2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback vs. Honda Civic Hatchback // Is There A Wrong Answer? 

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My first car was a 1972 corolla.96hp and 2 speed auto. Top speed 92mph. 0-60 in 6 months. But you could rebuild it with about 4 tools. So there is that!

Truth is the world needs more hatchbacks.

I can't stop looking at that leaf

Hatchbacks can save us from the SUV/Minivan apocalypse. The Civic Hatchback is the better choice. Hate the Corolla’s unnervingly light steering. Having a much punchier engine and bigger interior also helps, so the Honda Civic it is (but the lack of heated steering wheels will be missed). Not mention that the Corolla’s weird CVT already has recalls.

Its the first time I've looked at a Corolla and thought, "that actually looks pretty ok."

This is why I enjoy Throttle House. Although you are reviewing these “mundane “ cars and using them from an enthusiast perspective, you all are still looking at the practicality and the likely use for the car.

@ 3:09 -- "FWD doesn't help it in the winter"?? What the hell is that supposed to mean? I'm a big RWD fan, but FWD is way better than RWD in snow, any day of the week.

Bought the Corolla Hatch, SE 2021, in BLUE FLAME ...and LOVE IT!

The acting in the beginning always reminds me of the way porn stars act during skits. 🤦‍♂️🤣😂

I would buy a Corolla because the Naturally Aspirated Engine would likely last longer than the turbo in the Civic.

I know this is a super old video, but I think if you're going to compare hatchbacks, you should definitely show the hatch capacity! Great review as always :)

I'd get the Corolla, such an improvement (power, design, the car itself) over the last one! Plus, that manual trans, 168HP, nice wing, not a very fast car, but fast enough for what it is! Remember it had 140HP a year ago

Congratulations. You have successfully reviewed two great hatchbacks without once opening the HATCHBACK. Show me the boot! Also, the Sport Touring Civic is like 5 grand more than the Corolla...

Lol I laughed at the "in a American speak is this" because I'm American, and I didn't understand the liter and K/M explanation.

For these two, it would honestly be whoever gave me the best price.

TOYOTA AND HONDA are best of all times they build super though cars🏋️‍♂️🏋️‍♂️🏋️‍♂️

Corolla Hatch in blue flame would have my pick. 168hp is enough as a daily. I'm not going to a damn race track lol. (although I understand people may want to do just that with these cars haha) Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think you missed a pretty large plus about the CVT on the Corolla. It has a physical first gear as a launch gear. Feels MUCH better than a reg CVT.

Civic for me for sportier spice. Toyota may last longer and cost less to maintain though. Sub 7s accleration on civic hatch is quite impressive given that Si does sub 6.5.

I will not change my opinion...the absolute two best brands to buy are Toyota and Honda. I am of German ancestry and I will flat out say it...Honda and Toyota have beaten the Germans...the Americans and the Koreans at car building...for all you Trump Yankee lovers who love FORD and GM and FCA...you keep buying that crap. Foe all you German car lovers who think The Germans are the best...all it is is expensive crap. The Koreans are close to Honda and Toyota, but the two Marquee Japanese brands still reign supreme. I personally love Toyota because like me...I like boring and reliable. My wife and I own are 3rd Toyota now...we drove our Corolla to 330 000 kms....now that is reliable and it was still going when we traded it in. Toyota is hands down the best.

Have tried selling people on the civic hatchback and failed both times, they skipped for sedans. I wish my 17 wrx had a hatchback option.

Great comparison. You nailed the main reasons why someone would choose one car over the other. Being a Civic owner, I can still appreciate the qualities described in the Corolla. But I chose the Civic for its sporty performance and handling and aggressive style.

There are some SERIOUS Caveats here, fellas. For most enthusiasts that are cross shopping these, they are looking for manuals, and not autos. And from personally driving both, the corolla manual gear box is far more superior (can't believe i actually said that) to the Honda. For the first time, i drove a Honda manual and hated it. Way too much play in between gears, fake metal clang sound when banging gears and just a cheap overall feel. Though, you are right, the steering feel does come into play here. Between the two, the Honda wins in Steering feel. The other big issue is, even though i'm an enthusiast, the infotainment which is a BIG deal for daily drivers.. The main thing that Honda omit's in the Civic Sport is a Touch screen and upgraded sound system in the Manual version. Have you heard the sound system of the base infotainment? You might as well use your cell phone speakers to listen to music. The infotainment is so bland, and quite frankly, not enjoyable. Not to mention, the back up camera quality is on par with a flip phone camera. Guys, I know i'm complaining about materialistic things, but even enthusiasts need creature comforts from time to time. The Corolla hatch has a better feeling manual gear box, not nearly as much play between gears, more tech comes standard, infotainment is top-notch and the back-up camera is definitely better quality. Honda really screwed up not offering a better infotainment, that would have helped in many people's buying decisions.

