1996 Honda Civic User Reviews

Average Ratings from 69 reviews

Performance: 3.4 / 5
Appearance: 3.8 / 5
Build Quality: 4.2 / 5
Overall: 4.1 / 5

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PROS

"fuel economy" 29 reviews

"power" 26 reviews

"ride" 24 reviews

"reliable car" 11 reviews

"handling" 11 reviews

CONS

"power" 14 reviews

"small power" 4 reviews

"fuel economy" 4 reviews

"suspension" 3 reviews

"ride" 2 reviews

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Nicola writes:

1996 Honda Civic CX Hatchback Review

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My dog sliding around in the back was extremely funny

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Dull dull dulllllll

Boring Reliable Car — It was so reliable, and ran forever on a tank of fuel. Boring as anything though

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Joekie writes:

1996 Honda Civic LX Review

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Just a reliable car to get around town, good aftermarket support for a hobby

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Didn't go too fast.

My Hobby — Just a civic. Mild tune - Suspensions, Rims, Tires, Bars, Exhaust, Cosmetics, seats, auto-manual conv.

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Rusty writes:

1996 Honda Civic CX Hatchback Review

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Runs great

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I wrecked that car as you can see like 2 times and fixed it with new parts, just never painted and totalled it again on drivers side(never fixed but sold.

Sold It About A Year Ago. . . . .guy That Bought It Still Drives It Hard — nothing much to say, just built on crate motor. Coil over springs and ICW Rage 5.0 15" Racing rims. Headers, ram-air intake, AEM fuel rail and regulator.

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Stefan writes:

1996 Honda Civic CX Hatchback Review

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it looks good, it drives good, good on gas... and apparently they don't die? lol...

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too pricey for what you get, no power anything. even the tape deck is moody >.<

Good All Around Car... But Too Expensive For What Little You Get — all around a good car, but for 5 grand it's pretty lame to not have power steering, automatic transmission, air conditioning or a decent sound system... this is the problem with most imports, they're over priced used... but once it's up to par and is not nasty grey and silver everywhere and stuff I doubt I'll hate it as much, performance and quailty are pretty good...

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Martin writes:

1996 Honda Civic EX Coupe Review

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Easy to tune and lots of parts availible

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Manufacturer parts expensive.

High Revving, Easily Modifyable, Fwd Fun! — Great fun to drive, good acceleration and braking, steering is slightly vague. with slight engine modifications can easily beat better cars. All engines easily swapped and most parts bolt on/bolt off.

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Francisco writes:

1996 Honda Civic CX Hatchback Review

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Great look
Exceent handling
Reliable engine, it´s a Honda

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Small Engine
nothing elsee...

My Ex-civic... — This is my old civic. A '96 JDM Civic. I bought it for a swap, but never was done.

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Brian writes:

1996 Honda Civic Review

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fast

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slips when wet

Fast And Sporty — this 1.4i has coupe' brakes and is low to the ground. very sound , very easy on the eye

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Luka writes:

1996 Honda Civic CX Hatchback Review

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Its performans and great handling...

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sometimes, problems with engine start...and its a little bit too low=)

Moja Civicica.... — Its a very nice car with great performance, a little bit tuned... with some styling aftermarkets...

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Brady writes:

1996 Honda Civic DX Hatchback Review

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fun to drive, fun to work on

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nothin bad. its a honda whats not to like!

Japs Got Something Right — I love my car. Ive always loved hondas. The most trustworthy car i couldve asked for. Right now im working on the performance of it. the cost to operate it is small, good on gas and not much maintenance to do on it. Its alot of fun to drive and will be more so when im done.

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	1996 Honda Civic	1996 Honda Accord	1996 Honda Civic Coupe

Cost	$10,350 Original MSRP	$3,446 Average Instant Market Value	$3,333 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway)	38	29	35
Horsepower	106	130	106
Crash Test Rating		4	4
Front Leg Room (inches)	42.70	42.7	42.7

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2013 Honda Civic Reviews

Its A Good Improvement Over 2012 Civic By bamf270

honda got some grief over the 2012 civic. i recently leased a 2013 ex and have noticed its quieter ride at highway speeds. great fuel efficiency with over 42 mpg at 70mph and combined total mpg cur... Read More

Best Small Sedan By Onlyicon

I love my small car but when I have to mail big boxes, I am stuck, Sometime I would have to have freinds help me. But overall its a fun car to ride around, Its a true gas saver, When ever I go visit m... Read More

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2012 Honda Civic Reviews

This Is A Great Car By Ben

overall the 2012 civic is one of the best cars its great on gas its has amazing handeling for this type of car but the power of the car isn't the best but put in a booster and a add a turbo you shou... Read More

A Nic Family Car... By Ali Absar

a nic race car with a stylish look and outstanding pick-up and pick- down.....although it a expensive carr......it always a pleasure to drive it.the engine is strong and powerful one....a heart braki... Read More

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2011 Honda Civic Reviews

The 2011 Civic Si Sedan: The Best Choice For The Practical-minded Enthusiast By deadbabecafe

- superb engine sound and exhaust note - grin-inducing acceleration - neutral and balanced handling - excellent interior space for class - decent fuel economy (21/29) - holds value - quirky electroni... Read More

I Love This Little Car For The Purpose Of A Get Around Town Car! By elizabet2926

Hondas are know to last forever! This little car has been to college and back and still runs like a champ! Its fuel efficiency is fantastic! The trunk space is large enough for 2 huge suitcases and 3 ... Read More

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2010 Honda Civic Reviews

Great, Great Car By etreat

I have owned many cars over the years but nothing beats a Honda for value, quality, reliability, resale value. They run forever and still worth a fortune no matter how long you own them. This Civic ca... Read More

Wonderful Car By AWitcher

This car has a sporty look. The gas mileage is better than expected and maintenance costs are very low. When parts need replacing they are cheap as long as you do not go to a Honda dealer for replac... Read More

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2009 Honda Civic Reviews

Family Workhorse By Johncapozzi

Te 2009 Civic Hybrid has all the extras. Nav, Leather seats, great milage because it is a Hybrid. Handles great for a small car and has been able to be an everyday car as well as good for longer roa... Read More

Great Car For A Young Or New Family By penicholson82

Great on gas, could use some more horsepower. I am 6'7 and I can fit in the backseat, however, I would not want to ride back there on a long trip. Handles like a dream. Looks great and has little main... Read More

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Its A Good Improvement Over 2012 Civic By bamf270

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2012 Honda Civic Reviews

This Is A Great Car By Ben

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The 2011 Civic Si Sedan: The Best Choice For The Practical-minded Enthusiast By deadbabecafe

I Love This Little Car For The Purpose Of A Get Around Town Car! By elizabet2926

2010 Honda Civic Reviews

Great, Great Car By etreat

Wonderful Car By AWitcher

2009 Honda Civic Reviews

Family Workhorse By Johncapozzi

Great Car For A Young Or New Family By penicholson82