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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  Aweful Fuel Economy- 25 MPG average - 2009 Honda Civic
  By rich6139 - January 6 - 9:40 am

  Purchased Honda Civic LX sedan in September 2009. EPA mileage estimates were 25-36 MPG. I have had Honda Civics for the past 14 years and have averaged 36 MPG. This car has had awful fuel economy. My main reason for purchasing a Civic was for fuel economy. Contacted dealership- "nothing they can do" contacted Honda USA case manager- "cant make any promises they can do anything about it". 22-25 MPG is what I am getting with this car, not the average of 36 MPG on my previous Civics. If it cannot be corrected, I will have to get rid of the car.

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  Settled for better - 2009 Honda Civic
  By Truck 2 car - December 29 - 12:46 pm

  I bought a Civic after reviewing every other car in its class. I used my NRA discount and saved another $1700.00. I was thinking I was settling when in reality I traded up. This car is solid, reliable, gets great mileage with my lead foot, is fun to drive, and comfortable on long trips. The USB port works with ipod, flash drives and external USB hard drives. The center console holds my work gear easily. The remote is handy and the open roof is great here in the south, as it lets out the heat. I just wish I could open it with the remote. I would love more power, and could have gone with the Si, but insurance costs are much higher. My EX only raised my rates a few dollars.

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  Good lil hybrid - 2009 Honda Civic
  By salderson - December 16 - 1:50 am

  Im more of the high HP kind of guy but was looking to get as far away as possible from my WRX. So going to a hybrid was quite the step down in the motor dep. I must say Im really impressed in this lil EZ-go car! The power is less then seat pounding but other then that I love it. The inside is well made and theres plenty of storage space. The ride is fairly good. Im looking to up-grade the sound deading abilities... I drive from Houston, TX to Lincoln, NE quite a bit in a given year. I have had this car for about 6-7 months now and Im trying to pick it apart its quite hard to find anything to nit pick. Just keep in mind this IS a hybrid. The tech is pretty new to the market.

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  Impressive for a small car - 2009 Honda Civic
  By Roger - December 15 - 4:27 pm

  This is my 3rd Honda preceded by an 06 Accord and 07 Ridgeline. The Civic is impressive for an economy car and is inexpensive enough that I dont feel guilty about it being my daily driver. When I feel to drive a big, quiet, comfortable vehicle with a V8 Ill just take my 09 Silverado out for a spin.

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  Novelty has worn off a little - 2009 Honda Civic
  By hch2socal - December 3 - 1:02 am

  OK - so with 8500 miles, the novelty has worn off a little. Its still a great commuter, but I agree with many of the other reviews: 1) comfortable on short rides painful on anything more than 2 hours 2) horrible power on hills, especially if stopped at a stop light and you have to start on an incline (takes about 3-5 seconds to really "get going") 3) very loud on anything over 3000 rpm (aka hills). I put on aftermaket wheels b/c I didnt like the stock - looks great, but did subtract 3 MPG (but worth it IMO) Ive averaged 37.5 MPG over the past 3,000 miles (and that does involve crossing a 9% incline daily to work). Bottom line - great for MPG lacks power / comfort.

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  Some short Comings!!! - 2009 Honda Civic
  By mac 8 - November 5 - 3:25 pm

  After owning for 5 months, some of the glamor has worn off. I bought it for economy and it is very good in that department. As far as driving I hate the fact that you cant see the right side to judge or even the left front, thats a minus. Also with the hybrid I would not recommend it if you live in hilly country, has little or no power on grades. Seats are not comfortable, esp if youre over 21.

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  Still a solid, everyday car - 2009 Honda Civic
  By Mark - November 3 - 1:02 pm

  Purchased the Civic based on its reputation above all else. Wanted a reliable, fuel-efficient, decent sized starter car. To this point it has not disappointed. It has a fairly roomy interior (can comfortably fit 4 people who are under 6 feet tall). The dashboard design is useful with the mph gauge sitting above the rpm gauge--have had no problems with it. If anything, it is more convenient because your eyes barely have to glance down to see your speed. I have been getting mileage along the lines expected: 28ish city/traffic driving and 36ish highway. The drive and handling is smooth enough, but Im no expert on that.

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  Economy, but not so much fun.... - 2009 Honda Civic
  By reelalarm - November 2 - 6:45 am

  I have had this car for 5 months, great economy, not a pleasure to drive. The visibility on right side is none, you cant sit high enough to judge how close you are. Please when going up a hill stay in right lane, there is no power to pass or accelerate. The car is very low, can bottom out easy. I also get back aches from driving long distances. But it is what it is good on fuel. I will be heading to Florida soon, that will tell the story.

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  Vibration on window side - 2009 Honda Civic
  By jayk - September 9 - 4:26 am

  I bought this car 3 months ago. I have no problem with handling, mileage, and reliability. However, Im not satisfied with the build quality because there is vibration on the side door which I could not locate the exact place. It really bothers me because you can really hear the vibration.

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  Solid little car with one nagging issue! - 2009 Honda Civic
  By graywolf781 - August 30 - 1:23 pm

  Ive had my LX-S sedan for a few months now, and all has gone well except for one persistent issue that has popped up since the weather has become cold. When the car has been sitting for a few hours in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit, the car will often not start on the first try, or the car will start and then die out. The indicator window on the battery states that the battery is fine. On a brand new car, this is unacceptable. Come on Honda dont skimp on batteries with decent cold cranking amps.