Overview & Reviews

Honda redesigns its cars and trucks every four to five years, whether they need it or not. For 2001, it's the Honda Civic's turn. Larger inside and out, with more powerful engines but a less sophisticated suspension, coupes and sedans return in familiar DX, LX and EX trims, while HX models come with two doors only. The GX Sedan is powered by natural gas. Unfortunately, the hatchback dies just when Americans are once again figuring out how useful they can be, and the sporty Si goes on hiatus for a year or two.

• Fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly engines, reputation for durability, neato CVT transmission, likely to retain a healthy chunk of original value, impressive crash-test scores.

• Si goes bye-bye, gotta get the EX or GX for ABS, vanilla-flavored sedan styling.

User Reviews:

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  Awesome first car! - 2001 Honda Civic
  By Alex - February 12 - 10:27 am

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  consumer review - 2001 Honda Civic
  By consumer review - December 23 - 10:00 am

  I purchased this car based on Hondas reputation for quality and reliability. The Civic runs well and performs as expected. However the car has more rattles, squeaks and noises than I ever imagined. The integrity is very poor. The dash rattles match the domestics and is far worse than past Hondas I have known. The ride is rough and the driver/passenger feel every road imperfection. Road noise is considerable for this car. Aside from the noise and rattles, the quality seems to be good. I have 40,000 miles on it now and plan to trade it because I am dissatisfied with the overall build quality. I believe I will look at alternative vehicles.

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  Worst Car EVER - 2001 Honda Civic
  By 2cents - December 6 - 10:00 am

  This is the worst vehicle I have ever owned/driven and my first car was an 88 Isuzu Pick-up. Performance is terrible. Engine has no power. Suspension is trash. It bounces everywhere like a cadillac. I have a 5sp. It never likes to go into reverse or 2nd. Im luck if I get 25mpg. The car rattles everywhere. At 48k miles, my transmission needed to be rebuilt.

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  Civic Minded - 2001 Honda Civic
  By Clickaholic - October 28 - 8:50 am

  Pros: Reliability, resale value, build quality, service intervals, ergos, great 5-speed, gas mileage, longevity potential, ULEV status, design, interior room, safety rating, trunk size, proven engine, comfy seats, aftermarket potential and fun-to-drive factor. Cons: No passenger side power lock switch, rear suspension bounciness, highly reflective rear glass, no ABS, rear drums, premature low fuel gauge warning, overly thin sheet metal, non venting rear windows.

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  Bummed out bigtime - 2001 Honda Civic
  By jarred - October 10 - 2:00 am

  i was pumped about getting a civic, but i think the 2001 model, the new bodystyle, was a big mistake. they really need to stop making these cars with american parts in america. the brakes make a loud clunking sound every time i drive for the first time in a few hours. the rattles inside are amazingly, shockingly baaad, and ive already had them fixed twice. the left rear shock now squeaks badly and it sounds like an old car. with 23000 miles, this vehicle should not be having any of these problems. also the road noise is incredibly loud. very weak engine. overall i am extremely disappointed i look forward to trading it in for a toyota.

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  Hondas gone downhill & cheap! - 2001 Honda Civic
  By WhatHappenedToHonda - September 21 - 10:00 am

  After having several previous Hondas, I am very disappointed in my 2001 Civic. It rattles from everywhere (partly because everything is hard plastic now, not cushioned vinyl), the suspension squeeks and pops, the fuel gauge is never accurate, the windows always fog, the doors leak water into the interior, the carpet is thin and already matted flat, and the paint is pealing off the rear bumper. As far as being cheap (keep in mind this is the top of the line Civic) - - all plastic door and rear panels, no lighted glove box, vanity mirrors or courtesy lights in the doors. Are we sure this isnt a Hyundai??

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  Great car - 2001 Honda Civic
  By JAD - September 21 - 10:00 am

  Our third Honda Civic. We couldnt be happier!

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  Honda Civic = Acura 1.7EL Problems - 2001 Honda Civic
  By Acuradriver - August 28 - 2:00 am

  The new generation Civic and Acura 1.7EL (in Canada) are not worth the extra money you have to pay, for the car and for the insurance. Side airbag sensors went out at 15000 km (costed Honda $750 for replacement and me 3 trips to the dealer). There is no protective shroud in the front wheel well; that means the engine bay is exposed to the salt and dirt from the wheel well. Various rattles and noises; car does not feel as solid. Front shocks went out at 25000 km. Huge gap in assembly of plastic trim pieces. Handbrake button cracked at 9000km. Nice design and good packaging of neat features, but poor assembly and cheap North American autoparts.

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  A utility car but still fun - 2001 Honda Civic
  By Aamer - July 27 - 2:44 am

  Civic is a great car. You can drive it forever. Its an economy car that makes every day driving tons of fun.

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  A utility car but still fun - 2001 Honda Civic
  By Aamer - July 27 - 2:44 am

  Civic is a great car. You can drive it forever. Its an economy car that makes every day driving tons of fun.