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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  happy - 2003 Honda Civic
  By BILLKNIGHT - May 12 - 10:00 am

  would like more gas miles

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  The Perfect Car - 2007 Honda Civic
  By Adam - May 11 - 2:53 pm

  I had to wait for this vehicle for close 14 months for this Fiji Blue Pearl Civic, and it was worth everyday! I absolutely love it and I am constantly looking for reasons to go drive. We recently had a snow storm here in Iowa and it actually got around pretty well. Obviously I am not expecting 4 wheel drive performance in the snow, but it did just as well if not better than other front wheel drive 4 cylinders. I cant stop playing with the navigation/radio screen, which is probably not safe, but it is just too tempting to have that touch screen in front of you

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  I love my Civic! - 2003 Honda Civic
  By iloversh - May 6 - 10:00 am

  I have only had this car for a week, but I am in love already...I went from a 93 Civic LX (4-door) to my 03 Civic Coupe EX....this car has so much on my older Civic. Its fun to drive and I love when people compliment me on my car. Im very happy with my purchase.

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  Not bad but needs work - 2005 Honda Civic
  By Martin - May 4 - 8:50 pm

  Civic is a good commuter car with great gas mileage, decent handling, and pleasant design.

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  2005 Civic EX Special Edition Sedan - 2005 Honda Civic
  By M - May 2 - 7:40 am

  Honda has done a number on the interior of the Special Edition--very interesting to look at. Stereo looks like a higher-end after-market (6-disc-- great bass, clear treble, multiple graphic display). Magnesium metallic with graphite heated leather upgrade is a beautiful combination. The only problem I have is the lack of legroom in the front, and Im only 510"! Perfect car for small to medium sized people. Will be driven for many years to come. If you are looking to buy a regualar EX, DONT! SE comes standard with leather-wrapped steering wheel, better radio, spoiler, alloy wheels, etc. Overall paid $17,400 (sticker $19,175).

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  Hatchback Sport - 2017 Honda Civic
  By Giovanni Parlato - May 1 - 9:16 pm

  Awesome car to drive

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  Hatchback Sport - 2017 Honda Civic
  By Giovanni Parlato - May 1 - 9:16 pm

  Awesome car to drive

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  Hatchback Sport - 2017 Honda Civic
  By Giovanni Parlato - May 1 - 9:16 pm

  Awesome car to drive

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  Why this was my last Honda ever - 2007 Honda Civic
  By Kevin - April 30 - 6:40 am

  Even after Honda issued a TSB for the 3rd gear problem, I couldnt get the infamous 3rd gear TSB done,after writing and talking with HCS on the phone, etc., the service center continued to deny any 3rd gear problem, "even an intermittent one." All HCS offered to do was give a loaner car while I kept my SI at the dealer for a few days in the hope that they would admit to the problem. But they just didnt want to fix it. I traded in the car. Ill never buy another Honda again. This was my fifth. It was in the shop constantly, first for the oil leak, which took months of visits and letters/calls to Honda to get fixed. And I got tired of trying to get the 3rd gear issue fixed. Dont buy one.

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  nimble urban assult vehicle - 2006 Honda Civic
  By bhogge - April 30 - 5:20 am

  the 2006 civic is a great leap forward from its predescesor. the car has ample power for getting on the kill or be killed freeways of houston and brakes that will stop you on a dime and give you 9 cents change. the other evening i wanted to make a u-turn on a major street at a stop light and found myself nearly kissing my backside. The mileage is as advertised, our gas bill was reduced 65% over our nissan maxima...happy here!