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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.
great on gas.........will save you money
ambernh, 05/31/2004
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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great car............will same you money on gas
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.
visability
b b mihuta, 07/10/2004
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I'm considering a trade in. I am 5'6" and have to sit on a pillow to see out the back and then the visability is less than optimum. The front is so lowriding that you have to park farther back from the curb so you don't scrape the front bumper. Also the front windshield posts seem to be placed in such a position that they can block out vehicles coming from the 2 and 10 o'clock positions. I only have 6600 miles on the car and really think I got better performance from my 1990 4Dr Civic.
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!
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.
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!
4 DR LX Sedan
Jim, 05/10/2005
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought the car for the gas mileage and the reliability I thought Honda had. the car is easy to drive around town and is fairlly comfortable on long trips. The trunk lid kept coming open while you were driving down the road. You would have to stop on the side of the road and close it again. The biggest problem with the Civic is cost of repair. At 84,000 miles the transmission went out and put us on the side of the road. I had it towed in and repaired it for a cost of $3602.35. If you have anything break on a Honda Civic it is very expensive to repair.
Great used car to buy
Cain, 05/19/2005
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Obviously, fuel economy was a major factor when buying this car - 35mpg / 400+ miles on one tank!! The only dislikes I have are the location of the side-mirror controls (on the dash just left of the steering column - hard to get to without taking you eyes off the road); road noise all the time; and driver seat needs a longer armrest. Other than those items, I am very pleased with this CIVIC. Great resale value if I decide to sell of trade-in too...
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!:)
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!
It's a very, very good little car.
Roma, 07/28/2005
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I've been driving a lot for about two and a half years. I love it. Never had a single problem with it. Never! After you get rid off your junks and buy smth. descent - you appreciate it much more. So, on a highway it gets 40mpg if I set it on cruise controlit at 72mph. In the city it gets about 32 mph. DX starts off much faster and stronger, but the EX is better on highways. When I drive more than 200 miles I start getting tired in the seat, but up to an hour driving - it's excellent. I would recommend it to anybody who wants reliability and a gas sipper. (Used to put gas into Crown Vic...). I wish I had more power, but again, you won't get the mileage you count on. It's a good car.
I love this car
Heather Rooth, 10/18/2005
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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My parents got me this car for my senior year of high school and for college. The car is in great shape despite some parking lot dings from careless drivers. I have 35,800 miles on it and never had a problem yet. The car runs beautifully no matter what the weather is like and the a/c is powerful and will get to the right temperature within 5 minutes of turning it on. The frame of the car will protect the people inside from almost any impact imaginable and I still snicker when I pull away from the gas pump with a full tank for less than $25. It's incredibly easy to handle and a great buy for any driver, but especially for college kids trying to save a little money. I love my car!
Great gas mileage
manny, 03/17/2006
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Its a great car on reliability and gas mileage. I was a little disapointed on the interior. It looks good, but there is a lot of plastic parts on the dash and door panels and after a while they get loose and rattle. It also needs more power, if you have more than two people in the car its really hard to get it going, especally on the freeway.
Tan LX
Buttercup, 03/21/2006
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Problems with suspension - won't stay aligned. Problems with computer that dealer can't diagnose... Car is rather underpowered, but gets great gas mileage. Problems with servicing, but this is dealer specific. Went to Honda consumer support with complaint and got no help - sided with dealer (computer problem issue).
Great Choice for the Accident Prone
OregonCivicOwner, 04/06/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I owned the 2001 Honda Civic for just 3 short weeks before I was hit by a Ford F350 going over 45mph through a red light. I was hit on the passenger side and although my car was deemed a total loss, I survived and if I would have had any passengers with me they all would have been safe as well. The side panels had minimal intrusion to the inside. I was not only impressed but I was grateful for Honda's superior safety features. I now own the 2002 Civic and love it.
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.
