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Ford Focus vs Honda Civic

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

Vehicles

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2018 Ford Focus

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2026 Honda Civic

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Overview

SpecFord FocusSHonda CivicLX
Selected trimSLX
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20182026

Pricing & market

SpecFord FocusSHonda CivicLX
MSRP$17,950 (best)$24,695
Lowest listing price$6,423 (best)$23,822
Median listing price$9,856 (best)$27,850
Highest listing price$15,717 (best)$28,907
For sale now422 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord FocusSHonda CivicLX
Combined MPG28 MPG36 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG32 MPG (best)
Highway MPG34 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank12.4 gal12.4 gal

Performance

SpecFord FocusSHonda CivicLX
Horsepower160 hp (best)150 hp
Torque146 lb-ft (best)133 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord FocusSHonda CivicLX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13.2 cu ft14.8 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,928 lbs2,875 lbs (best)
Wheelbase104.3 in107.7 in (best)
Length178.7 in184.8 in (best)
Width71.8 in (best)70.9 in
Height57.8 in (best)55.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord FocusSHonda 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)7None 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.

TrimFord FocusHonda Civic
1

S

$17,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$24,695 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SE

$19,245 MSRP

Sport

$26,695 MSRP

3

SE

$20,540 MSRP

Sport

$27,895 MSRP

4

SEL

$21,870 MSRP

Sport Hybrid

$29,395 MSRP

5

SEL

$22,070 MSRP

Sport Hybrid

$30,595 MSRP

6

Titanium

$24,270 MSRP

Si

$31,495 MSRP

7

Titanium

$24,470 MSRP

Sport Touring Hybrid

$32,395 MSRP

8

ST

$25,170 MSRP

Sport Touring Hybrid

$33,595 MSRP

9

Electric

$29,120 MSRP

Type R

$47,395 MSRP

10

RS

$41,120 MSRP

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Ford Focus vs Honda Civic FAQ

Which is better: 2018 Ford Focus or 2026 Honda Civic?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Ford Focus 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: 2018 Ford Focus or 2026 Honda Civic?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Ford Focus starts lower at $17,950. Live Ford Focus listings start at $6,423. Live Honda Civic listings start at $23,822.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 Ford Focus or 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,950).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 Ford Focus or 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (49).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2018 Ford Focus or 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (115).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 Ford Focus or 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on horsepower in this comparison (350).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2018 Ford Focus vs 2026 Honda Civic?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Focus (5/5 NHTSA overall); Honda Civic (5/5 NHTSA overall).