2021 Honda Civic vs 2021 Volkswagen Jetta
Overview | |
MSRP$18,995 | MSRP$21,250 |
Average price$24,081 | Average price$25,227 |
Listings276 | Listings264 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
2021 Volkswagen Jetta Reviews SummarySmall cars aren't asked to do much beyond the basics: provide efficient, reliable transportation at a manageable price. Plenty of models fit this form, and in some rare cases, they manage to do it while also being fun to drive, like the Mazda3. In other cases, the vehicle manages to feel more upscale than the competition, like the Honda Civic. But the Volkswagen Jetta's legacy has historically been defined by its ability to offer both an upscale interior and a rewarding driving experience. But then something happened with the Jetta. Starting with the 2011 model year, Volkswagen attempted to broaden the Jetta's appeal, and until 2018 we were left with a drab interior, an underpowered engine, and an uninspiring driving experience. VW’s hallmark was always that its cars felt a little special, so by adopting a homogenous look and feel, VW removed what made the Jetta unique and desirable to its fans. So Volkswagen had some work to do with the seventh-generation Jetta, which launched in 2019. Does this car move the Jetta name back toward driving refinement and upscale feel? Or does it continue to disappoint as just another bland entrant among small cars? | |
2021 Honda Civic Reviews SummaryHonda is ready to retire the 10th-generation Civic, one of the ground-breaking versions in the nameplate's long and storied history. From its polarizing design and three body styles to the arrival (finally!) of the Honda Civic Type R performance variant in the North American 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 Canadian roads, the 2021 Honda Civic remains worthy of consideration. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.4L 147 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower147 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.4L 147 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm | Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower147 hp @ 5000 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 Space14.1 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight2965 lbs | Curb Weight2771 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height55.7 in |
Length185.1 in | Length182.7 in |
Width70.8 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase105.7 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload882 lbs | Maximum Payload998 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $18,995 | $21,250 |
Average price | $24,081 | $25,227 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.9 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | Small cars aren't asked to do much beyond the basics: provide efficient, reliable transportation at a manageable price. Plenty of models fit this form, and in some rare cases, they manage to do it while also being fun to drive, like the Mazda3. In other cases, the vehicle manages to feel more upscale than the competition, like the Honda Civic. But the Volkswagen Jetta's legacy has historically been defined by its ability to offer both an upscale interior and a rewarding driving experience. But then something happened with the Jetta. Starting with the 2011 model year, Volkswagen attempted to broaden the Jetta's appeal, and until 2018 we were left with a drab interior, an underpowered engine, and an uninspiring driving experience. VW’s hallmark was always that its cars felt a little special, so by adopting a homogenous look and feel, VW removed what made the Jetta unique and desirable to its fans. So Volkswagen had some work to do with the seventh-generation Jetta, which launched in 2019. Does this car move the Jetta name back toward driving refinement and upscale feel? Or does it continue to disappoint as just another bland entrant among small cars? | Honda is ready to retire the 10th-generation Civic, one of the ground-breaking versions in the nameplate's long and storied history. From its polarizing design and three body styles to the arrival (finally!) of the Honda Civic Type R performance variant in the North American 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 Canadian roads, the 2021 Honda Civic remains worthy of consideration. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.4L 147 hp I4 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 5000 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.4L 147 hp I4 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 5000 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 | 14.1 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2965 lbs | 2771 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 185.1 in | 182.7 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 882 lbs | 998 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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