2006 Honda Civic User Reviews

Goo Buy And Cost Effective Too. — Acceleration is best in class,after 3 yrs still no squeaks, only plastic stuff like armrest lock and visor problem. looks wise is fantastic,mileage is above average and ofcourse fun to drive.I like it.Only drawback is no split fold, and front is too low, hits the curb or pavement while parking.

Primary Use: Family transportation

2006 Civic Ex Manual Sedan — The Civic is a very pleasing and practical economy car, but no more. Straight-line performance is adequate. The 1.8- liter engine needs to be kept above 3000 rpm for best results, although with a 6800 rpm redline it's pretty flexible. At town speeds below 50 mph, there is rarely a power deficit, but you will wish for more power on the interstate, especially above 80 mph. The 5-speed gearbox is good, with a relatively positive feel and low effort but long shifter throws. It does not match up to the 6-speed available in the Si. The clutch has a very short travel, which results in some rough starts until you get used to it, but is low-effort enough that stop-and-go is easy. Handling is the car's strongest attribute. The steering is extremely light, but precise and communicative. The suspension offers excellent body control through bumps and a taut, but not harsh, ride. Like any front-drive car, consistent understeer is the only thing happening at the limit, but if you drive at the limit you should not have a Civic. The stock Michelins are biased toward a soft ride and should be replaced with something better, although I have not. The excellent handling and lightweight feel make the car very satisfying in city traffic. I notice this most when I drive rental cars; after my Civic, they always feel heavy, ponderous, and reluctant to change direction or stop. As usual with economy cars, there is a fair degree of both engine and tire noise on tap, although wind noise is unusually absent even above 80 mph. Braking is adequate with the 4-wheel discs on the EX. (I would not want to buy an LX with its rear drum brakes.) The pedal will fade with repeated hard stops, and the ABS kicks in a bit too quickly. The interior is quite roomy for this class. Seats are firm and fairly comfortable, although not up to the standard of the Accord/TSX/TL. The interior materials are good for the class, but cannot match up to those used on larger and more expensive cars. As is typical of Honda and Acura, interior parts have a lightweight feel that may bother those used to Mercedes-Benz solidity (for example), although the actual build quality is good and the parts are very durable. My car has an unfortunate rattle from somewhere in the moonroof area which I have been unable to isolate but feels otherwise very solid. Thoughtful Honda touches include plenty of closeable storage, two power ports, and a well- placed auxiliary input (right next to one power port; EX only) for the stereo. Strangely, there is no sunglass holder. The moonroof (EX only) only slides; it does not tilt for ventilation. The driver's seat is height-adjustable and features adjustable lumbar support. The two-level dashboard is the car's most controversial feature, but I like it. I love the digital speedo above the wheel, although a redundant analog speedo would also be helpful. The large central tach is nice as well. Secondary controls are typical of Honda in that they are relatively intuitive but feature many buttons and look a bit cluttered. The gas mileage is quite good. Tanks have ranged from a low of 19 mpg (1- or 2- mile city trips for the entire tank) to a high of 42 mpg (driving at 50- 55 mph on the highway). Typical mileage in my almost all city driving is about 27-28. The car has required no unscheduled maintenance and only two oil changes as scheduled maintenance. I would definitely recommend the Civic to someone looking for a driver-centered economy car, provided they understand it is not a luxury or sports car and will not feel or perform like one.

Hi — good performance car, good handling and acceleration and braking, hasn't needed repairs, nice exterior and interior appearance, low cost to maintain, good gas mileage, fun to drive, very reliable, lots of cargo space, and thats all i can think of

Excellent — Not much power but a heck of a lot of plain old get-up-and-go! Never had any mechanical problems, it looks sleek and very stylish. Gas mileage = 45h/42c. Very responsive in turns, will hold grip with the best of em.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

Look At What I Own And Have Owned.speaks For Itself — There is nothing I dislike.It is quick and fast .Two different things.It handles like it is on rails.With the right tires,and the stock Michelins were not the right tires,it corners well and has great grip.After 36,000 miles and consistant rotation,they were shot.I put Bridgestone RE960 Pole Position W rated tires on it and it was a whole new ride.Wet or dry they made the difference.Typical great Honda quality and performance.It is a great car "right out of the box"Mods are a waste.The only thing I did was increase brake performance.Drilled and slotted rotors and ceramic pads.Brake performance quality increased by about 40%

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)