Honda Civic Running Costs
Overall Average Rating: 84.56%
Position in the Top 100 cars: 62nd
Considering early models are getting on for eight years old now, this isn’t a bad result for the Civic.
A top 10 finish for reliability is great for buyers, while 31st for build is no mean feat.
However, handling, comfort and ride quality are all areas that suffer.
Manufacturer Verdict (Position: 5th)
Bosses will be concerned to see Honda drop two places in the manufacturer chart. The Top 100 podium eluded the Accord and Civic, so all hope will rest on the latest Jazz boosting the firm’s ranking next year.
Overall Average: 57th in Driver Power 2010
Owners who would buy a Honda Civic Owner Reviews Container again
52nd in Driver Power 2010
Owners who would buy another Honda Civic again:
26th in Driver Power 2010
Running Cost: 42nd in Driver Power 2010
V-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
My car suits me perfectly & i'm glad because I spent months choosing a car. I'm very picky about my car I like to keep it clean & everything working. I use it day in day out to commute to work everyday. It has total reliability whilst being rather sporting & stylish to look at, It always stands out from the crowd. It has a VTEC engine which gives great fuel economy, & fantastic performance from only a 1.6. The interior is well built & hard wearing & all the controls at in easy to reach places. For only a small 3 door hatchback is has huge amounts of space inside the cabin with plenty of storage locations.
The best about the car though is the smile it puts on my face whenever I get in it, & go for a drive just for the fun of it.
Cost: 5/5
07-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
I paid a lot o extra money to have the best alloy wheels option sand image pack.I bought Honda because of residuals and reputation for quality. The dealer hasn't managed to stop the dashboard/windscreen rattle in 3 years. Also the alloys started to bubble and Honda are now fighting a warranty claim because the wheels have some kerbing. How this could be connected to the bubbling issue in the middle of the wheel rims is a mystery. and they won't explain why. To say I am disappointed is an understatement. Both my Hondas are due for replacement and they won't be getting my custom at a time that dealers need to shift metal.
Cost: 5/5
05-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Civic Type R is a lot of car for the money. It's not the most comfortable on longer journeys but that's not what I think it's best at, or designed for. For a hot-hatch it's very practicle, I can get my mountain bike in the back (and now push chair too). Also it has ISOfix - something not all 'family' cars have as standard. Excellent fun to drive, even after nearly 5 years of ownership. Would I change it? If I can find anything with the same amount of fun/power/drivability/cheap servicing costs maybe...
Cost: 5/5
07-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Slipping clutch at less than 30,000 miles - told due to excessive wear but will not be coverd under warranty, hard suspention, knocks and creaks had to have new break pads all round before 30,000 miles. Bad blind spots due to front windscreen pillar thickness. Rear window has no wiper and though self clearing it only clears at speed so no use for reversing out of th edrive in a morning or from a car park.
Nice styling, lovely dashboard, very flexible rear seats very willing engin and fuel economy not bad.
Cost: 3/5
06-reg Diesel, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Beautiful engineerd deign with a great engine and gear box...50mpg and sub 9sec 0-60mph...brillant dash...speedo brilliant for quick change to km from mph..handy for regular trips into km southern ireland..from NI...so reliable and those magic seats are increditable
for space...no aeriel is handy for garage parking....heated leather seats..are now an essential luxury!
Cost: 5/5
54-reg Diesel, Owner for 3 to 5 years
I have had problems with the starter motor and Mass Air Flow sensor, which the dealer fixed very quickly under the extended warranty. The Civic is roomy, comfortable and easy to drive. It cruises well on motorways and still manages to be enjoyable to drive on country roads, while returning a real-world average of 46 mpg even with my heavy right foot.
Cost: 5/5
06-reg Diesel, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Styling still stands out though possibly dating. Lots of interior room for size of car. Not a drivers car, interior plastics cheap and mark easily. On plus side I have had some excellent service from the dealer. Shame I don't like the car - looking forward to changing it this year - it's not been an enjoyable 4 years!
