Honda Civic Hatchback 1987-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A lot of kit for your cash.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Parts aren't cheap, but they last well.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Possitive steering and a wicked driving position, lacks a firmer ride for that ultimate sports enthusiast.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    For an auto it's quick. For a 1.4, it's excellent. All thanks to its dual carb set up.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    I bought mine 23/12/01 with 117k miles, it's now done 128k miles, and it's been trouble-free.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Everbody that makes a comment says that they love it and wants to know how much I would sell it for... but I don't want rid of it!

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Leather would be nice and the seats don't go further enough back for my liking, but a good position. Back ache sets in after about 300 non-stop miles.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    No central locking or deadlocks and there's no point locking valuables in the boot cos you can open the boot with a lever by the driver's seat.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    My local dealer, Holden Honda in Norwich are excellent and will bend over backwards. Main dealer charges aren't pocket money, though.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    128k miles and I've serviced it every 3k miles for the last 10k miles. Not a single problem.

    Other

    Engine boggs down to 200rpm and dies in the heat occasionally.

    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