2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid
2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid vs 2025 Toyota Corolla XSE AWD
Both the 2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid and the 2025 Toyota Corolla XSE AWD offer great style, comfort, and advanced tech. They’re smart choices for anyone looking for a compact car that does a little more. But if you’re after better power, richer features, and next-level efficiency, the Civic might just pull ahead—especially on the roads of Edmonton.
Power That Doesn’t Waste a Drop
The Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid brings a lot of strength. Its two-motor hybrid system makes up to 200 hp and 232 lb.-ft. of torque. It feels quick and smooth, even in city traffic. The Corolla’s AWD setup helps with winter traction, but it's 1.8-litre hybrid system falls short on power. You only get 138 hp, which can feel underwhelming when merging or climbing hills. And that’s without the added fuel efficiency that the Civic offers.
Comfort That Feels Premium
Inside the Civic, there’s a real sense of calm and class. You get heated front and rear seats, an 8-way power driver’s seat, and leather trim with smart contrast accents. It feels upscale without trying too hard. The Corolla XSE has SofTex seating and some power adjust options, but the design feels simpler. It lacks the same refined finishes and thoughtful touches that come standard in the Civic.
Tech That Truly Connects
With a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Google built-in, the Civic feels like an extension of your digital life. It even includes a 12-speaker BOSE® audio system that makes every song sound fuller. The Corolla does offer a 10.5-inch screen and JBL sound on select trims, but the audio system has fewer speakers and less richness overall. You’ll also need to pay for extra connected features after the trial period ends.
Designed for Edmonton Roads
The Civic may be front-wheel drive, but it’s built to adapt. You can toggle between four different drive modes to suit your mood or weather. It feels stable and smart even when the weather shifts. The Corolla does have AWD, but that adds extra weight and takes away from performance. And you’ll still notice the lack of power during longer drives or quick overtakes.
Safety That Comes Standard
Both models offer advanced safety tech, but Honda Sensing® is known for being smooth and easy to use. Every Civic comes with adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, forward collision warning, and more. The Corolla also includes similar systems, but some users find the alerts and assist features a little too sensitive or harsh in feel.
Ready to Feel the Difference?
The 2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid gives you more of what matters. More power. More comfort. More smart tech. Come see it for yourself at Alberta Honda in Edmonton. Take it for a drive and feel how right it really is.