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4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars

Diamond in the Rough

Sammy B, 07/07/2008
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I got this car brand new. Nothing bad except for my older brother tearing up the clutch after only 40,000 miles, but that's his fault not the car. This is car has so much potential no one knows about or understands. A lot of people think the civic is another foreign car thats saves gas. Did you know most of the parts on the civic are made in the US than there are on a cavalier? I don't think an American counterpart can compare to this vehicle. It may not be twin turbo-ed, or have a supercharger, but the VTEC can get the car to keep up with many others out there.

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5 out of 5 stars

A++++++

Eric Y., 05/10/2002
2002 Honda Civic DX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I love my AMERICAN HONDA CIVIC, it's got 56000 miles on it, haven't spent a dime on repair bills and 13 dollar max at the gas station using the most expensive (91 octane) gas. The power and acceleration is very quick for an economy car. I kinda feel sorry for the people that drive gas guzzling domestics with costly repair bills, hehe.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Frugal Fun

Furgz, 06/01/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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My choice came down to this car or the 2003 Toyota Corolla. Decision became easy because there are few Corollas on dealers' lots. On the other hand, my local Honda dealer had the models and colors I wanted. They made me an offer I couldn't refuse. Overall, I am satisfied.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

Struts and Springs over and over Again

Brian Shoots, 07/30/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I have been selling new Hondas for several years and have never been disappointed until this 2001 LX sedan. I have had squeaks, creaks, and rattles since day one. I believe all the springs and three of the struts have been replaced to no avail. My first two Hondas were stellar; this one has been dreadful. Gas mileage has hit 40 on extended drives, but hovers around 27 with gentle city driving.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

02 Civic, best for this gas price

HondaGuy, 07/03/2008
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car almost 2yrs back, and driving 2000 miles a month on an average. And it meets my first criteria, be fuel economic. I was getting 33-34 mpg couple of months back, and now after the raise in gas prices I try to drive it efficiently and which gives me a 40-42 mpg. I have an ideal drive to work, in an almost empty highway. I haven't put much money on it, but never missed any regular maintenance appointments.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love my Honda

Geebo, 08/06/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had the car for about 3 months now and I love it. It's by far the best car that I have had thus far. It handles well, it has excellent pick up, and I feel safe (especially with the crash test results). The only negative thing that I can think of is that the car is light. You won't find yourself all over the road, but you can tell that the bumps push you to the right or left a little. All-in-all, I give it a 9.4 rating. I wouldn't trade it in for anything else out there on the road.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Awesome car

RocketMan, 08/04/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I've driven this car back and forth to work 40 miles each way, 5 days a week, for the last 1 yr+. Pros: Awesome mileage (AVERAGE = 38) for any car, nevermind an Automatic!!!, tight suspension (contrary to what I've read) in that I can hug a well-rounded 90 degree turn at 40 mph, car exudes quality (kicks ass on any of the 3 Fords and 2 Toyotas I've had). Cons: Stereo sound just so-so (needs high quality bass-response for the EX), road noise (a bit loud for my taste), no center arm rest (the one that it comes with is a joke!)

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Very impressed

phillyg_16, 12/20/2008
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased my civic w/ 105k miles and have put 50k miles on it since. I love it. It handles very well in the snow (we get lots in MI), and gets great mileage (an average of 32 city & hwy). It's been very reliable. It blows my mind that it has 155k miles on it and it still drives like it's new. Plus, I put 12 gallons of gas in it and it takes me 400 miles.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Good transportation, not exciting

dmelgar, 06/04/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Nice car, but not as good as I expected. Safe, adequate transportation but lacking on the excitement scale and not built as well as I'd expect. Quality, reliability and assembly as not very good so far, not what you'd expect from a Honda.

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5 out of 5 stars

Awesome Car.

MegOnToast, 04/03/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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You cant go wrong with this vehicle. Gas mileage is awesome. Very peppy for a 4cylinder, thanks to the VTEC engine. I love driving it everyday. Thanks Honda World Westminster.

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