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1994 civic cx
webster, 01/19/2016
1994 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
i bought this car for $1400, i was looking for a cx, in red, a 5 speed, and only a hatchback. took me almost 4 years to find exactly what i wanted. 165,000 miles on it, burns a little oil but runs great. can't believe how much people are paying for repairs. i've replaced the radiator, used $25, fuel pump replaced new $40, turned out it was the fuel pump relay, $30. took less than 5 minutes to replace. want consistent 40+ mpg? get good radial tires and run tire pressure around 38 psi, and learn to drive. this car has plenty of power for the 1.5 liter 8 valve motor. run it with super unleaded, big difference, a few cents more but i'm getting as high 46 mpg and actually got 51 mpg on a recent trip. open a book people, learn to fix your own car, very easy to repair. i don't need ABS, or cruise control, seats are comfy but i don't weigh 250 pounds or move like a sloth. cupholders too small, dump the big gulp and get a bottle of water. of course the interior may break, its plastic, and it gets brittle, its almost 25 years old. parts to replace or repair are so cheap, it just make sense to buy a civic.
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I hate to sell it!
Proud owner, 08/28/2010
1994 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought my 1994 Honda Civic hatchback brand new and only use to go grocery shopping and other local driving. It has approx. 43,000 miles on it and is in great condition. I'm thinking about selling it mainly for new and improved safety features. but I hate to let it go!
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A Classic Si
BigJim, 04/21/2002
1994 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The baddest car of all times
Beast car!
rid, 03/21/2010
1994 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
So this was a hand-me down car from my mom that got a 09 Honda accord. Truly this car is older than me but it doesn't seem like it. The car has a sturdy build and awesome feel when driving. The interior is a clean cut design and cant get any better. I truly think its built better than my moms car and I'm only 15. My car has over 200,000 miles in it and has a new engine and has been taken care of and its better than any coupe car out there today. its even better than the top fuel efficient car out there getting a top mpg of 46!
Great car
Jesus Vega, 12/14/2002
1994 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
3 years of constant driving an average of 45 miles per day never gave me any problems besides going thru a couple of clutches was never taken into the shop for mechanical problems only maintenance. The fuel mileage on this car is outstanding I usually filled the tank with 8 10 dollars and lasted around 360 miles a full tank. I recently sold my Honda, which after already having a new used Mitsubishi eclipse 99 still was hart broken when the happy new owners drove of in my Honda. I love my new car but after a month I still miss my Honda which never let me down.
Great Choice!
Karl H, 11/28/2003
1994 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Honda keeps it simple and puts the money where it counts most. Front brake pads lasted 92k miles. Replaced a cv joint and the horn at 96k. Still on first muffler. Great repair record for a 10 year old. Rides vary smooth and handles well but is under powered. Got 54mpgs twice on long trips with a tail wind. Can't imagion selling it, plan to pass it on to my daughter in four years.
The Seven Years Overview
Surly Luke, 01/12/2004
1994 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Build quality is better than my mother's 2003 Corolla, and the only problems ive had are some leaky gaskets and the front axles. The engine is unbreakable - im sure ive overrevved it more than a few times in its 244,000 km and it still pulls as well as it ever did if not better. Only flaw right now is that it has a bit of an erratic idle, but I think its a voltage issue. I have the DX engine (i checked the numbers on the motor - it's the 102 hp variant) so it feels like a 9 sec car, and it will laughably dust V6 Camaros and mustangs.
"Like a Go-Cart
AlexJDMcivic, 06/04/2008
1994 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased my new Honda Civic 3dr DOHC 1.6 vtec straight from japan. Right hand drive, good car had some radiator hose problems, good traction and good acceleration, vtec
Civic VX
truespeed01, 07/20/2008
1994 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Well I just bought my civic and I just love it. I get 40 mpg with its vtec motor under the hood. It has 75000 miles on it and orig bought it to do a motor swap. But the stock motor is so great I am gonna hold off a few more weeks and enjoy the great gas mileage. As far as the inside the cup holders are the worst ever your better off using the center console and the seat. The stock seats are horrible and I added some seats front a newer RSX type S.As far as the interior other than the seats everything is nice I also replaced the dash lights with led bulbs to brighten them up a bit. Car Is fun to drive and is a great platform to build off of. With the swap it runs 13's and gets 30 mpg.Yay crvtec!
first car
jrm, 10/18/2008
1994 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This was my first car, got it in high school (DX hatch, 5-spd). Not problem-free but I drove it hard, and it was a blast to drive (I now have an LS1 Camaro which is infinitely faster and more powerful but this Civic was so light it was just a lot of fun). Unfortunately this car was totaled by my sister about 7 years ago. Sometimes I wish I still had it. Gas mileage was an honest 27 city / 32 highway - real numbers not EPA.
