Write a review on the Honda Civic 5 Dr Overall Review Rating: 8.6
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HAT 1.4i VTEC SE
My Honda Civic is a very reliable car, dont have any trouble with it (you wait it will break down now lol). I have had a few problems with the exhaust pipe. It is a spacious family car and very comfortable to drive.
Reliability, I do like the spacious boot space and how comfortable the car is. Not at all bumpy when driving along the road. I also feel safe in the car. It is a nice size.
Exhaust pipe could be a little better, apparently Hondas' are known for their bad exhaust pipes. I have had to have 3 so far, the last problem I had was the wire black hair coming out of it.
HAT 1.4i VTEC SE
I've had this car from nearly new (inherited from my mum) and despite long commutes for several years to Staines and Windsor and lots of around town driving, it still drives well. After 12 years the only things I've had to replace are the usual tyres and exhaust, and a battery last Winter as the old one had corroded. I go to my local garage rather than the main dealer, who was singularly unhelpful when I needed advice on fitting 3 car seats, and parts and labour are therefore very affordable. I've never had a bill over £200. My insurance is also reasonable now at around £300, although that may be because I reached 40 this year.
With 3 kids the inside is looking a bit tatty, and the outside has a couple of very small rust spots, but it is still going strong and I will almost certainly buy another one in the next couple of years. It isn't as eye catching as my old red Alfa Romeo 33, and has no pulling power or street cred. But my Honda is quieter and doesn't wake up the neighbours in the morning and has never left me embarrassed on the hard shoulder surrounded by smoke.
I love the various seat adjustments as I am short and often struggle to see over the bonnet and boot when parking and pulling out. The pockets in the back of the front seats are really handy for maps and things that the kids need on long journeys. The other handy well/pocket is behind the handbrake which is a perfect size for passengers to put drinks, sunglasses and tissues in.
The change pocket next to the steering wheel is great for loose change and receipts and my children haven't discovered it yet so it stays full for when I need parking money!
The heater is not particularly good and it takes ages to heat up. I would say it's getting on a bit now, but it was like this from new and I had it replaced last year and still have the same problem.
A heated front screen would be good for frosty cold mornings to minimise scrapping the wondscreen. Also electric window buttons would be better on the doors themselves rather than next to the handbrake. I always find the bonnet release hard to find, so a larger catch or auto release would be useful. Similarly locating the boot and petrol cap release next to one another means you quite often release the wrong one.
HAT 1.4i VTEC SE
Well I brought my present car about 6 months ago based on the fact that I've always brought Honda Civic. But this time I decided to come out of my shell and go for a sportier model.
I was extremely satisfied with my purchase. It took the reliability of a normal Civic and tagged on a sportier look and feel such that when I am driving the car, I still get admiring glances from petrolheads.
That not to say its a sports car, when you want economical driving it will deliver and compared to similar cars in its class the extras which come as standard easily make this the best value medium size car I have brought.
All of the extras such as PAS Electric windows/Mirrors and the 16 inch alloy wheels which easily could pass for expensive ones. The futuristic feel of the cabin which I love and suprisingly the size of the boot which looks deceptively small, but once the seats are folded it can carry a heck of a lot.
The front end of the car whilst it looks sportier, I would like it to be a liitle toned down so it looks like a wolf in sheeps clothing.
HAT 1.4i VTEC SE
This is my second car and I'm well impressed with the performance and reliability. I love the interior and the outer appearance. Fuel economy is not so great and it guzzled up like theres no tomorrow...that was the only downside of it.
The awesome look its sooo sexy and people stop and stare...wow I love the attention lol the performane is great too.
You need to improve the fuel guzzling problem otherwise everything about this car is faultless, well done Honda. I'll be back to buy another one soon.
HAT 1.4i VTEC SE i-SHIFT
I have the 1.4SE model in red on a 2001 (Y plate). It is a great car. I have had it for 3 and a 1/2 years now and I have had no problems. It is very reliable and gives good fuel economy. I have owned around 7 Honda's this has been one of the best. It is however a little underpowered.
Very good fuel economy. Honda's reliability! Quite nippy. Good interior everything is in the right place. Lots of room in the back. The gearstick location.
A little underpowered. Cuts out in cold weather when I haven't heated the car enough. Doesn't pick up very quickly. Not many storage compartments.
HAT 1.8i VTEC ES
This is one of the best cars I have driven. I was a bit put off on buying a non-British car for the first time, but I am glad I did. Certainly reliable and value for money. It looks like a car that will stand the test of time and British weather conditions.
Comfortable interior. Great heating system. The exterior trim and lighting look pretty cool, making it stand out in a crowd. Gear changes are smooth and fast.
Neater dashboard. Maybe there could be a better music system added, but that is not a big issue for me. Front screen heating might help too.
HAT 1.4i VTEC SE
A masterpiece of Japanese technology, comfortable and eco friendly. Good mileage and excellent comfort. The maintenance cost is minimal and drive is excellent. Accommodates my family of 5. A good car which can be trusted and can be driven in all types of weather and terrain. It is spacious and can carry a lot of luggage. The sound system and the air conditioning system is very reliable and can be trusted.
The drive is very smooth and comfortable. The seats are very beautiful and the ride is very pleasant. The car is having a good mileage. The acceleration is good and the brakes are very reliable. The car can be driven effortlessly.
Cost should be slightly reduced as the cost is some what excessive. The design is good but can further be improved by some more contours and attachments. The toe hook should be included as part of the car accessories as I had to toe my wife's car a couple of times. The battery capacity should be increased to avoid drainage of battery.
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