Honda Civic vs Kia Forte Waldorf MD

Civic or Forte: Why You’ll be Happier in a Honda

The Honda Civic and Kia Forte are usually top of mind when you’re shopping around Waldorf MD for an economical commuter car. If you’re looking for a sedan that handles the demands of busy city driving and the call of the open road, you want the Civic—part of Kelley Blue Book’s Best Overall Brand. Waldorf Honda has dozens of Civics for you to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a hatchback or a sedan, you’ll find just what you want in our showroom.

A Compact with Big Car Comfort

You might not be carting around an NBA team every day, but you still want to be able to transport four grown adults comfortably. The Civic and the Forte each have seating for five, but folks over six-feet tall will have an easier time fitting in the Civic’s back seat. The 8-way adjustable driver’s seat and special touches like soft illumination in the console and armrests, as well as easy-to-use controls, make the drive enjoyable for everyone, whether you’re commuting to work, running errands, or on a weekend drive.

Power That Pumps You Up

Getting up to speed is not a problem in the Honda Civic. Its standard 158-horsepower 2.0L engine gives you more power than the Forte’s 147 horses, so you’re in the flow faster. You can power up your ride even more by getting behind the wheel of the 1.5L, 174-horsepower turbo. If you fancy yourself the take-the-reins type, you’ll enjoy the control you’ll feel with the Civic’s six-speed manual transmission. You aren’t going to pay for that extra pep in your step at the gas pump, either. With an EPA estimated rating of 32 MPG city and 42 MPG highway, the turbocharged Civic will keep the Forte (30 city/40 highway) playing catch-up.

Athletic and Easy-Going

Although the silhouette on both sedans have a sleek appearance, the Civic has an aggressive stance that makes it more self-assured on winding roads and handles uneven pavement with panache. The stability control on the Forte feels stern compared to the Honda. While you want sure-footed stability on corners, handling should still be fun, whether you’re traversing a mountain pass or winding your way through a parking garage.

Premium Tech without the Premium Price

You shouldn’t have to be upsold to get safety features. All Civics feature Honda Sensing’s safety package that includes lane-keeping assistance, road departure mitigation, and collision mitigation. As part of the safety package, you also get adaptive cruise control, a feature that you have to pay extra for in the Forte.

The Best Brand, Backed by the Best People

When you take a Civic for a test drive, you’ll quickly see why Honda’s are recognized as one of the top brands in the world. We are inspired by the vehicles that we sell and service and take great pride in serving our friends and neighbors around Waldorf, MD. We demonstrate this daily with the care we give to everyone who walks into our showroom or pulls into our service center. Our specialists, from sales to financing to service, strive to make sure that your visit is a rewarding experience. We make it easy for you to start or continue your car-buying journey, whether you choose to visit us in person or start online by researching our cars or getting pre-approved for financing. Stop by Waldorf Honda today and let us know how we can serve you. Take the Civic for a test-drive around classic local sights like Cedarville State Forest.