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More comfort than a box of rocks!
moitz, 01/27/2011
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
67 of 67 people found this review helpful
Well, it's been 5 years since I purchased this car used, with 32k on the clock. It now has 145k on it, and I'm expecting to own it another 3 years and 60k. So that right there should tell you something about it. This gen of Civic is, quite simply put, the ideal commuter and city car. The engine is reasonably smooth and peppy. Very low road noise with Goodyear Affinity Triple-treads. Steering is nicely weighted for city driving. Ride quality is sportier than it's American counterparts, and build quailty is far and above the class leader. 5 adults will fit if needed. Sunroof and power gizmos abound. Repairs are infrequent and cheap. 36 highway, 30 city. How can you go wrong?
Best Car Ever!
wrogers3087, 09/14/2011
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2006 with 30,000 miles on it. I did not get a carfax and after I bought it, I found out that it had been in a front ender. I now have over 140,000 miles on it, and it has been through ONE set of brakes, and TWO sets of tires. Nothing else, ever. I have not been very kind to this car. I forget to get oil changes, and I have wrecked it six times. You cannot kill this car if you tried. I am finally buying a new car for better looks, but I am passing this car on to another family member who can easily get another 100,000 miles out of it. BEST CAR EVER!
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Excellent Reliability, Excellent Mileage
oldmandasilva, 05/31/2010
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I purchase this car new based on the reliability and gas mileage reports and have not been disappointed in the least. In the 6+ years that I have owned it I have put on 144,000 miles, mostly commuting (86 miles round trip) to and from work. I regularly get 43-45 mpg. Granted, I am gas mileage conscious and try not to drive over 60 mph, avoid "jack rabbit" starts and constant braking and maintain the tires a little over-inflated. All I have spent on this car in the 6+ years I have owned it, besides gas and regular oil changes, has been to replace the front brakes and, at 125,000 miles, replacing the original Bridgestone tires (which provided good gas mileage but were mediocre in the snow).
So... why are people buying hybrids?
fronteeer, 01/24/2011
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I've owned six cars in my life: two Chryslers, one Chevrolet, two Volkswagens, and this is my second Honda Civic. My first Civic, a 1996, made me a Honda fan for life. I'm actually embarrassed for having bought into the "German engineering" hype, because neither of my VWs was that great of a car, and as for the Chev and Chryslers, well... we all make mistakes. My wife and I have two other vehicles, but because my Civic (past and present) has comfortable front seats, lots of room for the kids, tons of trunk space, a decent stereo, phenomenal fuel economy and bulletproof reliability, we always seem to take it everywhere. The 1.7L VTEC engine is a perfect blend of economy and performance.
Great car but
jpc477, 04/20/2010
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd review. Bought in Jan of 09 w/ 59k miles, now has 78k. Gas mileage is wonderful. Handling is solid, engine runs smoothly and transmission shifts smoothly. When I first got the car power wasn't quite what I wanted. A cool air intake, header, and performance exhaust helped. However I've had some unexpected issues. Fuel door cable broke - $300 to fix! O2 sensor failed, over $260 to fix, front control arm bushings replaced for $300. Not things I would expect from a Honda at the age / mileage it is. Overall I still think Honda is an excellent product but I will probably at least look at reviews more closely when I eventually replace my car - which I'm not planning on for a while.
