1997 Honda Civic VTi review from UK and Ireland
"Economical performance motoring"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Early days, but nothing to date.
General comments?
Superb smooth performance. Engine revs right to 8000rpm, slick gearchange, excellent brakes. Averages 35mpg. Low gearing means at anything above 75 mph on the motorway you need earplugs, but this aids fuel ecomomy! Lovely VTEC soundtrack above 6000rpm.
Car looks like a harmless Rover (a definite plus point).
Only blot on driving pleasure is the steering feedback, but this is not a major drawback.
Dealer support is excellent, far far better than with my Peugeot (Mi16). The Honda people seem genuinely interested in the cars they sell.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 35000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 36500 miles |
| Previous car | Peugeot 405 |
| Date of Entry | 26th October, 2001 |