2025 Honda Civic Hybrid vs. 2025 Nissan Leaf Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid

2025 Honda
Civic Hybrid

MSRP*: $30,150 to $33,150
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Leaf

2025 Nissan
Leaf

MSRP*: $28,140 to $36,190
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MPG - City 50 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 45 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 200-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 147-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 200 hp 147 - 214 hp
Exterior Length 179.0 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 70.5 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 33.5 in
Head Room Front 37.6 in
Rear 37.1 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 37.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Civic Hybrid than the Nissan Leaf. The Nissan Leaf will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Honda Civic Hybrid.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Honda Civic Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Leaf.

Dimensions
The Honda Civic Hybrid is about the same width as the Nissan Leaf. When looking at overall length, the Honda Civic Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Nissan Leaf.

Handling
The Honda Civic Hybrid has a larger turning radius than the Nissan Leaf, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Civic Hybrid has a much more powerful engine than the Nissan Leaf. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Honda Civic Hybrid and the Nissan Leaf do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Honda Civic Hybrid and the Nissan Leaf.