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Dodge Dart vs Honda Civic

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

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2016 Dodge Dart

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2026 Honda Civic

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Overview

SpecDodge DartSEHonda CivicLX
Selected trimSELX
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20162026

Pricing & market

SpecDodge DartSEHonda CivicLX
MSRP$16,995 (best)$24,695
Lowest listing price—$23,822 (best)
Median listing price—$27,850 (best)
Highest listing price—$28,907 (best)
For sale now022 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge DartSEHonda CivicLX
Combined MPG29 MPG36 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG32 MPG (best)
Highway MPG36 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14.2 gal (best)12.4 gal

Performance

SpecDodge DartSEHonda CivicLX
Horsepower160 hp (best)150 hp
Torque148 lb-ft (best)133 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecDodge DartSEHonda CivicLX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13.1 cu ft14.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,186 lbs2,875 lbs (best)
Wheelbase106.4 in107.7 in (best)
Length183.9 in184.8 in (best)
Width72 in (best)70.9 in
Height57.7 in (best)55.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge DartSEHonda CivicLX
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)5None 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.

TrimDodge DartHonda Civic
1

SE

$16,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$24,695 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SXT Sport

$17,995 MSRP

Sport

$26,695 MSRP

3

SXT Sport Rallye

$18,995 MSRP

Sport

$27,895 MSRP

4

SXT

$19,395 MSRP

Sport Hybrid

$29,395 MSRP

5

Turbo

$19,495 MSRP

Sport Hybrid

$30,595 MSRP

6

SXT Sport Blacktop

$19,595 MSRP

Si

$31,495 MSRP

7

GT Sport

$20,995 MSRP

Sport Touring Hybrid

$32,395 MSRP

8

Aero

$21,095 MSRP

Sport Touring Hybrid

$33,595 MSRP

9

GT Sport Blacktop

$21,595 MSRP

Type R

$47,395 MSRP

10

GT

$22,095 MSRP

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11

Limited

$24,395 MSRP

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Dodge Dart vs Honda Civic FAQ

Which is better: 2016 Dodge Dart or 2026 Honda Civic?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Dodge Dart 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: 2016 Dodge Dart or 2026 Honda Civic?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Dodge Dart starts lower at $16,995. Live Honda Civic listings start at $23,822.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Dodge Dart or 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2016 Dodge Dart leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,995).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Dodge Dart or 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (49).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 Dodge Dart or 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on horsepower in this comparison (315).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 Dodge Dart or 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2016 Dodge Dart leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2016 Dodge Dart vs 2026 Honda Civic?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Dart (5/5 NHTSA overall); Honda Civic (5/5 NHTSA overall).