What are the differences between the Civic Ran Dong and Jin Dong?

[VonBarrett]

The differences between the Civic Ran Dong and Jin Dong: 1. Different tire specifications: The Ran Dong version uses tires with the specification 215/50r17; the Jin Dong version uses tires with the specification 215/55r16. 2. Different appearance: The Ran Dong version has a sport appearance kit; the Jin Dong version does not have a sport appearance kit. The Civic is equipped with two engines in total, one is a 1.0-liter turbocharged engine, and the other is a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine. The maximum power of the 1.0-liter turbocharged engine is 92kw, the maximum torque is 173nm, the maximum power speed is 5500 rpm, and the maximum torque speed is 2000 to 4500 rpm; the maximum power of the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine is 130kw, the maximum torque is 226nm, the maximum power speed is 5500 rpm, and the maximum torque speed is 1800 to 5500 rpm.

[CalebAnn]

I've been researching the Civic a lot lately. The main differences between the Sport Turbo and the Turbo trim lie in the sporty kits. The Sport Turbo comes with black mirrors and door handles, plus an eye-catching center-exit exhaust design, along with 17-inch smoked black alloy wheels that give it a full-on aggressive look. It also features paddle shifters behind the steering wheel, making downshifting for overtaking in manual mode much smoother. The Turbo trim is much plainer, with 16-inch standard wheels and a hidden exhaust design, lacking that edgy feel. Price-wise, the Sport Turbo is a few thousand more expensive, but it's totally worth it for young buyers who care about looks—especially those into car mods, as it saves them aftermarket upgrade costs. In daily driving, both trims share identical powertrains and chassis, so it all comes down to whether you want that factory-installed sporty exterior.

[MacJoel]

When choosing the Civic, I was torn between these two versions, with the core differences lying in the exterior kits and handling details. The Sport Edition exclusively features a sporty kit that includes blackened wheels, black exterior mirrors, and a center-exit exhaust tailpipe—none of which are available in the Dynamic Edition. Inside, the Sport Edition comes with metal sport pedals and paddle shifters, making manual downshifts more responsive when driving on mountain roads. The price difference is roughly seven to eight thousand yuan, essentially paying for factory-installed modifications. My suggestion is: if you plan to modify the car later, go for the Dynamic Edition—the money saved is enough to upgrade the wheels and exhaust. If you prefer a complete factory sporty style, the Sport Edition is more hassle-free and won’t cause issues during inspections. Both cars share the exact same engine and transmission, so the driving experience is virtually identical.

[VonGia]

The main difference between the Civic Sport and the Civic LX is the sport configuration package. The Sport comes with visual kits like blackened alloy wheels, black door handles, and a center-exit exhaust, along with paddle shifters inside the car. The LX has a basic exterior with ordinary-looking 16-inch wheels. When I drove the Sport, I found the paddle shifters particularly useful on mountain roads—no need to look down to shift gears. The price difference is reasonable, and young people won’t regret choosing the Sport since factory modifications are much more convenient than aftermarket ones. Both versions share the same engine specs and similar fuel efficiency, so it really comes down to preference for aesthetics and handling details.