2003 Honda Civic Consumer Reviews Page 3
Fuel Economy
25 - 41 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(544 Total Reviews)
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Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought this car in 2002 and it has been very reliable until it hit 100,000 miles. The transmission slips terribly, I took it to a service station and had it flushed thinking that would help but no such luck. The service manager said he's seen several Hondas with bad transmissions lately. My first Honda was good for 180,000 miles, died when I wrapped it around a pole.That's why I bought another one. But this one's transmission started acting up as soon as it hit 100,000 miles. What happened to you, Honda?
Favorite Features
Easy on gas, zippy, very cute and I love the stereo.
Suggested Improvements
Passenger window motor replaced twice & is acting up again. Work on transmissions & window motors. Glue that holds upholstery to your door would be nice. Mostly work on that TRANSMISSION!
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
JDM
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I love my 03 civic it hasn't given any problem since i bought it i'm reaching the 80,000 mile mark and the car is still running great I've made significant performance upgrades to enhance my driving experience the car overall is great whether your just buying it as a regular day car or a tuner car. Hondas are great.
Favorite Features
Vtec
Suggested Improvements
More hp in stock engines, navigation.
It's OK but some issues
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 3 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
Review
The car has been very reliable. I have had to replace the driver's side window motor twice now, I hear others have this issue as well. Like some of the other reviewers, min is at 99,000 miles and my transmission is starting to act funny. I hope I don't have to replace like they did!
Favorite Features
35 mpg isn't too shabby, love the radio, motorized side mirrors are very helpful when annoying guy gets behind you, tight radius is great, pretty reliable transportation
Suggested Improvements
Window motor on drivers side, transmission, including me 3 people w/Civic have prob w/upholstery on back doors coming loose, shifter light shorts out. Drivers seat is uncomfortable for long period driving, give us some lumbar and some leg space.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
best mileage out of a totally gas engine
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I've got a 2003 honda civic ex coupe totally gas engine 1.7 L 5 speed i've got about $200 worth of upgrades in it, trust me its totally worth it.. I'm getting avg 44 mpg on the highway and 37 in the city, it's got a cold air intake with a ram air inductor new exhaust, came stock with 2 mufflers, now it has one straight pipe with one straight muffler, plus a small performance chip, i go within 3mph of the speed limit and when I'm coming up on a stop or going down hill i kick it into neutral. i can get between 550 and 650 miles per fill up depending on how i'm driving, i always fill up b4 the gas light comes one
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
replace the exhaust system, put a cold air intake with a ram air inductor and an Intake Air Temperature sensor chip, it'll cost around 200 for everything but the money you save in gas is well worth it
4 out 5 people found this review helpful
Really enjoyed this 2 door EX Coupe
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I had my Honda Civic for 5 years but just recently sold it so I could get a 4 door (got little kids). The car was very, very reliable and I only had a little over 51,000 miles on it. I never had any mechanical problems with it the whole time (knock on wood). I always changed the oil (myself) every 5,000 miles and made sure to change Air Filter (15,000 miles). I made sure to check the tires monthly as well. I got anywhere from 32-33 mpg around town with some highway driving. For straight highway trips I averaged around 36 on the last one. If you take care of this little baby it will take care of you. If you decide to sell your Civic, sell it out right as the dealerships will hose you.
Favorite Features
The color, style, very sporty looking. Had a lot of get and go.
Suggested Improvements
Seats weren't comfortable on long rides compared to the Accord. Would suggest they use that type.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
2003 Civic Hybrid Many Problems
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I have 180000 miles. Changed all fluids religiously. Had to replace clutch, transmission in Feb 08' and now IMA battery dying. $7000 worth of repairs. Very bad engineering solution for folks who care about the environment. Stay away from this vehicle...
Favorite Features
Not much when it only has a 180,000 mile life cycle.
Suggested Improvements
New design for clutch, transmission..
2 out 5 people found this review helpful
2003 Honda Civic LX 4dr 5spd
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Got this car 5 months ago and basically love it. I've had no problems with it thus far, and have adjusted my driving habits to pull in an average of 43 mpg (40 city, 47 hwy). Recommended car for anyone.
Favorite Features
Blue dash lights, interior design, and fun to drive. and gas mileage.
Suggested Improvements
easily scratched, gotta do something to fix that...
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Love this car!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl 5M)
Review
My husband and I bought this car back in 2002. It has been terrific and has had no problems! We are so glad we had foresight to buy a hybrid. It's really fun to drive because you can see how your driving effects your MPG (although it can be a bit stressful at times, too). We will probably never buy a non-hybrid/non-alternative energy car again.
Favorite Features
The gauge showing the current MPG and the other gauge that shows whether you're using gas or electric.
Suggested Improvements
Canada SIR
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I'm from Canada and bought Canada version of si hatch. Bought the car in August of 07, it's an 03. Nice car with lots of room had 3 people and snowboards inside. Would definitely recommend. Horn cut out about a month ago along with Cruise control. Brakes are great and so is handling. Stock rims could be bigger/nicer, I got aftermarket rubber and rims. Ground fx package is nice. Drives good in all weather, sunroof is good. Recommend winter tires. This is a great car with sporty handling, keep revs high and car is plenty fast. Great on gas and sound system is great for stock. Don't think I will ever buy anything other then a Honda. Car takes real
Favorite Features
shifter, interior space, sunroof, seats and steering wheel are by far the best part of this car
Suggested Improvements
A 200 hp engine would be nice (same as RSX type s not base RSX), bigger stock rims, lumbar adjustment for seat, armrest and second power adapter
0 out 1 people found this review helpful
A great car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I can't complain about this car at all. I even wanted to pay for my sales person's rotary fines for him. It is such a great car, especially if you know how to maximize the MPG. My average is about 50. I am ordering a sticker that says "60 MPH = 50 MPG". I am also ordering a sticker that says "Relax: U R in the Carpool Lane" for those who try to go 80 in the Carpool lane. To get better MPG, avoid using your brakes, i.e., don't rush up to that red light and brake! We can all save 10% or more by driving reasonably.
Favorite Features
stick shift
Suggested Improvements
Make driver seat more comfortable than the rest seats.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
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