VS
At a Glance
Power
235 kW
93kW@3600
Torque
420 Nm
300Nm@1800
Fuel
8.4 l/100km
7.3
Towing
—
1300
0-100 km/h
5.5 s
10.3
Engine
1996 cc
1998
Choosing between the Honda Civic and the TOYOTA COROLLA is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The Honda Civic delivers 235 kW while the TOYOTA COROLLA produces 93kW@3600. On fuel, the Civic returns 8.4 l/100km while the COROLLA uses 7.3 — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R1 021 600 for the Civic and R283 800 for the COROLLA. 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.
Performance
Power Output
235 kW
93kW@3600
Torque
420 Nm
300Nm@1800
0-100 kph
5.5 s
10.3
Top Speed
272 Km/h
200
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1996 cc
1998
Engine Layout
inline
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
petrol
DIESEL
Forced Induction Device
turbocharger
—
Transmission
manual
MANUAL
Number of Gears
6
6
Drive Wheels
front
FRONT
Full Time 4x4
—
✗
Low Range
—
✗
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
8.4 l/100km
7.3
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
47 l
55
CO2 Emissions
198 g/km
141
Dimensions
Length
4594 mm
4545
Width
1890 mm
1760
Height
1407 mm
1470
Wheelbase
2735 mm
2600
Ground Clearance
121 mm
150
Kerb Weight
1432 Kg
—
Doors
5
4
Seats
4
5
Load Volume
410-1212 l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
—
1300
Load Capacity
—
450
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✗
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✗
Airbag Count
8
7
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
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✗
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
✓ Standard
✗
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✗
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✗
Sunroof
—
✗
Heated Seats
—
✗
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✗
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
5
36
Warranty Distance
200000 Km
100000
Service Plan
✓ Standard
S
Service Plan Years
5
—
Service Plan Distance
90000
—
Service Intervals
10000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
TOYOTA COROLLA
3 / 4 categories
Performance
Civic
Fuel Economy
COROLLA
Value
COROLLA
Practicality
COROLLA
Pros & Cons
Honda Civic
Factory service plan included
Quicker 0-100 km/h (5.5 ss)
Higher fuel consumption (8.4 l/100km)
Higher starting price
TOYOTA COROLLA
Better fuel economy (7.3)
Lower starting price (R283 800)
Higher towing capacity (1300)
No factory service plan
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Civic or COROLLA?
The Civic uses 8.4 l/100km and the COROLLA uses 7.3 on the combined cycle. The COROLLA is the more fuel-efficient choice. In South African conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, real-world figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Civic or COROLLA?
The Civic produces 235 kW and 420 Nm of torque while the COROLLA delivers 93kW@3600 and 300Nm@1800 of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the Civic and COROLLA?
The Civic starts from R1 021 600 and the COROLLA from R283 800. The COROLLA is cheaper by R737 800 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Civic or COROLLA?
The Civic has a braked towing capacity of 0 Kg and the COROLLA can tow 1300. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Civic or the COROLLA?
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.