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Update to earlier review
Brant, 05/30/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Now that I have owned the car for a month I wanted to add to my previous review. Swapping out the OEM tires was a must. Whether you have the Goodyears or the Bridgestones, both are poorly rated on Tirerack and other sites. I had Custom Coach in Southington, CT move the drivers seat back a few inches ($350) and this has made the car much more comfortable for my 6'2" frame though the seats are not the best. Gas mileage is terrific at 34 to 37 mostly highway at 70-75 mph. Car is relatively refined and fun to drive for an economy car. No regrets trading in my V6 Accord for this car and that is saying something.
Amazing
Bucfan47, 03/05/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I have only 400 miles so far, but can't be any happier. This is my 9th Honda since 1988, and this car is amazing. The style, gas mileage, functionality. I traded a 201 Civic EX with 228,000 miles. What a difference
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!
Pretty Good So Far!
SChow, 03/17/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I've only had my car a couple weeks so it's hard to comment on things like MPG. Still on the first tank of gas, and I've gotten 170+ miles and the gauge is still a tad bit above 1/2. But everything is great about this car. The interior is so much nicer than the other cars I tested, but I did notice a couple small fit and finish issues, but nothing major. I will have to get used to not being able to see the hood of my car so it'll be a bit of a pain to parallel park for a while here. I'll also have to mention the manual gearbox as it has a pretty short and precise shifting action and feels good. The clutch is pretty user friendly for a newbie like me and overall the car feels pretty sporty.
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).
First Honda....Not the Last!
dspears, 03/20/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Just traded a 2006 Jetta Diesel for this beauty. What a great car. I am especially glad now that diesel is over 4.00 here. I saw an earlier post that trashed the transmission....mine is flawless. Smooth shifting...I was really surprised by the low rpms at 62 mph, around 2000. I am 6', and this car is super comfortable. Gas mileage is a little less than the jetta, but it will more that even out with the price difference. Combined first tank mpg was 36. I have a 07 yukon xl, and an 06 2500 chev duramax, this is by far my favorite to drive. Huge trunk, nice stereo, I really love this car.
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.
Car for future teen driver??
Su, 04/03/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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With gas prices rising I knew it was time to trade in the F-150 King Ranch. I test drove hybrids and did the math. This car made the most sense to me. I drive 50/50 city/hwy. Right now I have less than 1,000 miles on the motor, waiting to see if the mpg meets my expectations. Also read the "cost to operate"...Civic looked good! This is a cheap car and so you get what you pay for. If you have champagne taste, this is not the car for you. Have your list of extras that you like, and find the Honda that fits you. Don't complain later! You're suppose to be an adult.
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!
Not sure that this car will last
Mark, 03/28/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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This car replaced a 1993 Subaru Legacy with 175000 miles on it. The Subaru (my third) was reliable and sturdy but the gas mileage wasn't great. The gas mileage on the Honda has been terrific and I like the 5 speed automatic (I spend a lot of time in traffic). However, I'm not impressed with the quality of the interior materials. There is a frequent squeaking noise from the dash/windshield junction, as if the windshield was not set in correctly. The dealer can hear the noise but has been unable to locate the source of the problem. After two months the plastic on the door panels and dash already have permanent scratches despite careful handling. I never had this type of problem with a Subaru.
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!
Good second car
Leon, 03/29/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I was looking for a second car to make our family less dependent on each other with commuting. This car is probably the best compromise between the price and quality for a compact sedan. I enjoy driving it every time
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.
Happy with my Civic :)
Step-Mom, 09/30/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Bought this car to replace my '03 Accord that was totaled in an accident. Was considering a new Accord, but the price of Accords have gone up from when I purchased my '03. And I was looking for a car with better gas mileage than the current Accord. I decided to give the Civic a chance. I'm glad I did! I loved this car from my first test drive. It is surprisingly roomy and has a peppy engine---acceleration is more than adequate. I have only owned this car for 1 month. 3 tanks of gas with gas mileage slowly improving from 28 to 29, to 30. This is with my A/C on ALL the time (in 100+ degrees) and with mixed highway/city driving. I am sure gas mileage will improve.
