Used 2003 Honda Civic Consumer Reviews
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DONT BUY A HONDA
Anonymous22, 02/07/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Front bumper chipping & rear trunk peeling. Body dents way too easily & has flimsy bumpers. Tires have terrible traction (firestone). Turning ratio is too small. Engine is gutless (no get up and go without redlining the engine). Dash always rattles when cold. Cheap cloth for interior. Substandard radio and speakers. Suspension and shocks are way to stiff (feel everything on the road). Small gas tank (fill every 3-4 days). Mats and trunk liner do not fit correctly for OEM. Transmission jerks when slowing down abruptly. Seat comfort is minimal.
Great Car
Jason, 11/30/2010
2003 Honda Civic GX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought the car new May of 03. I have 155,000 miles on it currently gas mileage has always maintained 33-34 no matter the driving environment.I have had all the schedule maintenance done by the dealer. I have replaced tires, battery etc... No problems what so ever!!! The interior material could have been a little better the paint is thin and the bumper paint is peeling like acid was poured on it.
A good car
luis, 03/28/2002
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
good car
Honda Civic 2003
Inrm, 11/02/2010
2003 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2004 with 32,000 miles. It has now 150,000 miles and still runs GREAT. Fuel economy is awesome. I drive a lot and I've taken my car everywhere and we've never had a serious problem with it. Of course, we keep it well maintained. The most serious problem I've had with it, was when I had to replace a part of the engine that cost almost $1,000 dollars. we also had to replace the radiator, but this is a very reliable car. I love it!
165,000 mile review
abigcess, 07/30/2009
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
i purchased it new back in '03. i now have a little over 175,000 miles on it. it's been the most dependable car. i still drive it hard... dirt roads, 120 degree heat, 1200 mile trips in 8 yrs. few yrs ago, i was rear-ended on the freeway resulting in some extensive damage, but still runs strong despite virtually no maintenance work on it.. so far, I've changed brake pads once, spark plugs once, air filter twice, and last few times, I've gone over 9000 miles between oil changes. haven't done any tune ups, alignment, radiator flushes, or clutch work done yet. I'm averaging 32-34 miles with 70/30 city/freeway driving.
Problems Honda Civic Transmissions
b2cmu, 11/08/2005
2003 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
My 2003 Honda Civic LX was a great car until 60,000 miles. It began to shake as if riding on rumple strip before toll booth. I took it into dealer, who said could find nothing. I took it in a second time when they heard problem and changed transmission fluid. I have now been told there is a honda advisory about transmission problems on all Civics which is coming to light and of great concern as they have no fix. I finally got dealer to admit to problem, still in the shop
The Truth
Chris, 08/23/2017
updated 03/04/2020
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
At 72k IMA battery goes out and they repair for free, it's the law. At 130k miles CVT transmission shreds to nothing. After spending $5000.00 on a new transmission the computers and IMA LIGHTS start lighting up and now you're in a death trap with an acceleration of 0-60 in 60 seconds. HONDA COULDN'T CARE LESS. You know the 3% of customers that get screwed by corporations that are too big to notice or care? That's us!
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GREAT CAR
texashonda, 01/18/2012
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I think it's great. I bought a used 2003 4dr Lx with 119,000. And it works great and drives smooth...( Although I did notice my Transmisson stick was loose found out it was pretty common no biggy cost $15 at Honda.. **** I also feel a slight slip in the Trans but maybe im not use to it the Trans shifting ****
Almost didn't Buy...Thank goodness I did
mechwiz1, 08/11/2011
2003 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I will be short with this review. Les is more sometimes. I bought this car with 104000 miles on it. Dealer made me pay 9000 for it. To me it was worth every penny. The car after four months of commuting 120 miles round trip is fantastic. It now has 120,000 miles on it and i am convinced it runs nearly as good as new.
Worst Car I've Ever Owned
jmharrell, 04/21/2010
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Ditched the car as soon as I found someone to take it. Transmission went at 30,000 miles, and started to go again at 60,000. Honda was only willing to help until 75,000 and then I would be responsible for each $4,000 transmission replacement. Only got 37 mpg because it didn't have the power to maintain higher freeway speeds in rural areas above 75 mph whereas my now regular civic gets 40-50 at those speeds. Avoid at all costs!
Very nice econo ride
Willie T, 01/12/2010
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased this auto when gas prices started rising sharply. My other 3 cars have V-8s, so I needed a daily driver that was economical and reliable. It took a while to adjust to the 4 cyl. and how light this car was. No secret these are compromise for the gas mileage. I adjusted quickly when I could fill the tank with 10 gallons and drive 300 to 370 miles. The best mileage I got was 37 MPG running 80 MPH on interstate and worst was 30 MPG locally. I also installed a set of Eibach sway bars that were well worth the cost. Over the past year and a half I have become attached to my little Honda. The seats are a little rough for long rides and it is a bit noisy but remember this is a econo car.
Excellent Choice
nikki, 03/19/2003
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Its been very reliable, and fun to drive. Its a lttle stiff as far as performance goes, but the fuel economy makes up for it big time!
What a great car!
MrWright, 07/04/2002
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Maybe I am still in the honeymoon phase, but I love this car! I can't say enough good things about my civic hybrid. The styling is very attractive, it is loaded with many standard features that would have been options in other cars, ie. all power windows, locks, cruise, power steering and brakes, a cd player, even floor mats! The MPG is phenominal. I average 47 MPG on my daily 90 mile commute to San Francisco (over the Altimont Pass!) Had my first oil change and found out that it costs more for hybrids--even at the dealership--because of "special oil" and a little extra labor time. It was only a few bucks more, which I save on gas anyway.
Outstanding car
John Harley, 07/06/2002
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have only had this vehicle for two weeks but I love it! It is so smooth driving it and you will not believe how quiet it is. I don't know about gas milage yet because it still has a half a tank of fuel. it is showing 270 miles. The auto transmission is great. You never feel any shifting like in a regular auto. great car
No complaints
PA commuter, 07/19/2009
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Sorry to hear about all the transmission problems. I have 83k on mine and no signs of auto tranny slippage. Averaging 35mpg city and 40+ highway. I've found that if you drive above 70 on the highway, mpg declines dramatically. Bought the extended warranty in august of 2003 and never used it. Only complaint is that I'm replacing the brake pads every 25k miles without intensive use.
Satisfaction Survey for my 2003 Honda
Judy Flanders, 11/04/2010
2003 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased the car prior to this car six years age, a 1996 Toyota Camry, at the same dealership, Phillipsburg/Easton Honda, and was very pleased with that car as well. I put my trust in this car dealership. I enjoyed driving my Toyota during my ownership. This car, my Honda Civic, is so much fun to drive ( it has a sun- roof). Thank you for the opportunity to voice my review.
Transmission/Clutch Recall Info
ACRUMP, 07/17/2009
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
There was a recall on the transmission (Judder Slippage - the car rumbles when accelerating, esp noticeable going uphill). According to protocol, they have to do this "burnishing procedure" 3 times, at which point they will replace the entire clutch on your transmission (for free, under the recall). You also need to be under 100K mi to be eligible. My car is at 98K....they're just about to replace my clutch, so I'm very excited about that. Other than this one issue, my car has been running perfectly. I've been keeping track of MPG for over 10K, and I'm averaging 46.5 MPG. I'm absolutely thrilled (and confused that some people claim to get only 35 MPG).
Love it!
lilrabbi, 08/25/2007
2003 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a really great car. I have had no mechanical problems with it at all. On the highway (55 mph) my LX (not hybrid) gets 47 mpg! It is about 30 mpg around town. The only two problems I've had? The car is VERY noisy driving down the road. In the job I just left, I would drive three 1-hr roundtrips and two 4-hr roundtrips. It killed my back. My legs would be nearly numb when I got to work.
A great car
Huisonfirst, 06/29/2008
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I can't complain about this car at all. I even wanted to pay for my sales person's rotary fines for him. It is such a great car, especially if you know how to maximize the MPG. My average is about 50. I am ordering a sticker that says "60 MPH = 50 MPG". I am also ordering a sticker that says "Relax: U R in the Carpool Lane" for those who try to go 80 in the Carpool lane. To get better MPG, avoid using your brakes, i.e., don't rush up to that red light and brake! We can all save 10% or more by driving reasonably.
