Honda Civic Hatchback 1.8i VTi 5d (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Expensive to buy, but ok to run (for 167bhp). Almost a full-on luxury car.
Costs
Parts not exactly cheap. Insurance quite high.
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On the road
Driving
Brill steering feedback, but a little soft during fast cornering. Grip seems ok, although I have not been pushing it in the wet.
Performance
2 cars in one; hot-ish hatch below 6000rpm, rocket after. Some reviews say it goes 139mph - ideal for Tescos.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems. Well serviced Hondas usually 100%.
Image
Erm, It's a Honda Civic - bit of an OAP magnet.
Comfort
Excellent ride, but seats have little or no side bolsters! On the plus side - leather seats, air con, 4x elec windows, etc...
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Security and Service
Security
Allegedly, door handles make it easy to break in to. Basic immobiliser.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Sweet as a nut.
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes