strong 315-hp turbocharged... Excellent reliability reputation; Strong fuel economy; Comprehensive standard safety features; Affordable ownership and...
Cons Strictly limited to a four-passenger seating capacity; Aggressive exterior styling may not appeal to everyone; High dema... Rear-seat space is moderate for tall adults; Performance is adequate but not sporty; Some premium tech requires higher t...