2020 Volvo S60 vs. 2020 Honda Civic

The 2020 Volvo S60 offers a sophisticated interior with ample space and several options of prevailing powertrain providing a flawless ride every time.

The 2020 Honda Civic is ranked almost at the top of the class for compact cars with its powerful performance that it comes equipped with alongside an advanced interior with plentiful cabin space.

Design & Style

The 2020 Volvo S60 can seat a total of 5 people comfortably on its synthetic leather with its interior cabin space that is more than adequate. Its front seats provide enough cushion to support long drives and the power adjustment system ensures every position is relaxing. Its leg and headroom are also not an issue even for tall passengers to join in the ride.

The 2020 Honda Civic is able to accommodate up to 4 or 5 passengers depending on their body type on its cloth upholstery. Legroom is not an issue but headroom is rather limited with a low ceiling design. Its interior style is appealing enough with surrounding plastic finishes being a good match.

Technology & Safety

The 2020 Volvo S60 is equipped with an infotainment system comprising of a 9-inch touchscreen that is fixed onto the dashboard center which also contains majority of the car's control knobs like navigation. Its ceiling sports a moonroof, 12.3-inch display with Apple/Android compatibility, climate control, satellite radio, and USB ports.

The 2020 Honda Civic comes furnished with a dash that has a 5-inch display, 4 speakers, Bluetooth connectivity, and USB. Its safety features include automatic high beams, rearview camera, lane assist and warning, cruise control, and collision warning and brakes.

Performance

The 2020 Volvo S60 provides buyers with a total of 3 powertrain options which include the T5 which is the 2L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that produces 250 horsepower. The next tier is the T6 that puts out 316 horsepower and lastly is the T8 which makes 400 horsepower which is for the plug-in-hybrid version with an electric motor. All engine types power through an 8-speed auto transmission.

The 2020 Honda Civic is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that produces 158 horsepower and 138 pound-feet of torque. Buyers have the option of selecting either the 6-speed manual or an auto continuous auto transmission. Its turbocharged powertrain offers a smoother acceleration as compared to the automatic transmission.

The Bottom Line

The 2020 Volvo S60 is a powerful luxury small car that is still capable of providing a smooth ride with several powertrain choices and ample room even for tall passengers during long drives.

The 2020 Honda Civic lacks on power even though its acceleration is relatively reliable via the manual transmission. Its interior also sees limited cabin room which could be uncomfortable for far distances.

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