By jlrob on 03/01/13 16:48 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2007 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Review
I bought this car used with only 25,000 miles on it.
It now has over 162,000.
First battery went out just under warranty of 100,000 so fixed by dealer at no cost to me.
Second battery did not even last 60,000 miles, warranty apparently expired as Honda refused to fix so I paid $2700 for the part plus labor, etc.
Whatever $$$ I saved with hybrid technology clearly down the drain.
Would never buy this car again.
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By peter_peter on 01/09/13 12:00 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2007 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I am very pleased with this car, except for as many consumers have already posted is the tire wear and the road noise. I do experience some transmission shaking when I am driving from a complete stop. This happens right around 15-22 mph. But if you step on the gas it isn't noticeable.
The MPG is great, I drive rather mello to max out my MPG's and I am getting low 30's consistently (30-34). The sun visor seems to break right at the hinge (2x), but over all this car has been good to me.
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By offroad87 on 01/05/13 17:42 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2007 Honda Civic Si 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
Review
Bought the car new in 2007 for commuting to replace a Camaro. Si is quick enough to commute and move easily in all kinds of traffic. It gives me average 23 mpg even when I drive it hard. Car is reliable, fun, and not so thirsty. Back seat space isn't that great for adults, but don't mind since I use it to commute. I will be repainting the whole car since the paint isn't that great. After 80k car has been reliable and looks like it will go for another 10 years.
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By jay4414 on 10/21/12 21:20 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2007 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I bought it new from the dealer and there is a water boiling sound from the engine and dealer wont do shit even though there is recall on same issue with other year.
Gas mileage and the seating comfort is very poor.
Trans shutters in from 1st to 2nd if you press the pedel slow.
Overall I like it but I do not buy another Honda due to their dont care customer service attitude.
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By vtwins on 04/29/12 20:01 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2007 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
Review
Had the car almost 5 years. Most recent mileage of 60/40 hwy city with a heavy foot netted the equivalent of 30 mpg or 7.72 L/100km. Not bad.
Yes, there were two recalls during my warranty period and one warranty work. No big deal. I just brought it in during my oil changes at the beginning. Now I do all the fluid changes myself.
Worries. One touch up stops about an inch from the top and comes back down. That was the warranty work. Just after the warranty it stopped again so I just hold the up button.
Other concern is the transmission. At 25km accelerating slowly, there is a shutter. If I accelerate quickly, there is no shutter. Yes, I've been changing the transmission fluid. We'll see.
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By ulmboy on 12/28/11 09:13 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2007 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
Review
After 15,000 miles my tires had warn down unevenly. I took into Tracy Dealership to point out hearing noise in back wheel. Told nothing wrong. At 18,000 miles noise worse so took to Stockton Honda and was told back right wheel bearing out. They replaced wrong side. Had to buy new tires. Took back to Tracy Honda and they replaced other back wheel bearing. Car still did not drive smooth. A lot of road noise. Traded in at Tracy Honda and would not give me blue book because wheel bearing problems. Even though I had a warranty for 100,000 miles they would not reimburse for having to buy new tires and did not give me a good trade in value. Will not buy a Honda again. Traded in for a Toyota Van.
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By tommyboy23 on 12/11/11 18:22 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2007 Honda Civic Si 4dr Sedan w/Summer Tires (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
Review
I bought my Fiji Blue Pearl Civic SI sedan brand new with 8 miles on it.
After 5 years and 50,000 miles, I'm still happy with my purchase, but I have had two major issues to deal with (see below).
Both issues have been handled to my satisfaction by Honda, but I didn't expect either problem from a Honda product.
Having said that, this is probably the most reliable sporty car on the market today.
I'm constantly asked "are you sure this car only has 4 cylinders?".
It's probably the best sounding 4 cylinder on the market today.
Honda also copied a lot of interior features from BMW, which makes it feel more upscale.
A small mix of interior components, however, feel cheap and out of place.
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By 96xlsnoble on 11/13/11 21:26 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2007 Honda Civic Si 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
Review
Coming from a 2008 S2000, The SI sedan has its cousin's genes (vtec/i-vtec feel and sound, 8000rpm redline, electro speedometer).Of course the AP2 has better seats.My Si has a few mods that enhances it's looks and performance and I love this car.It handles predictably and never complains for being FWD.It inspires confidence to push even harder.Cant argue that at this price point.Its no EVO, STI or 370Z Nismo, but its still fun to drive.
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By jamminjim on 10/20/11 10:07 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2007 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
Review
Before you purchase an 07 Civic, I highly recommend looking up the TSB's on this model.
I know, I know.
The car is dazzling, but do your research!
Defective rear control arms will cause the car to destroy tires.
A defective motor mount will give out on you causing severe engine vibration.
Visors have to be replaced every summer due to falling apart.
Engine block develops a crack after 50k miles.
Brake fluid leaks into hub bearings causing it to fail.
The plastic interior scratches and breaks easily.
Steering wheel's foam/rubber falls apart.
Car dent's very easily as well.
Some serious problems with this model.
I call shenanigans; this car is a lemon (a very pretty lemon).
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By nolander01 on 09/15/11 10:39 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2007 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Review
I use my 07 civic hybrid as a communter car to and from work. I average 35,000 miles per year and have had no problems. I do all the required maintanance ( most of it myself) and expect plenty of more miles to come. Intertior had held up strong with no issues whatsoever. All electronics work perfectly with no sign of impending failure. As for the IMA battery...I can tell it is going to go fairly soon. However, I do not plan on fixing it due to the nature of my driving. It will operate without an IMA battery, Just dont expect to get the accel youre used to. Overall, wish I would have purchased the non-hybrid version. But, I'll drive this one into the ground. Hoping that'll be a long time.
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