Honda Civic Coupe 1996-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Expensive to buy, but holds value well, unless you do a lot of miles.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cheap to run and never breaks down!

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fine, as long as you don't get seasick! Bad handling, but comfortable position. Tyre noise is excessive at speed.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Only picks up above 4500rpm, but you get an edge because, whilst others are changing gear, the VTEC has another 2000rpm to go!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fantastic, as you'd expect from a Honda.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Still seen as an old man's car.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    All the bells and whistles. Nothing much to mention.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Standard immobiliser is good. Not exactly a theif's choice, anyway.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    New brake pads and exhaust - that's it... in 28k miles!!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes