Used 2003 Honda Civic Coupe Consumer Reviews
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Buy one for reliability
carterpuma, 06/19/2013
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
29 of 31 people found this review helpful
I struggled with constant repairs on domestic cars for years before purchasing this car. WHAT A DIFFERENCE. Bought at 47K miles in 2007 and now have 120K. In that time only ONE thing has ever gone wrong and that was a sensor that only cost $150. It just blows my mind how reliable this thing is. This car is such a smart choice and can be found for under $5K atm. Will be one of the best vehicle investments you ever make.
Still running with new parts
Bigtaka1, 05/17/2010
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I bought my civic used in 2005 with 37K miles and now have 158K. I have been a stickler with scheduled maintenance and have averaged between 33 and 38 mpg. I go on long drives once a month and it does well, but the seats are uncomfortable and you feel every pebble and crack and on the road. I replaced the ignition coils at 120K, the clutch at 153K and the head gasket replaced at 155K, which was hard to diagnose as the symptoms lead you to think the issue is elsewhere (overheating and heater malfunctioning), and the dealership was clueless. Otherwise it has been good to me. I would recommend buying this car, but if the miles are high look for one with new head gasket!
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Love it still
civic man, 08/10/2010
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I got my 03 civic in may of 03. My car now has 145,000 miles on it and the only thing I have done is change the tires, brakes, and batt. The power lock does not lock my driver door anymore but not to worried about that. I still get about 32 mpg in town and 40 on the road. I could not ask for a better first car, after 7 years I would not even think of trading it. Amazing car!
Mixed review
mixed review, 07/09/2009
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought new in 9/03. Front passenger strut failed at approx 4k. Clutch started making squeaking noise at 25k. At 60k had clutched inspected, not an issue that has to be fixed but would cost $600 to eliminate the squeak. Driver door lock worn out at around 60k making it embarrassing when trying to get in the car if I actually locked the door. Cheap paint chips and scratches easy. Dents really easy. Not having ABS is a little dangerous, and the car for being so lite weight lacks breaking power.
Over 271000 miles and still going strong!
Zach, 04/26/2018
2003 Honda Civic DX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car around 2012 with 120000 miles on it. Best decision I ever made. As long as you keep up this car it will take care of you. The transmission fluid is still the color it needs to be and the Engine oil doesn't have have a burnt smell. I've only had a couple of electrical problems out of the alternator and battery cables. I changed the catalytic converter cause it was bad with the manifold sense both pieces are actually attached together which is great cause you replace two major components for the price of one. The car is pretty simple to work on which is a plus also. Heat and Air still work great also and tires seem to last forever on this car. All in all this car has been great for me.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
It has survived me so far with 200k+
C Read, 03/11/2010
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I've enjoyed driving the car, mileage is great, especially since I drive a lot of miles, but I have had my problems with the car: alternator went at 90k, the trans had a bearing go at 135k (replacement required), paint started peeling at year 4, ECCM (computer) went at 197k, the fabric on the doors started coming off (glue degraded). The engine is still. Though this car hasn't been as worry free as hoped, but with the high mileage accumulated as quick as it was, I would say it has handled as well could be expected with any car, I'll compare my next car when I get one, until then.
The way a Honda should be
honda4311, 03/01/2012
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The seashore mist metallic coupe now has 120,000+ miles on it and still runs great. It uses a negligable amount of oil, and the oil stays clean between the changes. I just changed all of the belts, thermostat, plugs, brake rotors, and tires. The car runs like new except for a little belt screach when it's cold and/or wet. I'm really anticipating getting 200,000+ out of this car. My wife however, not so lucky. A 2002 Honda Accord SE with the same mileage riddled with oil consumption problems (1/2 quart week) and a transmission that is holding on for dear life.
The best car ever
nick869, 08/30/2010
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My honda is the best compact car that feels like I'm driving a sport. Safe, fun (drifting ha ha), and great fuel economy.
best car i've ever owned, BY FAR
thwipp89, 05/08/2013
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
9 of 13 people found this review helpful
bought my EX automatic new in '03 and have 125k miles after 10 yrs. after having a few american cars that were unreliable money pits, this car has been spectacular for me. wish i would've bought a honda sooner than i did. over 10 yrs, i've spent about $1k in non-maintenance repairs- mostly emissions/exhaust related, most of which has been at the 10 yr mark. i did need to replace the alternator after about 9 yrs. i average 30 MPG combined (about 65% city) but i have a very heavy foot.
