2007 Honda Civic Consumer Reviews

Did not meet my expectations

Written by: Brad on 11/02/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Civic Si 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M)

Review

I want so badly to love this car, but I just can't quite do it for a few reasons. I traded in a 98 Prelude Sh and ordered this car from the factory as soon as I found out about its existence, but it's not the four door replacement for the Prelude that I'd hoped it would be. First, the transmission issue is incredibly frustrating. Second, the emergency brake jabs me in the knee. I know this issue may be limited to me, but it's not a good feeling when you purchase a brand new car and it makes you limp. Third, the build quality is not up to par with the other Hondas or Toyotas I've owned. It's a great looking and the performance is unparalleled for the price but it's not perfect.

Favorite Features

V-Tec! The Scream of an 8000 rpm redline. The smooth crisp handling. The un-killability of a Honda four-banger.

Suggested Improvements

Pretend the people purchasing your car will be over 5'10". Not sell cars with broken 3rd gear.

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Honda is poor quality

Written by: Mike Aron on 10/25/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I have taken my car to dealer to replace the following since I leased it: 1. The battery. 2. The stereo, 3. Transmission torque converter. 4. Steering wheel peeling off. As you can see HONDA HAS DECLINED QUALITY lately and reliability is 0%. Plus dealer doesn't supply you with loan car.

Favorite Features

Shape, color, style.

Suggested Improvements

Definitely needs better quality of all mechanical components.

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Look for something better

Written by: seang on 10/19/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Decent car but not worth the $. Poor radio, poor ride quality and extremely loud interior. I'm 6'-2" and fit comfortable in car. Ergonomics are good but the position of the e brake is bad and uncomfortable on leg. Good thing is I got 33 mpg average. On long highway rides, almost 38 mpg. I got sick of the road noise and harsh ride and traded this car in. You can get more car for the money. I traded mine in for a Legacy. For $2K more, you get all wheel drive, awesome radio, awesome ride.

Favorite Features

Fuel economy and ergonomics of inside car. Loved the small steering wheel and heads up display. Very modern interior.

Suggested Improvements

Insulation from outside noise. Better ride quality. Few more horses.

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Very good, but not for everyone

Written by: David87 on 10/10/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe w/Navigation System (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I like the car but it's not for everyone. This car is better suited for someone who works at an office, college student (with some cash or daddy) who will mostly use it on freeways. I average on long trips on the highway around 36mpg to 40mpg going at 65 to 70mph. I drive kind of aggressive so I get around 25mpg mixed driving. I work at a shipyard so I'm always dirty and carry stuff with me so having a 2door is impractical. Also I'm 6'1 and this car is kind of low and with the moonroof there is not much head room for tall drivers. Also legroom is a bit short. Other than that it drives very good, looks great and many aftermarket options. I have projector lamp and L.E.D tail lights. Test drive it.

Favorite Features

Digital sppedometer and dash. Interior looks of very good quality. 4-wheel disk brakes (better stopping). 2door, looks sporty and young. Seats are more supportive and better looking than the sedan. Steering wheel (better looking than the sedan) side door shape (again better looking than the sedan).

Suggested Improvements

The parking brake gets on the way for tall drivers. Gated Shifter stick ( not in a straight line) VSA, better navi. NAVI IS TOO EXPENSIVE! For $1000 you can get one that plays DVDs, instead of paying close to $2000 (factory) for something that is limited in features. More colors and more options.

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Happy with it...

Written by: steve76 on 09/10/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Drive a round trip to work of 140 miles. We get 41 mpg with synthetic oil at 70 mph. Not 1 problem, car has 83,000 miles. Fun to drive, enjoy the great mileage and for the price is unbeatable. Tires will make it to 100,000 miles. Bought some comfy seat cushions. Downside is road noise but really not a problem. Makes you smile everyday with the mileage and we take 6-8 hour trips on vacation. We are in our 40's too.

Favorite Features

Tight steering, great mileage, reliability above all, resale value, purchase price, fun to drive. Airbags all around.

Suggested Improvements

Seat cushions and road noise.

