The 2018 Honda Civic is a good car made better by plenty of options and value at nearly every stop.
Pros Sharp style in every body Incredible value across lineup Great turbocharged engines Stellar safety record Impressive fuel economy
Cons Buzzy base engine Breathtaking number of trims Boy-racer look on some models The Si could use more power
The 2018 Honda Civic ranked #3 in Compact Cars. Currently the Honda Civic has a score of 8.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 40 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros High-grade cabin Plentiful cargo space Spacious seats Great fuel economy Comfortable ride and agile handling
Cons Available infotainment system is tricky to use
For 2018, Honda has tinkered with the availability of certain features. Overall, though, the Civic is unchanged.For mainstream Civic buyers, we think the extra power and fuel economy of the turbocharged 1.5-liter engine make it one of the Civic's best options.
PROS Excellent fuel economy and performance from turbocharged engines Ride quality expertly balances comfort and athleticism Many available advanced technology and safety features Roomy cabin with high-quality materials
CONS Slow-responding adaptive cruise control system Overly vigilant forward collision warning system is frustrating Touchscreen interface is confusing and slow to respond to inputs
The 2019 Chevrolet Impala ranked #7 in Large Cars. Currently the Chevrolet Impala has a score of 8.2 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 33 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Muscular V6 engine option Balanced, comfortable handling Spacious second row and trunk Intuitive infotainment features
Cons Weak standard engine Some mediocre cabin materials
The 2019 Chevrolet Impala does big car hauling with sports car design flair.
Pros Sharp styling Good value overall Comfortable interior Great ride/handling balance
Cons A hybrid would help So would more active safety tech Less rear-seat headroom than expected Stiff ride with 20-inch wheels
Highlights of the 2019 Chevrolet Impala include its smooth ride, roomy interior with lots of space for rear-seat passengers, and one of the most massive trunks available in any sedan. Chevy has also updated the latest Impala generation over its life with newer infotainment and connectivity features.
Pros Smooth, quiet ride Spacious rear seat and trunk Sleek cabin with lots of technology upgrades Capable optional V6
Cons Advanced collision prevention tech restricted to top trim level Thick roof pillars hamper visibility Some interior surfaces feel cheap Underwhelming performance and fuel economy from standard four-cylinder