You can't go wrong in a Honda
nycdriver, 05/23/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This review may be biased since I've always owned Honda's (Civic '90 Hatchback, Integra LX '93, CR-V EX '99). Regardless, the 2003 CIVIC EX is a remarkable car if you were to drive it yourself. Honda reputation is alive and well in the 2003 Civic: performance, refinement, reliability, and value. Improvements over 2002 model are: center storage console with built- in armrest. Slightly redesigned tail- lights.
Honda Civic
new_civic_owner, 04/29/2003
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Honda Civic is a great economy car. The gas mileage is very good with prices being so high. The car handles very well but it is a little on the low end for acceleration. A great thing about this car is that the oil only needs to be changed every 10,000 miles. Another benefit comes when you sell the car, the Civics tend to have a really good resale value.
Grt Imprvmnts but still not quite there
Chris_pnoy, 07/28/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My parents recently bought a new '03 Silver Civic and the improvements over the '01 EX Civic that I drive are great! The car is so quite compared to the '01. It feels and more like an older Accord. The chrome accents were neatly placed and add a touch of upscale. The drinkholder looks better with the cover. The dash with the 3 blue gauges is great but the speedo is harder to read at 30, 50, 70, etc... The yellow on the dash is odd. The newer armrest works better because passengers get a small piece too. The rear headrests are great for taller passengers and the fabric is pretty cool.. It should also come standard with alloys, floor mats & side airbags.
Honda-happy
B. Krause, 05/27/2006
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Overall, this has been the best car experience I've had in over 50 years of driving. Handling, comfort, operating costs, mileage, and trunk capacity, all play in this product's favor.
ReadyToMoveUp
SJY, 08/18/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
There is no true power in this car unless you add your own, and thus void the warranty. I have had this car for over a year, with no technical problems. The panels are thin and you can expect many dings and paint scratches. There are many little irritants i have with this car, such as the ugliest interior fabric, the air conditioner stinks and blows warm air when on medium-high, the seats will easily "click" out of place. I am rumbling about the little things but swear by the Honda name. I want to move up to a Honda Accord EX in the very near future, Im just plain bored with the Civic. I just hope i dont put the money into something just like the Civic.
Great Car
RhinoKing, 12/16/2009
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is the best car I've owned. Honda continues to produce outstanding vehicles. So far I have only done regularly scheduled maintenance on this car. It's fun to drive and great on gas. I will definitely buy another Honda but it maybe a long long time before that happens since this car will probably last me a very long time.
COOL Car!!
Martin4s, 06/12/2002
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I really like the Car so far. I even did the Touch of Class option for the interior and exterior because I am impressed. 2000 dollar Fed. tax write off. It has a good take off punch (gets out of any intersection dilemas). Great Mileage. Is it reliable? Time will tell.. My first impressions are that it has Honda integrity. I am a previous Honda Owner as well.
Hybrid Civic Kicks Amps
--dave, 10/22/2002
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Not a muscular car especially, but a true performer in all areas. My favorite is the handling, which made my choice easy over the opponent Prius. The electric variable-assist steering is exceptionally tight and exact, and the rest of the car follows it superbly with crisp handling, stiff chassis and just enough feel of the road; very comfortable seats and interior. Instrument panel is accessible but not distracting while driving, and gives lots of feedback if you wish to maximize fuel economy or minimize emissions. Bravo to Honda for not underestimating our ability to understand and apppreciate the technical details behind the dashboard gages!
very nice and zippy
il318, 11/12/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
this car is a great buy. it is roomy and has a great trunk space for a compact car. the ergonmics are great. the seats are not the most comfortable, but they are good enough.
Good decision
egobop, 11/15/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had no problems whatsoever and have been rear ended once (by another Civic no less). The bumper had a scrape which has since been fixed. I only mention this because I have seen bumpers fall off of other cars from less. The fuel mileage is excellent. I average approx. 25 mpg. I have always been a die hard buy American guy. I became sick of working on my cars constantly and decided that my first new car would have to be foreign. When American companies learn to make reliable cars I may actually go back to them.
Fun and Useful
Honda Mark, 03/13/2003
2003 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am very pleased with my Si so far! This car is fun to drive & actually useful (5 pass. w/ real back seat headroom & cargo-carrying ability). My '92 Civic experience was enough to convince me to go w/ Honda again even w/ stiff competition. I am surprised that Honda didn't put a 6-speed transmission or a higher-geared 5th gear. The engine runs very smoothly, but it bothers me to see the tach pushing 4,000 rpm on the interstate! Rearward visibility is somewhat restricted due to the back seat headrests & blindspots on each side of the back glass.
Honda civic
dreamslav, 10/23/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great first car. Or second car. Or third car, you get the point. Im sold, its great all around!
A Solid Compact Car
Brioski, 03/12/2005
2003 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Leased it brand new a year and a half ago. I put on quite a bit of highway mileage the first year. It handled nicely on the 25-30 Mile commute to and from work. On much longer drives (>100 miles) the seats become uncomfortable and lower back support is poor. Performance is good for zipping around town by yourself. Get 2-3 people in the car and your enjoyment decreases greatly. Drive up an incline with passengers and get ready to give it the gas. Transmission is amazing, ultra smooth even under hard acceleration. Engine noise acceptable, but buzzy at higher RPM which you will notice because to get decent acceleration the car must gear down and rev up a lot. No real complaints
Decent car, but not worth extra $
Erik, 04/12/2005
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Not a bad little car. My major problem with the Civic Hybrid is that I seldom come close to the 48/47 mpg I'm supposed to be getting. It's usually around 43mpg on the dash and 40 mpg actual at the pump (the dash display is always off by 2-4 mpg). Still not bad, but this is the selling point so it should be considered a big problem being that the car cost a good $4000 more than other civics. Other than that, the brakes are sub-par, and leads to the occasional minor loss of steering control over bumps in the road. This can be a little scary when it first happens. I've had no real problems other than the car stalling once. Other than these things, it drives like any other Civic.
Go Hybrid Go!
Shaune, 04/25/2002
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is great on gas and costs so little upfront. This is the direction that all cars should be headed!
EX rules
E_mar, 10/22/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fun, sporty and powerful. I wouldn't mind a dual-cam engine or even another 50 horsepower, but the stock engine is still very responsive and can get up and go with low RPMs.
I LOVE MY CIVIC!!!!
abercrombiehoney, 10/22/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've never driven a car that shifts so smoothly, is easy drive, and is so much fun! I especially love the fact that the stereo controls are easy to reach and control so your attention from the road is not diverted!
My new car
Shortykins, 09/22/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for only a month now and so far I love it. For the price I got it for, I was very satisfied with the standard features it came with, such as CD player, sunroof, and VTEC engine. However, I do not like the fact that the seats constantly have lint on them, the car gets shaky once you hit around 70 mph, and that leather wasn't an option. Also, being short, I find that the headrests in the backseat do obstruct view somewhat. Aside from this, this car has exceeded my expectations!
car to get
Smooth rider, 10/24/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Smooth engin, power, ride, good design, comfortable interior and the most important safety. Little expansive but worth buying. This car is step before you purchase German Japanese Lux. cars.
Very reliable and cost effective car
Paul, 11/12/2009
2003 Honda Civic DX 2dr Coupe w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love this car. Since I purchased it I have spent a grand total of $30.00 on repairs. One of the sway bar links needed replacement. This car runs as smoothly as it did from the day I first drove it. Excellent mileage as well - 40 MPG on the hwy. My only issue is that the seating isn't very comfortable and after a long trip I have a bit of soreness.
This is my civic 2003
Superino, 02/10/2008
2003 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in November 2006 having 14000 miles, now after 15 months I have almost 28000 miles. Since I have the car I'm obsessed by the road noise. I put a blanket in the trunk and I changed the Dunlop sp20 fe tires with Michelin x-radial dt, big improvement, tires are not so noisy anymore and don't squeal on turns. Still if I ran more than 65 mph (sometimes less) I can hear the wind, if it rained I have the sensation that I have the doors open and I hear all the noise, when the water is splashing under the car it's unbelievable how clear you can hear it. The doors starts to shake when listening music with heavy bass. The car starts to shake when the AC is on. Noisy engine.
