Still looks the part despite having been an 8th Gen.
Economical to run and easy to use around town.
Cheap to maintain.
Great overall car for around town and heading out of town.

Hardly uses any petrol once it's in 5th gear or on the open roads.

Recommend to anyone.

August 11th 2018 Update: Type R EP3...Read more

Honda Civic 2011 base model, Vti; is a perfectly sensible and a practical car. It's not exactly quick, nor has it got torque to pull a boat. But if you want a car that starts every time you hit the wheel, and keeps driving you comfortably and reliably to work and other places, at a reasonable price point and relatively economically can't go past this one.

Descent space to accomodate 4 adults and average luggage, or a family with two or three young children in the back. The seats are comfortable, ride is reasonably smooth, but misses on the ...Read more

Owned the Honda from new and just sold it with 105,000 on it. Only issue in the 9 years was an air conditioning relay failure that cost $45. Servicing was very cheap, didn't even need brake pads replacing in that time. It was due for a plug change which is a bit of a task on the 2l as some bits and pieces need to be removed to get access. Was great on fuel.
Air conditioning was good and cold, however the climate air was a bit primitive. If set to a high temperature (ie in winter) it would just blow cold air until the car warmed up. My Mazda do...Read more

I bought a brand new Honda Civic VTI, 1.8Lt, automatic from a Honda dealer in Brisbane. The car has always been serviced on time as per log book and just recently done 104,000 km. Original Dunlop Sport tires lasted about 60,000 before it was changed. My first problem with the car was when the speedometer hit 104,000 and cracked engine mount. Repair cost $550 for FRH side mount. Other than that no issues so far.

NEGATIVES

* The car weights about 1.4 tons and not enough engine power.

* Ever since I bought the car, both rear tries press...Read more

I find my 2009 Honda Civic Sedan handles poorly on roundabouts, etc. The rear boot is to narrow, but I new this when I purchased the car (my fault). I find I have to take a wide approach to get the vehicle properly positioned when parking at shopping center and other similar parking spots. I often have difficulty getting second gear to select immediately, regardless of speed and other factors. Air conditioning not quiet up to standard. I have employed businesses other than Honda to service my vehicle as Honda was far to expensive.
I managed t...Read more

I bought my Honda Civic brand new in August 2008 and am still in love with it 7 years later.
This great car has driven between Melbourne and Brisbane a few times plus the daily grind to and from work, I've found it especially good for work as I often need to park in the city and it's a good size to easily park.

I usually sit in the driver's seat which I find very comfortable, but even when I've sat in any of the other seats I've found them just as comfortable. I can comfortably fit 5 adults inside without anyone being squished.

The big ...Read more

This would have to be one of the best car I have owned, and I have had many.
I purchased my Honda Civic SI hatch for my wife and I love driving it. This car has too many features to mention. The leather seating is luxurious and having them heated is a treat for those winter months. The seating position is spot on, and as my wife is short she can comfortably adjust the seating position for herself. The rear magic seats are just that. They flip and fold into so many positions. We lift up one seat in the back for the dog to sit in. The dog sits o...Read more

I bought my Honda Civic Si Hatch in Sept 2011, a 5 speed auto, and have been extremely happy with it's performance to date. My wife is the usual driver and says she loves it but at 35000kms she came home and told me the brakes were making a squealing sound. After investigation and returning to my Honda dealer I was advised that the rear brake pads needed replacing, something that is usual for the Hatch models. I was also advised that I should get a fair bit more from the front pads. However, I was also told that this situation is unique to the ...Read more

I've driven the following: 2006 Lexus IS250, 1996 Turbo Toyota Supra, 2012 Honda Accord Euro and finally a 2007 Honda Civic Type R.

So I guess you could say I've experienced the luxury smooth rides, to the noisy fast loud rides, to the family orientated ride. And out of all these cars I must say, the Honda Civic Type R is a winner by a milestone.

Now to start off, what do people look briefly into a car?

1. Reliability. A lot of cars these days can be packed with so much power easily, but what is the point if there is no reliability?...Read more

I first owned 2006 model and recently upgraded to 2010 model. I am in overall pleased with my Civic hybrid because it gives the nice style that Prius doesn't (looks better with mags and windows tinted) and it's still very economical.

But I partially agree that their claimed fuel consumption is far from the reality especially after vehicle ages 4 years and travelled high milegage. I would say the realistic fuel consumption is 5.2-5.5L per 100Km (highway/urban combined) and there is a bit of learning curve as to finding out how you can take ad...Read more