Overview & Reviews

Since its launch in 1973, the Honda Civic has been one of the most popular compact cars sold in America. Its success can be attributed in large part to its consistently high level of quality inside and out and its long-standing reputation for reliability and low running costs. Impressive fuel economy and engaging performance have also played a role in making the Civic a top choice for many Americans.

The competition has largely caught up with Honda, though, and there are now many excellent small cars vying for your attention. Still, we continue to recommend the Civic due to its ergonomic interior layout, wide range of models and high resale value. For small-car shoppers in search of a solid used vehicle, the Honda Civic is certainly a smart choice, as its long production run and many variants make it easy to find what you want.

User Reviews:

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  untitled - 2000 Honda Civic
  By nbjhfl,uyhvjhn - November 28 - 10:00 am

  This is a hassle free city car. Very versatile. Park anywhere, haul a good amount of stuff and reasonably pleasing to look at. Not a car to be excited by but certainly one to depend on.

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  In love with my civic :) - 2003 Honda Civic
  By d3m2b9 - November 28 - 10:00 am

  I LOVE this car. I am 19 and a student, so low gas intake is a big plus, and I feel safe in this car at all times, in addition, its adorable! :)

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  Love my little DoodleBug - 2008 Honda Civic
  By LL - November 27 - 1:03 pm

  This was a great purchase. It gets 35 mpg in the winter and 40+ in the summer. There is plenty of room inside and it is a ball to drive. Lots of pickup for passing and it corners like a go-kart. Oddly enough, many people dont recognize it as a Honda, they think its a little exotic of some sort. Im glad I bought before $4.00 comes back to stay...just fill it up and drive all week.

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  Great car for all the features - 2006 Honda Civic
  By DanS - November 27 - 2:23 am

  I compared this car to the Ford Fusion, Nissan Altima, and Honda Accord. I chose this because of the combination of features that no other car presently has for the $. There is no other car that has the combination of this ones mileage, newer styling, reliability, expected resale value, fun to drive, and size to compare with it. The Honda Accord needs a long overdue total redesign by now as I easily chose the new Civic over the Accord as the Accord didnt have the style and sportiness of the Civic. This new style may be the same style for the next 5 years. Its difficult to find a sensible reason not to own this vehicle. Be prepared to pay close to sticker because of demand.

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  RUNS - RUNS - RUNS - 2000 Honda Civic
  By Den2000 - November 26 - 7:55 pm

  I bought this used a few years ago with 80K miles. Had the timing belt/ acc. belts and water pump replaced at that time as per regular maint. Now have 115K of trouble free driving. This car should go 200K plus with regular service. This is a real solid, dependable little car. Keeps on going and going every day trouble free. Cant go wrong with a Honda.

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  Nearly Flawless - 2006 Honda Civic
  By bobby23 - November 26 - 11:24 am

  Over 59,000 in 3.5 years and the only things I had to do was oil change and tire replacement and rotation and wiper blade replacement... that was it! I didnt beat it, but drove it as hard as anyone has driven any car. Some of the best seats Ive ever sat in. Great sound system except for the rattle from the back panel that covers the rear speakers and subwoofer. 3rd gear was fussy on occasion. If a car is too fast, you dont get to enjoy it enough on public roads because you cant explore its limits... The si is perfect because its somewhat quick, its agile, and it sounds great taking it to 8,000 rpms through 4 gears! I just turned the 06 in for a 10.

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  Great Little Car! - 2009 Honda Civic
  By jason60050 - November 26 - 9:30 am

  I have been waiting about three months to purchase my new vehicle and I finally decided on a Civic. I had purchased a brand new one back in 2002 and this 2009 is by far a much nicer car, the visibility, comfort and build quality.

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  Great Car - 2003 Honda Civic
  By pvaultguy - November 24 - 10:58 am

  Great economical car. Great fuel economy and low cost of ownership. I have had no problems with this car. Very reliable. The ride is a little firm but it is the Civic not the Accord. Acceleration is decent. Parking is very easy. The interior is very nice. The back seat has decent room for a coupe. I would recommend this car to anyone looking for an economical and reliable car.

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  Great little car - 2006 Honda Civic
  By Trent - November 23 - 7:48 am

  I previously owned a tuned 2003 Ford Mustang GT, but got this Civic because I was driving 70 miles round trip to work everyday. The civic gets great mileage, 35-40mpg on the highway. Unfortunately, Ive had to have the water pump and ac compressor replaced. But that was done under warranty, and other than oil changes, tire rotations and gas, I dont have to spend any money on her. The only downside is that there are some serious blind spots around the C pillars in the back that make it extremely difficult at times to change lanes. I love the two tiered instrument cluster and the Ipod jack. I wish she had more power, but I love the great mileage.

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  Bullet proof reliable - 2001 Honda Civic
  By habz24 - November 22 - 8:16 pm

  I bought my 2001 civic couple lx new. I bring my baby to the Honda hospital for every oil change and inspection required. The only thing Ive changed on my car in 8.5 years are wiperblades, not even a lightbulb. The suspension isnt the best, feel every bump pretty much, but completely bullet proof car.