Honda Civic Reviews from Malaysia

2006 Honda Civic VTEC 1.8

Model year	2006
Year of manufacture	2006
First year of ownership	2006
Most recent year of ownership	2009
Engine and transmission	1.8 Automatic
Performance marks	8 / 10
Reliability marks	7 / 10
Comfort marks	5 / 10
Dealer Service marks	8 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper)	2 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)	6.0 / 10
Distance when acquired	0 kilometres
Most recent distance	94300 kilometres
Previous car	Honda Accord

Summary:

This model is a low quality car

Faults:

Design fault of wiper arms. Until today, has a problem with the wipers. Windscreen cannot be wiped effectively during rain.

Steering column changed at 40,000 km due to a creaking noise. Reported the problem at 20,000 km.

Driver side window, the rubber needs greasing almost every month.

Last week, engine mounting changed at 94,000 km.

General Comments:

Performance of the car is good. Acceleration is quick, but the handling is only average. I don't like taking bends and corners with this car.

I find the quality is bad. Many faulty parts to be replaced within the 100,000 km warranty.

Worst of all, I needed to have the engine mountings changed even before the car reached 3 years and below 100,000 km. This is not covered under the warranty.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 9th September, 2009

1992 Honda Civic EX 1.5 16v SOHC carb

Model year	1992
Year of manufacture	1992
First year of ownership	1992
Most recent year of ownership	1997
Engine and transmission	1.5 16v SOHC carb Manual
Performance marks	6 / 10
Reliability marks	8 / 10
Comfort marks	7 / 10
Dealer Service marks	8 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper)	9 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)	7.6 / 10
Distance when acquired	0 kilometres
Most recent distance	150000 kilometres
Previous car	Mitsubishi Galant

Summary:

It's an OK car

Faults:

Usual wear and tear items. Warranty claims were made on the airconditioning system and there were build quality issues (the car was assembled in Malaysia, not Japan).

General Comments:

Reasonably nippy and economical.

It is by and large a reliable car.

Handles and steers well, but mediocre ride quality.

5 speed manual gearbox is a joy to use.

Average refinement.

Beautifully designed exterior and interior. I think it is still the most beautiful Civic in the Civic's illustrious history.

Spacious.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 9th June, 2006

10th Jun 2006, 10:18

I agree with this writer. This Civic was and still continues to be one of the most beautiful shapes in the entire Civic family. Sure, the new one (2006 model) that's just out looks stunning. But you know, the previous two Civics just didn't have the kind of jaw-dropping effect compared to this 1992 model and the new 2006 release.

It's a real silent runner. Mine's metallic grey and the original paint today is still in very, very good condition; still glossy, still shines, still in showroom condition. The seat fabric has aged well without much wear and tear. And the drive is very well-mannered. No sudden gear change jerks, always a continuously smooth drive right up to 4,000rpms.

And you know what, here in Malaysia the price of a second hand 1992 Civic is almost at par with a 1992 Mercedes W124 model!

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1981 Honda Civic Standard, 5-speed 1.3

Model year	1981
Year of manufacture	1981
First year of ownership	1995
Most recent year of ownership	2006
Engine and transmission	1.3 Manual
Performance marks	6 / 10
Reliability marks	8 / 10
Comfort marks	6 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper)	9 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)	7.3 / 10
Distance when acquired	90000 kilometres
Most recent distance	180000 kilometres

Summary:

Likeable

Faults:

Usual wear and tear items. Nothing extraordinary. Interior trim and exterior parts showing their age.

General Comments:

Nippy, economical and reliable 5-door hatchback.

Engine is unburstable! Good low-end torque, but runs out of steam at high rpms.

Slick-shifting 5 speed manual gearbox.

Unassisted rack and pinion steering a bit heavy at parking speeds.

Decent ride and handling.

Generally good build quality.

Small boot.

Headlights are barely bright enough.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 9th June, 2006

1984 Honda Civic SB 1.5

Model year	1985
Year of manufacture	1984
First year of ownership	2002
Most recent year of ownership	2004
Engine and transmission	1.5 Manual
Performance marks	6 / 10
Reliability marks	9 / 10
Comfort marks	7 / 10
Dealer Service marks	3 / 10
Running Costs (higher is cheaper)	2 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks)	5.4 / 10
Distance when acquired	167000 kilometres
Most recent distance	258100 kilometres
Previous car	Proton Impian

Summary:

Durable, but need lots of attention

Faults:

Ball joint that hold the left front wheel gave way during the tight U-turn. next 500km later, the right ball joint started to squeak, forcing me to replace it before it give way.

Piston ring worn out so fast, at only 50000km.

Small center console, unable to fit the 2-DIN size stereo.

Low quality plastics fitted on the dashboard, and these were easily broken into pieces.

Rear axle produce metal-being-hit sound when being driven on undulating roads.

Consume engine oil at the rate of 1 liter per 3000KM!

Engine temperature may rise dramatically, especially when stuck in the gridlock, with the air condition is on.

Confusing twist-to-activate front wiper switch.

General Comments:

In general, it is not a gas guzzler. With the air condition being set at off, a 24mpg seems realistic. Still economic, considering its age.

Engine power is adequate for daily motoring.

Plenty of headroom both front and rear.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 4th December, 2004