Differences Between 2018 Chevrolet Cruze & 2018 Honda Civic

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Today’s compact sedans bring a great deal of value to the table. The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze remains a popular choice. Drivers praise the Cruze for its long list of premium features, strong fuel economy, and smooth styling. It’s also an incredibly safe ride. Let’s see how the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze stacks up against the 2018 Honda Civic.

Performance

Both of these compact sedans have the ability to deliver a fun driving experience. Like the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze, the 2018 Honda Civic ranks among the best-handling cars in the segment. Nevertheless, you’ll find the Cruze to be a more rewarding daily driver. The Cruze’s standard turbocharged engine develops an extra 39 pound-feet of torque, which equates to especially strong acceleration off the line. If you’re seeking the maximum fuel savings, look no further than the eco-friendly Cruze LT Diesel. When paired with a manual transmission, it delivers an EPA-estimated 52 mpg on the highway. By comparison, the Honda Civic is rated to return up to 42 mpg.

Interior

The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze and the 2018 Honda Civic prove to be worthy family cars. Your passengers will appreciate their spacious interior designs. However, the Cruze is a better bang for the buck. It comes equipped with a more inspiring number of standard features. In order to obtain Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Honda Civic buyers are forced to spend extra money. Furthermore, the Cruze has a higher rated infotainment system. While Edmunds raves about the Cruze’s easy-to-use MyLink interface, the Civic’s available infotainment system received low marks for its lack of responsiveness. Although the Civic does offer nice upgrades such as a premium sound system, only the Chevy Cruze provides a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot.

Safety

Stamped with a five-star overall safety rating, the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze offers superb crash protection. All of your passengers can ride with an extra peace of mind. The 2018 Honda Civic's crash test scores are just as impressive. However, Chevy’s standard Teen Driver technology gives the Cruze a big edge. This convenient feature allows parents to set driving restrictions for their young drivers. It can also provide a detailed report of their driving habits. Although the Civic offers several advanced safety features, Edmunds was disappointed with its forward collision warning system. Drivers will likely become annoyed by the system’s false alarms.

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Despite a strong showing from the 2018 Honda Civic, it clearly loses this head-to-head comparison to the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze. To experience the new Cruze for yourself, contact your local Jeff Wyler Chevrolet dealer for a test drive.