With this Honda in particular I like that there is great attention to detail in almost every part of the car that serves the user in some way. Very clever inclusions which more manufacturers could stand to include, notwithstanding Honda themselves as they have removed some of this tech. So, for example, I find those smart folding seats absolutely game-changing. They look amazing. I was also stunned to find the sheer size of the car. Now, the current Honda Civics look almost saloon size in their proportions. However, this looks like a very small compact car, yet it appears to me to be bigger than the Golf its segment mate. The amount of knee room in the back is tip top too. The boot space is top class, along with the additional storage compartment under that. I haven't got the chance to drive one yet, but I hear they are also quite competent on the road, if not even a little bit of fun. And they are generally quite frugal, extremely reliable with fantastic petrol and a really stellar diesel engine. One last thing I like about the car is that driver orientated dash. Naturally, it will divide people. I remember seeing this car for the first time back in 2008 and I had to do a double take because I'd never seen a car like it. It looks so much like a concept car, I couldn't believe there was a car that looked like that on the road. And even today, although it still looks futuristic, I wouldn't call it modern since it doesn't follow modern design trends, but it certainly does not look out of place. And it's one of those designs that will age well into a retro future kind of aesthetic, including the interior. So, there's not much to criticise about the car. I'm considering selling and trading in my 2006 Mini Cooper S R53 and purchasing one of these 2009 Civics 2.2 D. I love the practicality, the comfy cabin amd the idea of saving money on the fuel costs, although outside of my first car, this will be the first time I will have purchased an eco car that's not just for pure smiles and giggles, but there's something quite cool about this car anyway. Maybe I'm a fool for getting rid of a Mini, especially when it's the last model year and it'll be a classic in just under 2 years. It's also a riot to drive. Just don't put people large bags inside!
Having owned an older Civic (2000 1.4 Sport) I absolutely loved the car!, Sporty but very economic in fuel consumption, just a shame that the amount of repairs that needed doing meant I had to scrap it, I had no money at that time. But as soon as I can afford a car again I'll be looking at one of these!
You sound like one of those commentators for cricket. Sorry I really don't mean to be rude or offensive, it just that your tone reminds me of the English commentators. Edit: Excellent review by the way. Love the hatch and thinking of getting one myself, just not sure 2009 or 2010
Bought a 2007 1.4 last week. I find it quite difficult with the clutch its as if the car doesnt want to move when i just.use the clutch on gear 1 will take it to garage to check. Does have 100.000 miles on the clock though and does seem to drink petrrol but not rapidly. I do love this car i must say For a 2007 the dash is futuristic and its quite.nippy
Hey. I have change to buy one 2016 executive version with 1.8 v tec and I really like. Should I change from mitsubishi asx 1.6 petrol. I'm a little tired of that car just 5 gear loud in cabinet.
Hi, i have owned that car a months ago. I have to ask somethinh which itches my mind :) I live in Turkey but the car is made in England and the English versions located in steering wheel in right side. My car is left sided indeed. I think this version is exported in custom(Turkey). Is the left sided versions widespread in European market? I am just curious about where my car is just exported and delivered to my country(Turkey) custom border. Thank u for advance :) Btw I am very glad to own it ! It has efficient and powerfull engine whereas it's economic and swift :)
Yep a daft omission that they rectified on the 2012 models. Tbh on the move it’s fine as the aerodynamics clear it. You tend to use the small vertical screen on the rear when reversing Rare models have a rear camera which is great but I’d recommend parking sensors to make life easier
@@tommyzoo So the smaller screen doesn't catch water that much? The 2012 version is a much more attractive model to me, but the prices are a bit ridiculous. They're 9 years old now, and still go for over 10.000 euros, so the previous generation is simply much easier to get for me.
@@WH250398 It still isn't ideal but its more resistant to water than the upper section. The 2012 models do hold their money well but for good reason !!
