1996 Honda Civic VTi review from UK and Ireland
"Brilliant engine and handling, but otherwise somewhat flawed"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brake discs replaced at 60,000 miles.
Exhaust replaced at 4 years old.
Tyres last approximately 25,000 miles.
Interior beginning to rattle a bit.
Clutch in need of attention shortly (gear selection sometimes difficult).
General comments?
Great performance (0-60 in 7 seconds according to some road-tests) though you need to use the gearbox to make it fly. Sounds superb between 5-8000rpm.
Surprising civilized around town considering the engine's state of tune. Handling/cornering excellent, although the steering is very light and lacks feel.
Luggage space limited due to intrusive rear suspension.
Rear visibility poor.
General build quality good, but the interior is starting to rattle a bit now.
Interior rather dull for a hot hatch.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 34000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 66000 miles |
| Previous car | Peugeot 309 |
| Date of Entry | 25th June, 2001 |