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Nothing to write home about
Markl, 04/29/2010
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my third civic and I don't think it stands up with the others. The clutch/accelerator syncro makes it unstable to pull out on hills and the car has not had even acceleration since the day I bought it. I keep hoping that maybe it will get better.
Fun and Great Value
Laura, 11/05/2007
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I am very particular about cars and this Civic exceeds my expectations. I opted for the EX L with a manual transmission and absolutely love it. Interior is very nice especially compared to the other cars I've owned and the ones I test drove before purchasing this one. Stereo has a nice sound, seats are super comfortable-love the wrap around feature. Easy for me to get in and out of the car. Like the button that remotely pops trunk. Manual transmission is smooth. Steering is nice and easy. Handles corners well. Fold down rear seats are great. For the price, this is an excellent car and value. If you want BMW features then you will have to pay a BMW price.
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Reliable Sedan
Norman Matoza, 12/30/2007
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I just bought recently my 2008 Honda Civic LXi 1.8 just one week. The best qualities that I like on this car is fuel cunsumption, space, comfort, and the power of the engine is like 2.0 liter.
My favorite car
My favorite car, 09/06/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I recently bought the 2008 Honda civic sedan LX and i love it. I have bought a lot of cars and this one has to be my favorite. I drove the accord it was great but i was just liking the civic more. The a/c isn't too great as everyone else says but i like to ride with the windows down anyway. The radio works really good. It has some get up and go when it's needed but definitely not the si. Other than the a/c the car is great!
Excellent summer car
kls, 04/22/2009
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Overall we love our Honda Civic. It has been a good durable car that is good on gas mileage. However, for those of you who live in frigid areas... buyer beware. From groggy starts to a slowly warming engine to poor traction on ice and snow... winter will be a bit of a challenge.
Best Choice
J Mitchell, 06/16/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I have thoroughly enjoyed my purchase of this Civic. I use it for mostly city driving, and still get better than 31 mpg a tank, highlighted by a 38.4 tank on the highway. So far, very reliable, no surprises. It is able to accomplish all tasks I ask of it, including transporting bikes with a trunk rack. It has a very receptive pick up when necessary, but no sports sedan by any means. I like the interior styling overall, like all the storage compartments. Radio is decent, wouldn't mind a 6 cd changer instead of the single slot. For exterior styling, I'm a big fan but I think the wing spoiler is a must, keeps it from looking like grandma's car.
Best Car Yet
Richie, 06/02/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Having just traded my 2001 Civic EX for the new 2008 LX I can truthfully say that this car is a comfortable pleasure to drive. Road noise has been reduced as well. The first thing I noticed was the performance over the 2001. It was much livelier and with the 5 speed automatic, the engine runs considerably slower at high speeds and has plenty of passing capability. Fuel economy is great, first tank fill got me 38 mpg 20% city and 80% highway) I commute 50K a year in California so the gas mileage and comfort are a big plus for me. I would highly recommend the Civic for those folks looking for both economy and comfort.
Won't buy anything else
Crystal, 04/25/2009
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I love this car - from the large digital speedometer that is easily in view, to the voice-activated navigation system, to the PC card input that allows me to play MP3s saved to the card on my computer... it is just awesome. I get excellent gas mileage, which I track very specifically (because I drive the car for work and am reimbursed for gas). I frequently get better MPG than advertised (29 hwy).
Step up from a porsche
Randy, 06/23/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased this car as a run around car and as a car my son can learn to drive in a few years. It surprised me by how nice it is. I get 32 MPG driving the mountains of the Sierra Nevada mountains and 35.5 on longer trips. I like the navigation system and the stereo. For $22,000 this is an amazing car. It corners and steers almost as well as my 2005 Porsche. In fact, had I driven a Civic before I bought my Porsche ( I picked the Porsche up in Germany), I might have saved a lot of money.
Everything about it is just great!
Joseph K, 09/09/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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First off let me say how amazing this car is on gas millage. Driving to New York City from Buffalo has never been cheaper for me. Secondly, I am 6'4" and I fit wonderfully into this car. If you are as tall as I am I would highly recommend looking into this car. I am a second generation Honda owner and I honestly couldn't be happier with the design and performance of this civic. If you are looking for a fuel efficient car that gives a smooth ride and is fun to drive this is your ticket.