Grandama demanded the Civic VIP
Davie Boy, 07/30/2015
2004 Honda Civic Value Package 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
21 of 25 people found this review helpful
This model is a good used choice car for those looking for basic transportation. Replacement parts availability is excellent. Heads-up - this car has a timing belt which requires replacement at 105,000 miles (not a chain). I would only buy a used civic that has less then 55,000 miles. Back in 2004 my 80 year old mother needed a new car and demanded the CIVIC with manual windows so I got her a brand new 2004 VIP. The car cost $15,000 OTD with no trade-in. It is a very basic car but that's what she wanted. Since then she has put only 12,000 miles on it and the only time it was in the shop was for the airbag recall. It runs and drives like new after 11 years. This car feels quite "tinny" although it's fit and finish are flawless. The designers clearly focused on interior room, fuel efficiency, reliability and the driver's outward visibility. The designers sacrificed suspension, breaking, acceleration, cornering/steering, cabin soundproofing and the overall fun driving experience. The rear suspension, in particular, has been crammed into a small space to make the trunk bigger, yielding an oddly bouncy ride. The rear brakes are drum which make for very poor stopping capability and the single overhead cam engine is quite pathetic. That said, it's amazingly reliable, economical, well assembled, easy to drive with excellent outward visibility and boring - which is, apparently, what must drivers demand judging from this car's popularity.
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I LOVE THIS CAR!
Aimee Riley Mcffee, 02/23/2016
2004 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
The 2004 Honda Civic EX couple has been my stalwart baby car, the first I ever purchased on my own. She's dependable, very economical and never had a problem with her. I have maintained her exactly according to the recommendations in the owner's manual and she performs like a champ day after day. Whether in the city or on a road trip, she's a dream. I highly recommend this car. The only reason I even consider moving on (to another Honda, of course) is because it's a two-door coupe and my family is expanding. This car is a single person car and super fun to drive!
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Great engineering and design
Hoosier Grandpa, 06/08/2010
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought used with 50,000 miles. Driven a lot of cars in my life, enjoyed most. This one is well designed and well made. No, it's not an expensive luxury nor full bore sports car - but very well appointed and suspension, steering, high revving engine definitely provide sports car feel when pushed hard! Mileage on highway at 80 mph is fabulous at 40-42 mpg, in town 33-36 depending on traffic stop'n'go (tip, be sure to use good fuel injector cleaner every 4000 miles)
The Complete Civic
Roy Persson Jr., 12/19/2004
2004 Honda Civic Value Package 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I refer to my 2004 Honda Civic as the "complete civic". Whatever you are looking for in a compact vehicle the civic has it. Fuel economy? I'm saving a bundle. Interior room? I'm 6'0 230lbs and I have plenty of head, shoulder, hip room. Extras? My VP came equiped with auto transmission, CD, air, tinted windows etc. at no extra cost or hidden add on charges. In the city I slip into spaces that other vehicles have to pass up, Yet I have plenty of trunk room and fold down seats that allow me to carry Xmas trees if necessary. I have owned muscle cars ('71 SS 396 Nova) and the civic on the highway has enough pep when you need it, also, no mechanical problems at all since I've owned the Civic.
impressed
vtgumby, 02/23/2004
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I wasn't expecting to buy a civic. Nor was I expecting to like the new civic! I've usually bought used cars, but decided to go with a newer one with less features. Don't miss the sunroof or alloy wheels, but love the handling, fuel economy and surprisingly enough the peppiness.
Great First Car
WSUguy, 07/14/2009
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought my civic a year used from friends who were moving on to a Prius. It was a great first car, everything just worked. I never had a problem outside of a flat tire. I only filled it up once or twice a month, and with its 12 gallon tank that was really amazing. It has a really fun ride and did a great job getting me through high school. My sister is now driving it, and there still is yet to be a mechanical issue!
Honda Civic Sedan EX
VictorP, 12/04/2003
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have been pleasantly surprized by this honda civic sedan ex, it's acceleration has been better than I thought it would be and milage is better than 32mpg. It feels good inside and is not as noisy as some econo cars that I test drove. Overall better than a 30+mpg car should feel. I am very pleased.
GOOD TO GO
usmc2111, 11/22/2003
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has performed flawlesy on a cross country trip from Illinois to California loaded down with three people and tons of luggage.
Expecting a little more from Honda!