So far so good
wayno007, 04/05/2006
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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It is noisy,and the interior could be upgraded. However I like driving it, get a lot of compliments on it, and haven't had to make any repairs except oil change and two new tires. I added new stereo, alarm, remote start and tinted windows which adds nice extras. I plan on getting chrome exhaust, wider high performance tires and maybe stiffer suspension down the road. If you add what you want to this car and the reliability is there what more could you ask
I miss my civic!
civicmisser, 05/30/2006
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I miss this car! Unfortunately I sold my civic to purchase something else and have had so many problems with it I am looking for a new civic now. This car had great gas mileage, looked good, and had a pretty decent system. Shifting was smooth (manual) and the engine was very responsive.
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.
2002 Honda Civic
skeezicks, 07/30/2006
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought my Civic new. This car gets the best gas mileage ever. On trips I'm averaging 42 mpg! At $3.09 per gallon who could complain. Minor problems, stereo system died at 35,800 miles (under warranty), needed new battery at 50,000 miles. I have 53,000 miles now and will be trading in for a new 2007 Civic. Great car for the money. Gets better gas mileage than the Honda Fit!!!
Great car!
Milo, 02/27/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Great car!
5 year old Honda review
Croismoi, 08/18/2007
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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My car is 5 years old. It has 24K miles on it and makes a weird squeaking noise when I drive it slowly. Lately it has not been starting on the first try. I took it to the dealer and they could not determine what the cause was. I am now just waiting for the 2008 Nissans or Camrys to come out. My dealership now wants to charge a $99 diagnostic fee. Whether they find the problem or not. The fact that there seems to be an electrical short that might make me stranded somewhere really bothers me. I'm very disappointed in Honda quality and the dealership.
Honda Civic 2002
Pipo, 08/31/2007
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Overall, it's OK. However, after 100k miles, the transmission broke down. Without any warning. I don't know why. Price of parts are too expensive.
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.
Extremely Poor Quality
Nohonda, 01/09/2003
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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A rattle in the door was a bolt left in. Coolant drops below the min. mark when hot after 500 to 1000 miles (possible leak in the dash since we smell it) & their solution was to "overfill" it so I don't run out so quickly. It has failed to start several times for no reason. For 2 years they promise to set up a meeting with the factory rep. Other problems are missing welds, seat belts, body damages easily, the windows fog unless the A/ C, outside air and heat on,... and more. Honda has been tough to work with. Maybe I am upset since I had a 2001 HX that needed 2 transmissions in a year! I am selling the LX and buying something else.
2002 Civic Complaint
Judith Tillmon, 10/25/2006
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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We did not purchase the extended warranty at time of purchase the reason is I spoke to past customer and did research and I was comfortible with my finding. Current I am very disappointed the clutch has burned out in the tranmission. The mechanic stated this in a common problem with Honda Civic and he currently have two in his shop with the same problem. This seems to be a hardship and Honda need to evaluate this closely.
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.
good car for the money
pat, 11/11/2006
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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This car is a perfect station car. Good fuel , good reliability, good comfort.The one bad thing is I do not feel safe in this car , because it is so small.I know it got great crash tests but I still don't feel safe.
Honda is where it is at...
markycena, 11/13/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I have gone from owning a Acura to a Chevy, Dodge, Ford, and now finally back to a honda product. I can't believe the difference in quality... I WILL NEVER STRAY AGAIN. I love my honda!!!
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.
Good car, watch your dealer
jholdrid, 01/16/2003
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I have now had the car two months, and had zero problems. It cruises along with no complaints. It could use a little more power on the highway, but I did buy a small sedan, so I got what I paid for.
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
Reliable and comfortable
Happy customer, 03/20/2008
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a great car. It rides smooth and I haven't had any large repair bills to date. I've had this car 4 years and all I've had to replace is the tires and regular oil changes. I'm very happy with the gas mileage. I have had many compliments on this car from friends to mechanics. This is a great road trip car. I've taken it to a bunch of different States and even out of the Country.
