2019 BMW 3 Series vs 2020 Honda Civic
Overview | |
MSRP$40,250 | MSRP$20,000 |
Average price$24,636 | Average price$20,715 |
Listings223 | Listings1912 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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2019 BMW 3 Series Reviews SummarySince 1975, the BMW 3 Series has defined what a small, sporty sedan should be. In its seventh generation, the 3 is very much in the zone it created. It’s trim and athletic, handsome yet stoic, and above all, unashamed to raise its premium name on a pedestal. Unfortunately for BMW, lots of other car companies have copied its sport sedan recipe—sometimes for the better, and often for less money. But for 2019, BMW ups its software game like none other. And it helps that the new car surrounding that software is still pretty good. | |
2020 Honda Civic Reviews SummaryMinor design tweaks, more standard safety and convenience features, and more manual transmissions arrive as the standout changes for the Civic's 2020 model year. Last redesigned for the 2016 model year, the Civic keeps outperforming its small-car peers by offering the performance and quality of more expensive cars, while retaining the value and longevity expected of a Honda. Plus, I had a really fun week with the turbocharged Civic Si. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.0 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3589 lbs | Curb Weight2771 lbs |
Height56.8 in | Height55.7 in |
Length185.7 in | Length182.7 in |
Width81.4 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload998 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,250 | $20,000 |
Average price | $24,636 | $20,715 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 5.0 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Since 1975, the BMW 3 Series has defined what a small, sporty sedan should be. In its seventh generation, the 3 is very much in the zone it created. It’s trim and athletic, handsome yet stoic, and above all, unashamed to raise its premium name on a pedestal. Unfortunately for BMW, lots of other car companies have copied its sport sedan recipe—sometimes for the better, and often for less money. But for 2019, BMW ups its software game like none other. And it helps that the new car surrounding that software is still pretty good. | Minor design tweaks, more standard safety and convenience features, and more manual transmissions arrive as the standout changes for the Civic's 2020 model year. Last redesigned for the 2016 model year, the Civic keeps outperforming its small-car peers by offering the performance and quality of more expensive cars, while retaining the value and longevity expected of a Honda. Plus, I had a really fun week with the turbocharged Civic Si. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.0 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3589 lbs | 2771 lbs |
Height | 56.8 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 185.7 in | 182.7 in |
Width | 81.4 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 998 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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