2008 Honda Civic EX-L Auto

Powered by a 140-hp, 1.8-liter, four-cylinder i-VTEC engine and 5-speed automatic transmission, the 2008 Honda Civic EX-L Auto is a new trim this year, adding a few more standard features to what you get on the EX. Leather upholstery, heated front seats, and heated mirrors offer nice creature comforts to an already decent list of equipment. Power windows (with one-touch), locks, and mirrors, remote entry, variable intermittent wipers, wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls, a CD/MP3 player with radio data, a security system, and a power sunroof are all standard on the 2008 Civic EX-L Auto. The two-tier dash contains a temperature display, clock, and tachometer. Front passengers get two cupholders and a sliding center armrest. Rear passengers get their own cupholders and a split-folding backseat. The trunk holds 12 cubic feet and can be outfitted with a net and organizer.

Drivers feel the 2008 Civic EX-L Auto handles smoothly, though a cramped backseat and some road noise can be annoying. A strong safety record continues for Honda, with standard 16-inch wheels and all-season tires, dual front-side and side curtain airbags for both rows, 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes, a tire monitor, and daytime running lights. Passenger airbag deactivation and front head restraints are also included. Foglights and an auto-dimming rearview mirror are optional. Also optional for the 2008 Civic EX-L Auto are a navigation system, an 8-CD changer, satellite radio, and remote start.