Cost: 3/5
56-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
I think my Honda Civic is quite a good car, thou I always said that it should have a rear wiper. I'm looking forward to the next Civic that is suppose to be coming out, I read in your magazine (Auto Express) in August 08 that a new Civic modle was in the pipe line, but I'm still waiting.
Cost: 5/5
57-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Absolutely nothing has gone wrong with the car since I purchased it 18 months ago, having covered 18000 miles. It is quick, practical and economical, averaging 51 mpg in that time. The only downside is the excessive roadnoise on poor surfaces.
Cost: 5/5
06-reg Diesel, Owner for Less than a year
FABULOUS car - immensely practical and economical - let down by poor electrics and intransigent manufacturer. Power steering ECU failed during warranty and again just out of warranty. Manufacturer refused warranty / goodwill repair.
Cost: 5/5
52-reg Petrol, Owner for More than 5 years
Very pleased with the car, it still has its original exhaust after 7 years and 99000 miles! Aircon heat exchanged is leaking and needs replacing but I haven't got around to doing it yet.
Cost: 5/5
07-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Outstanding package with exceptional style and a good driving experience. The only criticism would be the paint has a tendency to
chip and lack of proper spare wheel as standard.
Cost: 5/5
57-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Great styling and practicality. Reliable.
Slightly disappoinging economy compared to manufacturer's stated figures.
Slightly disappointing handling and ride.
Cost: 3/5
07-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Brilliant car, shame about the rear shock absorber niggles. Fuel economy not brilliant but great acceleration & fantastic gearbox. Needs a rear wash/wipe.
Cost: 4/5
07-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Excellent. Very impressed especially with the interior, practicality, economy and performance. It's an estate, family and sports car rolled into one!
Cost: 5/5
59-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Very good car with excellent design features like dashboard and steering but spoiled by thirsty engine and a second-rate automatic gearbox
Cost: 1/5
06-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Couple of issues which seemed to afflict many Civic owners. However, repairs carried out without fuss by the dealer under warranty
Cost: 5/5
56-reg Diesel, Owner for 3 to 5 years
A fantastic, economical, sporty and flexible vehicle that other vehicles can only claim one or two of these abilities.
Cost: 5/5
55-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
An excellent runaround or long distance car with superb flexible space inside and a great unique shape outside!
Cost: 5/5
57-reg Diesel, Owner for Less than a year
Space ship like interior. Functional insides and space. Great for long distance drives and half decent economy.
Cost: 4/5
53-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Most reliable vehicle I have ever owned.Good on fuel, economical on tyres and brakes, all in all a superb motor
Cost: 5/5
06-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Suspension not suited to British unmaintained roads. Fine on the Continent but shaking itself to pieces here.
Cost: 5/5
08-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
second civic I have had in 2 1/2 years.Best car around and will replace with another in next 18 months
Cost: 5/5
09-reg Diesel, Owner for Less than a year
a great different design It does everything I expected and with ease. Style performance and economy
Cost: 5/5
59-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
INCREDIBLE CAR, MY THIRD AND I STILL WANT ANOTHER ONE. JT HUGHES, HONDA A GREAT DELAERSHIP.
Cost: 5/5
57-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Excellent with one minor niggle with rear damper that Honda are still trying to solve.
Cost: 5/5
07-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
besides silly things we can happen with cars, Honda can be more
expensive than others,
Cost: 3/5
09-reg Diesel, Owner for Less than a year
The Civic is a terrific car. I previously would only drive estates; this is as good.
Cost: 5/5
58-reg Diesel, Owner for Less than a year
The car is everything required to travel 30k miles per year and still enjoy driving.
Cost: 5/5
59-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
It's stylish, reliable, fast and fairly economical with a generous sized boot.
Cost: 3/5
08-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
A very good combination of economy, practicality, performance and reliability
Cost: 5/5
59-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Outstanding in all aspects except that it is a bit expensive for what it is.
