Safety upgrades this year make the 2019 Honda Civic as compelling as ever.
Pros Great value for the money Terrific ride and handling Thrilling turbo engines Good fuel economy Excellent safety record
Cons Styling an acquired taste on some models Base engine just average Civic Si could use more power Some rivals are cheaper
The 2019 Honda Civic ranked #4 in Compact Cars. Currently the Honda Civic has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 33 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Dynamic performance High-end cabin Ample cargo room Great fuel economy
Cons Unintuitive touch-screen interface
For starters, the 2019 Honda Civic gets a restyled front end.Sport trim now available as sedan and coupe.Sport now gets base 2.0-liter engine instead of turbo 1.5L.Restyled front bumper.Updated optional infotainment interface (now with a volume knob!)
PROS Excellent fuel economy and performance from turbocharged engine Ride quality expertly balances comfort and athleticism Many standard advanced technology and safety features Roomy cabin with high-quality materials
CONS Overly vigilant forward collision warning system is frustrating Slow-responding adaptive cruise control system
Pros Striking exterior design Lots of standard kit and space Very low PCP monthly payments Plenty of personalisation Good to drive
Cons Plain interior design Ride just okay on rough roads Boot smaller than some rivals Entry-level 95hp petrol a little underpowered No Cupra planned (yet)
The five-door All-New Arona, a front-wheel-drive only SUV, is well placed in this highly popular sector of the car market.It’s available with a choice of six engines, with both the diesel and petrol variants offered in either 95PS or 115 PS form, and the sporty FR 1.5 TSI EVO leaping up to 150 PS.
Pros Very smart looking inside and out Good choice of engines Well equipped and overall good value
Cons No SatNav on basic model
The Seat Arona is quite possibly the best compact SUV of the moment. Good practicality, economy and solid driving manners are all Arona staples.It lacks the visual creativity of a Hyundai Kona or the customisation of a Citroen C3 Aircross, but its real-world strengths far outweigh having orange door mirrors. It’s a level-headed car for level-headed people.
Pros Refined 1.0-litre petrol Ergonomic infotainment system Good ride
Cons Humdrum looks Narrow middle seat Trim levels that dictate engine choice
