2019 Nissan Maxima vs 2020 Honda Civic
Overview | |
MSRP$34,050 | MSRP$20,000 |
Average price$20,971 | Average price$20,700 |
Listings196 | Listings1812 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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2019 Nissan Maxima Reviews SummaryThe Maxima has endured for eight generations as a premium midsize Nissan sedan. While not the “four-door sports car” that Nissan proclaims, the Maxima’s powerful V6 engines and crisp handling have earned it a solid reputation over the past three decades. We last tested the Maxima when this generation was brand-new for 2016. Now that Nissan has refreshed it ever so mildly for 2019, we’ve taken another look at its updated style, technology, and interior features. | |
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 | |
Engine3.5L 300 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower300 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 300 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower300 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3552 lbs | Curb Weight2771 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height55.7 in |
Length192.8 in | Length182.7 in |
Width73.2 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase109.3 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload1133 lbs | Maximum Payload998 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $34,050 | $20,000 |
Average price | $20,971 | $20,700 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Maxima has endured for eight generations as a premium midsize Nissan sedan. While not the “four-door sports car” that Nissan proclaims, the Maxima’s powerful V6 engines and crisp handling have earned it a solid reputation over the past three decades. We last tested the Maxima when this generation was brand-new for 2016. Now that Nissan has refreshed it ever so mildly for 2019, we’ve taken another look at its updated style, technology, and interior features. | 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 | 3.5L 300 hp V6 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 6400 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 300 hp V6 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque | 261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 6400 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3552 lbs | 2771 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 192.8 in | 182.7 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1133 lbs | 998 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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