2008 Honda Civic Consumer Reviews

Si Sedan

Written by: Jerry Kaczmarek on 06/24/2009

Vehicle

2008 Honda Civic Si 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M)

Review

Fantastic car for the money. It's hard to have more fun for 20k. When driving hard, it just begs you to drive harder and punish it more! DON'T SHIFT!! Keep those RPM's climbin!!! Torque only kicks in after 5000 rpms which is its major and pretty much only flaw. 6spd manual is smooth with short throws and ability to slam gears with ease. Handling is a little snug but I experience a small amount of understeer at higher speeds. Steering firm and precise. Sound system caught me by surprise (standard sub-woofer) is actually good and ipod hook-up makes me forget about the 50lb cd case to lug around.

Favorite Features

Engine noise, the transformations from nice low hum to growling beast @ 6-7000 RPM's is exhilarating. Ability to drive as hard as I can without worry.... Seats are snug and comfortable for medium commutes.

Suggested Improvements

TURBO TURBO TURBO, without this improvement in the torque output makes me think that this may be my last SI, unfortunately because if the future models have 200+FTlbs of torque I'll stay forever. Plus a 5/6th gear worth something. Sorry, but a longer 5th would relegate 6th for better fuel mileage (HWY).

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2008 Civic Gas Mileage

Written by: RHA on 06/23/2009

Vehicle

2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

My 2008 Civic LX has 18K miles on it. Wintertime gas mileage around town is about 34, summertime 36-37. Today I filled up full and got 40.1 mpg with all around-town driving. With highway driving, using the cruise control and making sure that RPMs don't exceed 2,000 (so about 60 mph)I can regularly get 47+ mpg. If I increase speed to 65 mph, mileage drops to about 42 mpg, so I lose about 1 mpg for each mph over 60 mph I drive. I'm glad I didn't spend the extra money for a hybrid. This car is a gem.

Favorite Features

Gas mileage

Suggested Improvements

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I-VTECH do u?

Written by: jingoboy on 06/22/2009

Vehicle

2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Nice car, Bang for the buck. I love it and won't trade it in for anything. I love the ride except for creaking noise of the plastics when I drive at low speeds. Road noise is pretty high.

Favorite Features

Sunroof, leather heated seats, heated rear view mirrors, rear flat floor, Aux input, good mileage, nice trunk space.

Suggested Improvements

Move emergency brake location, auto off daytime running lights, power seats, use better quality plastics, reduce road noise.

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All Around Great Car!!!

Written by: Zero Gravity on 06/19/2009

Vehicle

2008 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

Fuel economy is great. The car gets about 33-35mpg in spirited driving and can do up to 42mpg if driven economically. I would prefer a manual transmission but the automatic performs very well for a commuter car. I always use 87-octane gas, Royal Purple synthetic motor oil and a K&N reusable air filter in the stock intake. I have a sub in the trunk and heavier speakers upfront that probably cancel out the mpg gains from the oil/filter. Worth it to me. Undoubtedly the car’s aerodynamic car- forward design contributes to its fuel economy as well, but the thick pillars front and rear cause large blind spots making lane changes a bit more risky than I’d like.

Favorite Features

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Love my Civic

Written by: Hondamom on 06/17/2009

Vehicle

2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

We bought our Honda EX new during hottest part of summer, and took it on vacation. Very roomy, 40mpg on highway, about 23 in town (very hilly where we live). Air conditioner, heater are fantastic. Is garaged, but even sitting outside in subzero temp days after getting off work, starts great! The car got around on snow and ice fine! Only thing I'd rather have is a higher bumper in front, I've scraped the bottom a few times pulling too close to a curb while diagonal parking, and on ice berms when slushy roads refroze. And backing out of diagonal parking spot when next to a long pickup truck can be tricky. But other than that, LOVE IT!!! Vacationed with 2 teenage boys in backseat, enough leg room.

Favorite Features

Sporty exterior, roominess, fuel economy, power for passing.

Suggested Improvements

Higher front bumper, larger back window, cup holders for rear seat occupants.

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40K Miles Review

Written by: Mark Tepper on 06/13/2009

Vehicle

2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

The Honda Civic is a safe bet but gets real old real quickly. I have had no problems with it so far but the car is simply boring.

Favorite Features

Average at least 33 MPG on combined HWY and City driving. Cool dashboard design and good exterior design.

Suggested Improvements

Pronounced Road Noise that will drown out any conversation with a passenger going over moderate and/or broken pavement. This car is loud!!!!!!! Front seats could be more supportive, thigh support. No XM radio option. Some cheap looking dash board plastics.

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Great Car

Written by: Todd on 06/12/2009

Vehicle

2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I was shocked on a highway trip to get 41mpg on the highway... far better than the 26 I used to get with my last car, a BMW. I am a tall person, 6'2'' and easily fit in the car. I love the sporty styling and well appointed ergonomics. This car has great visibility due to the huge windshield. You will ride very low to the ground... but I'm sure that has something to do with reducing drag.

Favorite Features

Style, gas mileage, interior design.

Suggested Improvements

A trunk and hood that don't require a slam to shut them.

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I love this car!

Written by: britt on 05/31/2009

Vehicle

2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

This car has been wonderful. It is very fun to drive and feels sporty. It passes very well on the freeway too. I was hit by a semi truck 3 months after getting it on I-5 on ice. He ripped off the whole right side. I was amazed how well the car handled during the crash and afterwords. I managed on ice w/o chains to not crash into the left wall. I think this is an amazing car and is perfect for family, or a young person like me for safety and sport. It gets fantastic mpg to. I recommend it to anyone.

Favorite Features

Acceleration is very fun and interior is very attractive and easy to use. The speedometer is great too - it tells you the exact speed. Pretty color blue too. The seats are comfy and radio is easy to use.

Suggested Improvements

Larger rear window.

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Fun all around

Written by: gile on 05/30/2009

Vehicle

2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I have had this car for 8 months now and I love it. I never had a fun car that I didn't have to pour gas in. I love the fact you can be lazy and ask yourself "should I stop and get gas today?" lol. The fact that oil changes are not needed until 5000 miles blew me away. The dash is fun and it has lots of contour lines for chrome. The hpp 17" aluminum rims are a nice touch. I have heard many good things about Honda and they are all true. I wish I never spent so much on Chevy's and Fords in the past.

Favorite Features

Dash, Style, Mileage and Performance

Suggested Improvements

Seats could be a little softer.

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Good choice

Written by: RichK on 05/30/2009

Vehicle

2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)

Review

I commute 160 miles round trip to work every day and have 48,000 miles on this one year old LX 4 door. Reliability has been great. I have gotten up to 42 miles per gallon on the interstate and it's not a hybrid. Cruise control is used and speed is usually around 70 mph. Visibility is good. The car is a 'quiet rider'. Passing power is adequate but there are some strange transmission noises which I'm told is normal. The OEM Goodyear Eagle tires are not wearing well, 40,000 mile are getting noisy and not holding up too well and will be replaced. Overall the car is great and looks good too.

Favorite Features

Gas mileage, handling and style.

Suggested Improvements

Emergency brake handle needs to be repositioned away from the driver's leg. Driver's seat could be a little more comfortable and a lumbar support installed in this model. Better OEM tire should be supplied.

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