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.
Brakes don't work - I just crashed it
Edward Mullich, 04/06/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I just bought this car. The only problem is that the brakes don't work. Maybe Honda doesn't see the brake system as something really necessary. It happened with me twice and with my wife three times today. She crashed the car and destroyed the driver door. The car was three days ago in the dealer to be fixed. They said that is a normal problem because is an automatic and it takes 1 or 2 minutes for the brakes to start working. Can you believe? If they don't fix everything I will go to court.
BUY ONE
WashingtonDCDriver, 04/03/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had a Pontiac Formula, Chevy Cavalier, Acura 3.0 CL and now the royal blue Honda Civic! Beats all of the others. I test drove others but was SO impressed with it I had to take it. I got the car out the door for 20k. Although I miss a v6, the engine is peppy. Drove it from DC to SC within the first week! 37 MPG averaging 70+ mph and sunroof/windows open most of the way. Handled great and study. reliability cannot be beat. Get the leather...seat heaters are great and the car comes with a bunch of standard features...stereo isn't bad either. I would highly suggest! Car shifts with ease too...really an all around great car. Actually roomy too...size of older accords.
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.
A nice car
dan, 12/09/2007
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Been driving this for less than a month now, it has 1200 miles on it. So far it absolutely amazing. It's really fun to drive, Great care for a good deal. You can always buy more comfortable seat add-ons. Blind spot can be easily fixed. Just adjust mirror to see more of the next lane, so all you have to do is turn head once and look at in mirror. Parking is not an issue, can always reverse and re-park. Kinda huge, but its fine.
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.
I have a bad feeling about this
Atman, 04/03/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Ever do something then get the feeling you just did something really bad? This is a basic LX, I've only had it 3 weeks so far, but am finding things out I hate. When you open the rear windows it creates a horrible loud noise that almost caused me to wreck. It hurts our ears so badly. I asked my dealer about it and 7 people jumped up really working me over saying ALL Honda's do it and so do all other vehicles. They are aware of the defect and have a bulletin about the buffeting noise. I'm telling you, the Sonata didn't do it and neither did my 626. The interior is cheap. If you get scratches you're just out of luck. Mine came with them on the steering column. Really poor stereo.
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.
My First Honda
My first Honda, 12/09/2007
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I can honestly say that I was very unhappy when my fiancee decided he wanted to trade both of our higher end vehicles in on a new Honda Civic. He had owned a 2000 Civic and loved that car. He kept telling me that I would love the new one more every day. I was skeptical, but he was right. I love this car! The interior is much more comfortable than I expected and a lot bigger too. I love the fact that I can hook my iPod right into it. The exterior is just the right amount of sporty for me. I thought the 4 cyclinder engine would be a problem but it has plenty of get up and go and a very quiet and smooth ride. The best thing, the two-tiered dash with the blue lights. I love that!
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!
Getting used to my new car
specialfind1, 04/08/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I have had this car for a week now. Am sure I will get used to this vehicle soon, which is why I wanted to write before getting too accustomed to it. Was driving a Chrysler Sebring Convertible before this (a great guy magnet) but owned many Hondas previous to that, including the Accord, Odyssey and a CRV. Seats are very uncomfortable. Back seat was exceptionally uncomfortable for three passengers. Hondas used to have nearly flawless, logical interior design but the company just went too cheap on this model. Sun visor cannot even be quickly pulled down because roof indentation is on right-hand side of visor. Car is noisy too, including whistling windshield noise of unidentifiable origin.
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).
