Head-to-head
2026 Genesis G80 vs 2026 Honda Civic
The Genesis G80 wins clearly, 98.3 to 70.2, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, performance. The Honda Civic is ahead on space & cargo.
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2026 Genesis G80
The 2026 Genesis G80 is sold in the U.S. as an electric and gas large sedan with 3 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Electrified G80, is …
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The 2026 Honda Civic is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large sedan with 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Civic 4Dr, is EPA-rate…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Genesis G80
Clear winThe Genesis G80 wins clearly, 98.3 to 70.2, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, performance. The Honda Civic is ahead on space & cargo.
Tech & comfort 2026 Genesis G80 leads by 51.6
Fuel & range 2026 Genesis G80 leads by 40.3
Performance 2026 Genesis G80 leads by 46
| Category · weight | 2026 Honda Civicoverall 70.2 | 2026 Genesis G80overall 98.3 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 59.7 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 87.6 | 97.8 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 92.3 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 54 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 48.4 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 70.2 | 98.3 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Honda Civic: base trim LX FWD · Genesis G80: base trim 2.5T AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Genesis G80 wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (10 against 32 filed with NHTSA).
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (62 points against 30 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It is rated 96 combined against 49 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
Where the 2026 Honda Civic answers
- It holds 14.8 cu ft behind the second row against 13.1.
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
49 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Honda CivicLX FWD | Genesis G802.5T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $24,995 | — |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1,993 cc | 2,497 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | Atkinson In-Line 4-cylinder | 2.5L 16-Valve DOHC Turbo Inline 4 Cylinder GDI + MPI |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 32 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 36 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 41 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.941 | 3.909 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 8 |
| Transmission type | Continuously Variable Transmission | automatic hybrid |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in |
| Overall height | 55.7 in | 57.7 in |
| Overall length | 185 in | 197 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in | 75.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 108 in | 119 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 14.8 cu-ft | 13.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 99 cu-ft | 104 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.3 in | 40.9 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.1 in | 38.2 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.3 in | 42.2 in |
| Second-row legroom | 37.4 in | 38.7 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2,875 lbs | 4,431 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2,875 lbs | 4,211 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 5,346 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut | Multi-link |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Variable Ratio Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion | Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.1 ft | 19.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 345 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Electric | Electronic |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 325 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | Full Covers | Aluminum |
| Wheel width | — | 8 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 215/55R16 93H | 245/50R18 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.4 gal | 17.2 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 91 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | HondaLink | Genesis Connected Services |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 36 months | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57 in | 58.3 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56 in | 57.1 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
197 features · differences first, then sharedSafety41 differ · 52 listed
| Feature | Honda CivicLX FWD | Genesis G802.5T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2 (FCA 2) | — | std |
| Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | — | std |
| Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM) | — | opt |
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist w/ Road Edge (LKA), and Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA 2) | — | std |
| Surround View Monitor (SVM) | — | opt |
| Center Side Airbag (1) | — | std |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Advanced Front Airbags (SRS) | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | std | — |
| Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA) – Forward/Side/Reverse | — | opt |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | — | std |
| Parking Distance Warning (PDW) – Forward/Reverse (2 sensors in front and 2 in rear) | — | std |
| Parking Distance Warning (PDW) – Forward/Reverse (2 sensors in front and 2 in rear) | — | std |
| Parking Distance Warning (PDW) – Forward/Side/Reverse (2 Sensors in front, 2 in rear, 1 in each corner) | — | opt |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | std | — |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) | — | std |
| Anti-theft System Integrated with Remote Keyless Entry | — | std |
| Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) | — | std |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| Child-Proof Rear Door Locks | std | — |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | std | — |
| Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold | std | — |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | std | — |
| Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | — | std |
| Electronic Stability Control System (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS) | — | std |
| Energy Absorbing Front Seats with Anti-whiplash Front Head Restraints | — | std |
| Energy-absorbing Steering Column | — | std |
| Forward Attention Warning (FAW) | — | std |
| Front and Rear Crumple Zones & 5-MPH Bumpers | — | std |
| Haptic | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist | std | — |
| LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors | — | std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | std | — |
| Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) | std | — |
| Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 (RSPA 2) | — | opt |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | std | — |
| Seat-Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions | std | — |
| Traffic Jam Assist | std | — |
| Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) | — | std |
| Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go | std | std |
| Driver and Front Passenger Seat-mounted Side-impact (2) | std | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist w/ Road Edge (LKA), and Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA 2) | std | std |
| Rearview Camera with Parking Guidelines | std | std |
| Side Curtain, Roof-mounted (Front + Rear Passengers) (2) | std | std |
| 2nd Row Side Airbag (2) | std | std |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | std | std |
| Driver Knee Airbag (1) | std | std |
| Electronic Stability Control System (ESC) with Traction Control System (TCS) | std | std |
| High Beam Assist | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Individual Tire Pressure Indicator | std | std |
Infotainment23 differ · 23 listed
| Feature | Honda CivicLX FWD | Genesis G802.5T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 160-watt Audio System with 4 Speakers | std | — |
| 7-Inch Color Touchscreen | std | — |
| 7-Inch TFT Meter | std | — |
| Active Sound Design (ASD) | — | std |
| AM/FM/HD Radio/SiriusXM® Integrated Navigation system with 9 Speakers, 27" High-Definition OLED Display (720p), Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay®, Internal amplifier | — | std |
| Android Auto™ Compatibility | std | — |
| Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | std | — |
| Bang & Olufsen® premium audio system with Hi-Resolution audio, 18 speakers and 14-channel digital external amplifier: 100W x 14 channel (1400W, Max. Equivalent output) | — | opt |
| Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System | — | std |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | std | — |
| Genesis Connected Services® Telematics System | — | std |
| HondaLink® | std | — |
| Paddle Shifters | — | std |
| Radio Data System (RDS) | std | — |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio & Antenna | — | std |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC) | std | — |
| Steering Wheel Controls – Audio, Phone, VR, Custom Button, Cruise, LFA | — | std |
| USB Ports – 2 Front: 1 USB Type-C data/charge + 1 USB Type-C charge-only (27W); 2 Rear: 2 USB Type-C rear (charge-only (27W)) | — | std |
| USB-C 3.0A Charging Port (1) Front Seats | std | — |
| USB-C 3.0A Smartphone/Audio Interface (1) - Front Seats | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® | — | std |
| Wireless Device Charger - Front | — | opt |
Convenience13 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | Honda CivicLX FWD | Genesis G802.5T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12-volt Outlet – 1 Front Console-mounted | — | std |
| 12-Volt Power Outlet (Front) | std | — |
| Cruise Control | std | — |
| Hands-free Smart Trunk w/ Auto Open | — | std |
| Keys: 2 Proximity Key Fobs | — | std |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | std | — |
| Power Door Locks | std | — |
| Power Door Locks Auto-locking Availability | — | std |
| Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Windows | std | — |
| Remote Releases – Hood | — | std |
| Remote Releases – Trunk | — | std |
| Security System with Remote Entry and Trunk Release | std | — |
| Power Windows with Auto Down/Up with Pinch Protection | — | std |
| Proximity Key with Push-Button Start | std | std |
Climate4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Honda CivicLX FWD | Genesis G802.5T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Touch-type 3-Zone Climate Control (HVAC) | — | std |
| 3-Zone+ Climate Control (with rear controls) | — | opt |
| Auto-defogging Windshield | — | std |
| Automatic Climate Control System | std | — |
Seating16 differ · 16 listed
| Feature | Honda CivicLX FWD | Genesis G802.5T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated Front Seats | — | std |
| Ventilated Front Seats | — | opt |
| Heated Rear Seats | — | std |
| Integrated Memory System Power Driver's Seat, Outside Mirrors, Steering Column, HUD (if equipped) | — | std |
| Integrated Memory System Power Driver's Seat, Outside Mirrors, Steering Column, HUD (if equipped) | — | std |
| 12-way Power Driver Seat including 4-way Power Lumbar | — | std |
| 12-way Power Passenger Seat including 4-way Power Lumbar | — | std |
| 16-way Power Driver Seat including Power Side Bolster & Cushion Extension | — | opt |
| 5-Person Seating Capacity | std | — |
| Center Folding Armrest with Dual Cup Holders | — | std |
| Ergo-Motion Driver Seat | — | opt |
| Front Passenger Seat Walk-in Device | — | opt |
| Head Restraints (adjustable) – 3 Locations | — | std |
| Leather Seating Surfaces | — | opt |
| Leatherette Seating Surfaces | — | std |
| One Piece Fold-Down Rear Seatback | std | — |
Interior37 differ · 38 listed
| Feature | Honda CivicLX FWD | Genesis G802.5T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated | — | std |
| HomeLink® Integrated Transceiver (located on inside rearview mirror) | — | std |
| Power Tilt-and-Telescopic With memory (Integrated Memory System) | — | std |
| Aluminum Trim | — | opt |
| Assist Grips (3) | — | std |
| Auto-dimming Inside Rearview Mirror | — | std |
| Cargo Area Light | std | — |
| Center Console Armrest with Storage Compartment | std | — |
| Cupholders, Dual Front Center Console-mounted | — | std |
| Door Pocket Storage Compartments | — | std |
| Driver & Front Passenger Sunvisors Sliding | — | std |
| Front Beverage Holders | std | — |
