Honda Civic
Honda Civic technical data
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- Civic is Honda's best-selling model, with over 27 million sold by 2021
- In 2005, the Honda Civic received the prestigious International Car of the Year award, it has also won numerous other awards such as Motor Trend Import Car of the Year in 1980 and 2006, Semperit Irish Car of the Year in 2007, Kelley Blue Book named the 2020 Honda Civic Best Compact Car for the sixth year in a row.
The Honda Civic is a compact car that has been in production since 1972, known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and overall quality. Initially launched as a subcompact car, the Civic has evolved through multiple generations, becoming one of Honda's most iconic and successful models worldwide.
The fourth-generation (1987-1991) brought the introduction of VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control), significantly improving fuel efficiency and performance, and helping the Civic gain popularity among enthusiasts. The sixth-generation (1995-2000) continued to refine its reputation for efficiency and added more modern styling and improved safety features. The eighth-generation (2005-2011) was notable for its futuristic design, featuring a more aerodynamic shape and the introduction of hybrid variants, contributing to its appeal as an economical option.
The tenth-generation Civic, launched in 2016, marked a significant departure in design with a sportier exterior and more refined interior. It offered turbocharged engine options, including a 1.5L turbo engine, which provided better performance while maintaining fuel efficiency. This generation also improved ride quality, handling, and technology, with features like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and advanced driver assistance systems. The Civic is available in multiple body styles, including sedan, coupe, and hatchback, catering to a wide variety of customer preferences.
In 2022, Honda introduced the eleventh generation, which featured a more mature and streamlined design, with improved materials and cabin space. This version emphasized enhanced technology, safety features, and more refined driving dynamics. It retained the efficient 1.5L turbo and 2.0L naturally aspirated engines, and continued to prioritize a balance of comfort, fuel efficiency, and sporty handling.
In user reviews, the Honda Civic is often praised for its reliability, efficient powertrains, and overall driving experience. Owners appreciate the balance of fuel economy and performance, particularly in the turbocharged models. The interior quality and modern technology also receive positive remarks. On the downside, some users criticize the road noise, particularly in earlier generations, and the infotainment system can be a bit unintuitive at times. Additionally, the cost of some higher trims is noted as being relatively high compared to competitors in the compact segment.
Is Honda Civic a reliable car?
Overall, the reliability of the Honda Civic is average. The number of defects found on the Honda Civic during the annual technical checkups is about average for a car of its age.
Based on annual roadworthiness tests results, the Honda Civic generation produced from 2003 to 2005 received the highest reliability ratings, but the lowest reliability had models from model year 2001 to 2003, reliability scores vary quite significantly between generations of Honda Civic. For more information, check the respective generation information.
Honda Civic reviews
Total 24 Honda Civic owner reviews
Pros: Petrol / gas, from Italy. The only downside - the gas equipment is put in Italy and here in Latvia no one can connect to the brain of this type of equipment (started switching itself from petrol and gas). All this time since I have used the car, I have done nothing more (nothing !!!) than brake maintenance (replacement of pads, discs)! And they are around 185,000 km!
Cons: A bit of a rattling of panel, but this is probably due to the fact that the car has been damaged. Rear view camera turns on slowly
| Purchase year: | 2015 age of car 7 years) | Owned for | 185`000 kilometers (5 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.1 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Very good driving characteristics dynamic and manoeuvrable. Good power-to-weight ratio for dynamic handling. Reliable car, easy to repair, good engine and suspension. Stated repair costs were required to maintain a car in good technical and visual condition, aiming for an ideal condition.
Cons: Poor sound insulation, expensive parts. Bodywork should be inspected to avoid corrosion defects, rust
| Purchase year: | 2008 age of car 16 years) | Owned for | 13`000 kilometers (7 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 2075 € (~ 296 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Allegedly it was one a a few hand built in Japan, it has never had a engine or clutch problem, it retains the same clutch from new. I have owned it from new 30 Noveember 1997. Today the paint is fading, it was suggested today, 21 November 2023 Brindley Honda Cannock who sold me the car wish to use it for a Honda Marketing campaign.
Cons: None to my knowledge
| Purchase year: | 1997 new car) | Owned for | 70`000 kilometers (26 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Visually attractive and stylish, even beautiful:) Mild, comfortable interior Good original audio system, Roomy trunk by folding chairs can sleep in car.:)
Cons: Rear visibility is not so good because of the design of the rear window, but you get used to it, very quickly.
Probably quite low, you have to drive more sensibly, but you get used to it
| Purchase year: | 2017 age of car 5 years) | Owned for | 25`000 kilometers (0 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: A good safe, durable car. Comfortable seating, luggage capacity is also great, lowering chairs have driven a lot of long boards.
I had VW, Ford, Opel and another one Honda - Honda is 10x better than others. I don't service this car very accurately, taking it to mechanic only when something fails completely, but it serves me very well.
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
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| Total cost of repairs: | 330 € | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Robust, technically reliable. A great design for the year. Good handling, firm on the road. Relatively spacious interior, also in the rear, capacity good enough for this class.
Cons: Lots of plastic parts on the outside, which are low and easy to wrap. Repairs are not very cheap. Suspension relatively hard, but it gives good handling.
| Purchase year: | 2011 new car) | Owned for | 120`000 kilometers (5 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 6.2 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: A sedan, great handling, powerful enough - a noticeable difference from the 1.6 petrol engine. Very economical, especially when using the ECO button - average consumption 8-9l with Autogas, 7l with petrol.
Cons: A very small detail - it would require a button on the tailgate to open (have to use remote control or a button in the cabin)
| Purchase year: | 2022 age of car 6 years) | Owned for | 25`000 kilometers (0 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend