2007 Honda Civic VTi review from Australia and New Zealand
"Some minor issues, but still a great car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Loud metallic "click" from transmission when shifting from R to D, and vice versa when the car is stationary. Sound can be reduced by waiting about 2-3 seconds before changing gears.
Minor rattles from the sun-visor and within the front doors (only on (very rough) coarse chip roads, it is fine on smooth roads).
Tyre noise in cabin when on coarse chip roads.
Ride is slightly on the firm side.
General comments?
Engine revs smoothly and is fuel efficient.
5 speed automatic transmission is refined.
Air conditioning is efficient and quiet.
Interior design and layout is funky and modern (e.g. digital speedometer, blue dash lighting)
Cabin is roomy (by compact car standards).
Fit and finish generally top notch. Good quality materials used.
No stability control available (available in some markets).
Audio system sounds great (it is part of the dash so it is not changeable). Includes auxiliary socket.
Cabin is reasonably quiet by small car standards.
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| Model year | 2007 |
| Year of manufacture | 2007 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 50 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 4000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 8th October, 2007 |