2020 Subaru WRX vs. 2021 Honda Civic

The 2020 Subaru WRX is a reliable vehicle that is comfortable inside and out and supports a highly smooth maneuver handling. It runs on powerful engines without sacrificing on fuel-efficiency and it is equipped with an infotainment system that is user-friendly.

The 2021 Honda Civic boasts a stellar value for a compact car that offers a decent cabin space with good fuel economy ratings. This model continues to maintain previous features and style from its predecessor as visible upgrades are just of a minimal extent.

Design & Style

The 2020 Subaru WRX seats 5 people comfortably with ample head and legroom. The rear seats will not be a problem even for taller passengers and support great cushioning even for long rides. Its trunk space is reasonable at 12 cubic feet which is adequate for at least 10 grocery bags. You also have the option to fold down the rear seats should you need more cabin storage.

The 2021 Honda Civic moves towards a more conservative approach when it comes to the designing of its external outlook but it still offers good overall comfort. Its interior style focuses on accomplishing a sophisticated design, experimenting with materials that are of a top-notch quality.

Technology & Safety

The 2020 Subaru WRX makes use of speed and seat sensors, airbags, seatbelt pre-tension system, anti-locking brakes, stability systems, traction control, and a rearview camera. Its tech gears comprise of the standard set for infotainment like a 6.5-inch touchscreen display, 6 speakers, HD and satellite radio, Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, and Apple/Android compatibility.

The 2021 Honda Civic comes with a dash that is equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen for infotainment and it is compatible with both Apple and Android platforms, a USB port, climate control, heated front seats, and passenger blind spot camera. As for safety, the Civic features auto emergency brakes, lane and cruise controls, and it boasts very good crash test scores.

Performance

The 2020 Subaru WRX can put out 268 horsepower on its turbocharged 4-cylinders engine to provide optimum performance and strong acceleration. Even so, its fuel economy rates at 18 mpg for city and 24 mpg for highway.

The 2021 Honda Civic is powered on its base 2L inline-4 engine that is able to produce 158 horsepower through an auto continuous variable transmission or on an optional 6-speed manual. This is only a slightly better performance which really isn’t that significant.

The Bottom Line

The 2020 Subaru WRX is the powerful machine for performance seekers without getting compromised on fuel efficiency. Its interior is also comfortable even for long trips and for taller passengers with an adequate storage space in the trunk.

The 2021 Honda Civic lacks of trunk space for those road trips and its overall power is nothing over the top. Fuel economy is relatively similar so there really isn’t any major differences that would cause a strong impact for the price that you are being charged for.

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