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Satisfaction going from point A to B
Rob, 05/25/2009
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Excellent RELIABILITY is the bottom line here along with the NOTORIOUS Honda expected longevity makes it what it is, a great ride. Being a Civic it is not the luxury liner, but who wouldn't know that getting into it from the start? Works for me just fine as I am 5'10" 210#, anyone much larger would most likely make this model too small. Highly recommended for what it is. Change the oil, tires, maintain it as recommended and keep it clean and you will be a happy camper.
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.
2002 Honda Civic Lx 4dr/5spd
Pleased, 11/05/2005
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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This is our second Civic in 15 years, so far we our generally pleased with this car. Combined Hwy/city mileage is 36mpg, long trips it gets 42-45mpg. The car rides nice, handles nimbly,and has been very reliable. I'm 6'2" and I have plenty of room and comfort.The car is a very low maintenance vehicle and we'll probably keep it as long as our 92 Civic (245K and still going).
Heavenly Honda
Pageaut, 08/15/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I have just bought the Honda Civic LX. What a wonderful vehicle. It handles so nice, and looks great too!!! I had a Ford and it is nice to know I won't be putting thousands of dollars into repairs like I had been.
kansas city rock hopper
rock hopper, 01/28/2004
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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The front struts on this car went out with in 5000 miles. Dealer advise-- "you will be paying for them soon enough your self" A/C system not adequate on a hot day. FM/AM have different sound levels. Oil filter hard to get to. AT transmission down shifts too fast when cruse control is on. Sun roof rattles. Paint job is flakey and weak. Sheet metal dents if you look at it sideways.
Dupped
disappointedcity, 09/06/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I'm disapointed. I like the roomy interior and the dash display, but I find myself bouncing and clunking around too much on standard roads, listening to the rev of the engine too much and wishing for some of the Corolla and Sentra perks(CD player, more horsepower, a place for my change) I thought would seem less important once I started driving the more expensive Civic. Reliability seems lacking too because less than one week after purchase I have to take my car into the dealer because I'm having map light problems. I hope this car retains its value because I'll be trading it in sooner than the 10-12 years I thought I would hold onto it for.
update
Honda Fan 2, 02/01/2004
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Well, I posted a review back in May of 2002. To update, the car STILL has not had any problems. Yes, the road noise is still there, and the rattles and creaks are there. But reliabilty and gas milleage has been very good. On all highway, I have gotten anywhere from 39- 41MPG. But back in the city, it's been hovering around 33MPG. Over this time, I have gone on numerous trips, and drive everywhere and I still enjoy driving it!
Fuel economy and reliability
Liegeagain, 09/06/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car for my wife because she wanted it and it was the smallest car I could fit into without being extremely uncomfortable. We drive the car 70-80 miles per day on average (almost all highway)and average over 40+ mpg driving between 65-70 mph. Currently, I have 572.3 miles on this tank of gas and I need to buy some gas today. The ride is bumpy, but it has been with my last two Honda's I've owned. The Interior of this Civic is about the same size as my 1991 Accord was before this replaced that vehicle after 207K miles. If the car were a bit bigger, I'd buy another one to replace my car.
Great car!
Milo, 02/27/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Great car!
Honda Civic Ex '01
prasanth, 02/28/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Good. No complaints. But less fun.
review for a 2000 vs 2002 EX sedan
John212, 09/08/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I am writing this review for a 2000 because I think the 2002 is way-worse. Honda modified the 2001/2002 model and cheapened the components (like replacing the double-wishbone suspension with cheap regulal one). So, if you want good deal, look for a low- mileage 2000 model. It is probably the most reliable Civic ever made.
Hope all Hondas are this good.
Kurt Lehmann, 08/14/2010
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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We have now put 148,000 miles on the car and have only done regular maintenance with one exception. We had to replace both headlights due to cracks and condensation. The car's 4 cylinder is very adequate though has trouble going 70 up hill, but duh. Drives well in snow if you go slowly. Hoping to get another 150,000 miles out of it. The headliner has been coming down for a couple of years, but the rest of the interior cloth has been very durable. Honda dealerships have actually been nice to go to. We've had very good experiences each time.
