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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  Good but overated - 2006 Honda Civic
  By Fuad - February 28 - 10:46 pm

  This car is very good looking but the interior quality is rather questionable. Lots of cheap interior plastic makes the interior fragile. The gas mileage is pretty good and the power is adequate. I have a K&N cold air intake system and it helps.I actually had many complements about its looks. Its comfortable on long trips and is fun to drive. If you live in an area with many many potholes, I dont recommend you get this car because it will not take them without a flat tire or other damages.The rear visibility is an issue that you have to deal with if you intend to buy the coupe. I wish I waited a bit longer for a Mazda 3.

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  Accord Jr. - 2002 Honda Civic
  By bclov - February 28 - 8:26 am

  Comfortable daily commuter that can easily be used as a primary vehicle. Very dependable. Almost same size as the Accord for thousands less. Decent power, mileage and styling.

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  So so - 2006 Honda Civic
  By Sharon - February 26 - 8:03 am

  I find my Honda to be uncomfortable to drive, it doesnt have a lumbar support adjustment. The head rest lean too far forward, I actually took the drivers off. Great fuel mileage.

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  CIVIC 4DR Special Edition - 2005 Honda Civic
  By Mark - February 26 - 1:43 am

  Large trunk for a car of its size. great little all round car. Wonderfull on gas without using the A/C. Special Edition sound system sounds great 6 cd changer built in nice touch easy to use controls for heat a/c etc. Everything in east reach of driver.

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  Hybrid since 2002 - 2006 Honda Civic
  By spock67 - February 24 - 3:06 pm

  I have driven Honda Hybrids since 2002 - never had a service call or a problem - amazing comfort, mileage, and it looks like a regular car -- get comments all the time from people in parking lots. Love this car (and the 2002 I still have)

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  Sold On Honda - 2001 Honda Civic
  By Krzyldy - February 24 - 4:30 am

  With commuting 75 miles each way, every day to work in bumper to bumper or 80mph to stop in a hurry traffic,2 major inclining sets of hills on the way, this is the car! Comfortable, roomy,sharp handling,efficient with gas and repairs.RETAINS ITS VALUE! I have a 96 civic LX with over 200K and still going with only replacing the battery and tires. First civic was a 79 and got 800K out of it! GO HONDA!!!

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  2008 Honda Civic EX - 2008 Honda Civic
  By BT - February 23 - 5:13 pm

  Fun car to drive. Easy to handle. Good vision. Like the dash and controls. Dont know real gas mileage yet. Radio is great. Navigation is superior to add-on versions. Hits the road very well for a vehicle this size. Value for what we paid is good.

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  It was Love at First Sight!!! - 2006 Honda Civic
  By Patricia - February 23 - 4:30 pm

  This car has everything. Reliability, comfort and safety. I looked at the VW jetta and i felt the drivin performance on the civic was much better. The illumination on the dashboard is amazing. Everything about the car is perfect. I would recommend this car to anyone.

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  1994 civic cx - 1994 Honda Civic
  By webster - February 22 - 12:23 pm

  i bought this car for $1400, i was looking for a cx, in red, a 5 speed, and only a hatchback. took me almost 4 years to find exactly what i wanted. 165,000 miles on it, burns a little oil but runs great. cant believe how much people are paying for repairs. ive replaced the radiator, used $25, fuel pump replaced new $40, turned out it was the fuel pump relay, $30. took less than 5 minutes to replace. want consistent 40+ mpg? get good radial tires and run tire pressure around 38 psi, and learn to drive. this car has plenty of power for the 1.5 liter 8 valve motor. run it with super unleaded, big difference, a few cents more but im getting as high 46 mpg and actually got 51 mpg on a recent trip. open a book people, learn to fix your own car, very easy to repair. i dont need ABS, or cruise control, seats are comfy but i dont weigh 250 pounds or move like a sloth. cupholders too small, dump the big gulp and get a bottle of water. of course the interior may break, its plastic, and it gets brittle, its almost 25 years old. parts to replace or repair are so cheap, it just make sense to buy a civic.

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  My New Honda Civic LX - 2005 Honda Civic
  By Steven Glatter - February 21 - 3:06 am

  I purchased my Honda Civic from Rick Case Honda in October 2004. As a former owner of a 1996 Saturn SL which was starting to show signs of needing more frequent repairs, my fellow coworkers recommended that I get a Honda Civic instead of a Saturn Ion because a Honda is a more reliable and dependable vehicle. I also checked Consumer Reports and they rated the Honda Civic as one of their top choices as a quality vehicle for about the same price of a Saturn Ion. I also did not particularly care for the interior design of the Ions instrument panel. The Honda Civic is a very reliable and dependable car for the money and I am very satisfied with my final decision to purchase a Honda.