2016 Dodge Dart vs. 2016 Honda Civic

The 2016 Dodge Dart and the 2016 Honda Civic are two similar vehicles that stand on their own. The Honda Civic is a classic compact vehicle that has been a part of the Honda family for decades. Its diminutive frame and reliable structuring makes it a go-to car for drivers all over the world.

The Dodge Dart is a compact vehicle that packs superior performance into a small frame. Drivers are able to maneuver the Dart with precision thanks to its technological capabilities.

 If you're in the market for a new compact vehicle, read our review of the Honda Civic and Dodge Dart 2016 models. Then book an appointment at Goss Dodge of South Burlington, VT, to go for a test drive.

2016 Honda Civic

The 2016 Civic comes in five different trim levels that come with standard and unique features. Drivers can customize the exterior by picking from nine different color options, such as Aegean Blue Metallic and Lunar Silver Metallic. The Honda Civic has a 1.5 cylinder turbocharged engine with a continuously variable transmission.

Exterior

The exterior has been revamped with metallic paint jobs and shiny aluminum wheels. Don't let the size fool you, though, because the Civic is an agile beast with lots of tenacity in its tiny frame.

Other prominent exterior features include:

         
• LED daytime running lights, brake lights, and headlights
                 
•  Rain-sensing windshield wipers
                 
• Capless fuel system (only opens in direct contact with the gas pump nozzle)
                 
• Advanced Compatibility Engineering Body Structure that limits passenger danger and injury during an accident.

Honda Safety

Custom driver assist technology enables drivers to get better control of the vehicle and road during any trip.

Safety features include:

         
• Lane Keeping Assist System
                 
• Adaptive Cruise Control
                 
• Honda LaneWatch
                 
• Collision Mitigation Braking System
                 
• Road Departure Mitigation
                 
• Forward Collision Warning

2016 Dodge Dart

 The Dodge Dart has an amazing new exterior to match the tech-savvy interior. Each of the five trims has amazing features and upgrades available for customization.

Features include:

         
• Projector headlamps
                 
• Crosshair grille
                 
• Rounded, aerodynamic hood
                 
• Projector fog lamps
                 
• Dual exhaust
                 
• 16- to 18-inch aluminum wheels
                 
• LED racetrack tail lamp
                 
• Power sunroof
                 
• Power heated mirrors

Technology

The digital gauge display shows vehicle diagnostics, fuel economy, and even navigation directions. Uconnect, the 8.4-inch touchscreen, provides quality infotainment to the driver and passenger. Check the weather and use voice commands to make a call or send a text.

In the newest Dart, you'll also find Bluetooth, Sirius XM radio, a USB auxiliary plug-in, Wi-Fi, a 506-watt Alpine sound system, and Keyless Enter N Go.

Engine

Drivers of the 2016 Dodge Dart have three engine options depending on the trim level they select. They can also choose from three transmissions such as manual and automatic. The Dart comes available with a 6-speed manual transmission, a 6-speed Powertech transmission, or a 6-speed dual dry clutch automatic transmission with Autostick.

         
• 2.0L 4-cylinder Tigershark engine with 160 horsepower
                 
• 1.4L Multiair Turbo engine with 160 horsepower
                 
• 2.4L Tigershark Multiair four-cylinder 16-valve engine

Goss Dodge

The Goss Dodge dealership in South Burlington, VT, has all-new 2016 Dodge Darts available for financing. Drivers in the Chittenden County and St. Albans area can contact us to schedule a test drive and consultation today!