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Honda can do better
Valmomof2, 09/30/2010
2008 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sedan (1.3L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
yeah, the gas mileage is good. Not in the hot summer though. If you sit at a red light too long the hybrid battery runs down and you have very little power to accelerate. No frills in the interior. No automatic headlights, no lighted vanity mirrors, no rear cup holders. It would not have cost Honda that much to add a few comforts to make the driving experience a little more pleasurable.
250k miles and still running
Rich Rod, 06/10/2022
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought this car back in 2017 with about 145,000 miles for $3000 and yes the engine block did crack at 185,000 miles but I was lucky enough for the dealership to cover it 100%. I also had water pump, shocks, control arm, ac compressor, thermostat, alternator, and belt tensioner with belt replaced at 200k. If you buy this car be prepared to put money aside because these things will break sooner or later. Aside from that everything else has held up well like the automatic transmission, timing chain, motor mounts, power windows, and radio with speakers. I’ve been using it for food delivery mainly and it is great on gas mileage and never left me stranded before. Still using car hopefully I can make it to 300,000 miles without any major issues fingers crossed. Honda are great cars but like any car none are 100% trouble free but luckily all the parts I replaced weren’t expensive as I bought all the parts from Rockauto and had a trusted mechanic do the job cheaper price than dealership. If you are considering buying this car make sure the engine block is still good and if it hasn’t been replaced make sure to keep an eye on the coolant which is the cause to crack the engine block when it leaks and over heats the engine
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Sorry Guys but I guess I bought a Lemon
same_ole_ford, 02/28/2012
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
First the maintenance Rear tires have prematurely worn out twice due to a faulty alignment set up from Honda which they had refused to own up to even though they published a service bulletin about the problem. Left front drive shaft failed 42,000 miles replaced both rear wheel bearings at 65,000 miles now the rear shocks are leaking fluid and must be replaced as well. Also there is a Service bulletin about the engine block cracking and leaking antifreeze, which translates into a half done engine rebuild as Honda will not replace the whole engine. Everyone here talks about 70 MPH = 40+ MPG I drive mine 55 to 60 mph on the interstate the best ever is 34MPG. 1st and last Honda anything I buy
Over the Hill
ukyagr, 12/02/2013
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
The first year of ownership was great, but it has since been in steady decline. I bought this car based off of reputation, but unfortunately it will soon have to go. No longer can Honda claim reliability and high build quality with this vehicle. Problems include failing door locks, window motors, visors, blower fan electrical components, and A/C compressor failure. Honda has mailed extended warranties on paint and visors already. I expect eventual class action or warranty extension on the AC/blower issues - very common on this model. My dealer does not even charge me diagnostic fees on the AC or fan anymore. The car was babied and often garaged. All of these problems with only 62,000 miles.
Great!
N.A., 10/10/2007
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
After extensive research (a must being an engineer) and looking and test driving multiple cars, I settled on this model. It gives you all the extras you want with a reasonable price. The design is amazing, and fun to drive. I owned a 99 Honda EX Coupe and it was noisy on the highway. This one, however, it was really quiet. Inside is very spacious and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.