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 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class hides station-wagon virtues behind its charming SUV-like body.
Pros Handsome cockpit Chunky body Sliding second-row seat Lots of technology Right-sized
Cons Tight third-row seat Some features force you to buy other features Infotainment needs a primer Priced at a premium
Blind spot monitoring is now standard, but otherwise the GLB is unchanged for 2021. Mercedes is launching a high-performance, AMG-branded GLB35 model (reviewed separately) this year.
Pros Compelling base price, cool infotainment setup, roomy for first and second-row passengers.
Cons Not much in the way of standard equipment, sluggish throttle response, tight passenger space in optional third row.
For 2021 A blind-spot monitor and household power outlet now standard on GLB 250.
Pros Spacious for both passengers and cargo Strong overall performance Exceptional ride and seat comfort Lots of the latest tech and convenience features
Cons GLB 250 isn't particularly exciting to drive Options can quickly run the cost up