Best working car
ausome working car, 04/23/2009
2008 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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This car is one of a kind I got mine when I turned 16 and I'm still loving it. I have not once had a problem with it whatsoever. It's real quiet too when you're driving unlike other loud cars. The gas by the way is amazing - I cut a lot of money off spending for gas because this car does a good job on it. Also if you like to work on cars for shows this civic is the ultimate car to do it to. I installed subs, neons, lambo doors, suicide seats, interior neon, and put things on the motor for speed. It is a great car to work on.
Everything I expected
Adam, 11/29/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I got this car after 5 years in a Dodge Caravan, so I had to get used to driving so low to the ground. I liked the look of the 2 door, but I didn't like the blind spots, so I went with a 4 door. Overall, I am very satisfied with the car. I get between 33-38 MPG, and after one trip across the state and back, I got almost 40 MPG. I got into the Honda for the reliability factor, but I love the look, especially the color (dark blue) and the digital speedometer. It was a little uncomfortable during the long trip; I had to shift around to stay comfortable, but some of that may have been because I was still adjusting from my Caravan (where my legs went down, instead of out.)
Really nice car but
SingleSock, 07/11/2010
2008 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I had a problems with the transmission almost immediately w/gears sticking. At a light I tried to shift back to 1st and it wouldn't budge. Happened 3x. It stranded me once at a light. Not good. Dealership found nothing but it hasn't happened since. Hmm. Then the stereo and AUX went out. I drove Toyotas for 30 yrs, but after my last one was a dud I switched to Honda and was very happy with my previous Civic. This one... not so much. Doesn't anyone make a truly high quality care anymore like Toyota used to?
Black Beauty
gary, 08/05/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Had every intention of keeping my 2001 Civic EX another 5 years - it was totaled in an accident in June. While shopping for used Civics I discovered high prices due to extraordinary resale value (and current price of gas)! So I now own this incredible black, 2008 EX! Just turned 1000 miles and it is my opinion that this just might be the best car ever sold in the U.S.!
Don't hesitate for a moment!
nwarmouth, 01/31/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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This is my 3rd Civic and by leaps and bounds the best. I cross shopped the Prius and GTI and found the former's too soft handling and the latter's prem fuel thirst and economy off-putting. I'd vowed never to get WORSE mileage than my '02 Civic but wanted heated seats, XM and a more planted, composed and quiet ride, in a hatch if possible. The last wasn't to be but on all other counts, the Civic was the best choice out there. It is vastly more quiet than the previous gen. and feels almost as planted as a Euro car. Mileage is 30+ after 1500mi and should improve. I think this is an ideal commuter car with enough creature comforts and fit/finish to compete with cars far more expensive.
Great Car
bmidd31, 12/18/2007
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my 7th Honda I have owned and already love it. I sold my 2007 Nissan Altima 2.5SL for this car. I was not happy with the Nissan and did not like the 28 MPG on a 4 cyl engine. The bottom line is Nisaan's are not Honda's.
Just bought another Honda!
m1e1b1s1, 06/03/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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We had planned 3 years ago to purchase a truck when we paid off our Accord, however with gas prices as they are. We were looking at either a Toyota Corolla or Honda Civic, Honda of course won out! We now own 3 Hondas, our Daughter has a 94 Civic, which still runs GREAT with 170K (she's a teenager), our Accord is great as well..it's only 3 years old :-) I just LOVE my new Civic. It's roomy, amazingly not much smaller than our 2005 Accord, we had thought another Accord, however our teen will be graduating and off to college, leaving my DH, myself and our 8 yo son, so a Civic is big enough. We look forward to many years with our Hondas!
