Honda Civic Hatchback (2006 - 2011) 2.2 i-CTDi ES (09) 5d (2010/10) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Says I'm really cool, which is great because I'm not...ha!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My wife calls it "a spaceship"
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, because it's a great car all round and makes me smile.
What are you likely to buy next?
Too early to say, next company car due 2013
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
April 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Company car so not applicable
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Strong diesel engine, striking styling, futuristic.
What was the dealer like?
My only dealings were to arrange delivery, no problems.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
The civic is very refreshing to drive, it doesn't quite handle as well as the Saxo VTR I once owned or the Focus, but it handles and grips well. The 2.2 diesel engine is refined and offers great pulling power.
What's it like to park?
No major problems though as virtually all owners would say, the rear spoiler hampers visibility quite a bit.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing so far
What's most practical about your car?
The boot is huge for a car in this class, my wife previously had a Focus and it had a great size boot, the Civic is around 20% bigger! Back doors are small but open very wide. Space under the back seats with a very clever rear seat folding system.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Excellent stereo, engine start button, best cruise control setup I have used, folding mirrors....this car has gadgets aplenty.
