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Compare 2021 Honda Civic Type R vs Subaru WRX STI

2021 Honda Civic Type R
2021 Honda Civic Type R
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$37,895
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Subaru WRX STI
2021 Subaru WRX STI
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$37,245
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.4
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 16 MPG
Hwy: 22 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Trunk Volume
12 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
46.2 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A

Photos

2021 Honda Civic Type R
2020-2021 Honda Civic Type R Rear Angle View
2020-2021 Honda Civic Type R Dashboard
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Subaru WRX STI
2018-2021 Subaru WRX STI Rear Angle View
2018-2021 Subaru WRX STI Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
306 hp @ 6500 rpm
310 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
295 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm
290 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,121 lbs
3,450 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
25 MPG
19 MPG
City
22 MPG
16 MPG
Highway
28 MPG
22 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.1 (Est) Tons/yr
9.3 (2020) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
15.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
272.8 miles
254.4 miles
Cruising Range Highway
347.2 miles
349.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
179.4 in
180.9 in
Height
56.5 in
58.1 in
Max Width
73.9 in
70.7 in
Front Width
63 in
60.2 in
Rear Width
62.7 in
60.6 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
104.3 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
4.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
4 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.3 in
43.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.3 in
39.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.9 in
55.6 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.7 in
52.1 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.9 in
35.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.4 in
37.1 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55 in
54.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
48.8 in
53.1 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
N/A
12 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
25.7 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
46.2 ft³
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
39.5 ft
36 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
20" x 8.5"
19" x 8.5"
Rear Wheel Size
20" x 8.5"
19" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P245/30YR20
P245/35WR19
Rear Tire
P245/30YR20
P245/35WR19
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Crystal Black Pearl
  • Rallye Red
  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Lapis Blue Pearl
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic
  • Pure Red
  • WR Blue Pearl

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Boost Blue Pearl
  • Championship White
  • Sonic Gray Pearl
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black/Red, Suede-Effect Fabric Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Ultrasuede Upholstery w/Leather Bolsters

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Optional
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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