Watch Out For That Tranny
Adam, 11/10/2010
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
We take good care of our car. We put low miles on it every year. At 65,000 miles the transmission should not fail. To make it worse, Honda has no interest in making it right. Be very cautious when buying this car. There may not be many complaints about the '03 transmission now, but they're about to come of age. Do a search for '01 transmission problems and start saving for the impending rainy day. Don't say you weren't warned.
Best Car I Ever Owned
techgromit, 03/19/2012
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I owned my 2003 Honda Civic LX for 8 years now, it's given me the least amount of problems compared to every other car I ever owned. True it's also the first new car I ever owned, but I've has far more problems with other used cars with less mileage. Parts last longer than other cars I've owned, from tires, to struts to breaks, they all need to be replaced less often, at least that's been my experience. The transmission does slip a little when it cold out until the car is warmed up, replacing the transmission fluid twice did little to improve it, but so long as I let the car warm up before doing any drag races, it runs fine.
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.
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 ****
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.
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.
Enjoy
SK, 02/01/2003
2003 Honda Civic DX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought new for $8900, year end-sale. Commuter-car. No problems at 15K. I don't understand the complaints about the paint, Honda's seem to have the best paint appearance in the business. Head room at 6' is tight, rear view in the coupe is tough. The exterior design of the coupe makes this car one of the best looking vehicles on the road. Does seem to have slightly soft suspension(not for slaloms). 39 MPG (mainly highway. Surprisingly large trunk space, and rear seats are reasonably comfortable for 2 people.
Loved this car!
Christina Charlot, 08/27/2016
updated 09/05/2017
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got this car brand new with 2 miles on it in April 2003. I traded it in last night after 13.5 years and 196k miles. Awesome car! Only issue was temp gauge that no matter what was replaced, kept acting up. That's reason why I got a new car. But other than that it was an amazing car, reliable.
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
first honda
carla, 06/06/2003
2003 Honda Civic DX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love my honda civic lx. I traded in a ford focus 2000. I was sorry I did not buy the honda the first time.
Finally said goodbye
Tony, 01/08/2019
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I owned this car for 15 1/2 years and just swapped it with someone for an SUV. I put 181k miles on it and it will likely drive for many more years. Engine will likely never die. I always put Mobil1 in it with a new oil filter at each change.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
Great Car
pvaultguy, 11/24/2009
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great economical car. Great fuel economy and low cost of ownership. I have had no problems with this car. Very reliable. The ride is a little firm but it is the Civic not the Accord. Acceleration is decent. Parking is very easy. The interior is very nice. The back seat has decent room for a coupe. I would recommend this car to anyone looking for an economical and reliable car.
All right at first
zach, 05/01/2009
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car was all right at first, just a little vibration due to a loose motor mount. The transmission went out 5 months later and it's broken beyond repair is what I was told. It'll total 3 grand for a new one and I need to shell out cash for worn left and right bushings, a leaky cv boot, and a new motor mount. Don't bother buying unless you can get it from dealer under warranty.
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.
Home away from home
cmicahjohnson, 02/16/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
It isn't the quickest vehicle on the road, but it is fun to drive, easy to maintain and is definitely worthy of the "best selling compact" title. This is my third Honda and I have no doubt that it will hold true to the quality and reliability of its predecessors.
Money Pit
Austin, 09/13/2019
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought the car with 117k miles, at 120k the radiator blew, then at 131k the head gasket blew (almost a $2000 dollar fix), and now at 139k miles my fuel pump fails which is a $500 dollar repair. If you’re looking for a cheap used car you’re better off with a Camry!!
Lacks power
HoTpunksk8ter101, 08/06/2003
2003 Honda Civic DX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 5 people found this review helpful
This car is without a doubt is a fun car to drive, but it lacks power like some of Honda's other models (such the '02 S2000) but I guess what can you expect when you get a car like this for under $13,999...over all I give it a rating of 4.5 out of 10.
Good Car so far
Jeff0204, 12/12/2002
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
very good car for the price.
I'm amazed!
rivasmmm, 12/29/2002
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
As a previous VW Passat owner, I can't get past the solid build quality of the Civic. Great gas mileage, fun to drive, very supportive seats, and attractive styling all make this car a great value. I wouldn't trade this for the Passat even if I could afford the maintenance. The clutch is easy to get used to and a joy to drive. The peppy engine is great for getting around in the city- not to mention, parking!