Mike, 01/29/2007
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This was my 1st Honda. Gas mileage is great. It was the reason I bought it. Dealership not very inspiring. Had 2 electronic issues. Gas gauge faulty. When that was fixed I found out thru a safety inspection the rear lights didn't work. My mech traced the problem to behind the dash. At 1st Honda confirmed that fact but then said it was at the transmission. Wrote owner of dealership to complain but was told he would stand behind his staff. $700 later it was fixed. What was I thinking. The consumer is right?? My mechanic traced the problem and stated that the cell on the transmission was ok. Problem was behind the dash. Who did the work behind the dash? I'm getting the Mazda3 next week!
Good for trips
sjc355VT, 11/14/2008
2004 Honda Civic Value Package 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love this car on trips, but I should've gotten a 5 speed! I live where we have 8% grade mountains that I sometimes have to go down in winter. Most economy cars even in automatic have a 1st gear option that you can manually put the car into. This does NOT! And the fact that there are no ABS brakes means pumping the brakes on straight-aways then hoping you don't slide across the corner off the mountain. It's scary. I love this car, but that is reason enough for me to get something with 1st gear as an option. Also on dry straight-aways I tried it in 2nd gear and it didn't stay where it should - it picked up speed! Hello!
Nice little car
Salsstar, 01/17/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
If you compare the Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic...the Civic is far superior to anything up against it.
Does the job for the least money
GoingfromAtoBandBack, 01/07/2007
2004 Honda Civic Value Package 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Too many people marry for looks rather than moral character, and too many people get an unreliable car with the same superficial philosophy. We couldn't be happier with our base-model Honda Civic. My car is not my identity but simply a thing to take me from A to B and back. Over the last three years, our Civic has done the job flawlessly. And we got it for the least money long- term among compact cars, except for the Corolla, which is comparable. People don't need 6 or 8 cylinders, or a car that "looks good." As drivers, we need cars that will reliably drive us on paved roads without driving up our debt or driving us crazy with repairs. The Civic builds contentment and peace in our hearts.
Can't feel the hype
lfas, 09/07/2014
updated 09/08/2016
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
9 of 15 people found this review helpful
I owned this car in 4-door LX 4 speed auto guise for neigh on four years, and other than the fact that this little car handled like crazy and could take an off ramp at 60 mph with ease, that's where my admiration ends. Post ownership, and for the life of me I cannot grasp the Honda hype that led me to plunk down my cash on this vehicle. I just plainly don't know what sparks such admiration for Honda Civcs. The car was vastly underpowered for daily commuter driving around the Chicagoland area. I am fond of saying that Civics can't manage to get out of their own way. Was it the auto trans that muted power? The car had an all around anemic, fragile feel to me.
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How can so many people buy this junk?
Henry04, 07/07/2004
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I really hate this car! Summer in Virginia is always hot, and this car has the worst AC I have seen in any of the car! Take >10 minutes to cool down even set at the maximum. I want to get rid of it ASAP!!!
just a GOOD CAR
alex e, 07/08/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
i'm an 18-year-old college student and this civic is my first band new car. it's so quiet in neutral that i didn't even realize it was running the first time i got in. i'm 6'3" and have no problem getting in or out of my car. i also fit quite comfortably in the back seats and headroom is not even an issue. very sleek, easy-to-work interior. never have to struggle up any grade hill with this manual transmission- gear engagement is smooth, and the clutch is very soft. engine boom starts becoming evident once you get past 4k rpms, but isn't a problem on the freeway since rpms stay at juuust under 4k going 85mph.(6th gear would help.)i get 33 mpg, LOVE the car!
The worst car
kydrizer, 03/31/2004
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my first car.I chose honda civic because of brand power. But it is very noisy that really annoying me when accelating.It has real weak power than its competitor like hyundai elantra,toyota corolla.. And gas milage is not good especially in city as it is advertised. (genuine 25mpg)
Bragging rights
Milton S, 04/29/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The car drove like any other car except I saved LOTS of money.
Simply amazed!