Great car so far
utgolfer, 12/12/2007
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I bought this car after reviewing and driving all the cars in this class and this was the best value for me. I was just looking for good gas mileage and good reliability. I love driving this car and it gets good gas mileage, so hopefully the reliability will be there over time(because it's a Honda). I'm not quite sure about the stereo built into the dash yet because if I want to upgrade to an aftermarket stereo, it will be almost impossible. The stereo sounds fine though, so an upgrade might not be necessary. The seats are a little uncomfortable, but they seem the same as other sporty cars - it doesn't bother me. Overall, I'm very pleased with my purchase.
great car
A, 06/25/2016
2008 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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i just sold my honda civic and i have been looking at new cars and i cant find anything i like as much as my honda. The car worked great even after falling asleep at the wheel and driving off into a field. i owned the car for 9 years and drive almost an hour everywhere i go. this is a great car my only complaint in the air, which i never got checked out but would randomly quit working during long drives in the last year of having my car.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
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.
Love my civic
Stacie, 04/11/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I bought my Civic in December after my last car died. I have to say I have been impressed from day one. I was looking for a good fuel efficient car with decent look and en even better price. Honda has impressed me all the may. The gas mileage is great particularly in the stop and go rush hour traffic. The interior is roomy and comfortable with plenty of leg room. I have not heard the loud road noise that some reviewers complain about. This is my first Honda but I know it won't be my last.
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.
2008 Civic EX-L Nav
Cloud, 04/14/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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There are a few things I would like to see better on this car, One is the noise level of the road is load, Also the Sound System is one of the worst I have ever heard, Also No Bluetooth, What is with that? I will be changing Speakers ASAP, and put Dyno matt down under the Carpet! This will help a lot! Overall I like the car.
Fun to Drive and Overall a Good Value.
Dana, 04/14/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Fun to drive? That's Because my Civic is averaging 32-35 mpg, now I can actually afford to drive. I drive approximately 70% highway and 30% city and back roads. Our highways are hilly here in West Virginia and my city driving includes many steep hills. In flatter terrain it should approach 40 mpg. The Civic is sporty / fun to drive and handles most driving conditions well. I actually look forward to driving it. Value: Hey, I did the comparisons too, it has one of the highest MSRP's in its class. Check the private party sale value of a 2006 Civic LX AT with 60K miles. The true market value of $12K is more than the asking price of new 2008 models in this segment less the Corolla.
Impressed with civic exl
andrew, 06/03/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Just purchased a exl civi auto. This is a luxury compact car with room in it. Sweet engine, nice leather seating and most all the bells and whistles. Quiet, sporty, frugal, and good looking. Just loving it. With good gas mileage, an upscale interior, why pay more.
Saving a Ton on Gas
Steven, 06/06/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I purchased my civic a few months ago in order to find a reliable replacement for my truck, which was on its last leg. Over time, I've come to appreciate the civic more and more. With only 2000 miles on the odometer, I'm averaging around 28 mpg in the city and nearly 38 on the highway. I purchased the EXL model in dark red with tan leather. The car feels solid and looks beautiful. Our family previously owned a 2002 civic and this model is a great improvement! The car was tuned for fuel economy and not performance, so it tends to buck a bit if I accelerate hard from a dead stop. However, I'm saving nearly $30 a week in gas, so I have no complaints.
Great all around car
Dave, 06/10/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Bought the EX Sedan 1 1/2 months ago and have not regretted it. The car is very smooth and has great road handling ability. Gas mileage is very good. The quality of construction does not leave much if anything to be desired. When you shut the door you can feel you are in a solid car. Looked at the MX-3 and Corolla and the Civic won hands down. It is a nice car to take out onto the highway and and nice to zip around town in. The interior is roomier than expected for a small car.
Good Car, but Pricey
Micheleathome, 01/18/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I just purchased my Civic EX-L two weeks ago. My previous car was a Maxima so this is very different. The Civic is no longer a cheap car to buy. The final price was over 22K. It is probably worth it though. The coupe is fun to drive and handles the road well. The car gets around 26 miles to the gallon so far in city driving using regular grade gas. Most of the controls are easy to use. The steering wheel is in the way of the tachometer (located on the lower tier of the dashboard). I don't need to see it anyway. The only problems so far are a dashboard rattle and the driver's side door handle keeps loosening. There is also a big blind spot in the coupe.
Modern, Economic, Fun to Drive, Comfort
Frank, 04/14/2008
2008 Honda Civic DX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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These are still my first month with my Honda Civic and I am just so happy to drive it. It's quiet on the highway and very comfortable. It's also fuel efficient at this point.
