2003 Honda Civic Review
Fuel Economy
25 - 41 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
If you're shopping for a small car and you skip the 2003 Honda Civic, you're doing yourself a tremendous disservice.
Pros
Fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly engines, roomy interior, reputation for durability, impressive crash test scores.
Cons
Antilock brakes not available on DX or LX.
What's New for 2003
A host of minor changes bring the Civic into 2003. On the inside, all models gain improved seat fabrics, rear adjustable outboard headrests and new four-spoke steering wheels. On HX, LX and EX Civics, you'll find improved gauge illumination. There's a new center console for LX and EX, and a CD player is standard for HX and LX. On the outside, the 2003 Honda Civic has freshened taillamps and new wheel designs. Also, there is a Hybrid Civic available for the 2003 model year.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Great Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Good gas mileage. With K&N Oil Filter and Castrol Syntec getting 35mpg at 70mph on 87 regular gas. At 55-65mph nearly 40 or higher mpg. Like the cluster gauge comparing to the the 2002 Honda Civic Ex or older.
Favorite Features
Cruise control at these speeds to the mpg. Another is to drive the 5 speed manual to get that gas mileage.
Suggested Improvements
Glare from the console above the radio. Do use 89 gas because I got lower mpg unless you want to.
All right at first
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
Review
This car was all right at first, just a little vibration due to a loose motor mount. The transmission went out 5 months later and it's broken beyond repair is what I was told. It'll total 3 grand for a new one and I need to shell out cash for worn left and right bushings, a leaky cv boot, and a new motor mount. Don't bother buying unless you can get it from dealer under warranty.
Favorite Features
V-tech engine, clear tweeters, moonroof, interior style
Suggested Improvements
Put in a decent tranny!
Long live the si
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
This car has been great! I've driven it for a few years now and I'm ready to buy a new one. The handling is great on cornering with the right tires. Acceleration isn't amazing, but hey it's a 4 banger. The only complaint is the cost to repair. Nobody has parts and most people don't even know what kind of car it is. If you're a young kid and you want something with low maintenance and fun to drive this is it. Or if you live in a city it's so easy to park. Great little car! Owning this car has made my wife and I Honda enthusiasts.
Favorite Features
The seats, the hatchback, Steering wheel, sunroof, tone of the exhaust, handling, cup holders.
Suggested Improvements
Acceleration, six-speed please, More aggressive body style, a little better handling, release the v-tech a bit sooner in RPMs.
My Little Honda!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
Review
My Little Honda and I have been on several road trips together and we have both survived!! She is a beauty and she is fun to drive. Her small size and get up and go helps me maneuver in and out of traffic very efficiently. Right now, she is at about 120,000 and is doing great!!
Favorite Features
my sunroof is wonderful and the interior dash lights. They are blue and everyone that sees them comments about them.
Suggested Improvements
a softer and more plush driver's seat.
Great on gas & safety, poor quality
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 1 | Fun-to-Drive: | 2 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 1 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
Review
This is the most uncomfortable car on the market; the seats are small and hard. The arm rests are rock hard. I've run into many quality issues such as the body metal is so thin, it wrinkles and dents almost if a bug hit it.
Favorite Features
Gas mileage and safety rating.
Suggested Improvements
More comfortable seats please!
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