2021 Honda Civic vs 2020 Lexus IS

2020 Lexus IS
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$38,560MSRP
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2021 Honda Civic
$21,250MSRP
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$21,250MSRP
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MSRP

$38,560

MSRP

$21,250

Listings

54

Listings

210

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Multiple body styles

  • Fun to drive

Cons

  • Underwhelming base engine

  • Outdated technology

  • Interior materials feel cheap

2020 Lexus IS Reviews Summary

2021 Honda Civic Reviews Summary

Honda is ready to retire the 10th-generation Civic, one of the groundbreaking versions in the nameplate's long and storied history. From its polarizing design and three body styles to the arrival (finally!) of the Type R performance variant in the U.S. market, this version of the Civic made its mark. And even though the design is now six years old, and the car is ubiquitous on American roads, the 2021 Honda Civic remains worthy of consideration.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 241 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 158 hp I4

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

241 hp @ 5800 rpm

Horsepower

158 hp @ 6500 rpm

MPG City

21

MPG City

30

MPG Highway

30

MPG Highway

38
2020 Lexus IS
2020 Lexus IS
$38,560MSRP
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2021 Honda Civic
2021 Honda Civic
$21,250MSRP
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2020 Lexus IS
$38,560MSRP
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2021 Honda Civic
$21,250MSRP
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Overview

MSRP
$38,560
$21,250
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Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.5

5.0

Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Multiple body styles

  • Fun to drive

Cons

  • Underwhelming base engine

  • Outdated technology

  • Interior materials feel cheap

Summary
Honda is ready to retire the 10th-generation Civic, one of the groundbreaking versions in the nameplate's long and storied history. From its polarizing design and three body styles to the arrival (finally!) of the Type R performance variant in the U.S. market, this version of the Civic made its mark. And even though the design is now six years old, and the car is ubiquitous on American roads, the 2021 Honda Civic remains worthy of consideration.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 241 hp I4
2.0L 158 hp I4
Drive Train
RWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
241 hp @ 5800 rpm
158 hp @ 6500 rpm
MPG City
21
30
MPG Highway
30
38

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