2020 Honda Civic
2020 Volkswagen Jetta
2020 Honda Civic vs. 2020 Volkswagen Jetta
When you're searching for the perfect compact car, the 2020 Honda Civic and the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta are sure to come up in forums and articles as great compact cars. If you're struggling to choose between the 2020 Honda Civic and the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta, let us assist you. Let's compare their key features and attributes to see which comes out on top.
Performance Comparison
The base engine in the 2020 Honda Civic is a 2.0-liter that gets 158 horsepower and 138 pound-feet of torque, while the base engine in the 2020 Volkswagen Jetta is a turbocharged 1.4-liter with 147 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. The Honda's engine is able to be paired with either a continuously variable transmission or a six-speed manual, while the Jetta only offers the option for a six-speed automatic. Additionally, the turning radius for the Civic is much tighter than the Jetta's turning radius. Both compact cars have nearly identical fuel efficiency ratings.
Interior Comparison
Both compacts were redesigned for the 2019 model year, and the Jetta's wheelbase was lengthened by five inches, however, this did not translate into more interior passenger nor cargo space for the Jetta. Instead, the Civic is bigger than the Jetta in almost every interior measurement. You'll find more front headroom, legroom, and shoulder room, as well as an overall roomier second row. When looking at the cargo space between these two compacts, the Civic offers a whole cubic-foot more of trunk space with 15.1 cubic-feet over the Jetta's 14.1 cubic-feet.
Safety Features
Honda has been among the first automakers to include driver assistance features as standard offerings on most models, including the 2020 Honda Civic. The Honda Sensing® suite comes with:
- Lane-Keeping Assist
- Road Departure Mitigation
- Collision Mitigation Braking
- Adaptive Cruise Control
The Jetta's standard driver assistance offerings includes:
- Brake Assist
- Daytime Running Lights
The Civic offers far more helpful features for drivers who are looking to keep safety at the forefront of their drives.
Find Your Civic at Barbour-Hendrick Honda Greenville
Though both the Honda Civic and the Volkswagen Jetta are very popular, the 2020 Honda Civic comes out on top of this comparison for us. You can find a Honda Civic of your own when you shop with us at Barbour-Hendrick Honda Greenville today. Start your search online, then let us know when you're ready for a test drive through the streets of Greenville.
