Lexus IS vs Honda Civic Hatchback
Overview | |
Years produced1998 | Years produced2001-Present |
MSRP$24,950 | MSRP$39,125 |
Listings8948 | Listings4767 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryFew cars can put a smile on your face when driving and making the monthly payment like a 2024 Civic can. That’s especially true when it comes to the hatchback version, which adds significant utility and an available manual transmission to the mix. Last redesigned for 2022, the Civic hasn’t seen any major changes since then. But next year, the 2025 Civic Hybrid arrives in both hatch and sedan flavors. Verdict: We’re big fans of the 2024 Honda Civic. Unless you want all-wheel drive, you can’t go wrong with this excellent compact car. It’s practical and safe, affordable yet first-rate, and thanks to its available turbocharged engine is a blast to drive. Instead of getting a small SUV like everyone else, strongly consider a Civic Hatchback instead. | |
Reviews SummaryAfter a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City30 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City30 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space24.5 cu ft | Cargo Space10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight2928 lbs | Curb Weight3715 lbs |
Height55.7 in | Height56.5 in |
Length179.0 in | Length185.4 in |
Width70.9 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase107.7 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1998 | 2001-Present |
MSRP | $24,950 | $39,125 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Few cars can put a smile on your face when driving and making the monthly payment like a 2024 Civic can. That’s especially true when it comes to the hatchback version, which adds significant utility and an available manual transmission to the mix. Last redesigned for 2022, the Civic hasn’t seen any major changes since then. But next year, the 2025 Civic Hybrid arrives in both hatch and sedan flavors. Verdict: We’re big fans of the 2024 Honda Civic. Unless you want all-wheel drive, you can’t go wrong with this excellent compact car. It’s practical and safe, affordable yet first-rate, and thanks to its available turbocharged engine is a blast to drive. Instead of getting a small SUV like everyone else, strongly consider a Civic Hatchback instead. | After a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 158 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 30 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 158 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 30 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 24.5 cu ft | 10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2928 lbs | 3715 lbs |
Height | 55.7 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 185.4 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 107.7 in | 110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 825 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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