Perfect for a 1st time driver
Smart Wins, 02/03/2009
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car approx. 3 months after I got my license almost 3 1/2 years ago, and I was smitten when I got behind the wheel. If your a 1st time driver, or a person who just wants a car to drive, and isn't concerned with "fun" driving this car is 100% perfect for you. But for myself, now I want more power, and huge fun factor when I'm driving, so off to the '08 G35x
Civic review
Pinger, 03/02/2002
2002 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Great handling, feel, solid, comfortable and probably the lowest cost of ownership for any car on the planet (if including resale value)
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.
Good car
Amit B, 03/02/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I have been driving it for a couple of months and am really enjoying it.
Hondas are good..
hc_ca, 07/06/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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So far, Ive got 2000 miles on my black LX. I like it very much! It handles very well, is stable, safe, and accelerates just fine. Its very comfortable to drive and most accessories work flawlessly. The ac can take forever to cool a hot interior, but when the interior is cool, it works great in any weather. All the controls are also very easy to use and have a good feel. A few things on this car need a little improvement, but overall Im very satisfied. Defects from day 1: -off center steering wheel (fixed under warranty)
I wouldn't take my decision back
jillcb14, 02/11/2003
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I love this car. I couldn't decide between the Honda, the Corolla, a Saturn, or a VW, but this was the best value and I love it.
Good Car - Not Perfect
AtTheLake, 02/11/2009
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Drive train and suspension are rock solid after 135K miles. Great gas mileage. Would buy another, but can't say the car is total nirvana. Had little things go wrong, fuel sender and interior light switch malfunctions at 40K and more usual stuff fail later on, but overall a decent little car.
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.
Good Basic Car
digitalox, 09/15/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Got the ex w/ side airbags for 500 below invoice plus my trade-in. Its a good car, and seems really solid. I'm happy with my purchase.
Honda Fan
Asa in Atlanta, 07/26/2008
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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We bought our 2002 Civic EX in Sept 2005 to replace my 1990 Civic EX that had been wrecked. The 2002 Civic had 85,800 original miles and now has 148,200 miles. I drive an average of 1800. This car has been excellent mechanically with no major problems. Gas mileage has been fabulous for an automatic: generally 33-34 in mixed driving. I averaged 36.5 on a 2500 mile trip in 2007 driving 65-70 mph. Only con is noise. I recommend putting premium tires on the Civic. My performance and handling greatly improved; the noise diminished as well.
Great car!
citygirl, 09/17/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I absolutely love my Civic EX Sedan. I have not had any problems with it at all. I added the spoiler when I bought it, and it gives it a more sporty look. This is the second Civic that I have owned, and I can tell that my experience will be another great one!
Once Reliable... Now Not So Sure...
Sean, 07/15/2009
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car from my sister over 5 years ago (she bought it brand new). I've always been on time with the scheduled maintenance and haven't had any huge repairs other than the timing belt and water pump combo repair that cost about $1400. But NOW... some days when it starts, it will idle very rough and can barely climb hills. The engine seems to be misfiring even when I drive during any driving conditions. Brought it to the local shop and they can't find anything wrong. I feel very betrayed by my Civic just because I've always done the maintenance on time. Changed the spark plugs and ignition coils and still runs like garbage.
Good Car
Shahidm, 09/24/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Good car overall. Could use some more power. Good overall handling. Great year end pricing. Got mine for $12,110.00.
Good overall but quality lags
Chavalier, 08/20/2003
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I found a 2002 EX - that was traded-in with virtually no miles on it. I like it very much - I had a Civic Hatchback for nearly 10 years with virtually no problems and was so inexpensive to run. I do like this car it suits my needs is larger than the Hatchback I had. I test drove a 2003 - hated the new dials and found the engine to be noisey. So far with the '02, I have few complaints. I hope to have it for another 10yrs - unless I can find a good RollsRoyce cheap!
quality
dberg, 07/14/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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STIIL THE BENCHMARK FOR SMALL CARS.HIGH REV VTEC A BLAST TO DRIVE. GET RID OF THE FACTORY FIRESTONES AND PUT ON A PERFORMANCE TIRE THE DAY YOU GET IT!
