Honda Civic vs Hyundai Elantra N
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Hyundai Elantra N
Overview
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Hyundai Elantra NElantra N Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | Elantra N Sedan |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Hyundai Elantra NElantra N Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $35,300 |
| Lowest listing price | $24,772 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $27,300 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $39,659 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 8 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Hyundai Elantra NElantra N Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 36 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 41 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 12 gal | 12.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Hyundai Elantra NElantra N Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 276 hp (best) |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft | 289 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Hyundai Elantra NElantra N Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | — | 14.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,875 lbs (best) | 3,186 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108 in (best) | 107.1 in |
| Length | 185 in | 185.4 in (best) |
| Width | 71 in | 71.9 in (best) |
| Height | 56 in (best) | 55.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Hyundai Elantra NElantra N Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | Not Rated |
| Side crash (driver) | — | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | Not Rated |
| Side pole | — | Not Rated |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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.
| Trim | Honda Civic | Hyundai Elantra N |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Elantra N Sedan $35,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $0 MSRP | Elantra N Sedan $36,800 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport $0 MSRP | TCR Edition $39,450 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport Touring $0 MSRP | TCR Edition $40,950 MSRP |
| 5 | Sport-L $0 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Honda Civic vs Hyundai Elantra N FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Honda Civic or 2026 Hyundai Elantra N?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Honda Civic vs 2026 Hyundai Elantra N on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Honda Civic or 2026 Hyundai Elantra N?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Honda Civic starts lower at $0. Live Honda Civic listings start at $24,772.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Honda Civic or 2026 Hyundai Elantra N?
- The 2027 Honda Civic leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Honda Civic or 2026 Hyundai Elantra N?
- The 2027 Honda Civic leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (49).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Honda Civic or 2026 Hyundai Elantra N?
- The 2026 Hyundai Elantra N leads on horsepower in this comparison (286).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Honda Civic vs 2026 Hyundai Elantra N?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Elantra N (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).