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Honda Civic vs Subaru WRX

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

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2026 Honda Civic

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2026 Subaru WRX

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Overview

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru WRXWRX (Base)
Selected trimLXWRX (Base)
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru WRXWRX (Base)
MSRP$24,695 (best)$32,495
Lowest listing price$23,822$13,897 (best)
Median listing price$28,222$27,403 (best)
Highest listing price$28,907 (best)$40,979
For sale now2128 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru WRXWRX (Base)
Combined MPG36 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG32 MPG (best)19 MPG
Highway MPG41 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank12.4 gal16.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru WRXWRX (Base)
Horsepower150 hp271 hp (best)
Torque133 lb-ft258 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.4 L (best)
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru WRXWRX (Base)
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.8 cu ft (best)12.5 cu ft
Curb weight2,875 lbs (best)—
Ground clearance—5.4 in (best)
Wheelbase107.7 in (best)105.2 in
Length184.8 in (best)183.8 in
Width70.9 in71.9 in (best)
Height55.7 in57.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda CivicLXSubaru WRXWRX (Base)
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
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 WRX
1

LX

$24,695 MSRP(Currently comparing)

WRX (Base)

$32,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport

$26,695 MSRP

Premium

$33,995 MSRP

3

Sport

$27,895 MSRP

Limited

$38,995 MSRP

4

Sport Hybrid

$29,395 MSRP

Limited

$39,995 MSRP

5

Sport Hybrid

$30,595 MSRP

GT

$44,995 MSRP

6

Si

$31,495 MSRP

tS

$44,995 MSRP

7

Sport Touring Hybrid

$32,395 MSRP

Series.Yellow

$45,995 MSRP

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 WRX FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Honda Civic or 2026 Subaru WRX?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Civic vs 2026 Subaru WRX 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 2026 Subaru WRX?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Honda Civic starts lower at $24,695. Live Honda Civic listings start at $23,822. Live Subaru WRX listings start at $13,897.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Civic or 2026 Subaru WRX?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,695).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Civic or 2026 Subaru WRX?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (49).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Civic or 2026 Subaru WRX?
The 2026 Honda Civic leads on horsepower in this comparison (315).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Civic vs 2026 Subaru WRX?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Civic (5/5 NHTSA overall); Subaru WRX (5/5 NHTSA overall).