The fwd doesn't really help it in the winter??? As supposed to what? 4x4? Coming from a country with long, cold and snowy winters I can testify that fwd gets you a lot further then rwd.

The point of hatches is more practical and usable space in the back than the comparable sedan version and there’s no mention or comparison of cargo capacity / seat folding etc? It could be the main factor for a lot of people in deciding between the two especially with how closely matched they appear... love your work just seems like an important point missed.

We know 6MT in Civic is Awesome, you guys need to do another review on the Corolla with 6MT. It's a better fit for NA engines (vs Turbo).

What you forgot to mention is that the Corolla cvt transmission is different than others... it ACTUALLY HAS a 1st gear... then it switches over to the gumband for 2nd and up

You really couldn't go wrong with either one of these, buying a Corolla or civic is a totally fine decision

I had a 2016 Accord. I NEVER used the slider for volume control.NEVER!!! I always used the conviently located steering wheel controls. Even in my current cars that have volume knobs. I don't use them I always use steering wheel controls. I don't know why it's such a bad idea😲🤦🤷🤷

I"ll stick with my 2002 Honda Civic SiR. No Apple Car Play, No android car play and most importantly, no CVT. Just pure driving enjoyment without the gimmicks :)

Brilliant review guys. I have reached the "comfort stage" in life so its the Corolla for me when it gets launched in the UK in February 2019.

Corolla XSE Hatchback with manual transmission...

Been looking at both of these. Like that the Honda is definitely snappy with the turbo. Was actually faster than my current v6 similar sized car. Also like how Honda put the screen in the dash not above it like the Toyota. Glad Honda isn't doing that anymore. Honda does seem to be better overall and has more features (while minor).

I’m leasing a 2019 Civic Hatchback LX (manual). It has 16” wheels and its suspension may not be as tuned as aggressively as the Sport and Sport Touring. I find its handling very engaging and the ride to be quite comfortable. In fact, my 83-year-old aunt has commented on how comfortably the car rides.

Definitely like the Civic better, I used to own a hatch sport in manual, it's great! Does need an LSD...

13:06 my grandma just passed away... she was hit by a Corolla at Tim Hortons.

Hey just discovered this channel from my recommended feed and devoured like 5 videos already. Great content guys. Already sub’d. Also from what other people mentioned about Honda’s engine with the fuel dilution issue, did Honda tell you if it was resolved for the 2019’s?

I have the Honda Civic EX hatchback and i’m lovin it.

I choose the Civic as its more practical and spacious. The extra power and better handling is a nice plus.

Ya toyota is boring but reliable car and cheaper than Civic. Honda isn't giving free insurance and the prices are going up each year a new model comes out.

Man I loved the style of this review. The best review and comparison I've seen on you tube!!! Oh and I haven't driven the corolla but I drove my son in laws Civic hatchback and really had fun driving it so much so I traded him my 17 Tacoma for a week to drive.

Not once did you guys mention interior or cargo space. The whole review was just about how the cars drive 🤷‍♂️

I got a Corolla Hatchback XSE in Blue Flame. Super sexy 🤩😍💙

I have a 2021 Corolla hatch XSE and it's the best car I have ever owned.

The shin kick was brutal. Amazing job fellas. Love these comparisons with you two. So much better than MotorTrends Head2Head. Bravo. Also appreciate the MPG conversion. Would choose the Civic due to the peppy engine, great handling, android auto, and tuning potential

I like both cars. I like the headlights on the Toyota better and I think the Corolla looks better, but I like the performance of the Honda. Both are reliable and both cars will get great gas mileage. I love hatchbacks. I have the CT200h and I love it.

Just picked up my 2021 Corolla hatchback last week! Best car I've ever had

I’d have to go with the civic. I’d take front end precision over a smoother ride any day

Everyone keeps dissing me and my Toyota 😔

Y’all didn’t even mention the Honda sensing suite... the Civic literally DRIVES ITSELF on highways

Corolla is way more reliable than the oil dilution Honda turbo engine

I Love the hatchbacks man!🔥🔥they make cars look so clean 🔥

This thing is gonna live longer than your grandma. Me: I'm gonna kill that car right here right now you hear me!