Expected Better Gas Mileage
JVM, 01/15/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I absolutely love the way the car handles. It feels like a sports car. At first glance, I did not like the new dash, however, it really grows on you. The only item I was disappointed in was fuel mileage. I was expecting at least 30 to 31 mpg in city/highway driving, but I am only averaging 27/28 mpg. I do drive for fuel economy; so hopefully when the car is broken in more, the mileage will improve.
Exceeds Expectations
Brian F, 04/15/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I traded in my 4wd SUV for a 2008 Civic EX w/nav for the purposes of reducing my monthly payment and cutting my fuel consumption. Mission accomplished. I figure to save around $400 a month (about $150 on payment and $250 on gas). I fully expected to sacrifice power, comfort, and cargo space. While I did lose a little power, the Civic is surprisingly and deceptively roomy on the interior. And the large trunk and fold-down rear seats allow for more than adequate cargo capacity. Adequate power, plenty of room (even for me at 6' tall and 220 lbs), and an interior (with voice activated navigation and digital gages) that gives off a "luxury car" feel leaves me with no regrets whatsoever.
A No Brainer
Lenny, 04/17/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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just bought this car for my wife. after 2 weeks of hopeless negotiation with Toyota, i finally came to my senses. i almost paid 21,700 for a 09 corolla S series, with tax. that blue speckled interior is just childish. i was gonna go with the XLE but I couldn't see paying over 20 grand for a car with hubcaps. i decided to buy this car, and i got it for 22,100 with tax. WITH leather, WITH navigation. vs. the corolla. theres just no comparison. the leather definitely brings the car "to the next level". It's the nicest car you're gonna get unless you can afford an accord, or an acura. bottom line. and the only car for 22,000 you're ever gonna get with leather. open the car door and inhale!
So far pretty good
grk, 01/21/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I wanted a small car. All small cars I test drove were only 128 hp. Upgrade to 140 hp for a marginal price increase and similar gas mileage was the main reason for us to buy this car. Milage was low intially but picked to 33 mpg for half freeway and half within city driving conditions. I wish they had remote trunk popup button on the key.
Zippy "big" Little Car
bman101, 04/25/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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First Honda I have ever owned. I have always had trucks (Fords f-150's). Really miss my truck, but man do I like going over 420 miles and only spending $37.00 in gas (just filled up today)! My truck would have cost me over $90.00! Love it!!!!
Everything but the comfort
Dzigi, 04/26/2008
2008 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Yes, true can't expect much comfort from civic, but as previous owner of 00 Civic comparing with 08 can say that 08 civic is below my expectation. Front seats are uncomfortable and hand brake hurt my knee every time I drive it. Still haven't driven it on longer relations but it'll be painful.
Great Car
Todd, 06/12/2009
2008 Honda Civic EX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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I was shocked on a highway trip to get 41mpg on the highway... far better than the 26 I used to get with my last car, a BMW. I am a tall person, 6'2'' and easily fit in the car. I love the sporty styling and well appointed ergonomics. This car has great visibility due to the huge windshield. You will ride very low to the ground... but I'm sure that has something to do with reducing drag.
Fun with svings
Scar, 04/22/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan w/Navigation (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Not my first Civic and won't be my last. I have had this Civic for about two months and I am very happy. Getting over 30 MPG.
Just Got Another
Very satisfied, 04/28/2008
2008 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
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Got this one for the wife, who puts about 2000 miles/month on it. I liked it so much I got one too, but manual. Traded an '04 350Z so I could drive all year in Idaho. The stick version feels quite a bit quicker than the auto. A friend and I both have both trannys. The EPA lies, the manual gets 2-3 mpg more (30/35 vs 32/37) if it matters. Drove the Si w/ intent to buy it but this wonderful engine isn't special til over 6 grand up to 8500 rpm. This is not useful unless you're a wannabe racer. I'd like the power in the midrange like my Z. So the Si is a great handling car with nothing to offer mature drivers.