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)
Excellent Car
tanya, 12/04/2006
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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My 2002 honda civic has endured my harsh driving with very few repairs. I drive over 35,000 miles per year and usually try to get places as quickly as possible. I have only performed routine maintenance on my car with the exception of wheel bearings on the front. I would definitely recommend this car to anyone!
D17a1
ivan c, 03/27/2010
2002 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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Well this is my first car, and all I have to to say is that it's great. I have only but 10,000 miles on it, and in total it has 49,000 miles on it. The only thing I wish would be better is it's speakers. The stock ones are truly horrible. Over all it is a good car just boring and not great looking.
Solid and Reliable
Ted, 12/27/2006
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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Solid performance but conservative styling sums the car up. I have had virtually no problems with it in almost 5 years of ownership. Mileage has been from 35 to 40 mpg in freeway commuting. Scheduled maintenance has been a big improvement - (much less frequently needed than my previous car). The ride is a bit stiff compared to my wifes Honda CRV.
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.
43mpg Road Trips
bigjj, 05/13/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I've owned my 2001 Honda Civic EX Sedan for almost a year and never got to take it on any road trips until last weekend. I averaged over 39mpg for over 2,000 miles of driving, including two trips through the mountains and some city driving. This is amazing noting my lead foot and the engine is tuned to create as little emissions as possible. Another amazing thing is the tranny doesn't go around always searching for gears on inclines. Just leave the cruise on and it takes care of the rest. On a quality note. This car has been flawless like my older Hondas. Can't get any better quality for the money.
Good value
jjpcat, 08/16/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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unacceptable suspension, especially the rear one. Not so comfortable front seats. Too tall. Looks unbalanced. In term of value, few challengers could come close. But you give up quite a lot of comfort for this value.
Puddle water shakes passanger side wheel
Nick, 02/12/2007
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a reply to an earlier post. I had the same problem as Scott...Does anyone else have this problem with the 2002, Honda Civic EX, 4dr, 5 speed Man. When driving through puddles the water splashes on the exhaust and has a loud noise, the noise you would hear if a car had no exhaust. As it dries, 30 seconds, it goes away. Honda knows of this issue and calls it a "characteristic of the car". They said not to worry and left it at that.
love my 02 civic
tnafg, 01/13/2004
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I fell inlove with this car. Everything is working great. Reliable ,love the overall quality. Eye catching,I will never drive any other car except honda(s). I have a 5sp honda and I'm really having fun driving it(smooth shifting), ABS works excellent. I like the exterior and interior design of this car(very roomy), but I prefer '99 and '00 when it comes to exterior.
I love my civic
SBIGGS, 12/30/2002
2002 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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I have had no major problems with my civic since I have owned it. I wish the front was more roomier, but other than that, great car!
Great value
Teddy, 04/28/2002
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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±?|·¶?nomy car with lots of tasteful styling. Gas mileage advertised was dead-on accurate. Original equipment tires are not the greatest with road wandering a problem. The ride is a bit jittery (tires?). The car is reasonably quiet with a great stereo system. The console seems a bit cheap looking with lots of plastic. the ergonomics of the climate controls could be improved a bit (small & hard to see) needs a remote release for the trunk needs at least two more cup holders in the rear
2002 Civic Review
Jim Katso, 02/21/2005
2002 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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After hearing how great Honda cars were, I decided to try one and have leased a Civic for 3 years. With my lease winding down, here are my thoughts: The engine is flawless, if I was a heavy commuter I would love the reliability and gas mileage. Though the engine HP isn't the greatest, nor is the car the most comfortable so its not like I would love to spend an hour in it each way without more power/comfort. It is very agile & would be great for city living with street parking. Problems that I have were more "annoyances" such as 1. Radio compartment door broke, 2. Airbag sticker fell off, 3. Plastic trim around both rear windows fell off, and as I got hit twice its bumpers are weak.