That cloth insert is one of the smartest things I've ever seen done with leather seats.

Again, Excellent review. Subscribed. After driving only 2 vehicles in the past 31 years, yes, 31 years, (1986 Toyota Celica and 2003 Toyota Matrix), I was faced with having to hand over the Matrix and was in the market in late 2017. Headed off to my favorite Toyota dealer and they had nothing I liked. iM was too small, C-HR was ugly and not as practical at the Matrix. I even took a look at the Prius Hatch and V. Better than I expected, but was not impressed. Walked into the Honda dealer next door, saw the Civic Hatchback Sport (hatchback being an important feature), took it for a test drive and bought. I've had it for a year, and this review is spot on. I agree with pretty much everything that was said. Yes, I also found the suspension a bit on the stiff side, and for my winter tires I went down a size and that soften it up. I don't mind the stiffer suspension thou. Handles really well. If the Corolla Hatchback was available when I was in the market, I would of taken a serious look, but no Android Auto and the poor acceleration would of been a huge turn off. I WANT THE VOLUME CONTROL OF THE 2019 CIVIC HATCHBACK. Lol. BW, my mileage is between 6.3 to 6.9l/100km combined. Best fuel efficiency is when your going about 80Km/hr, and I've had as low as 4.8l/100km. I'm reasonably happy with the Civic and after watching this video feel that it's the better of the two for my driving preference. Like he says it's an "engaging car". But if I was in the market to buy a car today, I'd spend the extra money and get a Model 3.

Paddle shifters don't work well on the Corolla? Savagegeese showed the contrary

I'd rather have the Corolla, cleaner styling & proven superior reliability especially given reports of late for Honda. My take on compact sedans/hatchbacks are fuel economy & comfort for a daily computer, not 0-60 acceleration. Thanks!

I've gotten 5.7ltrs/100km on the highway with the Civic touring

Love that 1.5l engine.. bought it as soon as I took a test drive.. fuel efficiency in the city sucks.. but once you get on the highway you’d be surprised on the way it coasts at high speeds barely consuming fuel.

That hardcore kick James dealt in the beginning was hilarious!

There is no wrong answer but the Civic will always be the better choice.

I'll take the Corolla. Thanks. I guess I'll get the sedan because I want a sunroof. The Corolla will last longer (with a normally aspirated engine) than the new turbo Civic. And has better fuel economy. And is MUCH more handsome than the Civic. Plus, not all of us want/need to be boy racers. I think the Corolla is quick enough, especially for a daily driver. The only issues for me are the lack of a sunroof and the lack of Android Auto.

Went with the Corolla and love it!!!

If your looking for damn power buy a V8. Little turbos are not gonna last. The Toyota hatchback is a good daily driver, the best reliability car

Legend has it, you can mold a standard Toronto household garbage bin by melting all the fake plastic vents on the Civic. Legend also has it, if Corolla hatchback had real exhausts, there would be a 50 whp increase. Great video as always guys!

Hey I just started learning more about cars. I’m so glad I found this channel. The production quality is INSANE and this channel needs more subs! You guys earned a SUB!

Simply brilliant!!! Love every content you make... top notch!!!

I went w civic hatch sport. Zero regrets.

Guys! You got the wrong Corolla... IT COMES IN A MANUAL! And the extra cost for the bigger wing is worth it

Want to build up muscle driving? Try my mom's 2002 Chevy Express. Weighs probably over 4 tons, with a broken power steering pump and wide tires. I have to lean to steer that thing

Well, this is the same conclusion as 20 years ago, hondas are more engaging/sportier than toyotas, who are aimed towards a less car enthusiasts clientele

Okay, but what if you can't afford the sport touring?... EX vs Sport Civic.

I like the front end of the civic more. But, I like the corolla hatchback rear more. Both cars are awesome in the manual transmission option. The autos, CVTs, no way

I test drove the Corolla hatchback the first day it hit dealers, at first I was impressed but hated the rev/speedometer gauge on the lower trims, which imo where ripped out of a 2013 Corolla sedan. Then I test drove the Mazda, and was even more impressed, but the 2.5GT 6spd I test drove had really uncomfortable vibrations throughout the car at idle, either from droning or engine knock, so I left. The way home I stopper by honda to test drive the civic hatchback, and was I blown away! I love how it looked and the 1.5t is the best enthusiast engine out of the 3, the 6spd was easy to learn but had a good amount of rev hang. And today I'm a proud owner of a 2018 white honda civic hatchback lx trim or(ex in the us) and I love everything about it

Subscribed after he said how he judges the transmission ! I thought I’d never hear an auto reviewer say such a thing! Big ups from me!

