2026 Honda Civic Sedan vs
2025 Hyundai Elantra (non-hybrid trims)

Key Comparisons

2026 Honda Civic Sedan

2025 Hyundai Elantra

Horsepower

150 @ 6400 rpm
(SAE net)

147 @ 6200 rpm

EPA Fuel-Economy
Ratings¹ (city/hwy/comb)

32/31/36
LX

32/41/36
SE

Wheels

LX: 16" steel
Sport: 18" alloys

SE: 15” alloys
SELs: 17” alloys
Limited: 17” alloys

Automatic
Climate Control

Standard
on all trims

Not available on SE

Adaptive Cruise Control
w/Low Speed Follow²

Standard
on all trims

Not available on SE,
SEL Convenience

Rear Seat Reminder
(RSR)³

Standard
on all trims

Not Available
on any trim

Rear Suspension

Independent
multi-link

Torsion-beam axle

Rear Outboard
Side Airbags

Standard
on all trims

Not available on
any trim

The Verdict: The Civic Sedan offers more power and a more sophisticated rear suspension for spirited driving fun while offering a wider range of comfort and driver-assistive features. The Honda is the clear winner! 

¹ Based on 2026 EPA mileage ratings for Civic and 2025 ratings for Elantra. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
² ACC cannot detect all objects ahead and may not detect a given object; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and other factors. ACC should not be used in heavy traffic, poor weather or on winding roads. ACC only includes a limited braking function. Driver remains responsible for slowing or stopping the vehicle to avoid a collision.
³ Rear eat reminder functions when a rear door has been opened prior to driving and will alert the driver to check for the presence of rear seat occupants when the vehicle is turned off. If the vehicle is turned off partway through a drive and the vehicle restarted without a rear door being opened, no alert will be provided the next time the vehicle is turned off.