Best Car EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jake C, 04/25/2009
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Forget the nay say! This car ROCKS!!! My Mom bought it for me as a gift when she found out she was terminal :-( I went from a 95 Taurus with 200K and rust up the doors to a 2008 Civic w only 12K! I love driving this car! Only complaint seems to be the gas mileage, way better than the American junk Taurus was, but not as good as my old Honda CRX. The stereo sounds best with really heavy metal like Slayer or WASP or Satyricon. On the highway this thing cruises with LOW ROAD NOISE despite others complaints, I don't get the "road noise" complaint maybe it's cuz compared to my old heap this car is a Rolls Royce! Honda makes superior cars and I will drive this car for years. Thanx Mom! I love you!
Good car for the money
Roger, 11/04/2010
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought my car with 24 miles on it. It's been a good car. You're not going to blow anyone away off the line with the 1.8L engine, but you will get great gas mileage. I average around 39 mpg year round. Higher in the summer, lower in the winter. Nothing has broken yet, but it shouldn't on a three year old car. I do my own tires, own oil changes, and own repairs. The car is well designed and seems to be well built. I do have some issues with the paint. Honda did a poor job painting the car and I noticed several areas where there's some blob under the clear coat. Like dirt or dust got on the car.
Where is the quality?
John, 12/23/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I have been in the automotive business for 15 years. I have owned or leased almost every make vehicle including Toyota, Ford, GM and Honda. This Honda Civic is my 3rd Honda. Of all the vehicles I have owned, by far I have had the most problems with Honda's. The engine and transmission may be smooth and reliable, but the little annoying problems like the constant flickering of the check engine lights (all 3 have had this problem). Very disappointed and frustrating. I've had less problems on my GM owned vehicles - far less! These vehicles are riding on the reputation of Honda's many years ago. Believe it or not, many American vehicles have surpassed the so called Honda quality. DISAPPOINT
Great car
Chris, 08/14/2008
2008 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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It handles like a 5-series BMW, but gets twice the gas mileage. The steering is very quick- something new this year is that the steering is only 2.6 turns lock to lock, so it is very sensitive especially at highway speeds.
Good Car but Not Sure about Gas Mileage
Marie, 09/10/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I got a Honda Civic as my second car, got my first when I was 16 and it was a Sunfire with AMAZING gas mileage but it was old and needed a new car. I liked the Civic for all its features but mostly the gas mileage but after 800 miles and 3 tanks later I am only getting 24.5 miles per gallon and don't understand why. I wanted 29 at least like it said! So I'm not happy but wondering if maybe there is a reason and if someone can tell me why I would very much appreciate it! I'm just a young girl who thought she did her research well. But other than that it's a GREAT car!
Will Never Go Back
HondaOwner, 05/13/2009
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I've owned my 2008 Honda Civic for a year now and I will never go back to any other brand of car. It looks great, it's comfortable, it's reliable, it's cost efficient and very fun to drive (especially if you're in a hurry...but please drive safely)!
Glad I bought it!
ggrec1, 02/03/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I really like this car. I'm 6' tall and the seat & steering wheel adjust perfectly. The seat is comfortable and the 2 tiered dash is cool. I can see all the instruments perfectly. The shifter is smooth and the position and movement are just right. I owned a Pathfinder and to me the visibility is great. You can't see the hood while you are driving but it is so short it doesn't really matter. Also has a nice amount of power for a fuel efficient car. I definitely recommend it!
Simply great
John, 06/18/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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This is my 8th Honda since '88 and have to say the "best" With gas prices going nowhere but up, mileage is great. 30 mpg average city wise, and 40 for highway, can't beat that. Looks inside and out a A+++. Quiet on the highway, just can't beat this car.
A good car !
M_Honda, 02/19/2009
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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So far a good car (6k miles already), engine is powerful for a small car! Noise on highways better than earlier models. However shifting in lower gears is kinda rough, more of an annoyance than anything!
Absolutely Superb!
