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Honda Civic

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The Car Guide rating 3.5/5 73% Detailed ratings

Price $14,990 – $26,350 Payments

Fuel consumption 5.0 – 10.0 L/100km

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The ever-popular Civic has had a facelift this year! It’s still offered as a sedan or coupe, and the Si and Hybrid versions are staying on for 2012. Honda has added a few centimetres here and there to make the vehicle more spacious than ever. This car’s success is guaranteed by its reputation for fuel efficiency and reliability. Note that its sister, the Acura CSX, has been cut from this year’s roster. As an alternative, there’s the Civic EX-L.

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Motoring TV 2001 Episode 5

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Motoring TV 2002 Episode 16

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Motoring TV 2003 Episode 10

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Motoring TV 2003 Episode 15

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The Car Guide rating 73%

Pros

Well-adapted engines
Fuel economy
Good road holding
Si versions
Reassuring reliability

Cons

Five-speed automatic gearbox
Sub-par plastics in passenger compartment
Soundproofing just OK
Inelegant dashboard
Base trim is too bare-bones

Driving	8/10
Safety	8/10
Interior	6/10
Reliability	8/10
Winter driving	7/10
Comfort	7/10

What's new in 2012

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Recalls

Powertrain
June 1, 2012
Airbag
January 31, 2012
Fuel Supply
May 17, 2011

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