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5 out of 5 stars

Best car I've had yet

Paul in Atlanta, 02/27/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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This is the best value on the road today. When I entered the economy car market for my 18 year old daughter, I figured we'd end up with a watered down econo-box. I was AMAZED at the sporty build and performance. Add that to 38 mpg on the highway, and you have a 'must buy' car. Maintenance is cheap and very infrequent. The interior has a sports car feel (somewhat like a junior version of my 2001 Acura 3.2CL Type S) and it's a joy to drive.

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5 out of 5 stars

A Surpising Hybrid

Peter Paar, 08/06/2003
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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The car is surprising for a hybrid. It is very resposive with more than adequate acceleration. I have been extremely impressed with how quiet it runs. Even on the highway at 65+ it is possible to have a conversation with out shouting over the engine. It is fun to drive and very comfortable even for my 6' 3" frame. Have had no problems at all with car in 5 months of owenership.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best Car - Honda Civic LX 2003 - Fun!

Mehul, 10/22/2002
2003 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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Honda Civic LX 2003 is very good car to own. Only one thing I don't like is noise on Highway. Need improvement - reduce out side noise. - add ABS I was Toyota's lover- Since last 15 years. This Year I have tested HONDA - It worthed to by Good quality car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Rita's Honda

RitaL, 08/06/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
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I needed a reliable car for a daily 2 hour/ 100 mile commute. Looked at the Toyota, but liked the looks of the Civic much better. Handles great, good gas mileage, and I feel safe in it. But kept my big SUV (Mountaineer) in case of really bad weather!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Civic Lover

Qt Wit Da Civic, 08/14/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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I've had my 2003 Honda Civic since November 2002. The pick up isn't as fast as I expected from a vtec engine. Its an attractive car and in general is the car is overall a good package. The price is good and the car is very reliable

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3.88 out of 5 stars

You can do better for the money

JohnnyK, 11/04/2009
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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My 1987 Civic was a much better car: better MPG, rode smoother, was much quieter, had better ventilation through the dash and had more comfortable seats. This car is loud on the road (and I've had two sets of tires - my Jeep was quieter!). I can't stand how this thing locks itself even after opening the trunk, and the seats are more sporty than comfy. The stereo is nice. We just bought a 1986 Toyota pickup that rides better and is quieter as well. I'm trading this car in for a Camry or a Mercury Grand Marquis. Never again will I buy a Civic. Sure, it's reliable, but so are most cars these days. My friend's Accord, not much better. Sorry Honda.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Real good "little" car

Civic Minded, 10/22/2002
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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This car is only two weeks young at the time i'm writting this but the early feeling is this is a pretty solid compact car.It handles reel well and has more pep than i though it would have for a 4 cyl..My only complaints so far are drivers seat headroom the radio and road noise.I'm 6' tall and with the seat adjusted all the way down my hair just touchs the headliner which is a little annoying so i have to recline the seat back a little more than i like. As far as the road noise is concerned a change of tires will probably take care of it. Last but not least the raido. Weak,weak,weak.If you like a sound system with balls this one will need an upgrade.

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5 out of 5 stars

WONDERFUL!

Sara121582, 08/13/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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10's across the board for me.

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5 out of 5 stars

Honda Civic

malo, 08/14/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
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A Honda Civic is a good economic car for a student. It has good gas mileage and I have not had any problems with it besides the crappy Firestone tires that came with it.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

All doubts vanished

BSB, 10/28/2002
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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I was skeptical at first about performance and comfort, but after one test drive all of my doubts had been resolved. There is plenty of room for taller drivers (myself 6'3"), and with four adults riding along with the A/C full blast we were still able to comfortably pass other cars on the freeway. I've received many compliments on the blue/silver color of the exterior, along with the styling and brightness of the dash. This is definitely a good car to pick up if you need a high-mileage vehicle that will save you some gas money year after year.

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