Fraug, 07/17/2008
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
A few years ago I would never buy a vehicle that was not an "American" automobile. When gasoline prices began rising early 2004, I was no longer as proud of my American gas-guzzling pickup truck. Though I still need it for my small ranch. Perfect for that! Anyway, the payment for my Civic was almost the same as the cost for the gasoline I was using in my truck for commuting to work. The amount I spend on gasoline now is almost the same as I was spending on my pickup 4 years ago. i am averaging 32- 35 mpg with 73,000 miles. I commute 100 miles total every day. I have had ZERO problems with my Civic!
Horrible Honda
Nomer, 05/01/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Never again, what a piece of junk. The transmission went out at a little over 5000 miles. The interior lights quit working. My dash lights flicker. The ride is less than comfortable and it doesnt have the get up and go I expected. No more Hondas for me!
What a car!?!
James O., 05/22/2008
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My 2004 Accord EX is without question the best car I have ever owned (am will likely own). In four years I have not had a single issue with it, both interior and exterior. Routine maintenance and a little TLC leave her running and looking great. An added bonus is the fantastic fuel efficiency now that gas is through the roof. On average, she gets close to 30 mpg. If you are considering buying a Honda, this particular model will serve you very, very well.
Total Reliability
JB, 09/28/2007
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
A pleasure to drive. The definition of dependablity. Fantastic gas mileage. Remember people choose to buy cars w/ poor mileage & pay out the nose. Not me. It's a quick, cute car. I drive a flawless manual. I have bought one set of new tires and change the oil regularly. No maintenance problems to speak of despite hard driving and a lot of travel.
I Love my Civic
MattB3901, 02/22/2006
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The wife and I bought a 2004 civic new, and love it. Fit and finish are excellent. Fuel economy is great I have averaged 37mpg (better than window sticker). I have put 58k on it in 18 months and only had to change the oil and buy a set of tires. This is the best car for the money. We bought it new for around 16K. Reliable and comfortable, and safe to, I was in two accidents and both times walked away fine (not fender benders were talking serous crumple zone work-6K in damage). The civic is a great commuter car.
Good overall car
jpc477, 10/19/2009
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a follow up from my first review. I've had my car for 9 months. The gas mileage is wonderful - on a 2k round trip, I averaged 38-40mpg on the highway even through the mountains of TN! In FL, mpg's were closer to 45! Had a couple of service needs that I didn't quite expect so soon. O2 sensor at 63k & recently replaced the timing belt at 69k (but the car is 5 yrs old). Control arm bushings also need to be replaced. Mechanics said these are all typical for these Civics but overall they're still some of the best cars out there. I wish it had more power. But this is the car to take on a long road trip!
Saves $$$ on Gas - But Crappy Car
Babu Bhai Patel, 03/18/2006
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The car is only good for its gas mileage. Otherwise it is a poorly manufactured vehicle. You have to crank the radio more than half way to hear anything since the car fails to block the road and engine noise. Speaking of engine noise, the engine is so loud even though the engine power is worse than my lawnmower. The car easily scratches internally and externally. The car is so compact and uncomfortable. Also, there is no door lock/unlock switch on the passenger side. What the hell was Honda thinking. It is common sense. It probably costs Honda only $2 to install that feature in the car. No space in the back seat.
Armrest console
bobi, 03/22/2010
2004 Honda Civic Value Package 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The armrest hinge got stuck in the upright position and would not go down. The service dept at Honda found this normal. The part alone (the would cost $162, to say nothing of the labor ($100 plus). I think the armrest should last the life of the car. It was not abused in any way, it just died an untimely death. Everything plastic on the interior of this car has been feeble and junky.The interior lock for the trunk faces upward and is constantly full of sand. It has been replaced twice.The plastic covers for the seat back locks fell off long ago.The paint on the bumpers is all damaged and freckled. Perhaps this is a way for Honda to recoup the admittedly very low initial sales price.
Love my Honda
jenleechang, 04/01/2009
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had my Civic for 4 full years now and I've NEVER had any problems with it. The only time I've ever had to take it to the shop is to get an oil change. It's the most comfortable car you'll ride in - everything is designed conveniently and easy to use. I think the Civic has better mpg than a lot of hybrids. My payments were less than $200/month, and I just finished paying it off 2 months ago. It's the best car I've ever had and I plan on driving it for at least another 4-5 years.
My old chevy pickup runs better
Mattvss, 10/04/2006
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car as a comuter back and forth from la to san francisco and am not pleased. I bought the car with 300 miles and now have nearly 92,000 miles on it. 85% highway. I was driving around napa valley and my steering started to make noise and wobble so i pulled over and found my steering knuckles came out at 5k. My radiator leaked at 15k, rear brakes failed at 25 and luckily tranny went right before warranty at 34,650. My gas mileage is good but reliability is flimsy, build quality is cheap. Ive replaced the axles twice since out of warranty, brakes once, stereo went twice and then decided to add new one.. Not impressed with honda product
So Far 92000 Miles and 0 Problems
fredericktoo, 04/23/2009
2004 Honda Civic Value Package 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my 04 Civic VP new and no problems. Gas Mileage is better than advertised - I get about 42 mpg highway. Drive it 70 miles per day and has never let me down. All it needs is scheduled maint. This is the best car I have ever owned. My next car is probably going to be Honda Fit or the New Civic. This Civic won't need a tune up until 110K Miles.
big expectations but what a disappointme
jen m, 12/03/2003
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
one problem after another from the time i left the dealer. hard starting, prone to vapor lock problems,idle control motor erratic,problems with power window contols not working and making noises, squeaky brakes, poorer gas mileage than advertised, water leaking through seals in rear windshield after heavy rains, hinge on glove compartment misaligned
The Americanized Civic
Tim Matthews, 09/18/2004
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Cheap materials, Americanized content, mediocre capabilities...not what Honda is known for. This is a harsh-riding little car. The door fabric has come loose from its glue, the clutch creaks at each pressing, door mats had heel holes after 4k miles, hard plastics everywhere you touch, no tint-strip at top of windshield, no lock on glovebox, thin sheet metal, poor sound insulation, pathetic engine performance, but very good fuel economy. I should have bought a used Accord instead. A Toyota is going to be my next purchase after my 4th and last Honda.
Great new car for new driver!
dholdenrn, 10/22/2003
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car for my daughter who is about to turn 15. She loved it! I took it on a long road trip last weekend and was very comfortable in it. It is very easy and fun to drive. My grandmother and aunt were very comfortable in the roomy back seat. It gets a lot of looks on the street and is a favorite among all the teenagers!
Dope Ride
Trishi, 06/12/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love my new Civic ex . I love how it drives and its responce time is great too. The only thing that bothers me is it is a little loud when its running. I also wish Hinda would come out with its new bug shield and vent visors to match the color. I also wish the sun roof popped up and opened like the neon does.
Civic lover
tgsn2, 12/03/2003
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've owned my civic for about 2 months and overall I think its a great car. Its very fuel efficient, performs great on the highway and comfortable.
The 2004 Civic EX Sedan ROCKS!!!
melaniefs, 12/03/2003
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had nothing but good experiences driving this car. It accelerates well, and the breaking system is excellent. Both the exterior and interior designs are very aesthetically pleasing. The interior is very comfortable as well as roomier than expected. The gas mileage is wonderful also, i get about 30 mpg in the city.
A/C problems
BRobins, 07/28/2004
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car would be great for a climate that never reaches over 100 degrees! Anything over that the a/c is terrible. Everytime you accelerate no matter if you mash the throttle or have an egg between your foot this vehicle blows hot air at you, which translate to the fact that in stop and go traffic the car never even comes close to getting comfortable inside the vehicle. According to my selling dealership this is a normal condition and nothing can be done about it. My recomendation is not to purchase this vehicle at all untill they have a fix for thier "normal" problem. Also the dealership also told me that all of the honda vehicles do this so beware!!
reliable
Gail Goodman, 05/28/2004
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I find the honda civic is reliable, but the noise is terrible while driving, I don't get the gas mileage, the visualble is horrible. meaning that the beam between the back and front seat you can't see.
