← Back to compare hub

Ford Probe vs Honda Civic

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

Vehicles

Ford logo

1997 Ford Probe

Honda logo

2027 Honda Civic

Overview

SpecFord ProbeBaseHonda CivicLX
Selected trimBaseLX
Body styleHatchbackSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year19972027

Pricing & market

SpecFord ProbeBaseHonda CivicLX
MSRP$0$0
Lowest listing price—$24,772 (best)
Median listing price—$27,300 (best)
Highest listing price—$39,659 (best)
For sale now08 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord ProbeBaseHonda CivicLX
Combined MPG25 MPG36 MPG (best)
City MPG23 MPG32 MPG (best)
Highway MPG30 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.5 gal (best)12 gal

Performance

SpecFord ProbeBaseHonda CivicLX
Horsepower118 hp150 hp (best)
Torque127 lb-ft133 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord ProbeBaseHonda CivicLX
Seating—5 seats (best)
Doors34 (best)
Cargo volume18.8 cu ft (best)—
Curb weight2,690 lbs (best)2,875 lbs
Wheelbase102.8 in108 in (best)
Length178.7 in185 in (best)
Width69.8 in71 in (best)
Height51.6 in56 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecFord ProbeBaseHonda CivicLX
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None 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 ProbeHonda Civic
1

Base

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

GT

$0 MSRP

Sport

$0 MSRP

3—

Sport

$0 MSRP

4—

Sport Touring

$0 MSRP

5—

Sport-L

$0 MSRP

Live inventory

Ford Probe vs Honda Civic FAQ

Which is better: 1997 Ford Probe or 2027 Honda Civic?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1997 Ford Probe vs 2027 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: 1997 Ford Probe or 2027 Honda Civic?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 Ford Probe starts lower at $0. Live Honda Civic listings start at $24,772.
Which has better combinedMpg: 1997 Ford Probe or 2027 Honda Civic?
The 2027 Honda Civic leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (49).
Which has better horsepower: 1997 Ford Probe or 2027 Honda Civic?
The 2027 Honda Civic leads on horsepower in this comparison (200).
Which has better seats: 1997 Ford Probe or 2027 Honda Civic?
The 2027 Honda Civic leads on seats in this comparison (5).