Tony, you come across plenty of these. I'm looking at P/X my Accord Tourer iDTEC Ex. The higher the miles the better (cheaper)/ Look forward to hearing from you as these Civics don't hang around I guess
I drove one of these a few weeks ago and I thought the gear change was a bit weird seamed to hold back a bit and change gear at strange times, pulling out of Junction and it changed into second seamed to stop then go again only had 50000 on clock.
John Cockram It is an auto clutch running into a manual gear box internally The technique is to lift the throttle slightly as the gear engages and it smooths it out. They have a more abrupt feel in the lower gears It should always be seen as a ‘automated’ manual gear change and the changes will feel as if being driven in a manual car
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glad you liked it.... the videos are not for entertainment but for attachment to the adverts. They have been appreciated by all my customers to a man. But if it helped with your sleep then it is a win win. Have a good day. May want to check your grammar too.
With this Honda in particular I like that there is great attention to detail in almost every part of the car that serves the user in some way. Very clever inclusions which more manufacturers could stand to include, notwithstanding Honda themselves as they have removed some of this tech.
So, for example, I find those smart folding seats absolutely game-changing. They look amazing.
I was also stunned to find the sheer size of the car. Now, the current Honda Civics look almost saloon size in their proportions. However, this looks like a very small compact car, yet it appears to me to be bigger than the Golf its segment mate.
The amount of knee room in the back is tip top too.
The boot space is top class, along with the additional storage compartment under that.
I haven't got the chance to drive one yet, but I hear they are also quite competent on the road, if not even a little bit of fun. And they are generally quite frugal, extremely reliable with fantastic petrol and a really stellar diesel engine.
One last thing I like about the car is that driver orientated dash. Naturally, it will divide people. I remember seeing this car for the first time back in 2008 and I had to do a double take because I'd never seen a car like it. It looks so much like a concept car, I couldn't believe there was a car that looked like that on the road. And even today, although it still looks futuristic, I wouldn't call it modern since it doesn't follow modern design trends, but it certainly does not look out of place. And it's one of those designs that will age well into a retro future kind of aesthetic, including the interior. So, there's not much to criticise about the car.
I'm considering selling and trading in my 2006 Mini Cooper S R53 and purchasing one of these 2009 Civics 2.2 D. I love the practicality, the comfy cabin amd the idea of saving money on the fuel costs, although outside of my first car, this will be the first time I will have purchased an eco car that's not just for pure smiles and giggles, but there's something quite cool about this car anyway.
Maybe I'm a fool for getting rid of a Mini, especially when it's the last model year and it'll be a classic in just under 2 years. It's also a riot to drive. Just don't put people large bags inside!
Having owned an older Civic (2000 1.4 Sport) I absolutely loved the car!, Sporty but very economic in fuel consumption, just a shame that the amount of repairs that needed doing meant I had to scrap it, I had no money at that time. But as soon as I can afford a car again I'll be looking at one of these!
I own a 2007 in black. I fell for the headlights and dashboard. It feels like it just wants to go and it hates slowpokes as much as I do 😂
Interesting review - it truly is a remarkable car
I had one of those many years ago, excellent car but it did like to consume oil.
@Commendatore The 1.8 and the 2.2 Diesel both consume around half a litre every 800-1000 miles. This is normal with most modern vehicles.
@@lukey3507Mine 0,75 liters every 10.000 km
@@lukey3507bollocks
You sound like one of those commentators for cricket. Sorry I really don't mean to be rude or offensive, it just that your tone reminds me of the English commentators.
Edit: Excellent review by the way. Love the hatch and thinking of getting one myself, just not sure 2009 or 2010
Thank you
very beautiful video nicely explained
Thank you
Excellent information about car
Bought a 2007 1.4 last week. I find it quite difficult with the clutch its as if the car doesnt want to move when i just.use the clutch on gear 1 will take it to garage to check. Does have 100.000 miles on the clock though and does seem to drink petrrol but not rapidly. I do love this car i must say
For a 2007 the dash is futuristic and its quite.nippy
Dude just press the gas pedal lol
wow a digital speedo for a 2006? what. You would see that kind of stuff in a 2015
I mean, even some cars in 70s and 80s had a digital dashboard, so not that surprising
Hey. I have change to buy one 2016 executive version with 1.8 v tec and I really like. Should I change from mitsubishi asx 1.6 petrol. I'm a little tired of that car just 5 gear loud in cabinet.
my right ear loved the road test
Yep. Sorry!
