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Chevrolet Cruze vs Honda Civic

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2019 Chevrolet Cruze

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2026 Honda Civic

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Overview

SpecChevrolet CruzeLHonda CivicLX
Selected trimLLX
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20192026

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet CruzeLHonda CivicLX
MSRP$17,995 (best)$24,695
Lowest listing price$6,797 (best)$23,822
Median listing price$7,589 (best)$28,222
Highest listing price$8,380 (best)$28,907
For sale now221 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet CruzeLHonda CivicLX
Combined MPG32 MPG36 MPG (best)
City MPG28 MPG32 MPG (best)
Highway MPG38 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank13.7 gal (best)12.4 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet CruzeLHonda CivicLX
Horsepower153 hp (best)150 hp
Torque177 lb-ft (best)133 lb-ft
Engine size1.4 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet CruzeLHonda CivicLX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.8 cu ft14.8 cu ft
Curb weight2,870 lbs (best)2,875 lbs
Wheelbase106.3 in107.7 in (best)
Length183.7 in184.8 in (best)
Width70.5 in70.9 in (best)
Height57.4 in (best)55.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet CruzeLHonda CivicLX
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChevrolet CruzeHonda Civic
1

L

$17,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$24,695 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LS

$19,120 MSRP

Sport

$26,695 MSRP

3

LS

$19,620 MSRP

Sport

$27,895 MSRP

4

LT

$21,720 MSRP

Sport Hybrid

$29,395 MSRP

5

LT

$22,120 MSRP

Sport Hybrid

$30,595 MSRP

6

LT

$25,620 MSRP

Si

$31,495 MSRP

7

LT

$26,120 MSRP

Sport Touring Hybrid

$32,395 MSRP

8

Premier

$23,520 MSRP

Sport Touring Hybrid

$33,595 MSRP

9

Premier

$24,020 MSRP

Type R

$47,395 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Cruze vs Honda Civic FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2026 Honda Civic?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2026 Honda Civic on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2026 Honda Civic?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze starts lower at $17,995. Live Chevrolet Cruze listings start at $6,797. Live Honda Civic listings start at $23,822.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,995).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (49).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on horsepower in this comparison (315).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2026 Honda Civic?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Cruze (5/5 NHTSA overall); Honda Civic (5/5 NHTSA overall).