Mixed Feelings
deejay, 09/26/2003
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Faulty cab light was replaced by the dealer. Vinyl molding by the drivers side gets loose and have to be pushed in place. Defrot only with the AC on is very irritating. Sometimes fails to start for no apparent reason. Brakes jerk when applied hard. Apart from that, fun car to drive. Paid a high price. I have owned both domestic and imports, Ford to VW to Toyota. I believe this is the best.
too loud
grego, 05/25/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I have 26000 miles so far and no problems. 2 recalls so far. Tire noise was bad when new, but after 25000 miles it became unbearable. new tires put it back to when new. I still can't hear the engine over the tire noise on the highway. The car is fun to drive if you wear earplugs. performance is ok for the category of this car.
not that bad for a little car
CommuterMan, 01/12/2005
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I prefer larger cars, but living in the city and wanting something fuel efficient led us to get this Civic. After getting rid of the stock Firestones, this car is reasonably comfortable driving around town, has enough room to drop off the kids at school, and isn't embarrassing parked next to my boss' Mercedes. My gas mileage isn't as good as I expected, averaging 22 mpg, mainly because I have a short daily commute across town. However, on long drives to my in-laws, this baby get almost 40 mpg.
Very Satisfied so far
rick217, 07/19/2002
2002 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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A very good car in it's class. Engine and transmission are smooth and so far flawless on my car, power is quite good considering the car class. Ride is a little stiff,the road handling is excellent despite the mediocre stock firestone tires. My a/c works very well even on the hottest days. Interior finish and trim is also very good. Reliability to date is excellent unlike previous cars I,ve owned
Fantastic Car! Go and get one!
Denise, 05/01/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my 2nd Honda Civic. My first one was a 1994 EC coupe. I bought a 2002 EX sedan this time and I love it! This is my first new car and it is great! The gas mileage can't be beat. They have really done well from the 1994 to the 2002. I love the seats that you can do the height adjustment - this is great for short people! The dealership that I went to were helpful and friendly. I got a below invoice price and the person I worked with (mostly on-line and by phone) called me up to let me know that the car I wanted in blue was the last one that they were going to get. I was able to go and get it that day!
Accord Jr.
bclov, 03/04/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Comfortable daily commuter that can easily be used as a primary vehicle. Very dependable. Almost same size as the Accord for thousands less. Decent power, mileage and styling.
a good decision
paathiker, 07/23/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I needed to replace my 92 Maxima with a bum tranny. My wife suggested we go to our Honda dealer and see the used Hondas and take advantage of the great certified used program. We saw two 2002 Civics, one EX and one LX each with 8,500 miles. The LX drove basically the same. I am very pleased with the deal Bobby Rahal Honda gave us. After factoring in a hefty trade, I think our actual purchase price was around $13,500. I think this is a good deal for a 2002 Civic with 8,500 miles and a better warranty than a new Civic. I do miss the V6 and ride of the Maxima, but my wife says I can drive the Accord if I need that big car ride again.
i only buy hondas
MICHELLE c, 12/16/2003
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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although i have a 4 cylinder it rides very well very economically sufficient for my needs has lots of child saftey features.
2002 Honda Civic Ex 4dr
luvmyhonda, 05/30/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Although I have only had my Civic for a few weeks, I am really impressed with this car. It is a good balance between comfort, economy and performance. This car will certainly not win a drag race but even with the a/c on it still has enough power to keep me happy, not to mention that on my first road trip it managed to get almost 41 mpg! The ride is supple and well controlled. The steering is nimble and the turning radius is short. The automatic transmission shifts smoothly and does not bog down or search between o/d and 4th while ascending a hill. The interior is laid out well and feels like good quality to the touch.
02 Civic EX 4 door
Patrick Grubb, 08/16/2005
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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This car was my first, and lucky for me, it was new. I chose this over a Nissan Sentra SE, but I should have waited for the 2002 Sentra SE-R. This car has held up pretty well, except for a couple interior trim issues. The nighthawk black pearl paint has been the worst paint I have ever had experience with. My mom's black 98 Maxima with 85,000 miles on it looks better. It has been extremely reliable, never broken down, great gas mileage getter, which is beneficial for me, being a college student who frequently travels home. Resale will be good compared to other vehicles when it will need replacing. Ho-hum performance and tiring seats on long drives, minimal front leg room. (I'm 6'2'')
02 Civic 4dr Ex
whyliecuyote, 07/29/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Great car! For the price and Honda quality this car is a great buy!
honda civic '02
Air, 01/13/2004
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I love this car, no complaints at all. This car is great. But my only concern is the exterior design,'02 is not really bad at all, but would rather prefer '00(s) exterior design. I also have a '00 EX coupe and I love the exterior. Would recommend it to every body who likes value and reliability.
