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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  Nothing but problems! - 2001 Honda Civic
  By Do not buy! - January 10 - 6:03 pm

  Well bought my civic used and with 65,000 miles. At 77,000 miles the steering rack started leaking and needed to be replaced. All 4 struts blown at 90k miles. Headliner just coming apart and dome lights holding up material. Now at 140,000 miles mainshaft bearing in manual trans and second gear syncro. Had to replace transmission. I have been very gentle to this car and it has just turned into a money pit.

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  Great Car - 2001 Honda Civic
  By Jwill - December 29 - 2:00 am

  The Civic has been basically a trouble free car for the most part. We have had to have the the drivers seat track replaced 2 times under warranty and at 3 years old the right front strut was replaced under warranty. Gas milage has been great with over 30mpg avaraged in town and nearly 40mpg on the highway consistantly. The ride is good and the front leg room and dash design beats Toyota Corolla and others by a mile in my opinion. With the current lease deals by Honda we will get another Civic for sure.

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  Hondas dont last forever - 2001 Honda Civic
  By COLOCPA - December 12 - 4:11 am

  Have owned this Civic for over 3.5 years, bought it at 60k miles and now has 132k miles. Havent had many problems with the vehicle during this time, replaced brake pads and drums and that is about it. I bought this car based on Hondas reputation and the low operating costs (good gas mileage, doesnt require a lot of repairs). I would definitely not buy a civic again. The ride is very bumpy and it isnt a fun car to drive. Also, the transmission went out at 132k miles and to repair would be over $2k. The car is barely worth that much and needs new tires, struts, and engine work so it is not worth repairing.

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  No worries - 2001 Honda Civic
  By fremontcivic - December 5 - 1:58 pm

  I bought this car new in 2001 and have only changed tires, oil and wipers. Not a single thing has needed repair on this car. I wrecked a civic SI and bought this car with the insurance check. I drive it very hard and it just wont break. Great car.

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  Bullet proof reliable - 2001 Honda Civic
  By habz24 - November 22 - 8:16 pm

  I bought my 2001 civic couple lx new. I bring my baby to the Honda hospital for every oil change and inspection required. The only thing Ive changed on my car in 8.5 years are wiperblades, not even a lightbulb. The suspension isnt the best, feel every bump pretty much, but completely bullet proof car.

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  Disappointed - 2001 Honda Civic
  By Deb - November 18 - 12:37 am

  I love my Hondas, Ive driven my share, but this may be the last one I own. The last two Civics had front end problems. The one I have now, has a rear main seal leak, which Im not happy to hear at this point of owning this car. I cant pull all the way up to the curb because I may pull the entire front end off when pulling away because it sits way too low.

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  2001 EX Sedan - 2001 Honda Civic
  By dantheman2 - October 28 - 2:00 am

  Im unsure of why people conplain about the wind noise and tires in the 2001 Civic. I have driven my Civic for a few months now and have yet to hear or expierence anything bad with this car. The gas milage is great, but some complain about the sticker mileage to the actual milage they recieve, this all depends on the way they drive there car. (Going 80 mph will not give you 30 miles to the gallon) The features inside of the Civic are nice and it has great exterior looks. I added the alloy wheels and a spoiler, these add to the good looks for a relitivly low price. Its a great car for a comutor.

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  Problems! And More Problems! - 2001 Honda Civic
  By B.J. - October 20 - 7:58 pm

  I bought this car with only 70k and its the worst Honda ever made. Dont get me wrong, I love Hondas and Ive had two previous little civics that have lasted me well over 200k. But wow I never thought that Honda would fail me, till now. Had to fix transmission at 75k! I have older Hondas with more miles and with the original tranny! Had to change the muffler cuz it rattles really bad every time u go over a water puddle. Lots of road noise and rattles. Changed both bearings. AC is weak! Overall only thing worth is the style of the car, but that really fooled me. Terrible car, and this is coming from somebody with a civic forum acct as well. Be careful. Worst Honda ever! Do the research, trust me!

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  C&D is right, this car is a loser - 2001 Honda Civic
  By jjpcat - August 8 - 2:00 am

  I would be surprised if there is anyone who can find a car with worse ride quality. The solution is simple and yet infeasible: put 200lb+ load in the trunk and you will forget the bumpy ride. Paint quality is aweful. Driver reading light went dead at mile 4 and the fabric insert on the door broke loose at mile 20k. Excellent gas mileage. I am delightly confuged why the resale value is still so high. That makes this loser keep the "best value" title. But Elantra and Corolla are ready to take over the crown at any moment.

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  Honda quality shows.....most of the time - 2001 Honda Civic
  By moichman - July 23 - 10:00 am

  Honda is known for its great vehicles, and the 2001 Civic is no exception. Except: there are so many rattles on this thing its crazy. I was always sure not to buy a first-year model, but it happened, and Im noticing why now. Also, the transmission hunts for a gear around 1500 RPM, but I blame the small engine for that, which is very smooth along with said transmission.