Stan - Amarillo, TX, 06/10/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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5600 mile trip AMA to NJ to NC to Austin to AMA: 37.54 mpg; highway portion: 38.73; city (incl DC rush hr): 30.42. Seats firm, but even a 700+ mile day was fine. Pushing it on NC 80 from I-40 to Blueridge Pkwy (posted 45 mph; most curves 15-20 mph rec) was fantastic: engine, gearbox, clutch, steering feedback, & stable seats combined for the most fun I've ever had driving a car (I'm 65). Car has 2 personalities: economy or fun. I don't think any other car can do both this well under $20K -- particularly with the EX's safety & Honda's reliability. The beige/ivory color combo & sunroof mean minimal AC use. On hwy, recirc the air, keep heat off, & turn AC on/off as needed. Will incr mpg!
Great styling for a sedan
nana, 06/26/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Just bought the civic and love it. We chose the civic over the Sentra due to the amount of head room with a sunroof while sitting in the back seat. With two men 6'3" this has to be considered. The Civic is so sleek and looks like a European car. The handling is smooth and full of energy. The back seat has plenty of leg room. It is hard finding a small car to accommodate tall people comfortably. The car handles smoothly and quickly. I know this car will still be parked in our driveway 10 years from now, Lord Willing. The car we just replaced was a 12 yr old Accord due to an accident. We are thrilled with the interior design. Would have liked a locking glove compartment.
Honest Assessment
JoeBlowConsumer, 09/12/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I really like this car; however, there are aspects that I don't like. Perhaps this will be helpful to others. *Remote doesn't open trunk *Much plastic on this car. Looks good in most places but feels cheap in some. ex. inside door lever, hand break,etc *Don't like fabric on the door handles and console. Waiting to get dirty and stained. * body materials 'very' thin and some plastic. Lightly press or rub roof and it flexes. Doors sound cheap and hollow when closed. * Road noise if that is of concern to you. * cannot use DVD media in stereo to play mp3 and dvds. Only CD media Good car but always room for improvement
Fun car, but...
Robert, 05/16/2009
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Not exactly the low-cost of ownership vehicle advertised. I just had to replace brake pads @ 9,900 miles to the tune of $270 out of pocket. I've owned many new cars in my lifetime and never replaced pads under 10k miles. This was a disappointing experience, so I have written a letter to American Honda. There are other similar complaint visible on the web. Honda needs to make improvements to the brake pad materials. Other than this, the car is comfortable, fun to drive and fuel efficient.
Great Car - In Most Situations
BigJon, 01/01/2009
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I'm writing this review to call out one design problem with the Civic. On a long trip the front seats are downright painful. We took a 600 mile trip at Thanksgiving, my wife (5'6") drove down and I (6'1") drove back and we both developed a pain which lasted for about 24 hours afterward. We tried multiple driving positions but to no avail. It was bad enough that we'll never use that car on a long trip again. We got just under 35 miles to the gallon going 80 mph and fully loaded, which was great, but again - if I had purchased this car for a lot of long haul driving I'd already be looking for a replacement. Mileage around town has been disappointing - about 25 mpg.
Exactly what I needed
Chris, 02/21/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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My needs were simple; I am in a household where we typically need a second car from time to time. I wanted a car that delivered good MPG and was safe and reliable that I could pass on to my teenager in a few years. I looked at the compact and subcompacts from Chevrolet, Scion, Toyota, Nissan, Saturn, Pontiac, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Mazda, Hyundai and Kia. The best compliment I can give the car is that I would've still bought for myself even if I didn't have a child approaching driving age. I really love driving it on my work commute. It really is a great car that is a much better value than the ones I listed above. Plus, it will be a dependable and safe "starter" car for my kid in a few years.
Excellent Honda
Stew, 08/16/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Given the time I've had this car, I have had no problems or issues with it. It is a honda. For gas mileage see around 30 now, but only will see greater numbers after 10k miles, proven industry fact. Sporty in manners, corners like a slot car, and driven correctly, will accelerate quickly. Tight as a drum. Excellent package for the money. If you want more, buy an accord, for more $$$.
This is Fun to Drive!
rn5, 11/03/2007
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my second new Civic in two months! After driving my first new 2007 for 3 weeks, a drunk hit me on the driver's side. The side air bags went off perfectly and I walked away from my totaled car. I guess this speaks to the car's safety. Since I purchased an end of 2007 Civic and I liked the car, I went ahead and purchased a 2008-same exact model/color. The new 2008 differs from the 2007 with the addition of a handy tire pressure monitor (which went off a couple of days) and the absence of a key entrance for the for the trunk. Very fun to drive. Excellent handling and braking. Good acceleration. Mileage so far has been 31 (city/hwy).
