Honda Civic CRX Coupe
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Best value FWD for the money.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Can be costly when they go wrong, but rarely let you down. It can drink petrol; I used 15 litres in ten miles (going flat out at 135mph).

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fantastic B road car, handling is sharp and accurate, and will top out at 135 mph.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    My 1.6 16v 130bhp non vtec kept up with a 2.8l vr6 up to 120mph handling is immense.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good reliability, but don't fit or buy one with a short shift gear stick as my crx suffered a gearbox failure and I think the shifter was to blame.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good old school looks still turns heads.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Comfortable in front, but back seats are a waste of space.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not hard to get into as I've locked my keys in a few times, but would be OK with an alarm and immobiliser.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Never dealt with main dealer as they are extortionate and I am a mechanic myself.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Absolutely flawless, mine is revved to 8,000 regularly and never misses a beat. Regular servicing is required though and check for oil leaks.

    Other

    Fantastic car will hammer Saxos, Novas and any other boy racer style thing and don't worry about boot. It never stays up, I use a bit of stick! Also, check sun roof seals for rust (very common fault).

    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