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Honda Civic vs Subaru BRZ

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

Vehicles

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2026 Honda Civic

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2027 Subaru BRZ

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Overview

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru BRZLimited
Selected trimLXLimited
Body styleSedanCoupe
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru BRZLimited
MSRP$24,695 (best)$36,140
Lowest listing price$23,822 (best)$28,531
Median listing price$28,222 (best)$39,840
Highest listing price$28,907 (best)$41,473
For sale now21 (best)5

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru BRZLimited
Combined MPG36 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG32 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG41 MPG (best)27 MPG
Fuel tank12.4 gal13.2 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru BRZLimited
Horsepower150 hp228 hp (best)
Torque133 lb-ft184 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.4 L (best)
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru BRZLimited
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume14.8 cu ft (best)6.3 cu ft
Curb weight2,875 lbs2,842 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.1 in (best)
Wheelbase107.7 in (best)101.4 in
Length184.8 in (best)167.9 in
Width70.9 in (best)69.9 in
Height55.7 in (best)51.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru BRZLimited
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimHonda CivicSubaru BRZ
1

LX

$24,695 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Limited

$36,140 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport

$26,695 MSRP

Limited

$36,990 MSRP

3

Sport

$27,895 MSRP

tS

$38,770 MSRP

4

Sport Hybrid

$29,395 MSRP

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5

Sport Hybrid

$30,595 MSRP

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6

Si

$31,495 MSRP

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7

Sport Touring Hybrid

$32,395 MSRP

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8

Sport Touring Hybrid

$33,595 MSRP

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9

Type R

$47,395 MSRP

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Live inventory

Honda Civic vs Subaru BRZ FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Honda Civic or 2027 Subaru BRZ?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 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: 2026 Honda Civic or 2027 Subaru BRZ?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Honda Civic starts lower at $24,695. Live Honda Civic listings start at $23,822. Live Subaru BRZ listings start at $28,531.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Civic or 2027 Subaru BRZ?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,695).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Civic or 2027 Subaru BRZ?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (49).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Civic or 2027 Subaru BRZ?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on horsepower in this comparison (315).
Which has better seats: 2026 Honda Civic or 2027 Subaru BRZ?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on seats in this comparison (5).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Civic vs 2027 Subaru BRZ?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Civic (5/5 NHTSA overall).