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Used 2012 Honda Civic Sedan Consumer Reviews

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4.25 out of 5 stars

You are not buying a Mercedes

carlonz, 03/02/2012
2012 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful

So I have had my Civic for one week. Traded a 2005 Altima SL LOADED. I have a base LX automatic. I bought this solely for the gas mileage and in that respect I am getting much more than I expected. This is not a luxury car so don't buy it if that is what you are looking for. The drive is nice and tight, shifting is smooth, braking is decent. It is stylish and solid. I have about 250 miles on it and I have averaged about 36 mpg with 80% hwy and 20% city driving. This is my first Honda and so far I am extremely impressed. I was able to buy it for a touch less than invoice which made it very reasonably priced. I highly recommend this car if you are looking to save gas money.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Happy Cowboy

makerwright, 10/10/2011
2012 Honda Civic LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
18 of 24 people found this review helpful

I'm a recreational shooter, and I do alot of highway driving on the weekends to participate in various shooting events. For many years I've made these trips in 4X4 trucks and have wasted alot of gas in the process. I wanted a vehicle that gets great mpg, would effectively haul myself and my equipment, and has the comforts of A/C, cruise, auto, CD, power locks and windows. I also wanted to buy from a manufacturer with a lengendary rep for longevity and reliability. The Civic LX sedan fits my needs wonderfully. My trips regularly take me over the high mountain passes of Colorado, and even with the automatic transmission the civic has no problem doing the speed limit over the hills.

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4 out of 5 stars

What has Happened!

Jeremy Gaertner, 10/12/2015
2012 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful

I have driven a Honda since I was 16, but thanks to Honda's following other auto makers to increase profits and forget about why we buy their products, which was that they used to run forever. My Honda needed new wheel bearings at 50000 miles, road noise is terrible, volume/tuner control knob stopped working by 75000 miles and customer service at my dealership is terrible, I feel like I owe the receptionist at the service department an apology for bringing my car in for repairs and interrupting their day.

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars

Poorly Designed Lots of Rattles and Buzzes

ielmike, 01/29/2012
2012 Honda Civic HF 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
14 of 19 people found this review helpful

I just bought a 2012 Civic and I can't enjoy it because there is a vibrating/rattling sound coming from the dash and it is driving me crazy. I took it in and the service department said there was no noise. Huh? My mechanic and I went for a ride and he said Honda is nuts and there is a problem with the assembly with loose screws and vibrating cables behind the dash. I wish I could enjoy it but I really can't. I am going to get rid of it and get a Toyota. I'll loose a lot of money but i can't stand that noise. I drove from Chicago to Grand Rapids and had terrible neck and should pain afterwards. I could deal with it if it weren't for that stupid noise.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Not too shabby

moondog75, 05/09/2011
2012 Honda Civic EX-L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5A)
11 of 15 people found this review helpful

Just got my Dyno Blue EX-L Civic about a week ago. Going from my 2009 Nissan Titan Crew Cab was a bit tough, but this is a great little car. The new design is very cool, and the tech gadgets are fun. The MPG is great, and the econ mode makes the car gutless, but it's easy to switch off if you need more zip. If you are looking for a really nice commuter car or a great car for around town...this is it. I have had several Honda's in the past and they are reliable and well built. You can't go wrong with this little guy.

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