Honda Civic Hatchback 1987-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The VT Civic hold their money better than the other varients of this shape, but are worth every penny more to have the very reliable Vtec lump

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    My VT does around 220 miles on a tank £20 ish, parts are very easy to get and not half as expensive as people make out

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The driving position is perfect with good all round visability and great interior which has electric everything and bucket style seats standard

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    150 BHP in a light shell, handling is spot on, brakes could be a little better, but do the job

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I've done nearly 18k in this car and it has started every time i turn the key, with no burning oil, A+ reliability

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Most people dont like the "squarish" image of the Civic, but i love it, hence me having three so far and probably many more

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    With electric everything (bar entral locking) it is very comfortable, i have been driving constant for nearly 4 hours before and have had no back ache ,

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No alarm as standard, or immobiliser however, most of these cars have now got an alarm fitted

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Vtec engine is reliable if serviced correctly, S/H is preferable

    Other

    Seat bolsters often wear on high milers, also steering racks

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes