2020 Honda Civic Hatchback vs 2021 Kia K5

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback as 7 out of 10 and the 2021 Kia K5 as 8 out of 10 for look and feel. The redesigned Honda Civic Hatchback features new styling tweaks for 2020 model year, and the impressive Sport Touring trim comes with premium materials. The 2021 Kia K5 boasts a fresh skin showcasing Kia's new visual identity, including aggressive styling with appealing details, and an overall sporty appearance similar to the Audi A5 Sportback.

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback 9 out of 10 and the 2021 Kia K5 6 out of 10. The 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback features a turbocharged engine with plenty of power, a softer and more compliant ride, and impressive fuel economy at 32 mpg in combined driving. The 2021 Kia K5 lacks the performance of a true sports sedan, but it still impresses with upgrades to the 2.5-liter turbocharged engine on GT trim. It also boasts food fuel economy at nearly 36 mpg in our test, driven over 750 (mostly highway) miles.

Cargo capacity for the 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback is 25.2 cubic feet, offering good storage space. The 2021 Kia K5 provides 16 cubic feet of trunk space before the rear seats fold down. The 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback offers good cargo space for a compact hatchback, and its brilliant center console storage area and comfortable seating for rear passengers help it stand out. The 2021 Kia K5 offers comfortable seating for two adults in the back, user-friendly technology and infotainment system, and good trunk space at 16 cubic feet.

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback 8 out of 10 and the 2021 Kia K5 7 out of 10 for technology. The 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback features Smart Entry and Walk Away Auto Lock features, standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the Honda Sensing suite of safety features. Meanwhile, the 2021 Kia K5 includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard equipment, adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist in its suite of safety features, and an optional 10-inch infotainment system with unique voice command features.

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback 7 out of 10 and the 2021 Kia K5 8 out of 10 for safety. The 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback benefits from the standard Honda Sensing suite of safety tech, including a LaneWatch feature for right-side blind spot. It also managed top marks for crash-test performance. The 2021 Kia K5 also gets standard electronic safety aids, including cyclist detection and a junction-turning feature.

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback 7 out of 10 and the 2021 Kia K5 8 out of 10 for cost-effectiveness. The 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback started at a base MSRP of $21,650 when new and offers impressive value for a compact hatchback, plus good fuel economy for daily driving. The 2021 Kia K5 started at $23,490 when new, with the GT trim starting at $30,490. The mid-level GT-Line trim, in particular, offers plenty of features for its price.