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Very Good Car

Written by: Mike on 09/07/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Over all, this a very good car. 32,000 miles on it and no major problems. Love the sporty handling and steering. The gas mileage is good. Bad sun visor design. The glue that holds them together seems to melt in the sun. Had to replace tires @ 20k but that seems to be the norm for most makes now. Driver's seat needs better thigh support.

Favorite Features

Atomic Blue paint. Alloy wheels. Exterior styling. Small steering wheel with radio controls. Solid, sporty feel. Good gas mileage.

Suggested Improvements

Better speakers. Interior plastics scratch easily. How about offering a power driver's seat?

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115,000 and runnin it like I rent it

Written by: Shane on 08/29/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Review

This is a great commuter car. However the only downfall is the light back end makes it slide in wet or slippy conditions. Runs as good now as the day I bought it. It does like to eat back tires so rotate them and service your car (i.e. oil and rotating tires) no big expenses yet. IT'S KINDA A TIGHT FIT FOR A 6FT 200LB guy but it makes up for it at the pump...

Favorite Features

gas mileage

Suggested Improvements

ride noise and THE PARKING BRAKE CUTS INTO MY KNEE!!!!

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Technical/mechanical failiures

Written by: Andres on 08/24/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I bought this car because I was told Honda was a good brand and cars were durable and also the Honda civic 2007 has a very nice look. However, Just ONE WEEK after buying the car, the radio system started to mute itself very often, so I took it to the dealer and had to leave the car for two days there. THE RADIO SYSTEM WAS REPLACED. One year after, the car was hard to start in the morning and I took to the dealer at bayridge to change the oil and also to check this "little issue" and they had to replace the battery! Last week I took the car to the dealer again because it was shaking so bad when going up on a little hill and @ 1500 RPM. Guess what? The transmission had to be replaced!!!

Favorite Features

Look.

Suggested Improvements

Better mechanical quality. I think Honda is lack of quality now. They are not good cars anymore as I can tell from my experience. In three years I have been without my car for almost two weeks and even I have paid all the monthly statements as they came! Not fair at all. Also seats became loose.

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Good but not for everyone

Written by: David on 08/08/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe w/Navigation System (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I like it. The car is fun and during the night it looks like more expensive car. I do regret getting it with the Navigation system, DON'T GET A CIVIC OR ANY OTHER HONDA WITH THE NAVI! It was waste of money. You pay almost $2,000dlls for something that can't play DVD'S and no bluetooth. It works perfect, no complaints there but with less money you could buy something with more features. Since its a coupe and it has a moonroof (headroom decreases) its only suited for young folks with no family and who don't carry a lot of stuff. If you do get this car, buy it some projector headlamps and L.E.D tail lamps, waoo! It looks great! I'm getting around 25mpg, but I drive hard. Best mpg its on the highway.

Favorite Features

Most of the interior, doesn't look cheap. Love the digital speedometer, especially during the night. Looks very sporty especially with black rims and projector lamps. V-Tec very good mpg if you cruise a lot on the freeway. 4 WHEEL DISC BRAKES.

Suggested Improvements

Better and cheaper Navigation system. My car car color was a dark gray but you can't get it with black interior is a must. Standard fogligths, mpg gauge, gated floor shifter or/and paddle shifters.

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Not bad, could be better

Written by: John on 08/05/2009

Vehicle

2007 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

Review

I have had only a few problems with it. The electric motor at low speeds jerks the car until you stop accel or accel faster. I did not expect a sports car since this is a hybrid but driving it in the NYC (only got 25MPG in city) and highways (35-40MPG) a car like this is unable to get out of it's own way. This has caused me to get hit once since I could not get away from someone coming up behind me even when flooring it. I avg about 39-44MPG on my 30 mile one way to work and back. Car does not handle well even with new tires. AC does not seem to cool as much as I like, gets warm on auto stop. Road noise is horrible at 40+. Sound system is blah. Expected more overall for $26,000.

Favorite Features

Interior, dash display, Blue color is very nice, headlights are good, good MPG, safe, very easy and predictable to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Put a more powerful electric motor in, better sound, better handle ablility, better key transmitter, knock off some road noise, auto start, engine stays on when car is in park...Study the Prius hard Honda, you got a good car here but really need to step it up in every way.

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