Love this car X2
dakkri, 07/08/2012
1994 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have just purchased my second VX, a 1994. My first was a 1992 and I drove it until I needed a truck and traded it in at 168,000 miles. Bought this '94 after a long search for a later year model with the 2 airbags. My '92 got a consistent 47 per gallon highway with the A/C on, 50 with A/C off. The '94's mileage is about the same. No hybrid BS, no batteries to replace. This car is a great commuter car and still fun to drive. Cheap to own, cheap to repair, cheap to insure. I wish Honda would build a new version of this no hybrid, no weird looking, 50 mpg car.
VX's before Insights
moranec, 09/18/2002
1994 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
In the aftermath of Desert Storm, Honda came out with the V-tec engine, a marvel of automotive precision and efficiency. Putting it in the little Civic proved to be a winner for fuel efficiency. Boasting 45-48 MPG, these engines were turning out specs the new gas/electric Insights and VW TDI technology are only now surpassing. If zippy performance is a key to car enjoyment, forget the VX. It's mainstrength comes at the pump when years after year of ownership will be favored by stingy fuel bills. In an era of gas-guzzling SUV's, look for the VX model for a find that will reward you with reliability and incredible fuel efficiency.
Love My Honda Civic CX
Dianer, 01/01/2003
1994 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had my honda 2 Door CX since 1994, in which I purchased brand new. Kept the oil changed, and changed the timing belt after 6 years of ownership. Great car!
Nice Little Car
Rockhead, 01/10/2003
1994 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is an extremely reliable car. I bought mine new and put 268K on it before encountering the 1st major problem, transmission failure. It is a very underpowered car, gas mileage is excellent, comfort is average. Overall it is a good commuter car, or a 1st car for a teen.
163k and still going
YamInIA, 01/28/2005
1994 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i bought her used w/135K on her, and even tho the body is rough, the engine is fantastic. i change the oil, and am taking her in this month for the timing belt/w.pump r&r. i doubt its ever been done, and is recc.every 70K or so. i use this car to commute avg.of 150 miles/day, and it never fails me. handles well in winter conditions due to low/wide build. i LOVE the 5spd manual trans..is so fun, and good mpg too. I love this car so much, i'm putting about $1000 into her to get her looking nice and getting the engine to 100% performance. most would say it isn't worth it, but i bet its only used 1/2 its 'life'. hoping to get 300K+ before she calls it quits.
Honda at the Pinnacle of Quality
tommy thompson, 02/17/2005
1994 Honda Civic VX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Awesome mpg: 41/50 combined with 11 trouble free year gives the VX a hands down win in my book
Strong little car - highly recommended
driver in Atlanta, 09/19/2004
1994 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I got this car new in '94, and it has been with me through marriage and kids (though it did get demoted to 2nd car status with coming of the 2nd child). It is still very fun to drive and VERY reliable. Not the best highway car, but great for around town and quite OK for shorter trips. Rear hatch and fold-down seats make this a very versatile hauler, too.
Best little car I've ever owned
Joyce in Ohio, 03/20/2005
1994 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My Honda has 288,000+ on the odometer and is still going strong. The steering on this car is phenomenal. I have NEVER lost control, even in snow ice, on crowded highways and ducking clueless motorists. What astounds me is that I continue to get between 40 and 45 mpg, even at 11 years later and the engine does not seem to burn oil. It has never let me down and has only failed to start when I left the headlights on. Normal maintenance for this car has been really minimal (i.e., I ignored it).
Only Honda's for me
Only Honda's, 02/16/2006
1994 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have purchased hondas for the last 10 years started with a CRX and then purchased a 93 cx hatch and then upgraded to a 94 si hatch. Si is the way to go fast, fun and a pleasure to drive. I just traded in my 02 honda civic ex for a 03 honda civic si hatch and I love it, love it, love it. All hondas get great gas mileage and have little to none repairs. Worth every penny!!!!!
Great car as long as its a 5spd
Joe scooter, 08/07/2015
1994 Honda Civic CX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Rip the front seats out for after markets and hotrod the engine to get better torqe and generly more fun,lower to handleing needs and beat the crap out of it on your daily commute,,love this Honda,its a shame cars arnt made like this one anymore,the 94 civic is a lego the happens to be a very relable car,,love it
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Holds A Lot
Beverly, 03/25/2002
1994 Honda Civic DX 2dr Hatchback
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very Efficient interior space - use it to haul almost anything. Reliable. Won't bounce off the road when a big truck goes by. Stable at 85 MPH interstate driving. Interior holds up well - looks new even in the Florida sun. Original paint holds up well. Mine is a blue-green. Wouldn't change a thing!