Honda Civic Hatchback 1.5i 5d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Initial depreciation makes a second-hand bargain.
Costs
Low insurance, low road Tax and excellent MPG.
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On the road
Driving
Competant, but for low geared steering.
Performance
Needs thrashing, but economy, not performance, is this engine's forte.
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Living with it
Reliability
As good as a Honda should be.
Image
Dowdy image is an advantage to me.
Comfort
Firm seats good for bad backs. Suspension thumpy over potholes.
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Security and Service
Security
Standard immobiliser.
Service
It's not widely known that Hondas excellent dealers do reduced price servicing for older cars.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
A brake caliper seized and needed regreasing.
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