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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  Great car! - 2002 Honda Civic
  By citygirl - July 28 - 10:00 am

  I absolutely love my Civic EX Sedan. I have not had any problems with it at all. I added the spoiler when I bought it, and it gives it a more sporty look. This is the second Civic that I have owned, and I can tell that my experience will be another great one!

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  Civic Si is a great hatchback - 2002 Honda Civic
  By Doire - July 28 - 10:00 am

  Buy one, but dont pay MSRP!

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  INDY-My New HIGH MPG Hybrid - 2005 Honda Civic
  By FR_Pilot - July 27 - 1:56 pm

  I purchased INDY because I wanted a car that was an environmentally conscious statement. This car is fantastic: sporty, high tech, great MPG, stylish, and fun to drive. I got the CVT model because my wife drives it and wasnt thrilled about a stick. Ive upgraded everything but the wheels. Changed the Radio to allow XM and IPOD. Nicely designed car, very conforable. Wish the seats had a little bit better lumbar support. Only option not available which I wish was possible was a sunroof. Apparently some wiring goes through the roof or so I was told so that a sunroof wasnt possible. They have it on the new Accord. I regularly get 38- 43 mpg though I dont drive for max mpg.

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  A utility car but still fun - 2001 Honda Civic
  By Aamer - July 27 - 2:44 am

  Civic is a great car. You can drive it forever. Its an economy car that makes every day driving tons of fun.

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  A utility car but still fun - 2001 Honda Civic
  By Aamer - July 27 - 2:44 am

  Civic is a great car. You can drive it forever. Its an economy car that makes every day driving tons of fun.

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  A SOLID vehicle with surprising quality - 2004 Honda Civic
  By Will - July 26 - 3:33 am

  Ive owned the Si for a year now, and its been a great ride. I love the car more now than when purchased it. Build quality is unbelievablet; interior quality is phenomenal(still not a SINGLE rattle!), and the exterior body panels fit so tightly that they are near seamless. The suspension and handling show their European origin (Sis are built in England). The stiff suspension, tight steering and solid chassis make for a remarkably stable ride. The hatch is very useful, and the interior is roomy. The car may appear funky in pictures, but its great in person. Sure, its not a bling-bling, super sexy, gimmicky car... but it IS a great car. I couldnt be happier with my purchase.

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  Great little car - 2006 Honda Civic
  By mrtuesday - July 25 - 8:03 pm

  Fun to drive, great comfort, and I love all the wonderful features, very responsive, cant wait to take a long trip.

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  Nice Car - 2004 Honda Civic
  By drowe - July 25 - 10:00 am

  Great car, quite peppy, holds the road quite nicely. Outside styling a bit odd (that is why I bought it!. More european vice Japanese. Built in England, but with Japanese quality. My only real gripe so far is the cars interior scratches real easy and the seat material should have been all cloth vice the mesh material used. I drive it daily as my work car and it does great. When I put the wife and kids in, we still zip right along, but prefer to drive with them in the Honda Odyssey. This is my car!

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  Only 25k miles w/ problems - 2001 Honda Civic
  By WIDEMIND - July 25 - 10:00 am

  Bought car brand new. Looked good, was fun to drive. Very soon after, bits of door panel kept detatching - particularly in the handle where a piece covers the screws to hold it in place.... it wont stay without glue. Comfort not all that great - was pretty peaved to find that only driver side had an arm rest. Material used wasnt the best. Just a typical interior design. Now at 25/k miles w/ rattles in dash. A/C could be stronger. Turning radius isnt very good. Older civics are much better.

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  Improvement over 05 - 2006 Honda Civic
  By Chief - July 25 - 4:13 am

  My wife and I purchased an 05 Civic Hybrid. The 06 is a whole different car. Everything that could have been improved on the 05 was addressed. The only thing remaining is more power but that may be the price of the great mileage. Were getting 44 mpg now in the very cold weather.