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Best Compact Family Car

Honda Civic

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BEST COMPACT FAMILY CAR: Honda Civic

Innovation is the key to the success of Honda’s Civic. The manufacturer took big risks in its quest for the perfect compact family car – and it paid off.

Designed, engineered and built in Britain, the new Civic is the perfect example of a true Auto Express champion. Great to look at, spacious, solidly built and fun to drive, there is no area in which this car does anything else other than dominate its opposition. And there is very stiff competition in a sector of the market packed with some of the UK’s top-selling cars.

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While there is no estate version of the Civic, the versatility offered by the standard hatchback will fulfil the needs of nearly all buyers. A huge 485-litre boot, flexible folding seats and bags of passenger space make the Honda a tempting proposition for anyone who needs to carry adults in the back.

Those focusing on style can choose the three-door Civic. But the strength in depth of the design means that sacrifices in practicality are minimal.

Another cornerstone of the Honda’s package is its engine range. Efficient petrol units and the most refined diesel in the sector add to the strength of the top-class engineering. And as if that isn’t enough, you have told us year after year in our annual Driver Power survey that Honda’s franchised dealer network is one of the best.

Commended: Ford Focus

Shortlist:
Honda Civic
Nissan Qashqai
Ford Focus
Kia Cee’d
Fiat Bravo
Hyundai i30
SEAT Leon
Volkswagen Golf
Peugeot 308
Vauxhall Astra
Toyota Auris
 

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