february 2012Updated 2/2/12

2012 Corolla vs. 2012 Honda Civic

Top Corolla Advantages Over Civic

Corolla vs. Civic is one of the classic matchups of the automotive world. And there’s no denying the new-generation 2012 Civic is as tough a competitor as the outgoing model was. It’s one of the few cars with the reputation and credibility to make it an automatic “must see” for most shoppers in this segment.

But the 2012 Corolla is more than up to the challenge. Its combination of engineering features and value clearly set it apart from Civic. Corolla is still considered the gold standard, as this Edge makes clear.

Look inside for detailed info about this summary, important safety information and disclaimers.

� PASSENGERS PAMPERED Civic buyers are forced to move up the model’s range to gain many of the comfort and convenience features that are standard on the popular Corolla LE.

•Fully featured Everywhere you look, Corolla impresses with its abundance of creature comforts either not available on Civic or only on higher Civic grades.

•Sophisticated electronics Corolla LE’s standard audio system is more sophisticated than that in Civic LX, with more speakers and more communications options.

•Available moonroof This feature is only available on higher-priced Civic EX and EX-L grades.

� FEATuRES FOR DRiviNG A car has to work in a wide variety of environments. Corolla includes features that give a driver extra confidence when driving conditions change.

•Heated sideview mirrors Corolla’s heated mirrors help reduce frost buildup. Civic LX doesn’t have this feature.

•Larger brakes Corolla’s brakes are larger than Civic’s, which may help provide more consistent braking performance after hard or extended use.

•Bigger wheels and tires Corolla LE has wheels and tires that are one full size bigger than Civic LX’s—for more contact with the road.

� TOyOTA vALuE Toyota and Honda both have great reputations for value. However, in a head-to-head match, Corolla usually has a lower MSRP1. Plus, its savings continue long after the purchase.

•Lower MSRP Corolla LE’s MSRP1 is more than $700 less than Civic LX’s when equipped with automatic transmission.

•Toyota Care included Corolla savings continue with the included Toyota Care complimentary scheduled factory maintenance and roadside-assistance program. Honda doesn’t have a similar program.

•The best seller Americans have voted with their wallets, and last year Corolla was the best-selling subcompact in the United States for the ninth year in a row.

� ADvANCED ENGiNEERiNG Corolla takes advantage of some of the latest in automotive engineering to achieve an optimum balance of efficiency and performance.

•Sophisticated DOHC engine Civic has i-VTEC, but it’s mated with an SOHC valvetrain. Corolla uses a DOHC design.

•Dual vvT-i Corolla’s engine independently adjusts intake and exhaust valve timing for better combustion efficiency. Civic’s i-VTEC doesn’t have independent control.

2012 Honda Civic LX

2012 Corolla LEOver Civic

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� TOyOTA vAL vAL v uEToyota and Honda both have great reputations for value.

2012 Honda Civic LX

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Civic at a Glance

DXEngine

1.8-liter SOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with i-VTEC

Transmissions

5-speed manual 5-speed automatic

Driveline

Front-wheel drive

Standard features

Driver and front-passenger airbagsFront side and side curtain airbagsAnti-lock brake systemElectronic brake-force distributionStability controlTraction controlEco Assist driving indicator6-way-adjustable driver’s seatTilt and telescoping steering columnFolding rear seatbackAuto-off headlampsPower windowsIntermittent windshield wipers15-inch steel wheels

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Corolla L

LX

The LX differs from the DX by adding:

Standard features

Security systemMulti-information displayPower color-keyed outside mirrorsColor-keyed outside door handlesPower windows with driver side auto up/downRemote keyless entryMaplightsFloor matsAir conditioning with air filterPower door locksCruise controlSteering-wheel-mounted controlsAM/FM/CD/USB/MP3/AUX audio system with 4 speakers

Compare to

Corolla LE

EX

The EX differs from the LX by adding:

Transmission

5-speed automatic

Standard features

4-wheel disc brakes

Power moonroof

Passenger-side seatback pocket

Rear armrest with beverage holders

Variable intermittent wipers

Bluetooth®2 hands-free phone system

Bluetooth audio streaming

60/40 split-folding rear seatback

AM/FM/CD/USB/MP3/AUX audio system with 6 speakers

Exterior temperature gauge

16-inch alloy wheels

Compare to

Corolla S

EX-L

The EX-L differs from the EX by adding:

Standard Features

Heated sideview mirrors

Auto on/off headlamps

Leather-wrapped steering wheel

Leather-trimmed seats

Heated front seats

Compare to

Corolla S

Honda has an extensive range of Civic models, including a hybrid with Honda’s IMA system, a natural-gas version, a special high-fuel-economy version (Civic HF) and the sport-specialty Si. This Edge, however, focuses on the mainstream sedan grades that make up the majority of sales.

