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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  First small car - 2004 Honda Civic
  By Jim - August 1 - 12:10 am

  I love this car. It is fun to drive and the mileage is better the futher you drive it. Excellent manufactures assistance and concern. Dealer satifaction is high. Very nice people. I bought the car for gas mileage around town and it has satisfied me.

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  Excellent Used Car! - 2000 Honda Civic
  By williamssd - July 30 - 2:09 pm

  I purchased my Civic EX 2dr 5sp used at the end of April, 2002, after graduating from college and getting my first full-time job. I drive a lot (had 22,000 on it from original owner, I now have 144,000). I have not had a single problem with it. I change my own oil/filter/spark plugs/MT fluid, but other than that I only go by what the manual says for maintenance -- astounding reliability. The engine still does not burn oil (none that I can tell with regular checks). My fuel economy during the summer stays near 36 mpg with a mix of city/hwy driving. Since relocating to Bullhead City, AZ, I have noticed that at its age the extreme heat does decrease acceleration and the AC.

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  2002 Honda Civic - 2002 Honda Civic
  By skeezicks - July 30 - 8:56 am

  I bought my Civic new. This car gets the best gas mileage ever. On trips Im averaging 42 mpg! At $3.09 per gallon who could complain. Minor problems, stereo system died at 35,800 miles (under warranty), needed new battery at 50,000 miles. I have 53,000 miles now and will be trading in for a new 2007 Civic. Great car for the money. Gets better gas mileage than the Honda Fit!!!

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  2007 Honda Civic 2d LX - 2007 Honda Civic
  By E - July 28 - 8:36 pm

  This is probably the best car I have ever purchased. Excellent fuel economy (42 mpg), extremely fun to drive, all kinds of airbags make a safe car and the quality and engine are outstanding. Im sold on the Civic and on Honda.

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  Honda envy - 1996 Honda Civic
  By hon-da-man - July 27 - 1:26 pm

  Got this one with 60k on it and now has 144k. Gas mileage can go up to 46 mpg if I really baby it, but gets 40 mpg now. No problems, except self induced ones. Wish I had gotten one with power windows and doorlocks, just for convenience.

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  2004 Civic LX 4 door - 2004 Honda Civic
  By mrgoodwrench - July 27 - 10:00 am

  This is my 6th Honda and I have not been disappointed in any of them. I traded a CRV for the 2004 Civic and dont regret it. The ride and drive is great. The mileage looks great, cant seem to empty the tank. If you can do without the sun roof and alloy wheels this seems the best buy. Very solid and a huge amount of room compared to the previous version. Nice car.

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  new si - 2003 Honda Civic
  By rusty - July 27 - 10:00 am

  Thsi is fun to drive(feels like a race car)that brings me to issue #1 the steering is fine at low speeds but way to heavy at highway speed -an adjustment of the variable power steering unit will be something I may undertake.

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  2003 Si - 2003 Honda Civic
  By Mike T - July 27 - 2:43 am

  Excellent car, fun to drive. Not the quickest of its class (spec v, cooper s, RSX) but responds well to modifications, if speed is your thing. Excellent build quality for such an inexpensive car. City mpg is outstanding(almost 30), thanks to the improved iVtec system.

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  Quiet car - 2005 Honda Civic
  By Matt Morgan - July 26 - 3:10 pm

  I bought this car because it is so quiet. I test drove it on sevral occasions beforehand, and I liked the fact that even when the gas engine is running it is so quiet. It wont win any races, but thats not the intent of this kind of car. The intent is to be a quiet, economical car (that happens to be very environmentally friendly), and it accomplishes these goals admirably. This is the car I should have purchased when I was shopping a couple of years ago. I bought a VW back then, and though I loved it, it was unreliable. No longer my problem.

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  Touchdown!! - 2006 Honda Civic
  By JDubz - July 24 - 2:46 pm

  Honda scores a touchdown with the new Civic. The build quality, reliability, gas mileage, and safety are excellent and typical Honda. The exterior design may take a little getting used to as does the interior with the two-tier dash design. But, Im used to it and I love it. What I also love is the surprisingly fun-to-drive factor. While the car is no Mazda3, its sportier than I expected, especially with the 5spd. manual. I would recommend this car to anyone. Honda has done a fantastic job with the 2006 Civic.