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 Lexus ES ranked #5 in Luxury Midsize Cars. Currently the Lexus ES has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 42 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Supple ride quality Strong standard engine Upscale interior and plenty of standard features Above-average predicted reliability score
Cons Lackluster handling Frustrating infotainment controls
The 2018 Lexus ES 350 is unchanged.The standard 2018 Lexus ES 350 has just about everything we'd want in an entry-level luxury sedan. It offers a great combination of features and value. But to really enjoy the experience, you'll probably want to get at least a few extras.
PROS Extremely forgiving ride smooths out even the roughest roads Quiet, luxurious and well-built interior Smooth V6 engine and transmission Advanced electronic safety systems come standard
CONS Apple CarPlay or Android Auto aren't offered for smartphone integration Navigation system controller is distracting to use
Pros Interior design Bright instruments No touch-sensitive panels App-compatible multimedia system
Cons Overpowering spindle grille Remote Touch interface Leather upholstery not standard Unremarkable hybrid gas mileage estimates