| Front Center Console Fixed Armrest Storage Box | — | std |
| Front Overhead Map LED Lights | — | std |
| Front Overhead Pin Lights | — | std |
| Glossy Black Trim | — | std |
| Glove Compartment LED Light | — | std |
| Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | std | — |
| Integrated OLED Cluster Display | — | std |
| Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel | — | std |
| Leatherette Door Panel Inserts | — | std |
| Leatherette-wrapped Dashboard | — | std |
| Locking Glove Compartment | — | std |
| Map Lights | std | — |
| Outside Temperature Display | — | std |
| Real Wood Trim | — | opt |
| Rear Coat Hangers (2) | — | std |
| Rear Overhead LED Lights | — | std |
| Roof Trim – Cloth | — | std |
| Shift Lever Rotary Dial-type | — | std |
| Sliding Sunvisors | std | — |
| Stainless Steel Door Sill Plates (Front & Rear) | — | std |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | std | — |
| Trunk Space LED Light | — | std |
| Illuminated Driver & Front Passenger Vanity Mirrors | — | std |
| Trip Computer (avg. fuel economy, avg. speed, range to empty, trip timer, trip distance) | — | std |
| Floor Covering Premium Cut-pile Carpeting | — | std |
| Floor Mats Carpeted | std | std |
Exterior27 differ · 28 listed
| Feature | Honda CivicLX FWD | Genesis G802.5T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Panoramic Sunroof Power Tilt-and-Slide with One Touch Open / Close | — | opt |
| Power-Folding | — | std |
| Acoustic Laminated Glass (Noise Reducing) Front Windshield & Front Side Windows | — | std |
| Acoustic Laminated Glass (Noise Reducing) Front Windshield & Front Side Windows | — | std |
| Auto-dimming Side Mirrors | — | std |
| Automatic Headlights | — | std |
| Capless Fuel Filler | std | — |
| Chrome Exterior Trim (Grille Insert, Bumper Garnish, Window Trim, Lower Side Rocker, Trunk Lid Molding) | — | std |
| Compact Spare Tire | std | — |
| Dark Chrome Exterior Trim (Grille Insert, Bumper Garnish, Window Trim, Lower Side Rocker, Trunk Lid Molding) | — | opt |
| Exhaust Dual | — | std |
| Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna | std | — |
| Heated with Timer | — | std |
| LED Brake and Taillights | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | std | — |
| LED Headlights with Auto-On/Off | std | — |
| LED Outside Mirror Turn Signal Indicators | — | std |
| LED Taillights | — | std |
| Micro Lens Array (MLA) Full LED Headlights | — | std |
| Outside Mirror Approach Lights With 'GENESIS' Logo | — | std |
| Power Side Mirrors | std | — |
| Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door | std | — |
| Rain-sensing Wipers | — | std |
| Two-Speed Intermittent Windshield Wipers | std | — |
| LED Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | — | std |
| Spare Tire Compact / Location: Inside Under Trunk Floor | — | std |
| Rear Window Defroster, Electronic with Timer | std | std |
Powertrain16 differ · 16 listed
| Feature | Honda CivicLX FWD | Genesis G802.5T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| All Wheel Drive | — | std |
| Front-Wheel Drive | std | — |
| 2.5L 16-Valve DOHC Turbo (2,497 cc) Inline 4 Cylinder GDI + MPI | — | std |
| Atkinson In-Line 4-cylinder (Engine Type) | std | — |
| Continuously Variable Transmission | std | — |
| Direct Fuel Injection | std | — |
| Drive Mode Select – Eco, Comfort, Sport, My | — | std |
| Dynamic Drive Modes | std | — |
| Eco Assist™ System | std | — |
| Honda Maintenance Program 1yr / 12k miles | std | — |
| Horsepower (Automatic Transmission) – 300 @ 5,800 RPM (Premium Fuel) | — | std |
| Idle Stop & Go (ISG) | — | std |
| Idle-Stop | std | — |
| Paddle Shifters | — | std |
| Shift-by-Wire | — | std |
| Torque (lb.-ft.) 311 @ 1,650-4,000 RPM (Premium Fuel) | — | std |
Chassis6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Honda CivicLX FWD | Genesis G802.5T AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Electronically Controlled Suspension w/ Road Preview | — | opt |
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | std | — |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | std | — |
| Rack-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | — | std |
| Variable Gear Ratio | — | 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, NCAPHonda Civic
Safety Signal 92 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 1
Owner complaints 32 · 3 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (12), Steering (7), Service Brakes (5)
Top recalls
- high Steering 24V744000 · 1,693,199 vehicles
Genesis G80
Safety Signal 94 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 1
Owner complaints 10 · 2 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Service Brakes (4), Forward Collision Avoidance (4), Unspecified (2)
Top recalls
- moderate Electrical System 26V019000 · 83,877 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Honda CivicLX FWD | Genesis G802.5T AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $24,995 (base trim) | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $24,995 – $32,695 4 trims | — 3 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV, GAS | BEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Civic 4Dr | Electrified G80 |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 49 | 96 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,250 | $800 |
| EV range | — | 300 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Honda Civic or the 2026 Genesis G80?
The Genesis G80 wins clearly, 98.3 to 70.2, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, performance. The Honda Civic is ahead on space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Genesis G80 scores 98.3 and the 2026 Honda Civic 70.2. 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 2026 Honda Civic or the 2026 Genesis G80?
2026 Honda Civic: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 2026 Genesis G80: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 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 2026 Honda Civic and the 2026 Genesis G80?
Where the 2026 Genesis G80 wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (10 against 32 filed with NHTSA), lists more comfort and tech equipment (62 points against 30 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and is rated 96 combined against 49 (EPA mpg or MPGe). Where the 2026 Honda Civic answers: it holds 14.8 cu ft behind the second row against 13.1. What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.