Honda Civic Hatchback 1.8 i-VTEC EX 5d (2006/55) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Mines the EX, so has all the toys, value for money on the gadget front compared to competitors.
Costs
Should be good, I've paid for the Honda Happiness so servicing for five years only £500. Petrol consumption sitting at 36mpg after a weekend of showing it off and a couple of days town driving to work.
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On the road
Driving
Superb handling, backed up by Michelin Pilot's, no complaints here. Steering sharp and precise. Gearbox tight and accurate. Although everything is only 300 miles old.
Performance
Feels as quick as my old Peugeot 206 GTi and smoother at the same time. Something you expect from that type of car. Vtec sounds awesome through the twin exhausts, not even needed to take it over 4000rpm to achieve satisfying performance.
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Living with it
Reliability
It's a Honda, fingers crossed it won't let me down
Image
Gets looks everywhere, mine's in Galaxy Grey, back end not to everyone's taste but I don't think any of the styling is too extreme, just different and clever. I love how it looks. Once you've sat in it try comparing to anything else......
Comfort
Nice wide seats, could be a little more bolstered. Leg room is fine, I'm 5' 11'', head room fine, masses of space in the back.
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Security and Service
Security
Comes with Cat 1 Alarm and Immobiliser, deadlocks, alarm is ultrasonic and car will lock itself if left for a little while.
Service
I didn't buy through Honda as wouldn't offer anything in way of a 'deal'. Bought through Sainsburys Bank.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Slight issue with the boot not opening fully on the struts, may need some looking into.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes