Wow! My suggestion is you get both. Wishful thinking for me. Seriously it would really depend on your usage. Let's first look at the Civic. Athough the 2-Door Coupe is more sporty the people who would sit on the back sit will not have an easy time going in & out. I know I had a 3-Door Hatch before. Practicality wise go for the 4-Door Sedan. As for the Scion I would say that it is also a good buy but its configuration is totally different from the Civic. If you still are having trouble choosing disregard everything I said and try them both out. Ask yourself which one would make you feel happier and makes you feel good about yourself. That's the one you should get. Honestly they are both great choices and you would never go wrong on either one of them.Good luck and hope I helped a little. Cheers.