2020 Nissan Sentra vs 2021 Honda Civic
Overview | |
MSRP$19,310 | MSRP$21,250 |
Average price$18,028 | Average price$21,569 |
Listings989 | Listings2216 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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2020 Nissan Sentra Reviews SummaryFor 38 years, Nissan has peddled the Sentra as its definitive starter car. It’s a household name like Civic, Corolla, and Jetta—all of which are brand-new or have been refreshed in the last couple of years. The eighth-generation Sentra has the look of a larger, more luxurious car. It reflects major upgrades in style, technology, and driving dynamics. Compact sedans have a high bar to clear, even at $20,000. The 2020 Sentra delivers in every respect. | |
2021 Honda Civic Reviews SummaryHonda 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 | |
Engine2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3047 lbs | Curb Weight2771 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height55.7 in |
Length182.7 in | Length182.7 in |
Width71.5 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase106.8 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload910 lbs | Maximum Payload998 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $19,310 | $21,250 |
Average price | $18,028 | $21,569 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.0 | 4.9 |
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | For 38 years, Nissan has peddled the Sentra as its definitive starter car. It’s a household name like Civic, Corolla, and Jetta—all of which are brand-new or have been refreshed in the last couple of years. The eighth-generation Sentra has the look of a larger, more luxurious car. It reflects major upgrades in style, technology, and driving dynamics. Compact sedans have a high bar to clear, even at $20,000. The 2020 Sentra delivers in every respect. | 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 149 hp I4 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6400 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6400 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3047 lbs | 2771 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 182.7 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.8 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 910 lbs | 998 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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