Safety upgrades this year make the 2019 Honda Civic as compelling as ever.
Pros Great value for the money Terrific ride and handling Thrilling turbo engines Good fuel economy Excellent safety record
Cons Styling an acquired taste on some models Base engine just average Civic Si could use more power Some rivals are cheaper
The 2019 Honda Civic ranked #4 in Compact Cars. Currently the Honda Civic has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 33 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Dynamic performance High-end cabin Ample cargo room Great fuel economy
Cons Unintuitive touch-screen interface
For starters, the 2019 Honda Civic gets a restyled front end.Sport trim now available as sedan and coupe.Sport now gets base 2.0-liter engine instead of turbo 1.5L.Restyled front bumper.Updated optional infotainment interface (now with a volume knob!)
PROS Excellent fuel economy and performance from turbocharged engine Ride quality expertly balances comfort and athleticism Many standard advanced technology and safety features Roomy cabin with high-quality materials
CONS Overly vigilant forward collision warning system is frustrating Slow-responding adaptive cruise control system
The 2019 Mazda 3 keeps the zoom, but all-wheel-drive practicality and a vastly upgraded interior make it much more than that.
Pros Handsome sedan profile Improved ride comfort Quiet, well-trimmed cabin Promising interface All-wheel-drive option
Cons Cabin’s space efficiency Worrisome outward visibility (hatchback) Manual transmission’s been sidelined
The 2019 Mazda Mazda3 ranked #1 in Compact Cars. Currently the Mazda Mazda3 has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Engaging handling and comfortable ride Refined engine and transmission Elegant interior quality Intuitive infotainment system
Cons Mediocre back-seat space
The Mazda 3 is fully redesigned for 2019.Part of the fourth Mazda 3 generation introduced for 2019.
Pros Premium interior materials in the upper trim levels provide a classy vibe The seats are supremely comfortable and supportive Spirited handling Excellent audio quality from both available sound systems
Cons Not much legroom in the back seat New Skyactiv-X engine won't be available at launch
