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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  Amazing car! - 2016 Honda Civic
  By Cory - November 16 - 3:05 am

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  EX 4dr w/Navi - 2006 Honda Civic
  By Joe - November 15 - 10:30 pm

  Traded a Lexus GS300 for this car, & loved the Lexus so that should imply how impressive the new Civic design is to make me trade ($3 gas helped also). 35MPG minimum so far in town (40+ easy on Hwy) nowdays the savings can make a big dent in your payment! Adequate power, very good handling, solid feeling car. Honda GPS/Navi is worth every penny, dont short yourself - get it!! Safety ranking is tops, airbags etc. - outclasses many luxury cars in safety. Doesnt ride quite like the Lexus but is smooth, satisfying, quiet & agile, brakes butter smooth, turns on a dime. Youll have to drive to believe, as this is Not your Fathers Civic. Hard to believe its an econo mini car actually.

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  Good Car with a Few Flaws - 2007 Honda Civic
  By Bill - November 15 - 2:00 am

  Ive had this car for thirteen months and drive mostly on the Interstate. The car has been very reliable, has more than adequate power and is generally a fun car to drive. It maneuvers easy into tight parking spaces and the fuel mileage averages about 34 MPG regardless of how I drive. The only complaint I have about Honda and these Civics are the lousy tires that put on the car. The factory Bridgestone tires are poor quality tires and despite regular balancing and rotating, these tires didnt make it 20,000 miles. Also, the XM "Ready" status of the car is useless, you still have to buy an expensive kit if you want to have XM radio in your car.

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  Great Small Car! - 2005 Honda Civic
  By Acme858 - November 15 - 2:00 am

  This is a fantastic car. Beautiful inside and outside: clean, simple, and effective. The control is nice and tight and the transmission, even for an automatic, is very smooth--both typical of Hondas. The EX model comes very well equipped with sunroof, 127 hp, alloy wheels, 6 speakers, CD player, ABS and a myriad of little things that make the entire car worthwhile. Gas mileage is great: 31 City, 37 Highway. I got the car perfectly content without any of the dealer installed options like foglights and interior trims. The foglights would be nice but the installation fees are absurdly high.

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  Barbs Hybrid - 2008 Honda Civic
  By bwright1970 - November 14 - 8:16 pm

  Chose over Saturn Green Line for mpg although same price. Although I usually choose GM cars, I am highly satisfied with the overall appearance and performance of this Honda.

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  Great car, just not that big - 2000 Honda Civic
  By samiam11 - November 14 - 11:07 am

  I bought this car as an upgrade from my 1996 hatch and it was a definite change. There is definitely more power and throwing in power steering doesnt hurt the situation. The power in the car wont put you pack in your seat (maybe at the higher end of first gear), but its a nice change from the paltry 106 hp of the lower end models. The car has done nothing but run great for me. The only problems Ive had are that the alignment of my drivers side window motor turned bad, but I fix all things myself and it was quite easy. The other problem was that the exhaust pipe rusted through, which was also a problem on my other Honda. Again, not much of a problem and an easy fix.

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  Moneysaver - 2003 Honda Civic
  By S Larson - November 14 - 2:00 am

  This car is an amazing combination of economy and comfort. It has a huge interior given its exterior dimensions. It is a good interstate cruiser (on a round trip from upstate New York to Orlando I got 40-42 mpg despite sustained 70-75mph speeds!) and the drivers seat is outstanding given the cars price. There is passenger space and luggage room enough for four people on a long trip. Overall I definitely recommend this car. Im originally from Sweden and have always driven German and French cars. This Civic beats them all, except the latest Peugeot 307 Diesel which is not offered here in the States.

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  Superb - 1997 Honda Civic
  By gunner19 - November 14 - 2:00 am

  Ive just passed the 100,000 mile marker and shes still as strong as ever. Ive never had a problem with this car.

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  Best In Class for The Money - 2005 Honda Civic
  By Joe McCain - November 13 - 8:52 pm

  This car is incredible. Bought it new in late 2004. 5 speed with 112,000 miles and I still get 36-39 mpg. Super stereo and rides good. Perfect for commuting. Will go 80 + mph easy on highway with no problems. Interior finishes are good and car can handles four (regular sized) adults. Have had NO problems at all. Its my fourth Honda and I am convinced, for the money, Honda is the leader in the value / mileage category. Reliable / quality... this small car has it all.

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  Good for trips - 2004 Honda Civic
  By sjc355VT - November 13 - 8:00 pm

  I love this car on trips, but I shouldve gotten a 5 speed! I live where we have 8% grade mountains that I sometimes have to go down in winter. Most economy cars even in automatic have a 1st gear option that you can manually put the car into. This does NOT! And the fact that there are no ABS brakes means pumping the brakes on straight-aways then hoping you dont slide across the corner off the mountain. Its scary. I love this car, but that is reason enough for me to get something with 1st gear as an option. Also on dry straight-aways I tried it in 2nd gear and it didnt stay where it should - it picked up speed! Hello!