Overview & Reviews
Marking the changes for the 2009 Honda Civic are a slight nose and tail job, new wheel designs, a pair of new trim levels (LX-S and DX Value Package) and a number of high-tech enhancements (including Bluetooth availability and a USB audio input).
- Wide-ranging engine lineup offers both fuel efficiency and performance, roomy and refined interior, strong crash test scores, available as a sedan or coupe.
- Controversial gauge cluster design, Bluetooth and stability control only available on upper trims, slow acceleration times of Hybrid and GX models.
User Reviews:
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My first hybrid, and its a Honda! - 2009 Honda Civic
By IPA2 - December 21 - 1:00 amTHIS IS MY FIRST HYBRID, and its only a day old or so. I wanted to write about my first impressions and a few months from now, Ill write again. First of all the ride is smooth and solid. With the CVT, SHIFTING IS SEAMLESS, because there arent any gears, just one consistent motion. The style looks like a Civic, so dont expect people to stop and notice your new Hybrid. However, you can smile and know how your new car isnt thirsty for gas, and the stereo is top notch. The interior leather is very comfortable, and the blue luminous gauges have a futuristic look and very easy to read.We got a fantastic lease, $305/ 36 month. Only first payment down, plus they paid off our other lease, 2months.
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Back breaking drive, poor visibility... - 2009 Honda Civic
By edhil - November 3 - 12:00 amI have the car now for 3 months, fuel economy exceeds the sticker rating. On the down side you have to be careful when stopping, at low speeds it surges and I would find it difficult to park in a tight spot. I finally got to go on a trip, I- 84 with its ups and downs, the gas engine strains trying to do 65 up some of the hills, its no power house. And my back was sore after a 300 mile trip, gosh when I go to FL in fall I will need dr to work on my back, I guess its a car for the younger set, I am 63 and went from a CRV to this. On the plus side it uses half the gas the CRV did. Its too bad Honda cant find a better place for the batteries, I miss the fold down back seats.
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Awesome! - 2009 Honda Civic
By klbeale - September 8 - 7:40 amThis car is so fun to drive, it is amazing. To purchase a car with the performance, quality, below $20,000, is a steal. It has all the options except navigation, which I chose not to purchase. This car actually thinks for you. When driving, this car can scream down the road if you want it, with a redline of 8000 rpm, it flies. The handling is incredible, you almost feel like you are in a Indy car. If you are looking for a great small car, you must test drive the SI coupe.
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2009 LX-S Manual - 2009 Honda Civic
By craig stambaugh - August 20 - 7:36 pmI test drove just about every competitor with the idea I did not want a Civic. After 5 weeks and numerous test drives there was only one choice; the Civic. Handling, MPG, styling and the track record of the Civics reliability won out. The only car that came close was the Mazda 3. The LX-S comes standard with 16" alloy wheels, small spoiler and "SI like" seats. The fit and finish are excellent. I got 34.1 mpg on my first tank (2/3 highway). The car handles like a dream and the manual trans is typical Honda, smooth as silk. My Civic replaces my sporty 1994 Ford Probe (Mazda mechanicals) after 201,000 miles. Trust me, all things considered, the Civic is the best car in its class.
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Not Impressed - cant recommend - 2009 Honda Civic
By Kevin Kuch - August 18 - 6:50 pmI took this car for a ride on CA State Route 1 (Pacific Coast). I have to begin by saying that I am not impressed. This car has a serious blind spot problem. Too much of blocking when you do a head check. Leather seats are of bad quality. Sound system needs improvement. I am 59" getting in and out is very uncomfortable. Audio unit gets heated up. Inside cabin is noisy. Wondering what would remain on 65MPH head on collision. I was shocked to see the design design beneath the bumper. I would rate safety features somewhere between 3 to 4. AC units has problem. Not sure if I can recommend this car to my friends.
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Go for Jetta NOT Civic - 2009 Honda Civic
By Fremont CA - July 20 - 6:10 pm1. Leather Seats are not good. I already see wrinkles - Bad quality leather 2. Bad pickup. 3. Mileage is not as promised. 4. Has 6 Speaker and 1 woofer but woofer is very bad (Honda or the Dealer continue to claim its good but its not good). Creates buuurrrr sound at volume 9. 5. Definitely need re-engineering in all aspects. 6. Buy EX-L if the on-road price is $14,000.
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Still the best transmission - 2009 Honda Civic
By jds - May 24 - 2:40 pmGot the dark gray color which meshes quite nicely with the Si wheels. The audio hookups are astounding - CD, XM, pc card, FM, AM, iPod, and USB key. The navigation graphics are dated (same or similar to those which debuted in 2006), but the system is integrated quite well and the information presented is all helpful. I have yet to get a single voice command to work, even after reading the manual. The engine is quite free revving and the transmission and clutch combo is sublime. It is not a particularly fast car, but the best version of a proven car with a fantastic stick.
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Safe, solid, satisfied - 2009 Honda Civic
By edward - May 20 - 5:30 pmI have owned a 2006 Honda Accord since new, and have been very pleased. Along came cash for clunkers, and I happened to have a 94 Explorer that I was ready to junk, and lo and behold, $4500 was too much to pass up for a new car. This 09 lx-s sedan is really the ticket! Its solid and responsive. The black interior is unique to other civics, and really sets it apart. Both the 06 and the 09 are white. Seems to be the best color for looking sharp and to keep clean, although I do like black. Have had the car for a couple of months, get 30 mpg average, and really like driving it. Ive learned to keep my right knee away from the emergency brake handle. It bothered me at first.
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The one to buy! - 2009 Honda Civic
By Iluvdiscar - May 17 - 1:36 pmGreat Car, I am very impressed with the fit and finish. Car handles well on both fwy and city streets. Ive always bought Detroit iron, but this car puts them all to shame. I just love the 43.5 average MPG. Cannot say enough good things about this car.
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Love it! - 2009 Honda Civic
By CIVICLVR. - May 13 - 1:30 amIve had a 99 Honda Civic before this - just the basic model- and it was a really reliable car, compared to an 06 liberty I drove. Ive only had my 09 CIVIC for a week and I love it, I can hardly wait to drive it every day. I bought the EX-L version because I wanted all the bells and whistles, and I dont regret getting this one. It honestly drives like a BMW - loads of fun to drive, even if you are just cruising and very comfortable to ride in. I always turn heads in this car. Perfect for a college student looking for a sporty, luxury, economical, reliable car.