Here are some of the major features of the main Civic Sedan grades.

2012 Honda Civic LX

EX

The EX differs from the LX by adding:

Transmission

Honda has an extensive range of Civic models, including a hybrid with Honda’s IMA system, a natural-gas version, a special high-fuel-economy version (Civic HF) and the sport-specialty Si. This Edge, however, focuses on the mainstream

Here are some of the major features of the main Civic 2012 Honda Civic LX

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Savings at point of purchase

Toyota is very generous when it comes to loading up Corolla with standard features. For example, Corolla L includes air conditioning and an audio system. Civic DX doesn’t. Yet the MSRPs1 are about same or lower for Corolla’s three grades than for the corresponding Civic models.

� ADvANCED ENGiNEERiNG

Sophisticated DOHC engine

Most small engines today use a dual-overhead- cam design to help maximize efficiency and reduce emissions. However, Civic still uses a less-sophisticated single-overhead-cam design. And that means one camshaft is responsible for opening and closing all 16 valves. On Corolla, there is one camshaft assigned to the intake valves, and one to the exhaust valves—so one shaft isn’t doing all the work.

ToyotaCare and roadside assistance3

Corolla includes a complimentary two-year or 25,000-mile worry-free factory scheduled maintenance plan that Civic doesn’t offer. Plus Corolla buyers get the peace of mind that comes with roadside assistance for two years, with unlimited mileage.

Grade (with AT)

MSRP1 Grade (with AT)

MSRP1 Toyota Advantage

Corolla L $17,720 Civic DX $17,375 ($245)

Corolla LE $18,670 Civic LX $19,425 $755

Corolla S $19,580 Civic EX $21,275 $1695

Corolla Civic

Valve configuration DOHC SOHC

Dual VVT-i

Honda likes to tout its i-VTEC engine’s variable valve timing. But Honda adjusts for intake efficiency only. Toyota’s Dual VVT-i does it better by independently optimizing both intake and exhaust valve timing for fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.

Corolla Civic

Intake valves

Optimized timing

Optimized timing

Exhaust valves

Optimized timing

Not optimized timing

a best seller

In 2011 Corolla was the best-selling subcompact in the United States for the ninth year in a row. Maybe that’s because Corolla just seems so right to so many people with so many different needs.

2 years or 25,000 miles Corolla Civic

Maintenance:

Engine oil and filter Covered Not covered

Tire rotation Covered Not covered

Multi-point inspection Covered Not covered

Roadside Assistance with Unlimited mileage:

Lockout protection Covered Not covered

Flat-tire changes Covered Not covered

Jump starts Covered Not covered

Fluid delivery Covered Not covered

Towing Covered Not covered

Corolla AdvantagesA Closer Look

Corolla Civic

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� PASSENGERS PAMPERED

fully featured

Even though Corolla LE has a lower MSRP than Civic LX, it comes equipped with standard features that are available only on higher-grade and higher-cost Civic models.

Corolla LE Civic LX

Heavy-duty heater

Standard Not available

60/40 split-folding rear seatack

StandardNot available(Std. on EX)

Passenger-side seat back pocket

Standard Available

Variable intermittent wipers

Standard Not available (Std. on EX)

Locking glove box

Standard Not available

Sophisticated electronics

Corolla LE has standard Bluetooth® technology and an available navigation system. Honda only offers navigation on its most expensive EX model. And Honda doesn’t offer Entune™ at any price, which means Civic drivers won’t have three years of complimentary smartphone access to apps like Bing™, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, Open Table® and Pandora®—or data services like fuel guide, sports scores, stocks, traffic and weather.

Corolla LE Civic LX

Standard speakers 6 4

Bluetooth®2 music streaming

Standard Not available (Standard on EX)

Bluetooth hands-free phone system Standard Not available

(Standard on EX)

USB/AUX jack StandardNot available (Standard on EX)

Satellite navigation system

AvailableNot available (Available on EX)

Entune™ Available Not available

� FEATuRES FOR DRiviNG

available moonroof

With Corolla, shoppers aren’t forced into higher grades to get available features like a power moonroof. Civic buyers have no choice but to step up to an EX grade to have a moonroof.

Corolla LE Civic LX

Power moonroof AvailableNot available (Std. on EX)

Heated sideview mirrors

Drivers living in colder climates will especially appreciate the heated sideview mirrors standard on Corolla LE. Civic LX doesn’t offer heated mirrors.