@@tommyzoo it's fine, it's an old video I'm sure nobody minds 🤣
Hi, i have owned that car a months ago. I have to ask somethinh which itches my mind :) I live in Turkey but the car is made in England and the English versions located in steering wheel in right side. My car is left sided indeed. I think this version is exported in custom(Turkey). Is the left sided versions widespread in European market? I am just curious about where my car is just exported and delivered to my country(Turkey) custom border. Thank u for advance :) Btw I am very glad to own it ! It has efficient and powerfull engine whereas it's economic and swift :)
Only thing I worry about is not having that rear wiper, in the rain, in the dark, and then parking in reverse. Can you even see anything?
Yep a daft omission that they rectified on the 2012 models.
Tbh on the move it’s fine as the aerodynamics clear it. You tend to use the small vertical screen on the rear when reversing
Rare models have a rear camera which is great but I’d recommend parking sensors to make life easier
@@tommyzoo So the smaller screen doesn't catch water that much? The 2012 version is a much more attractive model to me, but the prices are a bit ridiculous. They're 9 years old now, and still go for over 10.000 euros, so the previous generation is simply much easier to get for me.
@@WH250398 It still isn't ideal but its more resistant to water than the upper section. The 2012 models do hold their money well but for good reason !!
I removed my rear window wiper. I just turn on my rear window demister and see perfectly.
I actually bought the car! Thankfully the rear demister is very quick. It's not much of an issue.
Love it
Tony, you come across plenty of these. I'm looking at P/X my Accord Tourer iDTEC Ex. The higher the miles the better (cheaper)/ Look forward to hearing from you as these Civics don't hang around I guess
What type of glass is used for the panoramic roof?
Sorry I wouldn’t know
Kindly tell me it's fuel average thanks
43 mpg
Bought one today. Is it normal for them to consume oil fairly quickly?
Rocky44
With age like many cars they can. A petrol shouldn’t use a lot though
BMC Specialist cars hmmm bizarre I bought a 1.8 petrol and it’s come with oil problems and cooling problems but are probably simple foxes
Rocky44
Hopefully so
How is your situation now ?
I drove one of these a few weeks ago and I thought the gear change was a bit weird seamed to hold back a bit and change gear at strange times, pulling out of Junction and it changed into second seamed to stop then go again only had 50000 on clock.
John Cockram
It is an auto clutch running into a manual gear box internally
The technique is to lift the throttle slightly as the gear engages and it smooths it out.
They have a more abrupt feel in the lower gears
It should always be seen as a ‘automated’ manual gear change and the changes will feel as if being driven in a manual car
@@tommyzoo This make a lot of sense. I bought a civic 2007 like a week ago and I tought i lost my money
Apparently the diesel 2.2 is better!
Both have pros and cons !
How many horse power
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car realy good as it looks don't know why it prefer drive females this is more like entusiast car or is just Clarkson top gear poor review?
Clarkson's review was about the Type R, not this one. James May reviewed this on Top Gear and was very positive.
This does 60mph at around 2500rpm in gear 6? Is that normall?
Yes mate, the 2.2 diesel does just under 2000rpm.
It's because its petrol,I've drove both the petrol and diesel ones.
@@wolves-vc6yr cheers mate🤙
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2:18 Sure, a dead man should be able to fix that up no problem!
Mark Koetsier
Yes he did
That was the most dullest car review I’ve ever seen, fell asleep before it ended.
glad you liked it.... the videos are not for entertainment but for attachment to the adverts. They have been appreciated by all my customers to a man. But if it helped with your sleep then it is a win win. Have a good day. May want to check your grammar too.