Head-to-head
2026 Honda Civic vs 2026 Toyota Camry
The Honda Civic edges it, 96.4 to 92, on safety, price. The Toyota Camry is ahead on performance and fuel & range.
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2026 Honda Civic
The 2026 Honda Civic is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas midsize sedan with 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Civic 4Dr, is EPA-ra…
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C2026 Toyota Camry
The 2026 Toyota Camry is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Camry HEV FF LE, is EPA-rat…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Honda Civic
Slight edgeThe Honda Civic edges it, 96.4 to 92, on safety, price. The Toyota Camry is ahead on performance and fuel & range.
Safety 2026 Honda Civic leads by 19.1
Price 2026 Honda Civic leads by 14.1
Performance 2026 Toyota Camry leads by 14.4
| Category · weight | 2026 Toyota Camryoverall 92 | 2026 Honda Civicoverall 96.4 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 85.9 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 96.2 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 77.9 | 97 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 98.7 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 85.6 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 96.8 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 92 | 96.4 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Toyota Camry: base trim LE FWD · Honda Civic: base trim LX FWD. 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 Honda Civic wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (32 against 144 filed with NHTSA).
- It lists 28 standard driver-assist features against 22.
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 92 against 74).
Where the 2026 Toyota Camry answers
- It makes 184 hp against 150.
- It turns out 163 lb-ft of torque against 133.
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.
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Specifications side by side
51 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,100 | $24,995 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,487 cc | 1,993 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder alloy block with aluminum alloy head | Atkinson In-Line 4-cylinder |
| Fuel injection system | — | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 150 hp |
| Torque | 163 lb-ft | 133 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 53 mpg | 32 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 51 mpg | 36 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 50 mpg | 41 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 3.941 |
| Transmission type | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission | Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.4 in | — |
| Overall height | 56.9 in | 55.7 in |
| Overall length | 194 in | 185 in |
| Overall width | 72.4 in | 70.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | 108 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 15.1 cu-ft | 14.8 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 99.9 cu-ft | 99 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 38.3 in | 39.3 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 37.1 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.6 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.1 in | 42.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 37.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,450 lbs | 2,875 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,450 lbs | 2,875 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with stabilizer bar | Multi-Link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist | Variable Ratio Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.4 ft | 36.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 305 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Electric Parking Brake | Electric |
| Rear brake diameter | 281 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 16 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | Full Covers |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | P205/65 R16 | 215/55R16 93H |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 13 gal | 12.4 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Toyota Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Drive Connect / Wi-Fi Connect | HondaLink |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 12 months | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 60 months | 36 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.7 in | 57 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 56 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55.7 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
150 features · differences first, then sharedSafety40 differ · 45 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow | — | std |
| 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 |
| Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor | — | std |
| Rear Outboard Passenger's Side Airbags | — | std |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | — | std |
| Auto High-Beam Headlights | — | std |
| Automatic High Beams | std | — |
| Blind Spot Information System (BSI) | std | — |
| Brake Assist | — | std |
| Brake Hold | std | — |
| Child-Proof Rear Door Locks | — | std |
| Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control | std | — |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | — | std |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage traction battery | std | — |
| Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | — | std |
| Driver's and Front Passenger's Knee Airbags (SRS) | — | std |
| Eight airbags | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold | — | std |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | — | std |
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | std | — |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | std | — |
| Lane Tracing Assist | std | — |
| LATCH (lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | std | — |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | — | std |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | std | — |
| Proactive Driving Assist | std | — |
| Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) | — | std |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | std | — |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | — | std |
| Road Sign Assist | std | — |
| Seat-Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | std | — |
| Traffic Jam Assist | — | std |
| Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) | — | std |
| Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer | std | — |
| Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | std | std |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | std | std |
| Hill Start Assist | std | std |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | std | std |
Infotainment23 differ · 23 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability | std | — |
| 160-watt Audio System with 4 Speakers | — | std |
| 6-speaker audio system | std | — |
| 7-Inch Color Touchscreen | — | std |
| 7-Inch TFT Meter | — | std |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with USB-A media port, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. | std | — |
| Android Auto™ Compatibility | — | std |
| Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | — | std |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® | — | std |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | — | std |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| Five USB ports: one USB-A media port and two USB-C charging ports up front, with one USB-A and one USB-C charging port in the rear | std | — |
| HondaLink® | — | std |
| Radio Data System (RDS) | — | std |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC) | — | 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™ Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Phone Charger (Qi) | std | — |
Convenience13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Push Button Start | opt | std |
| 12-Volt Power Outlet (Front) | — | std |
| Convenience Package — includes auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal garage door opener, Smart Key System on front doors, and power-adjustable driver's seat | opt | — |
| Cruise Control | — | std |
| Multi-function key fob with remote entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, trunk-release functions, Push Button Start with remote illuminated entry | std | — |
| One 12V auxiliary power outlet | std | — |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | — | std |
| Power Door Locks | — | std |
| Power door locks with shift-linked automatic locking feature with anti-lockout feature | std | — |
| Power windows with auto up/down, jam protection in all positions and retained-power features | std | — |
| Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Windows | — | std |
| Push Button Start | std | — |
| Security System with Remote Entry and Trunk Release | — | std |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Climate Control System | — | std |
| Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter, humidity sensor and rear-seat vents | std | — |
Seating7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Driver's Seat with 8-Way Power Adjustment | opt | — |
| Heated Front Seats | opt | — |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with passenger-side seatback pocket; 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | std | — |
| 5-Person Seating Capacity | — | std |
| 6-way manual passenger front seat | opt | — |
| Cold Weather Package — includes heated leather steering wheel and heated front seats | opt | — |
| One Piece Fold-Down Rear Seatback | — | std |
Interior20 differ · 20 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | opt | — |
| Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver | opt | — |
| 7-in. digital gauge cluster — with selectable gauge display screens and fuel economy, Driver Assist, vehicle/trip information and warning messages | std | — |
| Cargo Area Light | — | std |
| Center Console Armrest with Storage Compartment | — | std |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | std | — |
| Front Beverage Holders | — | std |
| Front seatback pockets | std | — |
| Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | opt | — |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | opt | — |
| Map Lights | — | std |
| Sliding Sunvisors | — | std |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | — | std |
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel | std | — |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front door and two rear bottle holders | std | — |
| Rearview mirror with manual day/night mode | std | — |
| Dual sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | std | — |
| Floor Mats | — | std |
| Overhead console with sunglasses storage | std | — |
Exterior28 differ · 28 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature | opt | — |
| 16-in. 10-spoke silver-painted alloy wheels | std | — |
| Acoustic Laminate Windshield | std | — |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | std | — |
| Black front side air curtains | std | — |
| Black horizontal bar front grille | std | — |
| Black rear lower diffuser | std | — |
| Black window trim | std | — |
| Capless Fuel Filler | — | std |
| Chrome-finished rear "CAMRY" lettering | std | — |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | std | — |
| Color-keyed outside door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | opt | — |
| Compact Spare Tire | — | std |
| Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna | — | std |
| Heated Side Mirrors | std | — |
| LED Brake and Taillights | — | std |
| LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | — | std |
| LED Headlights with Auto-On/Off | — | std |
| Power Side Mirrors | — | std |
| Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door | — | std |
| Rear window defogger and outside mirror heater function with timer | std | — |
| Single exhaust | std | — |
| Two-Speed Intermittent Windshield Wipers | — | std |
| Washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers | std | — |
| Rear-Window Defroster with Timer | — | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary | std | — |
Powertrain9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Honda CivicLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| Atkinson In-Line 4-cylinder (Engine Type) | — | std |
| Continuously Variable Transmission | — | std |
| Direct Fuel Injection | — | std |
| Dynamic Drive Modes | — | std |
| Eco Assist™ System | — | std |
| Honda Maintenance Program 1yr / 12k miles | — | std |
| Idle-Stop | — | std |
| Predictive Fuel-Efficient Drive | std | — |
Chassis3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | 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.
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Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPToyota Camry
Safety Signal 74 C
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 3 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 144 · 13 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Hybrid Propulsion System (42), Unspecified (26), Power Train (20)
Top recalls
- critical Hybrid Propulsion System 25V869000 · 55,405 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 26V511000 · 508,354 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
Honda 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
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Toyota CamryLE FWD | Honda CivicLX FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $29,100 (base trim) | $24,995 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $29,100 – $37,025 10 trims | $24,995 – $32,695 4 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Camry HEV FF LE | Civic 4Dr |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 51 | 49 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,300 | $1,350 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | — |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | — |
| Roadside assistance | 2 yr | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Toyota Camry or the 2026 Honda Civic?
The Honda Civic edges it, 96.4 to 92, on safety, price. The Toyota Camry is ahead on performance and fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Honda Civic scores 96.4 and the 2026 Toyota Camry 92. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Toyota Camry or the 2026 Honda Civic?
The 2026 Honda Civic starts lower — $24,995 against $29,100, a gap of $4,105 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Toyota Camry or the 2026 Honda Civic?
2026 Toyota Camry: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 3 recalls. 2026 Honda Civic: 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 Toyota Camry and the 2026 Honda Civic?
Where the 2026 Honda Civic wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (32 against 144 filed with NHTSA), lists 28 standard driver-assist features against 22, and has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 92 against 74). Where the 2026 Toyota Camry answers: it makes 184 hp against 150 and turns out 163 lb-ft of torque against 133. What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.