Corolla LE Civic LX

Heated sideview mirrors Standard Not available

(Std. on EX-L)

Larger brakes

Corolla boasts larger brakes all around compared with Civic. Larger brakes may have to work less, and heat up less, than the smaller brakes on Civic. That combination may contribute to more consistent braking performance.

Corolla Civic Toyota advantage

Front brake diameter (mm)

271.8 261.6 10.2

Rear brake diameter (mm)

228.6 200.7 27.9

bigger wheels and tires

Corollas tires are one whole size bigger than Civic’s, and that can give the driver a real sense of confidence when cornering, braking and traveling at highway speed.

Corolla LE Civic LX

Wheel size 16-inch 15-inch

Tire size 205/55R16 195/55R15

Corolla AdvantagesA Closer Look

2012 Civic2011 Corolla shown (Clock position has changed

on 2012 Corolla)

1 MSRP includes delivery, processing and handling fee. Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. Actual dealer price may vary. 2 The Bluetooth wordmark is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 3 Covers normal factoryscheduled service. Plan is 2 years or 25K miles, whichever comes first. The new Toyota vehicle cannot be part of a rental or commercial fleet, or a livery or taxi vehicle. See plan for complete coverage details. See participating Toyota dealer for details. Roadside assistance does not include parts and fluids.

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What’S neW For 2010Feature

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2010

Vehicle stability control†

Available as Stand-Alone Option

Standard on All Models

automatic climate control

Not Available

Available on XLE with A/T

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2010 corolla The world’s best-selling vehicle just keeps getting better, with the tenth-generation Toyota Corolla adding Vehicle Stability Control† and Traction Control as standard equipment – with no price increase for the 2010 model year. Corolla has long been synonymous with Toyota’s reputation for quality, durability, reliability (QDR) and value. And with additional safety features as standard equipment on more trim levels, new options packages, low suggested retail prices and a proven record of high resale value, there’s never been a better time to buy a Toyota Corolla.

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Great reputation as a smart buy Toyota has built the Corolla for more than 40 years and today’s Corolla, the 10th

generation, continues the tradition of improvement and value. The 2010 Corolla delivers

more power, more efficiency, more standard safety features, more comfort, more style

and more standard convenience features than any previous generation. In fact, Corolla

was named as a 2009 Intellichoice™ SmartChoice Award Winner as An Excellent

Value and Highest Retained Value1. Corolla proves once again that affordable quality,

durability and reliability never go out of style.outstanding fuel economy Corolla customers love the fact that it combines a fun-to-drive experience with

impressive fuel economy ratings. The 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with Dual VVT-i,

featured on Corolla, LE, XLE and S models, has a 26/35/30 MPG rating (city/hwy/

combined, M/T)*. The Corolla XRS 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with VVT-i has a

22/30/25 MPG rating*. All Corollas run on regular grade gasoline and qualify as Ultra

Low Emission Vehicles (ULEV II).a history of high resale value Corolla has better predicted resale value than many competitors throughout the

ownership cycle. As winner of the 2009 Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value Award2,

Corolla offers owners a solid value through the years.

comprehensive list of safety features

Corolla offers more standard safety features than ever for 2010, with Vehicle Stability

Control† and Traction Control now standard on all trims. Those features, along with Anti-

lock Braking System, Brake Assist† and Electronic Brake-force Distribution, complete

the Star Safety System™, now standard on all Corollas. Corolla’s standard safety

features also include front active headrests† and a Tire Pressure Monitor System†.

Wide range of trim and option choices

The choices start with five trims – Corolla, S, LE, XLE and XRS – and two 4-cylinder

engines – the 132-horsepower, 1.8-liter and the 158-horsepower, 2.4-liter (XRS). Then

pick from a long list of popular options. Technology fans can consider the available

DVD-based navigation system†, JBL® premium audio, XM Satellite Radio† system,

NavTraffic®† and Bluetooth®†. How about upscale luxuries such as available leather-

trimmed interior or available power moonroof? Or sporty touches such as 17" wheels

on XRS? Customers will find it easy to complement Corolla’s well-equipped trims with

additional features that enhance ownership.

1 2009 IntelliChoice® Inc., www.IntelliChoice.com; Compact

2 Vehicle’s projected resale value is specific to the 2009 model year. For more information, go to Kelley Blue

Book’s kbb.com. Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc.

*2010 EPA MPG Estimates. Actual mileage will vary.

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5 Reasons To Buy a CoRolla

Great reputation as a smart buy

outstanding fuel economy ratings

a history of high resale value

comprehensive list of safety features

Wide range of models and option choices

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• star safety system™ now standard on all models

- VSC† now standard on all models

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on XlE with automatic transmission

• blu logic® Hands free system† now available {b3}

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features or changes for 2010.

† Please see “Cautions” section in the back of this book for important information on this feature.

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