VS
At a Glance
Power
104kW@6500
210 kW
Torque
174Nm@4300
400 Nm
Fuel
6.6L/100km
9.1 l/100km
Towing
1000kg
-
0-100 km/h
10.7s
5.2 s
Engine
1798cc
1618 cc
Choosing between the Honda Civic and the Toyota GR Yaris is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The Honda Civic delivers 104kW@6500 while the Toyota GR Yaris produces 210 kW. On fuel, the Civic returns 6.6L/100km while the GR Yaris uses 9.1 l/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R302 500 for the Civic and R981 000 for the GR Yaris. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Specification
Honda Civic1.8 I-VTEC Executive 4-DOOR AT 2012 - From R302 500
Toyota GR YarisRally 1.6t A/T 2025 - From R981 000
Performance
Power Output
104kW@6500
210 kW
Torque
174Nm@4300
400 Nm
0-100 kph
10.7s
5.2 s
Top Speed
200km/h
230 Km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1798cc
1618 cc
Engine Layout
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
inline
Cylinders
4
3
Fuel Type
UNLEADED
petrol
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
automatic
Number of Gears
5
8
Drive Wheels
FRONT
all
Full Time 4x4
✗
✓ Standard
Low Range
✗
—
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
6.6L/100km
9.1 l/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
-
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
-
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
50L
50 l
CO2 Emissions
157g/km
206 g/km
Dimensions
Length
4545mm
3995 mm
Width
-1750mm
1805 mm
Height
1435mm
1455 mm
Wheelbase
2675mm
2560 mm
Ground Clearance
150mm
124 mm
Kerb Weight
1220kg
1325 Kg
Doors
4
3
Seats
5
4
Load Volume
—
174 l
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
1000kg
-
Load Capacity
-
—
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
—
✓ Standard
Stability Control
VSA
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
6
6
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✗
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
✗
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
✗
—
Reversing Camera
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✗
✓ Standard
Sunroof
✗
—
Heated Seats
✗
—
Electric Seat Adjustment
✗
—
Keyless Entry
✗
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
36
3
Warranty Distance
100000km
100000 Km
Service Plan
S
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
9 servicesyr
Service Plan Distance
—
90000km
Service Intervals
15000
10000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Honda Civic
3 / 4 categories
Performance
GR Yaris
Fuel Economy
Civic
Value
Civic
Practicality
Civic
Pros & Cons
Honda Civic
Better fuel economy (6.6L/100km)
Lower starting price (R302 500)
Higher towing capacity (1000kg)
No factory service plan
Toyota GR Yaris
Factory service plan included
Quicker 0-100 km/h (5.2 ss)
Higher fuel consumption (9.1 l/100km)
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Civic or GR Yaris?
The Civic uses 6.6L/100km and the GR Yaris uses 9.1 l/100km on the combined cycle. The Civic is the more fuel-efficient choice. In real-world conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, actual figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Civic or GR Yaris?
The Civic produces 104kW@6500 and 174Nm@4300 of torque while the GR Yaris delivers 210 kW and 400 Nm of torque. The GR Yaris is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Civic and GR Yaris?
The Civic starts from R302 500 and the GR Yaris from R981 000. The Civic is cheaper by R678 500 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Civic or GR Yaris?
The Civic has a braked towing capacity of 1000kg and the GR Yaris can tow 0 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Civic or the GR Yaris?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.
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