Value car, and it's beginning to show it
The doors do not stay propped open when I am unloading and unloading children.
The driver'ss side lock will not accept the key. I am forced to crawl thru the passenger side to unlock my door.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 5th November, 2010
Great little sporty coupe
- Slight creak in middle front dash since I purchased the car, when driving over small bumps on the road.
- At speeds above 120km/h, some odd creaking noise starts near the front driver's side speaker.
(These are minor. They do not bother me but I had to write something!)
I knew exactly what to expect when buying this car, and it was everything I ever asked for. Read all the reviews and youtube test drives of this car before buying.
Handling is sporty, suspension is stiff but comfortable for a daily driver (which mine is, I drive 35,000kms annually) Interior quality is great and looks nice for a base model car.
Gas mileage is good. Better than rated. I'm getting 28-29MPG driving somewhat aggressive, and have reached 33MPG, doing mostly highway and shifting below 5k rpm's, using only 91 octane.
Now for my favorite part. The K20 engine and trans. It LOVES high rpm's, and the 6spd shifter paired with limited slip diff is one of the best I've ever experienced; SUPER smooth and precise. Acceleration is below avg compared to rivals such as the Mazdaspeed3 or Cobalt SS, but I'm happy with it.
Also mods are endless; tons of possibilities if you're into that.
Downsides: Paint chips and scratches easily. Back seats are tight for leg and head room, but still functional for short trips. Runs on 91octane if that's a problem for those gas saving misers out there.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 27th October, 2010
Bloody uncomfortable for the slim driver!!!
The Civic seats are the WORST ever!!! First they have been sculptured for fat asses, so slim drivers just slide around in them, and second they cause massive right hip pain. The back of the seat by contrast is very good.
All else I am very satisfied with, especially when going past a semi tractor trailer on the freeway in the rain. Most cars end up with the wash blinding them when passing a semi. NOT with the Civic! Somehow with its advanced aerodynamics, the rain goes anywhere but on the windshield.
So Honda, to win my support back, you had better provide a better driver's seat for comfort versus economy. I am sure you have the know-how to come up with a great supportive and ergonomically designed seat that doesn't cost an arm and a leg unlike a Recaro.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 15th June, 2010
Attractive car -- horrible ride
Tires - Goodyear RSA's wore out quickly. Replaced tires with new ones.
4 wheel alignment.
New rear tires feathered.
Replaced rear shocks.
Another 4 wheel alignment.
Car is quite nice looking; gets lots of compliments.
Not often do you see one with leather and a sunroof.
Interior fit and finish is very good.
Gas mileage is excellent.
The only real problem I have is that ride is very harsh. I mean bone jarring harsh on some surfaces.
It is not overly powerful, but typical for a car in this class.
It makes me smile every time I have to fill the tank; it really is economical to drive.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 27th May, 2010
I am the original poster.
The car now has 163000 klm on it. Still looks good inside and out. Have gotten used to the ride, although it is not really impressive.
In one year and 84,000 klm, I am on my 3rd set of rear tires. This is not counting the 6 months I drive with winter tires.
Have done 4 wheel alignments in one year, plus replaced the shocks. Last winter on icy roads, the rear end 'wandered" around, it felt very squirmy, and that is with Michelin X ice radials. There is a feeling that it is about to spin out of control. 4th wheel alignment revealed toe in was not proper. We'll see how it goes this winter.
Basically, I get the feeling that Honda didn't take into account that people would actually drive these cars when they were built.
I haven't had these kinds of tire issues, alignment issues and handling issues since my 1984 Mercury Lynx, which I traded off at 10 months old.
Gas mileage though is great. I do up to 44 mpg usually at 100 -110 kph.
The interior finish is WAY nicer than the 2012. They have really cheapened the new ones. Was thinking of trading up, but not since seeing them.
29th Oct 2010, 14:31
"Acceleration is below avg compared to rivals such as the Mazdaspeed3 or Cobalt SS, but I'm happy with it."
Are those two cars really rivals when they have a 66 and 63 HP advantage, respectively, over your Si? I'd say they are both a step up in performance for sure!