Honda Accord vs. Honda Civic
2022 Honda Accord vs. 2022 Honda Civic
As you’re searching for a new sedan, you may wonder whether the Honda Accord or Honda Civic is a better fit for you. Both Honda sedans provide intelligent driver assistance technology, comfortable interiors, and a forward-thinking selection of tech features. But there are differences. Discover those differentiating factors and more by reading this 2022 Honda Accord vs. 2022 Honda Civic comparison crafted by the team at Gary Yeomans Honda.
The 2022 Honda Civic is available as a hatchback — which you can learn more about with our Civic hatchback review — but we’ve covered the Civic sedan in this comparison.
Browse the new inventory at our Daytona Beach, FL, Honda dealership to find your preferred model, and check out our Accord lease offer or Civic lease offer. Contact us or give our team a call to set up a test drive appointment at your convenience.
2022 Honda Accord vs. Civic Interior Features & Cargo Space
Expect a comfortable cabin whether you go with the Accord or Civic. The Accord is a bit roomier for your passengers, with just over 6 more inches of rear hip room and 3 inches more rear legroom. Look for cloth or leather seat upholstery in either model, but three of the Accord trims come with standard leather seats, while they’re included with the Civic Touring exclusively. Most Accord trims include power-adjustable front seats, while they’re included in the Civic with the Touring trim.
See the accompanying chart for some of the notable differences inside the Accord and Civic.
| Accord | Model | Civic |
|---|---|---|
| 16.7 cu.-ft. | Cargo Volume | 14.8 cu.-ft. |
| 450W system with ten speakers, including subwoofer | Premium Sound System | 12 Bose® speakers, including subwoofer |
| Dual-zone automatic | Climate Control |
Automatic (standard) Dual-zone automatic (EX and Touring) |
|
Heated and ventilated 12-way power driver’s seat with two-position memory |
Front Seats |
Heated Eight-way power driver’s seat |
| Touring trim | Heated Rear Seats | No |
2022 Honda Accord
2022 Honda Civic
2022 Honda Accord vs. Civic Engine Specs Offered
A key difference between the Honda Civic and Accord is their engines and power output. While the standard engine in the Accord is a 1.5L turbo four-cylinder, a more powerful 2.0L four-cylinder is available, along with a hybrid powertrain. The Civic also offers a 1.5L turbo four-cylinder engine, and it’s standard with a naturally aspirated four-cylinder.
See the accompanying engine specs chart for more performance details.
2022 Honda Accord
Engine: 1.5L turbo four-cylinder
Horsepower: 192 HP
Torque: 192 lb.-ft.
MPG: 30 city / 38 hwy*
2022 Honda Accord
Engine: 2.0L VTEC® turbo four-cylinder
Horsepower: 252 HP
Torque: 273 lb.-ft.
MPG: 22 city / 32 hwy*
2022 Honda Accord
Engine: 2.0L VTEC® engine with electric motor
Horsepower: 212 total system HP
Torque: N/A
MPG: 48 city / 47 hwy*
2022 Honda Civic
Engine: 2.0L four-cylinder
Horsepower: 158 HP
Torque: 138 lb.-ft.
MPG: 31 city / 40 hwy**
2022 Honda Civic
Engine: 1.5L VTEC® turbo four-cylinder
Horsepower: 180 HP
Torque: 177 lb.-ft.
MPG: 33 city / 42 hwy**
*30 city/38 highway/33 combined mpg rating for LX and EX-L. 29 city/35 highway/32 combined mpg rating for Sport 1.5T and Special Edition. 22 city/32 highway/26 combined mpg rating for Sport 2.0T and Touring 2.0T. 48 city/47 highway/47 combined mpg rating for Hybrid and Hybrid EX-L. 44 city/41 highway/43 combined mpg rating for Hybrid Sport and Touring. Based on 2022 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-pack age/condition (hybrid trims) and other factors.
**31 city/40 highway/35 combined mpg rating for LX. 30 city/37 highway/33 combined mpg rating for Sport. 33 city/42 highway/36 combined mpg rating for EX. 31 city/38 highway/34 combined mpg rating for Touring. Based on 2022 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
2022 Honda Accord vs. Civic Technology Features
Stay connected while you’re on the road in either the Accord or Civic. While the Accord is available with a slightly larger standard touchscreen, the Civic offers an upsized touchscreen with customizable feature settings and smart shortcuts in the Touring trim. Both are available with convenient wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, a wireless phone charger, and a Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™. You’ll only find a head-up display in the Accord Touring trim.
2022 Honda Accord
2022 Honda Civic
2022 Honda Accord vs. Civic Safety Features
Drive with confidence and with the safety features in the 2022 Honda Accord and Civic. Both sedans include Honda Sensing® as standard equipment, with the following features:
- Collision Mitigation Braking System™
- Road departure mitigation system
- Adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow
- Lane keeping assist system
- Forward collision warning
- Lane departure warning
- Traffic jam assist
- Traffic sign recognition
Additionally, both models include a blind spot information system with cross traffic monitor on select models, along with low-speed braking control and a rear-seat monitor.
2022 Honda Accord
2022 Honda Civic
Honda Accord Key Features
A high-class sedan with efficient potential and sleek styling, the 2022 Honda Accord is designed to enhance your daily drive. If you’ve decided that the Accord is ideal for you, learn more about the features available across the lineup with our Honda Accord review, and schedule a test drive with one of our Honda Accord sedans for sale in Daytona Beach, FL.
Key available Accord features include:
- Honda Sensing®
- Available hybrid powertrain
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Head-up display
- Full LED headlights
Honda Civic Key Features
The Honda Civic was redesigned for 2022, with a wider stance and expanded field of vision. Preview a few of our team’s favorite features below, then get a more detailed overview of the 2022 Honda Civic Sedan using our model review. Take your preferred Civic Sedan for sale in Daytona Beach, FL, for a test drive.
Key available Civic features include:
- Sport-tuned suspension
- Blind spot information system with cross traffic monitor
- New available Bose premium sound system
- Standard Honda Sensing®
- Standard LED headlights
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May not represent actual vehicle. (Options, colors, trim and body style may vary)
*Any MPG listed is based on model year EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid only) and other factors. For additional information about EPA ratings, visit http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/label/learn-more-PHEV-label.shtml .