The document compares the 2015 Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic. It discusses their exteriors, performance, safety features, interiors, and concludes that while the Civic offers more power, the Corolla provides a safer and more relaxing daily driving experience due to its recent redesign improving safety and entertainment features. Both are strong options for affordable compact commuter cars.

1. 2015 Toyota Corolla vs. 2015
Honda Civic

2. The market for affordable small cars is incredibly
competitive, and two of its top models are at it again as
they compete for commuters in 2015. They both made
their debut in the same era, with Toyota launching the
Corolla in 1966 and Honda launching their Civic in
1972. They’re both in their ninth generation, and they’re
both at the top of their game.

3. It’s going to be a fight to the finish for these two
popular automobiles. Here’s a look at what they’ve
brought this year.
Exterior
The 2015 Toyota Corolla got a brand new look last year,
considered by most to be a conservative restyling of an
already very popular automobile. It’s available in an
astounding range of trims and sub-trims that offer such
features as a rear spoiler, chrome-tipped exhaust, 17-
inch alloy wheels, integrated fog lights and more. It may
not snap any necks, but it was never meant to.

4. The 2015 Honda Civic is still sporting a look that’s
received only minor adjustments since 2012. Its lower
profile is coupled with slightly less conservative lines
than those of the Corolla, giving it the appearance of a
more aggressive car. It comes in its own, slightly less
varied array of trims and sub-trims, with available
features like 17-inch alloy wheels and an expanded
driver’s side mirror.

5. Performance
Powered by a 1.8L 4-cylinder, 132-horsepower engine
that boasts Dual Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence
(VVT-i), the 2015 Toyota Corolla is an ideal commuter
car. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) will
ensure an estimated 29 city / 38 highway mpg, but you
can also opt for the LE Eco trim that comes with an
upgraded 1.8L, 4-cylinder, 140-horsepower engine
running Valvematic technology for an impressive
estimated 30 city / 40 highway mpg in ECO driving
mode.

6. As the Corolla is designed for daily driving, it takes a
hassle-free approach to handling that’s perfect for
routine commutes. Simply put, this car won’t jump
across the lane every time you twitch. That said if
you’re looking for a bit more playfulness in your
vehicle’s approach to the road, keep the manual six-
speed transmission and opt for the S-trim, which comes
with both Normal and Sport driving modes.

7. The 2015 Honda Civic comes with two engine options
as well. The 1.8L, 4-cylinder, 143-horsepower i-VTEC
engine gets an estimated 30 city / 39 highway mpg
when you opt for the available CVT. Alternatively, you
can upgrade to the 2.4L, 160valve, 205-horsepower
DOHC i-VTEC with the Civic Si for an estimated 22
city / 31 highway mpg. Many drivers enjoy the Civic’s
responsive drive-by-wire throttle system; however, be
careful not to have too much fun and drive the
efficiency into the floor.

8. When it comes to handling, the Honda Civic drives
very lightly and features a slightly stiffer, slightly
bumpier ride than what you’ll get in the Toyota Corolla.
Its handling is also more sensitive than the Corolla, but
drivers still complain about the model’s lack of road
feel, making it difficult to get truly precise control over
tighter handling. Altogether it’s a relatively athletic
vehicle that requires a bit more of the driver’s attention
than the Corolla might.

9. Safety
The 2015 Toyota Corolla truly shines when it comes to
the level of safety it offers to its driver and passengers,
making it a solid vehicle to trust with your everyday
driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration gives it 5-Star ratings in every category
but rollover, where it still receives a respectable 4-Star
rating.

10. Toyota’s Star Safety System features integrated active
safety systems that work together to prevent accidents.
Its Pre-Collision radar system, Blind Spot Monitor,
Lane Departure Alert, and Pedestrian Safety Systems all
help prevent the development of dangerous situations,
while Traction and Vehicle Stability Control systems
work with Anti-Lock Brakes, Electronic Break-Force
Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology
keep the driver in firm control, whatever happens.

11. If the worst should occur, the Corolla’s Impact Absorbing
Body Structure features efficient crumple zones and a
strong cabin structure. This, along with eight standard
airbags, Whiplash-Injury-Lessening seats, and other
standard safety features help to mitigate potential injury in
a collision.
The 2015 Honda Civic, meanwhile, gets average safety
ratings for its class – a 5-Star overall rating, a 5-Star side
crash rating, and 4-Star ratings in frontal crash and
rollover. The driver assisting features of the Honda
Sensing system include a Lane Departure Warning with a
Lane Keeping Assist System, a Forward Collision Warning
with a Collision Mitigating Breaking System, and
Adaptive Cruise Control.

12. Honda’s Anti-Lock Braking System with Electronic
Brake Distribution and Vehicle Stability Assist with
Traction Control System help the driver keep control of
the vehicle during potentially dangerous situations.
However, if things go wrong, the Civic’s passive safety
systems are almost as impressive as the Corolla’s.
Honda’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering body
structure works much like the Corolla’s to temper the
force of a crash. It works along with Dual-Stage,
Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags, SmartVent Front Side
Airbags, and Side Vurtain Airbags with Rollover Sensors
to help reduce the chance of severe injuries.

13. Interior
As the Toyota Corolla is a slightly larger vehicle than
the Honda Civic, its interior feels a bit more spacious.
Last year’s makeover gave the Corolla a wholly
improved cabin experience, featuring improved
dashboard materials, stitched accents, and comfortable
SoftTex seats. Overall, the new 2015 Toyota Corolla has
a sense of style that, before last year, its predecessors
had never possessed.

14. In terms of technology, the Entune Premium Audio with
Navigation App Suite is a competitive infotainment
system that features a convenient 6.1” – 8” touchscreen
with clean, crisp graphics and a very easy-to-use
interface. Advanced voice recognition, Bluetooth, and
iPod / USB 2.0 connectivity are standard, to which you
can add a rearview camera, HD Radio and HD Traffic,
as well as Navigation and the Entune App Suite.

15. The Corolla’s audio system is impressively upgradeable
as well. Its standard six-speaker system offers relatively
good sound for a stock system, but it can be expanded to
a Premium JBL 12- or 16-speaker surround sound
system, providing aftermarket-quality audio right off the
lot.
The 2015 Honda Civic features incredibly soft cabin
materials and an impressively well-crafted design. The
amount of passenger space is decent; however, it comes
at the expense of having one of the smaller trunks in its
class. Its sturdy yet upscale feel is created through
silver-trim, black carpeting, and improved materials
throughout.

16. The HondaLink infotainment system utilizes a 7-inch
touchscreen display that unlike the Corolla, many drivers
find difficult to use. Even basic functions require a bit of
searching and setting. After some practice, though, many
users enjoyed its functionality, especially the new gesture
recognition feature.
This system comes with both Bluetooth connectivity and a
USB port, as well as a rearview camera, SMS text
messaging, Pandora compatibility, and available
navigation features. The Civic comes standard with a four-
speaker audio system that expands up to seven speakers in
the Si model.

17. Summary
Overall, the 2015 Toyota Corolla and the 2015 Honda
Civic are once again neck-and-neck in the battle for top
compact commuter. All told, the Toyota Corolla is
coming off a more recent overhaul, giving it a more
contemporary look, as well as more advanced safety and
entertainment features. While the Honda Civic offers a
bit more power and a more engaging driving
experience, the Toyota Corolla is the better option for
drivers who prefer a safer, more relaxing daily drive.

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