Vehicle Overview
Key specifications and features at a glance
Detailed Specifications
Complete technical specifications comparison
Best comparable values are highlighted in green.
| Specification | WRX RS | Civic e:HEV LX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Capacity | 2387 | 1993 |
| Engine Code | FA24F | — |
| Cylinder Configuration | Horizontally opposed | Inline 4 |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 202 | 104 |
| Torque | 350 | 186 |
| Top Speed | 240 | — |
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD |
| Fuel Economy City | 13.8 | — |
| Fuel Economy Highway | 7.7 | — |
| Fuel Economy Combined | 9.9 | 4.2 |
| Tyre Size | 245 / 40 R18 97Y | 235 / 40 R18 |
| Wheel Size | 18 | 18-inch alloy |
| Number of Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated disc | Disc |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double wishbone | Multi-link |
| Steering Type | Electric power assisted rack and pinion | Electric power steering |
| Number of Airbags | 8 | 11 |
| Towing Capacity | — | 0 |
| Turning Circle | 11.2 | 11.4 |
Dimensions & Weight
Physical specifications and measurements
Best comparable values are highlighted in green.
| Dimension | WRX RS | Civic e:HEV LX |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 | 40 |
| Length | 4670 | 4560 |
| Width | 1825 | 1802 |
| Height | 1465 | 1415 |
| Wheelbase | 2675 | 2733 |
| Ground Clearance | 135 | 134 |
| Kerb Weight | 1521 | 1478 |
| Boot Space | 414 | 409 |
Features Comparison
Standard and optional equipment comparison
Safety
| Feature | WRX RS | Civic e:HEV LX |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Lane Keep Assist | ||
| Blind Spot Monitoring | ||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | ||
| Traffic Sign Recognition | ||
| Driver Attention Monitor | ||
| Front Parking Sensors | ||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||
| 360 Camera | ||
| Reverse Camera | ||
| Hill Start Assist | ||
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | ||
| Rear Occupant Alert |
Comfort
| Feature | WRX RS | Civic e:HEV LX |
|---|---|---|
| Keyless Entry | ||
| NFC Keyless Entry | ||
| Push Button Start | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Tri-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Power Tailgate | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
| Power Passenger Seat | ||
| Memory Seats | ||
| Auto Dimming Mirror | ||
| Rain Sensing Wipers | ||
| Adaptive Headlights |
Interior Exterior
| Feature | WRX RS | Civic e:HEV LX |
|---|---|---|
| Leather Seats | ||
| Fabric Seats | ||
| Ambient Lighting | ||
| Sunroof | ||
| Panoramic Roof | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Matrix LED Headlights | ||
| Daytime Running Lights | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Rear Privacy Glass | ||
| Power Folding Mirrors |
Technology
| Feature | WRX RS | Civic e:HEV LX |
|---|---|---|
| Touchscreen Display | ||
| Digital Instrument Cluster | ||
| Apple CarPlay | ||
| Android Auto | ||
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | ||
| Wireless Android Auto | ||
| Wireless Phone Charging | ||
| Built-in Navigation | ||
| Premium Audio System | ||
| Head-Up Display | ||
| USB-C Ports | ||
| Bluetooth Connectivity | ||
| Voice Control | ||
| Connected Car App |
Charging & Battery Tech
| Feature | WRX RS | Civic e:HEV LX |
|---|---|---|
| AC home charging | ||
| DC fast-charge capable | ||
| Scheduled charging | ||
| Charging Cable Included | ||
| Portable Charger Included | ||
| Wall Charger Compatible | ||
| Battery Preconditioning | ||
| Heat Pump |
EV / Hybrid Drive Features
| Feature | WRX RS | Civic e:HEV LX |
|---|---|---|
| Regenerative braking | ||
| Drive mode select | ||
| EV / hybrid drive modes | ||
| One Pedal Driving | ||
| V2L | ||
| V2G |
Pros & Cons
Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle
Subaru WRX RS
Pros
- +Engaging six-speed manual
- +Premium Ultrasuede cabin trim
- +Heated front and rear seats
- +Harman Kardon audio system
- +Strong all-wheel-drive traction
Cons
- −High urban fuel consumption
- −Costs more than the base WRX
- −Firm ride quality
- −No current ANCAP rating
- −Premium unleaded fuel required
Honda Civic e:HEV LX
Pros
- +Excellent hybrid economy
- +Premium LX equipment
- +Smooth e-CVT drive
- +Strong ANCAP safety
- +Refined cabin quality
Cons
- −Expensive small hatch
- −Smaller boot than petrol
- −No spare wheel
- −Rear headroom affected
- −Limited variant choice
Which one should you buy?
Best for Performance: Subaru WRX RS
System power around 202 kW supports a solid performance score.
Best for Value: Honda Civic e:HEV LX
Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.
Best for Practicality / Space: Subaru WRX RS
Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.
Best Overall: Subaru WRX RS
Leads this comparison on best overall with a score of 57.
Our Recommendation
Choose Subaru WRX RS if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.
Choose Honda Civic e:HEV LX if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.
Bottom Line: Subaru WRX RS leads on performance, Honda Civic e:HEV LX leads on value and Subaru WRX RS leads on practicality.
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