2025 Honda Civic vs 2025 Nissan Sentra

$24,250 · Sedan

$21,590 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Honda Civic grips the segment with its refined design and efficiency edge, starting at a competitive $24,250 with a solid 150 hp engine and impressive 36 MPG combined. Its 184.8-inch length hints at superior cabin space, making it the traditional benchmark. Conversely, the 2025 Nissan Sentra leaps forward with assertive styling and a lower entry point of $21,590, offering 146 lb-ft of torque, slightly edging out the Civic’s 133 lb-ft, which should translate to slightly snappier city responsiveness. While both utilize FWD and CVTs, the Civic boasts a superior highway rating of 41 MPG versus the Sentra's 40 MPG. The Civic’s dimensions (70.9 inches wide) present a familiar, balanced feel against the slightly taller and narrower Sentra (71.5 inches wide, 56.9 inches high). These two contenders offer compelling, value-driven sedan experiences, prioritizing economy with engaging road manners.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Honda Civic

The Civic takes the commuter crown due to its superior combined fuel economy rating of 36 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Civic

With slightly greater overall length at 184.8 inches and a marginal advantage in cargo space at 14.8 cu ft, the Civic is fractionally more accommodating.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Nissan Sentra

The Sentra offers a slight advantage in low-end punch with 146 lb-ft of torque compared to the Civic's 133 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Nissan Sentra

The Nissan Sentra secures the value victory with a significantly lower starting MSRP of $21,590.

Choose the Honda Civic if...

You prioritize the absolute best fuel efficiency, targeting 41 MPG on the highway.
You prefer the established reliability and marginally larger footprint of the 184.8-inch Civic body.
You value the slightly higher peak horsepower figure of 150 hp.

Choose the Nissan Sentra if...

Your primary concern is budget, benefiting from the $21,590 starting price.
You prefer a bit more low-end pull, leveraging the 146 lb-ft of torque.
You prefer the taller stance and slightly wider body for perceived interior spaciousness.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Civic	Nissan Sentra
Length	184.8"	182.7"
Width	70.9"	71.5"
Height	55.7"	56.9"
Wheelbase	107.7"	106.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Nissan
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	—
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	—
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Fixed Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Rear Drum Brakes	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Nissan
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	150 hp @ 6400 rpm	149 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque	133 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Nissan
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Nissan
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	32/41 MPG	30/40 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	36 MPG	34 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	396.8/508.4 mi.	372.0/496.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	12.4 gal.	12.4 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	Nissan
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Nissan
Infotainment Display	7.0 in	7.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	160W	—
Speaker System	4	4
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Honda	Nissan
One-Touch Power Windows	2	1
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Nissan
Front Head Room	39.3 in.	38.9 in.
Front Leg Room	42.3 in.	44.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.0 in.	56.4 in.
Front Hip Room	54.3 in.	53.5 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Nissan
Rear Head Room	37.1 in.	36.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.4 in.	34.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.0 in.	54.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	48.9 in.	53.3 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Nissan
Wheel Material	Steel	Steel
Wheel Cover Type	Full	Full
Wheel Diameter	16 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P215/55R	P205/60R H
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Size	—	16 x 6.5 in

Suspension

Feature	Honda	Nissan
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Honda	Nissan
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	2 yr./ 24000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda Civic and 2025 Nissan Sentra.

How much better is the fuel economy between the Civic and the Sentra?

The 2025 Honda Civic holds a slight edge with a 36 MPG combined rating, compared to the Sentra’s 34 MPG combined. Specifically, the Civic achieves 41 MPG highway versus the Sentra's 40 MPG highway.

Is the Nissan Sentra significantly cheaper than the Honda Civic?

Yes, the Sentra offers substantial immediate savings, boasting an MSRP of $21,590 against the Civic's $24,250. This price difference of $2,660 is a major differentiator.

Which sedan has more power for acceleration?

While horsepower is nearly identical (150 hp for Civic vs. 149 hp for Sentra), the Sentra generates more pulling power with 146 lb-ft of torque compared to the Civic's 133 lb-ft.

Are the exterior dimensions very different between the two models?

They are quite similar, but the Civic is slightly longer at 184.8 inches, whereas the Sentra is notably taller, measuring 56.9 inches high compared to the Civic's 55.7 inches.