Honda Civic vs Subaru BRZ
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Subaru BRZ
Overview
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | Limited |
| Body style | Sedan | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $36,140 |
| Lowest listing price | $24,559 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $27,477 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $39,075 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 9 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 36 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 41 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 12 gal | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 228 hp (best) |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 6.3 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,875 lbs | 2,842 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108 in (best) | 101.4 in |
| Length | 185 in (best) | 167.9 in |
| Width | 71 in (best) | 69.9 in |
| Height | 56 in (best) | 51.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Subaru BRZ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Limited $36,140 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $0 MSRP | Limited $36,990 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport $0 MSRP | tS $38,770 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport Touring $0 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Sport-L $0 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
Honda Civic9 for sale
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Used2024 Honda Civic
Touring
Aegean Blue Metallic•Black42,293 mi$24,922Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
New2026 Honda Civic
Sport
Platinum White Pearl•Black61 mi$27,477MSRP $28,345Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
Used2021 Honda Civic
Type R Touring
Rallye Red•Black/Red58,454 mi$39,075Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
New2026 Honda Civic
Sport
Meteorite Gray Metallic•Black5 mi$27,122MSRP $27,990Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
New2026 Honda Civic
Sport
Crystal Black Pearl•Black5 mi$27,122MSRP $27,990Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
- New
2027 Honda Civic
Sport
Meteorite Gray Metallic•Black3 mi$28,412Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
Honda Civic vs Subaru BRZ FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Honda Civic or 2027 Subaru BRZ?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Honda Civic vs 2027 Subaru BRZ 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 2027 Subaru BRZ?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Honda Civic starts lower at $0. Live Honda Civic listings start at $24,559.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Honda Civic or 2027 Subaru BRZ?
- The 2027 Honda Civic leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Honda Civic or 2027 Subaru BRZ?
- The 2027 Honda Civic leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (49).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Honda Civic or 2027 Subaru BRZ?
- The 2027 Subaru BRZ leads on horsepower in this comparison (228).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Honda Civic or 2027 Subaru BRZ?
- The 2027 Honda Civic leads on seats in this comparison (5).