Cost: 5/5
Other-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Love, just dropped the old one off and got a new one.. same model newer car.
Cost: 5/5
58-reg Hybrid/Alt, Owner for Less than a year
Great, but fuel economy not as good as anticipated from the hybrid engine
Cost: 4/5
07-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
everything a family car should be 40-50 mpg around town 60 plus on a run.
Cost: 5/5
05-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Not the most dynamic but practical, comfortable, economical & reliable.
Cost: 5/5
Other-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Ok, quite reliable but if it does break down, quite expensive to repair
Cost: 3/5
08-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Comes up to all my expectations after reading Auto Express road tests
Cost: 5/5
08-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
BRILLIANT CAR SHAME ABOUT THE SUSPENSION WHICH CAUSES RATTLES.
Cost: 5/5
07-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Very good all round. Excellent fuel economy. Great styling.
Cost: 5/5
08-reg Diesel, Owner for Less than a year
An excellent combination of performance, economy and space
Cost: 5/5
R-reg Petrol, Owner for More than 5 years
Wish I could get another one of the same model - 1.5VTec
Cost: 5/5
09-reg Diesel, Owner for Less than a year
Very good all round although, economy could be better.
Cost: 4/5
06-reg Diesel, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Excellent looks, performance, reliability, economy.
Cost: 5/5
51-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Nice and powerful if a little on the thirsty side!
Cost: 2/5
06-reg Diesel, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Great design, practical, economical and reliable
Cost: 5/5
09-reg Diesel, Owner for Less than a year
Great car just let down by a couple of rattles.
Cost: 5/5
56-reg Hybrid/Alt, Owner for 3 to 5 years
does what it says. Good, reliable and economic.
Cost: 5/5
07-reg Hybrid/Alt, Owner for 1 to 3 years
excellent. reliable, comfortable, cheap to run
Cost: 5/5
56-reg Diesel, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Fantastic car, suited me down to the ground.
Cost: 3/5
Y-reg Petrol, Owner for More than 5 years
all round good but not the most economical.
Cost: 3/5
06-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Durabilty,reliability and economy all good.
Cost: 5/5
58-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
A superb car my second of the same model.
Cost: 5/5
09-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
fab car from Honda afte owning two jazzes
Cost: 5/5
58-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Really excellent. I love my Honda Civic.
Cost: 5/5
09-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Good car, great dealer, perfectly happy.
Cost: 5/5
07-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Excellent. Service expensive but good.
Cost: 5/5
56-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Great car let down by poor suspension
Cost: 5/5
55-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
The Premier Civic Type R is brilliant
Cost: 5/5
08-reg Diesel, Owner for Less than a year
A great car, really love driving it.
Cost: 5/5
59-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
I wish I had bought a Honda earlier
Cost: 3/5
Y-reg Petrol, Owner for More than 5 years
Its an expensive maintenance car
Cost: 2/5
08-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
The best car I've ever owned!
Cost: 5/5
06-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
great with loads of features
Cost: 5/5
05-reg , Owner for 1 to 3 years
Best car i have had so far.
Cost: 5/5
59-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Overall happy with the car
Cost: 5/5
08-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
great car useless in snow.
Cost: 1/5
08-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Excellent value for money.
Cost: 5/5
57-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Cost: 5/5
07-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Cost: 5/5
08-reg Hybrid/Alt, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Cost: 5/5
06-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Cost: 5/5
58-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Cost: 5/5
53-reg Petrol, Owner for More than 5 years
Cost: 3/5
06-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Cost: 5/5
54-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Cost: 5/5
03-reg Petrol, Owner for 3 to 5 years
Cost: 5/5
06-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Cost: 5/5
07-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Cost: 3/5
56-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Cost: 5/5
07-reg Petrol, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Cost: 5/5
07-reg Diesel, Owner for 1 to 3 years
Cost: 5/5
59-reg Petrol, Owner for Less than a year
Cost: 3/5
T-reg Petrol, Owner for More than 5 years
Cost: 3/5