Great Value - Lots of Car
Tim, 03/02/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I started out looking at the LX and ended up with the EX sedan with Navigation - Gallaxy Gray. This feels like a lot of car for the money. I'm so glad I got it. I went into the process thinking the Navigation system was a waste of money, but a friend talked me into it and I'm really pleased he did. The car is sporty but has plenty of room for a 6-footer. I've only had it a week, but I've been pleased with every aspect. Plenty of pep on the highway, fuel economy seems excellent so far, and it's a fine- looking car. I've read about the blind- spots, but after driving a Cabrio for ten years, I feel like I'm in a fish- bowl now! I now actually look forward to driving - how cool is that?
Will be superb car with some improvement
Sreen, 02/07/2009
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I am using this car for the past 6 months and thought of writing a review based on my experience. I bought this brand new car after reading lot of reviews and research. The car is the best car I have ever owned. The comfort it gives while driving can be compared to major luxury brands in the Sedan section. Mileage is superb, 35+ on highway and 28+ local.
Fun all around
gile, 05/30/2009
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I have had this car for 8 months now and I love it. I never had a fun car that I didn't have to pour gas in. I love the fact you can be lazy and ask yourself "should I stop and get gas today?" lol. The fact that oil changes are not needed until 5000 miles blew me away. The dash is fun and it has lots of contour lines for chrome. The hpp 17" aluminum rims are a nice touch. I have heard many good things about Honda and they are all true. I wish I never spent so much on Chevy's and Fords in the past.
My First Civic
K.D. Adams, 09/12/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I've owned Honda cars for years, but this is my first Civic. Pros: Stylish car, nice ride and performance, dependable Honda quality, good gas mileage. Con: A very deep dashboard makes it and the window difficult to clean if you are petite like me. Automatic door- locking feature interferes with accessibility after exiting the car and then trying to retrieve something inside the car.
My first honda and stick.
Ryan, 01/03/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought the EX on the 31st of last month. I looked at everything Nissan, Mazda, Toyota, Subaru. This car had everything I wanted in a smaller car. Gas mileage is nice, performance is acceptable for what it has, braking and ride comfort is amazing for a small car. My previous car was an AT 95 Concorde, this thing quite a change of pace from that huge car. It feels very planted while driving, and this also being my first stick was fairly easy to learn on I think. I am finding excuses to drive it.
Wonderful car!
Charles, 03/03/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I have been a loyal Toyota owner since 1996, but I bought my first Honda because of its clever interior and nice exterior design. It is much quieter in the Civic EX cabin than in the Prius or Corolla cabin. I love the split dash display, the extra storage nooks on the dash and center console, the large windshield. The ride is wonderfully smooth and quiet. I also love the speed-sensitive volume control. The small storage spot under the heater control was just perfect for my Sirius radio, and I love the auxiliary input below the 12-volt outlet. My only real disappointment is the low fuel efficiency. With my Tercel, I was getting 42 mpg composite. With the Civic EX, I get only 33 mpg.
Very dissapointed
Tito, 02/09/2009
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I trade my excellent and reliable Honda Civic VP 2005 for a Honda 2008. It was the worst decision I made on my life. I am regretting it since day one. Cheap plastic, noisy (I feel every street bump). I cannot get used to the over designed dashboard. Overall very cheap built and overpriced. I cannot afford to trade it but I will do it as soon as I can. Will never buy Honda again. Honda is sleeping on its laurels.
Traded in a Focus
Traded in a Focus, 06/07/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I traded in a 2007 Ford Focus. The interior quality as compared to the Focus is way better. The car is very quiet with the exception of some wind noise. I like the two-tier gauge design, although it took a few days to get used to. I also like the fact that there is no radio antenna sticking up anywhere. The daytime running lights saved me on insurance. There are lots of little features that are cool; such as the automatic door locking/unlocking feature, telescoping steering wheel, etc. My mileage is 37 MPG with 80 percent highway driving. I gave it a slight deduction on exterior design for the lack of a rear spoiler and fog lights.
I love this car!
britt, 05/31/2009
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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This car has been wonderful. It is very fun to drive and feels sporty. It passes very well on the freeway too. I was hit by a semi truck 3 months after getting it on I-5 on ice. He ripped off the whole right side. I was amazed how well the car handled during the crash and afterwords. I managed on ice w/o chains to not crash into the left wall. I think this is an amazing car and is perfect for family, or a young person like me for safety and sport. It gets fantastic mpg to. I recommend it to anyone.
GREAT small car!
jackcolton, 06/25/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I have really bad car A.D.D., and have driven most mainstream cars that have come out in the past 15 or so years. Hondas and Toyota / Lexus are always my favorites (for the obvious reasons), and Honda has really upped their game even more with their new lineup. For the price (especially w / the great lease offers they have), the new Civic is a really smart option. Probably one of the best cars in this price range as far as curb appeal, build quality, gas mileage, and general "fun to drive" factors go. Definitely recommend it!
Disgusted
DJ in Bama, 09/12/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I was transferred to a new plant which increased my drive to around 35 miles one way. I justified buying the Civic based on the 36 mpg. I have documented 8 straight tank fulls, after reaching 3000 miles, that never got over 30. This is driving 30+ interstate miles one way with the cruise set at 70mph. I carried it to the dealer and got nowhere. Wrote Honda a letter and was basically told "your problem." I have 3 Honda's in my driveway now but will not have another! If you are thinking of buying a Civic I strongly suggest you really investigate all other options first.
Good choice
RichK, 05/30/2009
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I commute 160 miles round trip to work every day and have 48,000 miles on this one year old LX 4 door. Reliability has been great. I have gotten up to 42 miles per gallon on the interstate and it's not a hybrid. Cruise control is used and speed is usually around 70 mph. Visibility is good. The car is a 'quiet rider'. Passing power is adequate but there are some strange transmission noises which I'm told is normal. The OEM Goodyear Eagle tires are not wearing well, 40,000 mile are getting noisy and not holding up too well and will be replaced. Overall the car is great and looks good too.
After Three Months
rn5, 01/10/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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After 3 months of driving, I've settled in. The car is very fun to drive. Handling and braking: Superb. I am 5'6" and seating: Fine. Acceleration: very adequate. Stick shift: easy. Road noise: Not absent but certainly tolerable for conversations. Stereo is v.good and controls on the steering wheel are very handy. Plenty of storage in main compartment and trunk. The instrument panel takes very little to get used to. Panel can be adjusted for trip odometer (up to 2 trips), total mileage, outside temperature-nice. City/Hwy Mileage has been 31 steady. Hwy = 37/38. Moonroof is a must-fun! Only problem: Headlights needed adjustment (too low).
Fuel milage is below expectations
LB, 06/28/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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It's a little car that gets about 28 MPG combined driving and around 33 MPG on highway. This is very close to what our 2004 Accord does, and the Accord is 4 years old. I was expecting MORE. It is well constructed and easy to drive. The driver seat is a little hard. I do not like the gas gauge; would prefer one that shows 1/4 1/2, 3/4 and full. Those little dots on the gas gauge leaves much to be desired. The AC is not adequate at low speeds and the split level puts too much on the feet and not enough on the upper level. I may not keep this car very long.
Excellent buy
Shelly, 01/11/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I've owned my Civic for about a month and am extremely satisfied with my purchase. I test drove a Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, but the Civic was a better sized car for me and still has the features I love.
First Impressions
Step, 01/14/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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This is my first non-performance driven car and I am impressed with this 1.8L engine.(To give some background, I have had a 305 V8 and turbos on a small V6) It can get the job done. I test drove many other cars in this class and most felt like they would fall apart in 2 years. The Civic feels solid but only time will tell. The only big problem I have with this car is the road noise! I can be aweful at times! Need a premium radio just to drown out the noise! I am looking at options like dynamat and quitcar to help with the noise.