Good car
stephen, 05/04/2006
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my second Honda. I can't say enough about this car. While it could use about 25 more horsepower, it has very precise handling and has good road manners. Have had no problems with the car, just keeping up the regular maintenance. Gas mileage is great (29 city and 36-38 highway). At 6'3", I'm corfortable in the drivers seat (and back seat to when needed), though there is not enough foot room on the front passenger side. For such a small car, the trunk is huge. I would buy another Honda after this car.
Silver Paperweight
PDBob, 01/14/2004
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Its a good car, but more like Ford than Honda. Picked it over Elantra for reliability and crash test data, Elantra more comfy & powerful, better stereo, & $3-4K less. Handling sucks (drive a new Corolla). Window regulators shouldnt break from normal use. Paint chipped after 100 miles! Only gets 25MPG! Headlights dim when driving. Trunk dumps water inside when opened (from lights on trunk). Gas & brake petals too close, knee hits steering wheel. Right foot needs more room (have big feet, bigger shoes). Headrest makes better door than window, blocks rear view. Sun visor clip too tight. Driver door creaks. Ridiculous oil change procedure.
Good but not up to Honda standards
jim4nier, 12/14/2005
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Very good vehicle over all. We were disappointed in a few things and annoyed at a few others. We've owned other Hondas before and this one isn't up to Honda standards.
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.
Such a good car but still needs refining
vw_ev, 10/21/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a great (economy) car! The gas mileage is an obvious plus, engine power is adequate, brakes are excellent, steering is tight and the handling is nimble. What things needs improvement? Interior fit and finish is marginal is some areas (instrument cluster looks cheap, and some plastics dont fit very tightly). Secondly, the automatic transmission (should have gotten a manual...) is horrible! Its shifts are way too slow for this type of car. It resembles that of an old grandpas car than a sporty economy car. Overall however I am very satisfied with my purchase!
LX to EX
civic17dude, 10/29/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Great Car! I bought mine 3 days ago. After driving a 98 LX for a year, I finally decided to upgrade to a 2002 EX. I immediately noticed a major difference in performance, handling and interior/exterior styling and detail. 200 miles and not a single problem yet. Its a HONDA so I shouldn't be surprised, or expecting any soon. I absolutely love my civic!
A quality car
rstuart, 07/03/2008
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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We bought our Civic a year ago used and it has been such a quality car. We have the 5 spd and it regularly gets 30 mpg in the city. We have not had a single problem with the car and it is 6 years old already! The interior is high quality, especially considering this used to be Honda's entry-level car. Yeah, it isn't the most comfortable car to ride in or the most quiet, but after a while you don't notice it anymore, or you just naturally forgive the car because it takes care of you at the pump and by not breaking down. If there is one thing I would change on the car, it would be the A/C. It just can't cool the car down on a day when the temp is over 100 degrees. Our next car will be a civic!:)
Happy Driver!
Honda Fan, 05/12/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had my 4 door 5 speed for a short while. I enjoy it. I have driven quite a few 5 speed Honda's. Compared to the old 1.6 L Civics, this engine actually has decent torque between 1500RPM-2500RPM (even compared to a VTEC Del Sol). Good back seat spacing, big trunk. It's not easy to fill up all the space.
Great Car
Dustin_Samuel, 11/03/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my 2002 Civic for 3,000 miles and absolutely love it. I went from a '96 minivan to this and wow what a difference. Obvious improvements in gas mileage and reliability; I don't why I stuck with the van for so long. 5 speed's got plenty of kick. A little problem with misc. rattles on right door and windshield visor. Plenty of room for transportation in back seat and a surprisingly large trunk.
Do your homework and form your own opini
mortgageman, 05/01/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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upfront this may not be the cheapest car to buy, however down the road it will retain more of its value then any other car in its class and it will give you the least amount of repair headaches.
Solid as Usual
TomDalldorf, 03/06/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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The 2002 Ex replaces my 96 Accord LX which I racked up 120,000 miles on in 5 years. It is just a comfortable with better fuel milage. The engine revs high, but for the price it can not be beat. I am very happy with it. It is by far the best bang for the buck out there! You can get more, but you must pay a lot more.