Hybrid
Cooney, 08/06/2003
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Civic Hybrid was an excellent purchase. I was a little disappointed with the mileage on the first tank (about 38mpg). I then let the real time mpg indicator teach me how to drive the car and to change my driving habits. The first 20000 miles I averaged 49.9 mpg. I get mileage ranging from 45-54 mpg on average per tank. It has certainly reduced my gas bill.
Like a toy car
terri, 09/06/2003
2003 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The civic is an easy car to drive and operate, I love it. You will feel bumps, but that is the only fallback on this car. It is roomy inside and I am not short, I have a lot of head and leg room.
more fun than a gas pump
jcpaciera, 09/06/2003
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
great mmileage, all instruments are in the right place cept for one. the gear shift can go into a low gear when you don't want it to and the site of the reading on shift lever is the only hard thing to find in the car. having no sound at stop lights is great. my oil plug came out while doing 55 mph and all went well.it shut down and wouldn't restart. i luv it.
Good car, but loud noise
maomi, 06/03/2003
2003 Honda Civic DX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got my new civic EX sedan and like it so far. I drove an old 88 honda Accord and there are no AC and radio in it. That's why I feel the difference immediately. Don't understand why there is only one cup holder for back seat people.
Honda Civic EX
W. Manchester, 10/22/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I can't get over the quietness of operation. The seating (driver) could be a little better. I'm older so the ride could be a little softer. Am quite pleased driving this car.
simply amazing
Pacobird, 08/19/2003
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
What a great car, you don't sacrafice anything only gain. I get 49.5 miles to the gallon highway and 42.3 city.
My best car yet...
Piet, 09/06/2003
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Having put 12,000 miles on my Honda Civic Hybrid CVT over the last 15 months, I can say I like it better than the 3 Audis and 4 Mercedes-Benz, bought new, that I had previously owned. (I traded in a late model M-B on the Civic.) Unfortunately, the Hybrid did not come with a moonroof, so I had a top-of-the-line ASC moonroof installed as part of the purchase order. (ASC is the supplier for the moonroofs that are installed at the Honda factories in Ohio.) This is one great car, as near to being environmentally sound as one could hope for at this stage of our technology.
Love this car!
Sam, 07/02/2008
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My husband and I bought this car back in 2002. It has been terrific and has had no problems! We are so glad we had foresight to buy a hybrid. It's really fun to drive because you can see how your driving effects your MPG (although it can be a bit stressful at times, too). We will probably never buy a non-hybrid/non-alternative energy car again.
Very happy with the Honda
bmondoman, 12/02/2009
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive with the stick shift. I drive 65 to 70 mph hwy & get 34 to 36mpg-70% hwy. Door lock froze & broke. Noisy bushings in front steering when parking-too expensive to replace. 1st set of tires wore away in 10 to 20 thousand miles. Loud cabin on the hwy. Plastic cover over dash gauges cracked twice. Car is good in the snow. Very reliable. Nice steering. Interior detail very nice. Trunk holds golf clubs and more. Quality detailing. No shoddy moldings. Nice map lights. Stereo sounds good w/good controls. Power to pass people on Hwy. Accelerates easily to enter freeway. This is my 4th Honda.
Clean Machine
McScarry, 11/25/2002
2003 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This Hybrid is a great city car and performs well on the highway. It is small enough to park in the tightest street spots, but big enough for my 6'3", 250lb boyfriend, or 5 silly girls on a Saturday night. Trunk is big enough for a set of golf clubs +. It handles very well. Terrific turning radius. Very comfortable. Plenty of umph to get on the expressway or cruise to Ohio. I am getting 39-41 mpg. Love the safety features and that the cd player and cruise control are standard, although the speakers need an upgrade. Did expect a little better gas mileage, and would have loved a sun roof. All in all, I love my clean machine.