Overview & Reviews

In typical Honda fashion, the Civic receives a number of minor changes this year in order to keep it fresh. For the coupe and sedan, there's new exterior styling, including restyling for the front and rear bumpers, hood, headlights and grille. Inside, the audio speakers have been upgraded, extra sound deadening material has been added and floor mats are now standard in the LX and EX. The LX trim has slightly bigger wheels this year (15 inches) and standard keyless entry. A new value package contains air conditioning, a CD player and a new center console. For the Si hatchback, there are new headlight and taillight designs, larger 16-inch wheels and flashier interior trim. Like the regular sedan, the Civic Hybrid has updated styling, standard floor mats and improved speakers. It also has a new interior console with an armrest, adjustable rear headrests and a manual driver-seat height adjuster. Finally, all 2004 Honda Civic sedans and coupes have a new seatbelt reminder system.

• Fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly engines, roomy interior, reputation for durability and quality, impressive crash test scores.

• Top-of-the-line models are pricey, antilock brakes not available on DX or LX.

User Reviews:

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  Civic Coupe Review - 2004 Honda Civic
  By DJ - June 7 - 7:43 pm

  Im fairly happy with the car. However, the power to gas milage ratio is disappointing... Avg. 25 mpg at freeway speeds with A/C on (rated at 38 mpg).

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  Honda Hybrid No faults - 2004 Honda Civic
  By Charles - June 4 - 10:00 am

  We bought it in December, took off for Phoenix, Albuquerque, no faults, ran great, Cruise control is awesome, best process control system ive ever seen in an auto. The A/C is great. The economy mode and cruise control with A/C set on 70 degrees pulled up the 8000 ft mountain going into San Diego CA with no overheating, passing everybody else with A/C off and overheating still. Milage varied on 3000 mile trip from 33 to 39 mpg depending on speed and wind direction. It takes no thought to drive, just push the gas pedal. Stable and sure-footed in rain and wind, even with sligh

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  Not my first Honda, and not my last.... - 2004 Honda Civic
  By cpc - June 4 - 10:00 am

  Spunky and sporty, and though lacking a "V8", the 5-on-the-floor work ideally for this 4 cylinder. Pressing 40 highway MPG, and about 35 city with emphasis on getting into 5th gear as soon as I hit about 35mph. Very smooth at all speeds. I dont mind having to manually roll down the windows ! Noise level better-than-average. Paid about 13,250 OTD. Very capable CD/AM/FM radio standard - seems there is some slightly noticeable reception fading which may be antenna or reception caused (I DO NOT live in a remote area). Most people wouldnt notice it. Im upgrading to an Alpine CDA-9820XM. Too new to rate reliability

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  Love it. - 2004 Honda Civic
  By Miyoun - June 4 - 10:00 am

  I recently purchased this car yesterday, June 29th, and this is the most fun Ive had. I jumped up from a 2001 Chevy S10, which was not the best truck, but was practical. This Si has great room in the front and the back (my head does not touch the top when sitting up in the back seats 6) and has great gas mileage. LoVe It.

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  Best hybrid out there - 2004 Honda Civic
  By macsven - June 4 - 10:00 am

  I didnt really choose to buy this car, since I wanted a manual transmission hybrid (the Civic is the only such model), but I am absolutely happy. The performance is decent, certainly no different than standard Civics or similar class cars. However, I probably would have paid more for extra horses because acceleration above 60 mph or when driving with a full car is sluggish. Gas mileage has lived up to my expectations -- 45-55 mpg, which leads me to think any complaints out there are from drivers who accelerate too fast, go over 80 mpg, etc. All other aspects of the car are identical to regular Civics -- a well balanced and economical sedan.

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  04 Civic EX Coupe 58K - 2004 Honda Civic
  By Shawn - June 3 - 10:51 pm

  This is overall a pretty solid car. The trick with this generation Civic is to avoid the 1st two model years, and ideally the 04-05 iterations seem to be the most reliable. Interior is the typical attractive/conservative Honda mix, ditto with the outside. Performance, its not a performance car, but for 1700 ccs and getting the gas mileage it does, it performs admirably. Fun to drive, Honda always hones in driving responses (gearbox, steering etc) which make them fun to drive, not a chore. For the enthusiast, these arent cheap to make "fast", but theyre awesome cars for suspension modification. This hugely improves the fun to drive element (at the cost of ride quality, of course).

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  The IMA Battery - 2004 Honda Civic
  By Pete - June 3 - 9:30 am

  The IMA light came on, so I took it to the Dealer to check. The IMA system was not charging, so they had to order a new one for me. The cost of replacement was $5000, which I did not have to pay, as they are warrantied for 10 years. I wanted to know if this is a common problem with The Honda Hybrid, as mine is less than 4 years old.

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  longtime Honda owner - 2004 Honda Civic
  By longtimeowner - May 26 - 1:13 am

  This is my 4th new Honda I purchased this car in 12-03 I have had excellant service from the car. I think it is a good little car the quality is well above average. The service intervals suggested by Honda are long. I have had no problems with fit and finish. I could suggest this ride for anyone needing a "GOOD SMALL CAR"

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  Third Civic - 2004 Honda Civic
  By Nookie4me - May 24 - 9:13 am

  I really enjoy my third civic, bought the 2004 ex sedan w/ manual and love it. Not the fastest, sportiest, or nicest car on the streets, however it es everything I could ask for. Great gas mileage, interior space, build quality(minus the paint), and low cost to operate the vehicle. I could have bought a $30000.00 vehicle, but for vacations, backa dn forth to work and running around town with friends. I would rather have my money in my bank account than depreciating in my garage!!! Compound interest is the worlds best invention.

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  What a car!?! - 2004 Honda Civic
  By James O. - May 22 - 8:47 am

  My 2004 Accord EX is without question the best car I have ever owned (am will likely own). In four years I have not had a single issue with it, both interior and exterior. Routine maintenance and a little TLC leave her running and looking great. An added bonus is the fantastic fuel efficiency now that gas is through the roof. On average, she gets close to 30 mpg. If you are considering buying a Honda, this particular model will serve you very, very well.