Other Honda Civic (2006 - 2011) models:

  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Not sure really - pretending to be young?

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Most people love the looks although some hate it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. The normal Honda quality is missing from this design. Add to that the woeful ride quality.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Just ordered a BMW 318i.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £15,400

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2007

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Resonably good deal with fair trade-in price.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Looks, previous Honda experience

    What was the dealer like?

    I have used Phoenix Honda for about 12 years and have always been happy with them.

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Drives well, plenty of power, bad visibility, utterly apalling ride quality - it will have your fillings out over mild bumps.

    What's it like to park?

    Reverse parking almost impossible due to impractical spoiler

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Front struts, rear shock absorbers, loose front windscreen, failed front suspension drop link, rear disks scored (twice)

    What's most practical about your car?

    It's spacious and economical

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Magic seats