There are some choices that are easy to make when it comes to choosing a new vehicle. For example, going for a Honda model rather than a competitor's product. But what do you do when you hesitate between two Honda products?
Well, first of all, you have to understand that you can't lose, because with one or the other, you win. And this is especially true with the Honda Civic 5-door and the new 2023 Honda HR-V.
Of course, each has its own advantages. And if you're interested in the Honda Civic hatchback, does it offer the same advantages as the HR-V, which is intended to be a utility vehicle rather than a car?
Let's see how it measures up.
Cargo space
When cargo space is one of the criteria on our shopping list, we usually don't hesitate between a car and an SUV. Except that when the car is the Civic hatchback, things change.
In fact, when you fold down the second row seats, you can enjoy a cargo volume of 1,311 liters, which is quite impressive. With the new HR-V, we're talking about 1559 liters. As you can see, the difference is not huge. So, you're not losing out with the Civic.
Fuel consumption
Where you win with the Civic is at the pump. The new HR-V, which will take advantage of the Civic's 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine (158 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque), will offer good fuel economy ratings with an average of 8.7 L/100 km combined, but the Civic, because of its configuration and reduced weight, is a champion. With the 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine, the average is 7.1 L/100 km. With the 2.0-liter block, it's 7.2 liters.
And between you and me, it's possible to do much better.
Road handling
Finally, while the new HR-V offers a much improved driving experience, nothing compares to the Civic's sportiness and solidity on the road. So, if you like driving at all, the Civic Hatchback is the one to go for.
As we've just demonstrated, you win with both vehicles, but it's important to know that you'll be able to enjoy the same benefits with the Civic.
In fact, the only thing it doesn't offer over the HR-V is all-wheel drive. Otherwise, it's perfect.
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