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 2018 Dodge Charger ranked #8 in Large Cars. Currently the Dodge Charger has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 53 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Powerful V8 engines Handles well Spacious seats User-friendly infotainment system
Cons Rivals have more upscale interiors Driver visibility is limited Low predicted reliability rating
The 2018 Dodge Charger has aged remarkably well–and if it’s four-door muscle you need, few sedans deliver its performance thrill.
Pros Terrific V-8/rear-drive fun V-6 is reasonably powerful and efficient Ride and handling still impress Still, an appealing look Still has better infotainment than any Lexus
Cons V-8s are heavy and thirsty Low-buck base interior trim No V-8/AWD pairing In the running with the Nissan Frontier as the oldest vehicle on the market
