2024 Honda Civic vs 2024 Polestar 2
The Polestar 2 wins clearly, 95.2 to 65.8, on fuel & range, performance, safety.
2024 Honda Civic
The 2024 Honda Civic is sold in the U.S. as a gas midsize sedan with 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Civic 4Dr, is EPA-rated at 36 …
2024 Polestar 2
The 2024 Polestar 2 is sold in the U.S. as an electric midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the 2 Single Motor (19 Inch Whe…
2024 Polestar 2
Clear winThe Polestar 2 wins clearly, 95.2 to 65.8, on fuel & range, performance, safety.
| Category · weight | 2024 Polestar 2overall 95.2 | 2024 Honda Civicoverall 65.8 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 33.8 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 86.7 | 79.2 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 52.8 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 95.2 | 65.8 | ||||||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 4 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Polestar 2
Polestar 2: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available) · Honda Civic: base trim LX FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2024 Polestar 2 wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (25 against 144 filed with NHTSA).
- It is rated 115 combined against 36 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $1,200 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($650 against $1,850).
Where the 2024 Honda Civic answers
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 79 against 69).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
43 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Polestar 2 | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | — | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 1,996 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | In-Line 4-Cylinder |
| Fuel injection system | — | Multi-Point |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 158 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 31 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 35 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 40 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 3.941 |
| Transmission type | — | cvt |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Overall height | — | 55.7 in |
| Overall length | — | 184 in |
| Overall width | — | 70.9 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 108 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 14.8 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 99 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 39.3 in |
| Third-row headroom | — | 37.1 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 42.3 in |
| Third-row legroom | — | 37.4 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 2,877 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 2,877 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | — | Multi-Link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Variable Ratio Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 36.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 282 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Electric |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 259 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 16 in |
| Wheel material | — | steel |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 215/55R16 93H |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 12.4 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | HondaLink |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 57 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | — | 56 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
88 features · differences first, then sharedSafety31 differ · 31 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | — | std |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Advanced Front Airbags (SRS) | — | std |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Front Side Airbags | — | std |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | — | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | — | std |
| Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | — | std |
| Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor | — | std |
| Driver Attention Monitor | — | std |
| Rear Outboard Passenger's Side Airbags | — | std |
| 3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions | — | std |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) | — | std |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | — | std |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | — | std |
| Auto High-Beam Headlights | — | std |
| Brake Assist | — | std |
| Child-Proof Rear Door Locks | — | std |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | — | std |
| Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | — | std |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Knee Airbags (SRS) | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold | — | std |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | — | std |
| Front and Rear 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist | — | std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) | — | std |
| Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) | — | std |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | — | std |
| Seat-Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions | — | std |
| Traffic Jam Assist | — | std |
| Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | — | std |
Infotainment12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 160-watt Audio System with 4 Speakers | — | std |
| 2.5-Amp USB Smartphone/Audio Interface - Front Console (1 Port) | — | std |
| 7-Inch Color Touchscreen | — | std |
| 7-Inch TFT Meter Display | — | std |
| Android Auto™ Compatibility | — | std |
| Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | — | std |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® | — | std |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | — | std |
| HondaLink® | — | std |
| Radio Data System (RDS) | — | std |
| SMS Text Message Function | — | std |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC) | — | std |
Convenience8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Push Button Start | — | std |
| 12-Volt Power Outlet - Front Console | — | std |
| Cruise Control | — | std |
| Electronic Remote Trunk Release | — | std |
| Headlights-On Reminder | — | std |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | — | std |
| Power Door Locks | — | std |
| Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Windows | — | std |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Climate Control System | — | std |
| Rear-Seat Heater Ducts | — | std |
Seating5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Adjustable Front Seat-Belt Anchors | — | std |
| Adjustable Head Restraints | — | std |
| Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | — | std |
| Fold-Down Rear Seatback | — | std |
| Seating Capacity 5 | — | std |
Interior12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Beverage Holders | — | std |
| Cargo Area Light | — | std |
| Center Console with Sliding Armrest and Storage Compartment | — | std |
| Door-Pocket Storage Bins (front/rear) | — | std |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Illuminated Window and Door Lock Controls | — | std |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Vanity Mirrors | — | std |
| Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | — | std |
| LED Gear Selection Indicators | — | std |
| Map Lights | — | std |
| Sliding Sunvisors | — | std |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | — | std |
| Floor Mats | — | std |
Exterior12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| All-Season Tires | — | std |
| Body-Colored Door Handles | — | std |
| Capless Fuel Filler | — | std |
| Compact Spare Tire | — | std |
| Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna | — | std |
| LED Brake, Side Marker and Taillights | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | — | std |
| LED Headlights with Auto-On/Off | — | std |
| Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door | — | std |
| Security System with Remote Entry and Trunk Release | — | std |
| Two-Speed Intermittent Windshield Wipers | — | std |
| Rear-Window Defroster with Timer | — | std |
Powertrain3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Continuously Variable Transmission (M-CVT) | — | std |
| Eco Assist™ System | — | std |
| Idle-Stop | — | std |
Chassis3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | — | std |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | — | std |
| Variable Ratio Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS) | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPPolestar 2
Top recalls
- critical Service Brakes, Hydraulic 25V409000 · 2 vehicles
- high Air Bags 24V939000 · 7 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V615000 · 27,816 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V280000 · 27,816 vehicles
- minor Back Over Prevention 24V477000 · 25,825 vehicles
Honda Civic
Top recalls
- high Seats 24V859000 · 121 vehicles
- high Steering 24V744000 · 1,693,199 vehicles
- high Steering 23V704000 · 264,567 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Polestar 2 | Honda CivicLX FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | — 5 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | 2 Single Motor (19 Inch Wheels) | Civic 4Dr |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 115 | 36 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $650 | $1,850 |
| EV range | 320 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2024 Polestar 2 or the 2024 Honda Civic?
The Polestar 2 wins clearly, 95.2 to 65.8, on fuel & range, performance, safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2024 Polestar 2 scores 95.2 and the 2024 Honda Civic 65.8. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2024 Polestar 2 or the 2024 Honda Civic?
2024 Polestar 2: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 5 recalls. 2024 Honda Civic: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 3 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2024 Polestar 2 and the 2024 Honda Civic?
Where the 2024 Polestar 2 wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (25 against 144 filed with NHTSA), is rated 115 combined against 36 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and costs $1,200 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($650 against $1,850). Where the 2024 Honda Civic answers: it has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 79 against 69). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.