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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  Forget the Prius - 2006 Honda Civic
  By Clinton70 - November 3 - 3:00 pm

  This is loads cheaper than a Prius and has potential for mileage well into the 40s if you drive right. Also, its not ugly and dangerous like the Prius. 46.7mpg on one tank on 87 octane on 55mph roads. 42 on interstates. City (lots of 25mph and stop and go)/highway mix was still a respectable 31. Design in and out was fabulous. Power was plenty for a gas saver. Ride was great for an economy car. Regret getting rid of but had a kid on the way and coupe was too small. I probably could have kept it though as the back seat was not small by any means for a coupe.

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  Barely Acceptable if it were a Chevy - 2001 Honda Civic
  By dleamon72 - November 3 - 10:00 am

  Poor performance(slow, loud, bouncy ride)poor build quality(sunroof failed and needed replacement, speakers rattle, big panel gaps)pitiful dealer service at Miller Honda Culver City CA (slow turn around time, poor service advice, surly service advisors). Brakes wear out at 10k miles, battery failes at 24 months. Overall a pitiful car and a pitiful ownership experience. I dont think Honda is trying as hard as it used to with this model.

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  My First Honda - 2007 Honda Civic
  By Magdy Saeb - November 3 - 12:13 am

  After eight years with my VW Passat, I decided to go Japanese. Well, I was right! A sport-like fun-to-dive car. When I touch the accelerator, it roars and jumps with confidence leaving the other guy watching her disappearing. It was love from first sight!

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  Best All Around Car !!! - 2005 Honda Civic
  By Jose - October 30 - 2:26 pm

  Best Vehicle every made in space & gas saver. Best all around family and sporty car..... All around best dealer customer service on the vehicle.

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  A SOLID car!! - 2006 Honda Civic
  By Jay - October 29 - 9:46 pm

  This car is for real. It has it all and then some. I purchased a 2006 EX last week and I love it. This is an extremely safe vehicle with good power, great gas mileage, fantastic handling and a very attractive body style inside and out - all for a little over 19K before taxes. If you added a larger engine with a leather interior you would have a BMW 3 series. I doubt you will find a better car for the money, period! This is a "different" Civic - trust me.

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  Just OK - 2006 Honda Civic
  By jrmart - October 29 - 1:10 pm

  The car serves its purpose. A good mileage commuter, and just that only! Lackluster power with A/C on and four on board. You really have to worry about passing on two lane roads. Seats seem hard, even after short trips. 5 speed auto just shifts and shifts and shifts even on /mild/moderate inclines! Blind spots because of weird A pillar and C pillars. Rear shelf rattles. Dash rattles

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  A car you always have to think about... - 2001 Honda Civic
  By vinbone - October 28 - 2:00 am

  Dont be fooled by Hondas claim that youre buying a car "you never have to think about". Quite the opposite. Both of my 2001s had a multitude of problems, small some large: (1) Transmission major downshift and late shift issues, fluid burn, power loss. (2) Rotors need cut every 10,000 miles. (3) Gas gauge reads incorrectly. (4) Window motor locks up. (5) Fog lights crack repeatedly (poor design, lenses too thin). (6) Front end vibration. (7) Call pulls to right, even with alignment & new tires. (8) Front bumper and roof moulding issues. (10) Rear brake squeak. (12) Gas mileage 6 mpg worse than claim.

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  My wonderful Honda! - 2000 Honda Civic
  By Catlynn - October 28 - 2:00 am

  I traded in my wretched, gas-guzzling, cheaply-constructed Chevy Tracker for a 2000 Civic EX Coupe. Do I love my new car? OH YES! My Civic runs like a top, consistently gets 38 miles per gallon, and looks great. This is a fantastic little car.

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  over the top - 2004 Honda Civic
  By Heikki - October 28 - 2:00 am

  This one snuck up on me. Purchased for basic hi-mpg go-to-work transportation; found instead a personal coupe I really love. Made commuting the best part of the workday (really). A very well balanced, fun-to-drive car.

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  Glad I bought it. - 2006 Honda Civic
  By jaylieb - October 27 - 5:23 pm

  Drives like a much bigger car. Much quieter than my old Acura Integra. I love the looks of the car and the features.