I have been enjoying my Corolla XSE with stick shift the last 60+ days. It is fun and fast (enough) because I didn't buy it to dry that fast. The stick shift has plenty pick up and go, especially with the iM feature turned off!

“ this thing will live longer than your grandma .”

If you're leasing, you cannot go wrong with either one of these. If you're spending your hard earned money and expect long-term service, Corolla is always the answer. Honda's 1.5t has serious fuel dilution problems with no REAL fix in sight.

Which do you think will cross the 300,000 mile mark with the least amount of issues? Speaking from personal experience the Corolla will win hands down.

Owning a 2019 XSE the sport mode definitely feels different. Little more get-up-and-go, and it's really great for merging into traffic (lame reason, yes I know) and when I'm late to work lmao

I love my 2019 civic hatchback sports

I went and drove a Corolla XSE hatch, thought I'd buy it... Then realized I can't get a sunroof, can't get Android auto, and the rear is almost completely useless (both seats, and overall storage space in hatch) I will probably get a new '19 Civic this week. It just has more of what I want, dynamics aside, than the Corolla. I hate the screen and the piano black in the Corolla too. Great car otherwise though.

Well... I have an Android phone and I'm never switching to an iPhone. So I guess that answers your question about which one I'd pick.

Well said. At the end of the day, it's all about personal preference. Since I commute daily to work, I prefer comfort, less road noise and more mpg. So I choose Toyota over Honda. The sporty facelift is an added bonus. Thanks guys!

I have test-driven both and am still a bit conflicted. I prefer everything about the Corolla for a daily driver -- except size. The storage capacity is just a bit too small for a hatchback, even with the seats down. I want something with a bit more capacity for camping in the summer, etc. My first car was a Corolla and it was bullet-proof, ran forever with no repairs. I've own a few Hondas and see a decline in quality over the years, so I'm leery of that turbo engine. If I had to put down $30k on one today, I'd buy the Corolla. I'm also considering (and leaning toward) the Hyundai Elantra GT Sport, which seems to have power and storage. I'm just not convinced about Hyundai reliability, though that's likely based on complaints about older models.

I've driven the new Honda Civic, so it makes it hard to listen to these two, the civic is not nearly as nice. Not to mention border line ugly

I’ve had Civics all my life (never brand new) and I just ordered a 2020 Corolla XSE with the M6 trans. Honda’s Hatch back doesn’t really look like a hatchback in my opinion. And the Corolla has a cool spoiler option that gives it a nice rally sort of look to it that got me sold! And in 2020 you have a two tone option that looks super sharp. And 168hp is fine by me, my 2010 Civic sedan has 140hp!

Honda please make this hatch with "si" treatment and a volume knob... and I will buy it. The current Si's are very ugly IMO

I judge CVT not on its drive but by how they fail before 100k miles frequently.

enjoy your turbo your mechanic will love you also

driving in the city really sucks and you dont get to drive faster than 40km/h most of the time, so the power really doesn't matter. the corolla is a better car for the city.

No contest in my opinion. Civic wins easily. I have one tiny criticism with the video however. Why don't you show different angles of the cars more? I watched the whole video and don't recall a single view of the rear of the Civic. It's mostly front end with a little bit of the side profile near the beginning of the video. Not much better in showcasing the Corolla.

Great effort on Toyota for making the best Corolla today... I applaud their effort And love the look of it... But between the two, I would pick the Honda in Si trim.... But If it was my own money I actually would get the Mazda 3 instead...

The Canadian car market seems really good. Also you two make a good team.

Toyota is already beating Honda sales on rav4 vs crv, Camry vs accord, hilander vs pilot. They have the rigeline which is a practical truck that can’t be compared with the Tacoma. They don’t have anything to match tundra,4Runner and land cruiser

Great review and story-telling!! I really like the presentation reflecting the position of ordinary car owner, a "You" and "Me" view. Personal choice: Corolla! But why in MPG not L/100KMs, just curious?

I love how Thomas always goes for the better drivers cars and the other guy always goes for the cars his mom or grandma would drive. First he picked the Veloster over the Civic Si, then he picked the G70 over the Mustang GT, and now the Corolla over the Civic, what's next a Mitsubishi Mirage over a Miata? Lol

Slower but more reliable I vote Toyota..it will outlast a civic.

Wagon>Hatchback>SUV>Crossover Viva la resistance!

If they make the hatchback si would be sick!