- [Presenter] The 2022 Toyota Corolla
versus the 2022 Honda Civic.
Let's find out more about these compact sedans.
Whether you're looking to save at the pump
or get a thrill around curvy backroads,
there's a Corolla to suit you.
Apex Edition brings serious performance to Corolla
with its lightweight wheels and sport-tuned suspension,
a perfect way to make the most of the optional
six-speed manual transmission.
Corolla comes with Toyota Safety Sense 2.0
and 10 standard airbags.
Let's now put Corolla and Civic side-by-side
to see how they compare.
Corolla is available across five core grades.
Three special edition models are also available,
the Nightshade Edition on SE
and the performance-oriented Apex Edition
on both SE and XSE.
In a nod to enthusiasts,
Corolla SE, including its Apex Edition,
can be equipped
with a six-speed Intelligent Manual Transmission.
Finally, Corolla Hybrid rounds out the lineup
with its stellar efficiency.
The new Civic offers four grades.
There are no special editions,
as well as no manual transmission
or hybrid powertrain options available.
Corolla's exterior is highlighted
with standard features like LED headlights and taillights.
Its aggressively sculpted design
sets itself apart even further with available options
like a black roof,
as well as special-edition details
like Nightshade Edition's black exterior accents,
wheels and more,
and Apex Edition's bronze-colored exterior accents,
a unique body kit,
and 18-inch black flow-formed alloy wheels.
For 2022, Civic also includes standard LED lighting,
as well as available fog lights.
But there's no two-tone paint option or special editions.
Practicality and versatility
have always been hallmarks of the Corolla nameplate,
and this remains true for 2022.
It can be seen in standard features
like a 60/40-split folding rear seat
and available features like heated front seats,
automatic climate control,
and Qi Wireless charging.
All new for 2022,
Civic's interior offers many of the same available features,
like heated front seats and Qi Wireless charging,
but a 60/40-split rear seat
is only offered on select grades.
That said, it does offer available leather-trimmed seating
and dual-zone upgrade
for its standard automatic climate control.
It's not all convenience and comfort inside Corolla,
there's tons of tech as well.
This can be seen in its available
seven-inch Multi-Information Display,
and its standard Audio Multimedia touchscreen
offering compatibility for Apple CarPlay,
which connects drivers to Apple Music,
Maps, Messages, and other favorite apps from the iPhone.
In addition, Android Auto compatibility makes it easy
to stay connected to Android devices,
while Amazon Alexa connectivity
keeps Amazon's digital assistant just a question away.
Plus, there's a standard three-month SiriusXM Platinum Plan
trial subscription that includes over 165 channels
available in-cabin,
and even more on the SXM mobile app,
making it easier than ever to enjoy not just ad-free music,
but also sports, comedy, and more.
Best of all, a nine-speaker JBL audio system is available
to help make the most out of these features.
Corolla also comes with trials
to Toyota's line of Connected Services,
including a Wi-Fi Connect hotspot for up to five devices.
Inside Civic, there's a similar emphasis on technology,
with a Driver Interface Screen as large as 10.2 inches,
and a touchscreen audio system
providing standard compatibility for Apple CarPlay
and Android Auto.
While not standard on all grades,
a SiriusXM three-month trial subscription is available,
but there is no Amazon Alexa compatibility offered.
A 12-speaker Bose audio system is available,
as is HondaLink service,
but it does not include Wi-Fi hotspot functionality.
While it may emphasize fun and functionality,
Corolla is just as much about safety.
That means ten airbags and Toyota Safety Sense 2.0
are standard on all models.
Additionally, Blind Spot Monitor
with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert is available.
Civic's safety story also includes 10 airbags
and Honda Sensing,
an active safety suite similar to Toyota Safety Sense.
A blind spot information system is available,
while a rear seat reminder function is standard.
For 2022, Corolla continues to offer a choice
between three powertrains,
four counting the available manual transmission option.
First, there's the 1.8-liter engine on "L" grades,
which is paired with a continuously variable transmission.
Next, the two-liter engine on "S" grades
doesn't just offer added power,
it can also be paired with a six-speed manual transmission
or a CVT that uses a unique physical first gear
and paddle shifters for a more engaging drive.
Meanwhile, the Apex Edition takes performance
to another level with a sport-tuned exhaust and suspension,
lightweight wheels,
and other sporty features.
But the other big story with Corolla's performance
is its hybrid grade,
which offers smooth and responsive acceleration
from its electric motor,
with an EPA-estimated 52 miles per gallon combined rating.
Like the previous generation,
Civic comes with a 158-horsepower engine standard,
but the turbocharged option now offers 180 horsepower.
Regardless of grade,
all Civic models use a Continuously Variable Transmission
and there are no hybrid models available.
For Corolla, a great list of features and specs
is just one side of the story.
The other side is the amazing ownership experience
and value that only Toyota can deliver.
This includes the two-year ToyotaCare Maintenance plan
with Roadside Assistance,
a stellar hybrid battery warranty,
and the peace of mind
that comes from a strong set of industry awards.
Civic is also known to provide great value,
but it can't match Toyota's no-cost maintenance plan
or third-party accolades.
For well over 50 years,
Corolla has been the obvious choice in small cars,
and for good reason.
Its versatility, technology, and fun-to-drive demeanor
mean that this compact is perfectly designed
to suit every personality.
Find one for yourself today at toyota.com.
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