Great Car
Alex, 05/02/2009
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Good gas mileage. With K&N Oil Filter and Castrol Syntec getting 35mpg at 70mph on 87 regular gas. At 55-65mph nearly 40 or higher mpg. Like the cluster gauge comparing to the the 2002 Honda Civic Ex or older.
overpriced junk!!
john kim, 12/29/2002
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am so upset with my Civic ex!! Bumper are loose and hanging down now. When i drive, it's also a rattle box that drive me nut..!!. To make it worse,I paid top dollar for this overpriced junk... Honda? Not for me anymore.
Love this car
Julie123467864, 01/02/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Gets wonderful gas mileage. After a year it still feels like its brand new. In a perfect world everyone would be driving a civic
I never thought I would ever own one!
HondaCub, 01/02/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I never ever thougth I would own another japanese car, but after 3 years owning a piece of crap american car.. I went back. What a difference it has made in my life. No more problems! No more hassles! Only the best driving experience of my life!
03 EX: none better at it's price
star1, 01/04/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I can tell you that as a long-time Honda civic owner this version is by far the most refined, sporty and reliable to date...far nicer than the '99 I recently parted with and far superior to anything in it's price range. The fit and finish are top- notch. The interior is very stylish and I much prefer the 03 cloth vs the 02 and older cloth interior. I can only think of two complaints: 1) the engine does seem a bit louder than my '99 did. 2) the new interior fabric, while very nice, doesn't seem to allow you to move around easily...it "hugs" you, not allowing you to move about very easily (get in one and you'll see what i mean).
2003 2 DR EX COUPE
MOVADO, 01/21/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i just got my car and its a little to early to notice anything wrong with it , i only have about 300 miles on it right now . but as far as i know , this look really good , i went from a tahoe to this civic and iam loving the mpg this car can gives . you cant expect to much performance out of a 4 cyl car , but is better than what i expected , and the seats feel great . like the "si" look alike wheels too .
Love it
HondaPride, 01/31/2003
2003 Honda Civic HX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
you can't beat the gas milage along with the reliability and with a stick on a hx is nice. i like the HX for a reason because it is hard to get so if u see one i would get it HX's is so hard to find trust me i know.
Vehicle satisfaction
cuskelly, 02/08/2003
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Most impressive feature in my opinion in a Honda Civic is interior of the vehicle which is compact and efficient. Every operational apparatus is readily available to the driver to alter or change with a minimum of effort.
CIVIC EX Coupe slow but fun
stjohnh4, 02/14/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Not as swift as it looks. However, offers great quality, fuel economy, crisp handling at a fantastic price.
pretty nice
Fisher, 02/22/2003
2003 Honda Civic HX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i just got the civic hx. so far it's been fun to drive, responds well, and is super smooth.
What you expect from a Honda
CSITP, 02/24/2003
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall a great car. The Fit and finish is up to par and the overall drive ability is great. The thing I don't like are, the engine should be stronger, it would be nice to have a vtec standard on all trim levels. The seating position is a little high and can make tall drivers (me) feel a little awkward. And some thing like keyless entry and ABS would be nice without having to get the top of the line.
best mileage out of a totally gas engine
matt1689, 09/29/2008
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've got a 2003 honda civic ex coupe totally gas engine 1.7 L 5 speed i've got about $200 worth of upgrades in it, trust me its totally worth it.. I'm getting avg 44 mpg on the highway and 37 in the city, it's got a cold air intake with a ram air inductor new exhaust, came stock with 2 mufflers, now it has one straight pipe with one straight muffler, plus a small performance chip, i go within 3mph of the speed limit and when I'm coming up on a stop or going down hill i kick it into neutral. i can get between 550 and 650 miles per fill up depending on how i'm driving, i always fill up b4 the gas light comes one
2003 Honda Civic LX
2003 Honda Civic LX , 12/27/2008
2003 Honda Civic LX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I got this car from a used car dealer about 1 year ago, and have not had any problems whatsoever. I will say that the seats aren't all that comforting for long rides and the default radio system lacks, but aside from this, no complaints. Overall, this car is very reliable.
my Civic will have you chasing behind
boogie111, 06/11/2003
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car handles like a dream, the nicest civic as of yet. Powerful Vtec will have onlookers drooling. The car is hot. 15 inch alloys are sporty too.
Best car I ever owned
John Williams, 09/24/2002
2003 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The quality of this car is unbeliviable. I always thought I'd stick with american made cars but this car unquestionable beats the competition by a long shot.