Failed emissions test.
Uses excessive fuel for such a car (30-32mpg).
Power steering pump leaked oil.
Poor performance.
Ventilation in the car is very poor, especially on a warm day on the motorway. Heater controls & window winder heavy.
A lot of cost cutting evident in the build quality. Noisy on the motorway & poor seats. Nice to drive & a nice looker though.
I also have a 1994 Civic Bali, although I drive it quite hard, I routinely get 45 mpg and have not had to replace any parts except tyres and the exhaust in 42,000 miles.
Changing the plugs and Re-setting the ECU make a huge difference to fuel consumption on all Honda (Computer-Controlled) Engines.
I own a Civic Bali as well and I too receive better mpg then the review states.
For a 1.3 engine it is fairly powerful and I'd recommend one to any new driver.
The best thing is you can easily fit 17 inch alloy wheels on and still lower it.
I my self have BK 299 17 inch alloys on mine and it looks sweet!
I bought a second hand Civic Bali (1994 1.4) in 2000. It has been completely reliable, only ever had to replace the tyres, passed MOT every year with no failures, great to drive, looks good, and economical to run.
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