Follow-up to "Spunky Little Car"
Mom23Kids, 05/24/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I mentioned my AC had no freon in my prior review, my car is now 3 months old and has visited the dealer one too many times. Turns out after 2 trips to service and a nasty letter to Customer Service, my car was kept at the dealers for an AC investigation (3 times). Turns out there was a leak. They say they fixed it, lets hope so. I would hate to associate "Lemon with Honda".
Very Satisfied
Lippster, 07/11/2010
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had the car for a little over a year now. I've put almost 25k on it! Definitely not overpowered, but it's fine for me. Great gas mileage, comfortable and reliable. I love it!
Not as good as they say!!!
bliv, 10/01/2003
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Car has nice behaviour in hard breaking but i find it noisy at Hway speeds. I felt confortable but did not felt much feedback from road when cornering.
A 10
YGWYPF, 05/18/2006
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
You get what you pay for. One suggestion to people making negative comments is to "TEST DRIVE" the car first. It seems like people never even sat in the car once before buying it. Many people comment about lack of power... want more power, buy a car with a V6 or V8 not a 4-banger. I have owned this car for over 2 years now and have not had a single problem with it. I take it in for scheduled tune ups (based on the book not the dealer recommendations). I would not buy a 1000 sq ft house made of cardboard and then complain about it being made of cheap material and too small. Again "You Get What You Pay For". If you want a more powerful Honda, get an Accord.
Should have kept the Mazda
2004honda, 08/12/2009
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Before buying my 04 Honda ex I owned a 2002 Mazda Protege. The Mazda was much funner to drive, faster, sporty and gas mileage wasn't that different. This Honda is gutless I cant believe how slow it is. I hate the automatic downshift while breaking down hills. There are so many rattles in this car I don't know where to start. Road noise is really loud, same with the engine sounds like its working to hard. I think this is a good commuter car but not much past that. It looks pretty good but the build quality is not up to par for what a Honda should be. I would rate value to cost at a 5-6 with 10 being greatest value.
saved a life
jal, 08/29/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
this car and a few angels saved my childs life. to see the car you cant imagine how she is standing, the crush zones in the front did not bend onto her legs,to make it short the new 2004 civic ex with side air bags was totaled but my child was not. thank you honda
Very practical car
gjman, 03/08/2004
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The only reason why its not rated high on the 'Fun to Drive' is coz I am moving to a civic from a jetta turbo and compared to Jetta 1.8T the Civic is quite torqueless. But I didnt buy it for its sportiness. I bought it for its realiablity, fuel economy and overall functionality. Its a very practical car...far more practical than out Jetta, far more reliable than the Jetta and far more fuel efficient too.
Stage 1 Modified 04 Civic EX 5SP
Acura Racer, 08/25/2009
2004 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Civic with it's small 127HP 1.7L for my excessive commuting and the need for a gas economy car. After installing a cold-air intake, strut tower brace, stage 1 clutch, lightweight racing flywheel, iridium plugs, and gator belts it flies like a rocket and has an improved gas economy of 30CTY/43HWY. Although the cabin noise is very loud, it is well worth the 400-500 miles per $24 tank of gas. Plus, besides the mods I have only had to change fluids in this car and the periodic check over under the hood. The only exception was an O2 sensor. It is extremely LOW maintenance. Overall, it's modern styling and economy are the best I have experienced between Honda/Acura over the years.
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jackrhoda, 01/30/2004
2004 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags (1.7L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
EXCELLENT handling,EXCELLENT steering, excellent seating, very good all around quality