Honda Civic RS vs. Hyundai’s Elantra GLS

With the highly anticipated new civic launch, there have been many discussions going on in the local automobile market. The central part of these discussions is comparing the new civic with its major competitors in the local market. One of these competitors is Hyundai’s Elantra. So today, we will talk about Honda Civic RS vs. Hyundai’s Elantra GLS in detail. So you can have a clear comparison between all the specs and features of these cars.

Let us compare both of these cars.

Price comparison 

Firstly let us talk about the price of the Honda Civic RS vs. Hyundai’s Elantra GLS. as the price is one of the most significant factors for buying a car.

Honda Civic RS

It comes with a higher price tag of Rs. 6,100,000.

Hyundai’s Elantra GLS

While Hyundai’s Elantra comes in a more affordable price that is Rs. 4,399,000

Key Specifications 

A car’s specifications undoubtedly play a vital role in making it everyone’s favorite. So, let’s see what these cars have to offer in this department.

Honda Civic RS

Honda Civic RS is a 1500cc sedan. It offers automatic CVT transmission. With 4687mm in length, Civic RS is the longest c segment car available in the market. It has a capacity to seat five persons. The fuel tank capacity is 47L—the millage of honda civic RSranges from 11-14km/l.

Hyundai’s Elantra GLS

Elantra GLS is a 2000cc petrol engine car with automatic transmission. It is 4620 mm in length and 1800 mm in width with five-person seating. Its fuel tank capacity is 50L. It can give up to 12 km/l mileages in the city and 16 km/l mileages on the highway.

Key Features 

Here are some of the key features this car has to offer:

Honda Civic RS

Honda has introduced some new features in the recent civic RS like Honda sense. It has been introduced for the first time in Pakistan. This feature can significantly improve the drive as well as the safety. Let’s have a look at its essential features category wise:

Interior

The new civic is undoubtedly a perfect picture of finesse, comfort, and class for the car’s interior. It’s loaded with all high-tech car interior accessories that can help make the drive more comfortable and smother. Some of its sticking interior features are:

• High-quality seat material
• All seat adjustment
• Telescopic and tilting steering wheel
• Media controls on steering wheel
• Voice recognition 9-inch infotainment screen
• Auto climate control
• Rear ac vents
• Push start
• Smart keyless entry

Exterior

Honda’s new civic RS is no doubt a treat to look at. Its unmatchable length gives it a unique panache that no one in the market can beat. Its beautifully structured front grille and specially crafted headlights add to its class. Here are some of its unique exterior accessories:

• Led fog lamps
• Splendid matte finish front grille
• Retractable side view mirrors
• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Auto led headlights
• Sunroof

Safety

Safety features are one of the most critical factors to look for when discussing a new car or comparing it with a competitor in the market. As they ensure a comfortable and safe ride on the road. The new civic RS has to offer the following feature in the department of safety:

• Collision mitigation braking system
• Electronic parking brake
• Lead car departure notification system
• Road departure mitigation system
• Cruise control
• Lane keep assist
• Traffic sign recognition
• Auto high beam

Hyundai Elantra DLS

When discussing making a style statement, Elantra doesn’t lag from its competitor. It is beautifully structured, and it’s interior and exterior both scream class and comfort. Let’s look at all its features in detail:

Interior

Elantra’s interior is modern and classy. Its cabin is spacious and can comfortably seat five passengers. It’s also equipped with all modern-day amenities that can make your ride more joyful and pleasant. Some of its many interior features are:

• Power Steering
• Rear AC Vents
• Power Windows
• Audio System Remote Control
• Speakers Front & back
• Adjustable Steering Column
• Height Adjustable Driving Seat
• 7-inch Infotainment Screen
• Automatic Climate Control
• Adjustable Seats
• Keyless Entry

Safety

Safety is the priority of every customer. it is why no car review can be complete without talking about that car’s safety feature. Hyundai Elantra has some extraordinary safety features. Let’s have a look at some significant ones:

• Antilock Braking System
• Hill Start Assist Control
• Traction Control
• Vehicle Stability Control
• Central Locking
• Safety
• Anti-Lock Braking
• Brake Assist
• Vehicle Stability Control System
• Engine Immobilizer
• Crash Sensor
• Anti-Theft Device

Exterior

Elantra’s exterior is beautifully crafted and gives a classy look. Also, it comes in six striking unique colors that can complement your personality and showcase your taste. Here are some of its exterior features

• Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
• Parking Sensors
• Defogger
• Rear Camera
• Sunroof
• Color options, black Diamond, Fiery Red, Graphite Grey, Polar White, Silver, and Teal Blue

Engine Specification

Honda Civic RS

Its engine specifications are:

Honda Civic RS possesses a four-cylinder 1.5L engine that produces 170hp power and 220Nm torque. Its maximum speed is 220km/h.

Hyundai Elantra GLS

Hyundai Elantra GLS has a 2.0L engine that can produce 147hp power and 179 Nm torque. Its top speed is 180 km/h

Performance Statistics

Honda Civic RS

Here are the fuel efficiency details of the new Honda RS

• It gives a fuel economy of 13 km/L in the city
• On the highway, it provides an average of 15 km/L

Hyundai Elantra GLS

The millage information of Hyundai Elantra GLS is:

• It gives a fuel economy of 12 km/L in the city
• 16 km/L on highway

Final Thoughts

That was a detailed and comprehensive comparison between the new Honda civic RS and Hyundai Elantra GLS. Undoubtedly both these cars have a lot to offer in every department. They also have unique traits that set them apart from one another. There is also a significant difference in their price tags. We hope that this article can help you understand which car suits your needs and situation in the best way.