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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  1994 Honda Civic LX 4 Dr Sedan - 1994 Honda Civic
  By rjtoc2 - September 20 - 2:00 am

  I put 170,000 miles on this car before I sold it. Aside from routine maintenance, I replaced the timing belt once, was on my second set of tires, and had to perform a moderate A/C repair ($500). I loved this car and was sad to part with it.

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  8 months and 3 transmissions - 2003 Honda Civic
  By Karen Hull - September 19 - 10:00 am

  After driving mini vans and other "family cars", it was nice to drive a small vehicle. I was looking for a car for commuting 100 miles per day. The Honda Hybrid seemed to fit the criteria. To date, I have had three transmissions and the third transmission is causing problems. If Honda could fix this car, I would like it much more. I dont think Honda is willing to work with me. I have had trouble with the dealership and the Honda company. I want a dependable car that doesnt spend every 3rd month in the shop.

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  Getting great mileage out of my Hybrid - 2005 Honda Civic
  By Love my Hybrid - September 17 - 12:13 pm

  There are already a lot of reviews, which I read before I bought this car. Im getting just over 40 mpg. This is less than the posted city/hwy, but I knew it would be going in. If you read more about the car, and hybrid technology, youll find that as far as the environments concerned, you are getting 46-51 mpg, with lower emissions. The car handles great, and I expect it will just about last forever (as most Hondas do).

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  Its Great - 2006 Honda Civic
  By Glen - September 15 - 11:00 am

  ok, a little hard to find in stock, hard to make a deal, but this car is great. Nice to purchase a product worth the $$ it costs. Only had a week, but like the vehicle better than anticipated. Build quality great like most Hondas, but the design in & out is super! Nice that a close to entry leval car has such style. Purchased car to have something other than the gas hog we must have to tow our trailer.

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  Excellent Transportation, DONT RACE!!! - 1993 Honda Civic
  By FrugalCommuter - September 15 - 2:00 am

  I purchased this vehicle at an auction in February of 2002 for $775. The car was rammed into a curb, then left to die. I replaced the front passenger side suspension.Hondas are so easy to work on, didnt take more then a weekend to get that replaced. I have driven the car for 20,000 miles since, so far I have only replaced the axels. Handels well for the liberal suspension setup. Easily take corners at 90. Brakes have been acceptable, but not great due to the rear drum configuration. Trunk is well sized for the car. Tank is too small. Blow motor doesnt blow enough air. Car just needs about 30 more horsepower.

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  Nice but gas mileage better on my 1999! - 2009 Honda Civic
  By Jules - September 14 - 8:10 pm

  This car is nice looking, it is comfortable and the interior is a lot of bang for the buck considering the price. However, I do feel the engine is lacking a big, at only 2,500 miles I already feel a little idle rumble when I start the car and its not nearly as good on gas as my 99 Civic EX which I also still have. Thats a big disappointment to me. The brakes also seem like they are working super hard all the time and they make an awful noise when breaking on any type of hill. I dont believe they are going to last too long. Those are my only gripes, its a nice little car.

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  So Far, So Good ! - 2009 Honda Civic
  By bdazzled101 - September 14 - 4:23 pm

  After owning over a dozen American Made cars, this is my first Honda. The first thing I noticed was how "solid" the car felt. Looks like a small car on the outside, but inside it looks alot bigger than it actually is. Nice expansive interior. Layout of dash/interior very user friendly. Everything easy to reach and use. Wide front view while driving, no blind spots. Very comfortable seating & alot of room to spare & Im 6 1". The LX automatic is nicely equipped already. Im adding blue interior lighting under the dash areas. Gas mileage is outstanding! 31 mpg in the city-so far. Advertised 28. If this car lives up to its past proven record while I own it, Im buying another Honda later on!

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  Civic EX - 2009 Honda Civic
  By amber - September 14 - 12:13 pm

  First Honda. Had a Matrix before this. Love the look of this car and the way it drives. Antilock brakes occasionally feel "crunchy." Auto transmission doesnt always shift smoothly. Axle nut loose after 6000 miles. Do not like the auto up windows or the seat belt alarm that takes forever to go off. (I know, I know, its illegal to not wear a seatbelt!) 35 mpg hwy is great. Not so good city driving. About 24 mpg. Combo driving is still good. Ride is hard but will try the lower tire pressure.

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  You get what you pay for. - 2006 Honda Civic
  By Jacques - September 14 - 5:03 am

  This has been a great buy. Car works beautifully. I do not suggest getting the navigation. The factory unit cost too much considering you can buy a top of the line off the self for 1/3 the cost and you can take it with you fromcar to car.

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  Dependable car - 2004 Honda Civic
  By xmhy003x - September 13 - 2:00 am

  I got this civic by tradigin it in with my two door 02 civic. I like the new design of the vehicle, its not as lop sided as the 01 body style, and the inside is essentially the same. Its a car I can depend on having for the next decade of my life.