Used 2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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93,000 miles and counting
UncleTurbo, 03/15/2010
Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought my Civic new with the intention of keeping it until either it goes or I go whichever comes first. I was just short of 55 at the time and in very good health so I wanted a car with staying power, that was sporty, fun, and economical. So far, perfect choice. The Civic delivers super gas mpg, I get over 40 mpg on expressway trips and always over 30 mpg, and generally average 35 mpg. No repair issues; one strut replaced under warranty ages ago, front brakes at 75K miles, and otherwise regular maint. Handles great, VTec motors hits with more power above 3,500 rpm, a budget sports car. It can take 4 people anywhere in comfort with their luggage. Just a practical and enjoyable car.
Great Car But Has Transmission Issues
tinkbot, 08/12/2009
Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have a 2003 Civic and currently have 83,000 miles on it. I do all maintenance and oil changes as recommended in the owners manual. About 6 months ago I noticed the automatic transmission was having problems shifting from 1st to 2nd gear and from 3rd to 4th. Transmission is now having major issues accelerating and going over 60 mph. My mechanic says the transmission is slowly dying and has to be replaced. Cost will be around $3,000. WHAT!?! This car is only 6 years old. A transmission shouldn't have to be replaced before 150,000+ miles and especially not on a Honda. Honda what's happened to you? Buyer beware!
Real nice, but..........mileage.........
exGMbuyer, 02/10/2004
Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Handles good, everything ok, but I am not getting the gas mileage. I am averaging only 25-27 in combined city and highway. On highway only - 31.
Transmission Overhaul Needed at 78k
kmn, 03/12/2009
Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I haven't had any problems with this car until last month. The automatic transmission started slipping from 3rd to 4th gear and needs a complete overhaul. My car only has 78k miles on it. There is no way it should need a new transmission. The estimate I got from the dealership was around $3000. Stay away from the 2003 Civic! From what I've read, this isn't an isolated incident.
I'm wondering....
snowfrog, 02/11/2004
Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I like this car, but at 9000 miles, the front struts had to be replaced. At 18000 miles, the alignment is out and the front tire have to be replaced. I'm wondering if one has to do with the other.
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