Honda Civic 2008 Review

Testing our way to the 2008 Honda Civic includes a full evaluation of the 2008 Honda Civic from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2008 Honda Civic, and cabin and cargo space. Let's overall score on our way to test the 2008 Honda Civic help you decide if a 2008 Honda Civic is right for you.

All Civics have fine straightline stability even in crosswinds, and effective control of the attitude with good pedal modulation.

Cars have decent headroom adults. Sedan doors open wide for a good entry and exit.

Dynamically, Civic matches the class-leading Volkswagen Jetta and Mazda 3. Civic is more comfortable than most competitors, although only in as much as does need to be. Handling and maneuverability sedan Civic is a solid and stable, with minimal rolling noise. For an affordable sedan, the Honda Civic can be equipped with luxury features including leather upholstery and a leather steering wheel. Model of the new Civic is the driver and front passenger and side airbags, curtain airbags side of the head and side door beams.

 

Sunshade for Honda Civic Si COUPE 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 HEATSHIELD Windshield Custom-fit Sunshade 

The Civic posted last year's 5-star crash test ratings from NHTSA for driver and front passenger frontal crash. For those who seek an uncompromising, near-sports car-like experience, the Mugen Civic Si sedan keeps the drive system of the Si, but has a variety of databases and external tweaks.

Although all Civics offer excellent fuel economy, some buyers might want to stretch the budget for their fuel even more. For those who must have a Toyota Prius-like fuel economy, Honda offers a hybrid Civic, which couples a small 93-hp, 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine with 20-hp electric motor to increase fuel economy over 40 mpg. Honda also offers the Civic GX, powered by natural gas combustion, 113-hp version of the "normal» Civic the 1.8-liter four-cylinder.

For 2008, Civic offers eight different trim levels (DX, LX, EX, EX-L, Si, Si Mugen, GX, and hybrid). Si Mugen, GX, and hybrid versions are available only as a four-door sedans Civic.

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At the bottom of the hierarchy is the Civic coupe DX (15,445 dollars) and sedan (15.645 dollars). Besides the standard equipment that comes standard on the DX, LX models come with air conditioning, power locks, remote keyless entry, power-adjustable side mirrors, an auto up-and-down driver's-side window, 16-inch wheels of steel wheel covers, cruise control with steering wheel controls, center armrest, floor mats and four speakers (six speakers in the coupe LX) 160-watt AM / FM / CD stereo with an auxiliary input jack, can play MP3, and speed-sensitive control volume.

Civic EX models start at $ 19,345 for both the sedan and coupe.

For those requiring greater efficiency, Honda offers the sedan Si (21.945 dollars) and coupe (21.745 dollars). Si sedans get a 350-watt, seven speaker AM / FM / CD / satellite ready stereo, too.

Stereo Install Dash Kit Honda Civic SI 08 2008 BLUE COLOR w/ Pocket Kit (car radio installation parts)

The hybrid Civic ($ 23,235) is only available as sedan and comes equipped like the Civic EX, except, of course, the hybrid powertrain: a 93-hp, 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine and 20-hp electric motor (for a total 110 bhp), combined with a continuously variable automatic transmission.

The CNG Civic GX sedan ($ 25.225), comes with basic equipment EX trim level, adding a 113-hp, 1.8-liter four-cylinder CNG engine, two speakers instead of four, two-speed intermittent wipers, and an external temperature display.

Honda Civic Rear Door Cup Holder - fits 4 Door Sedan model years 2007 2008 2009 and 2010 - set of 2

Optional equipment

Coupe and sedan versions of the Civic DX and LX offer only one option, a five-speed automatic ($ 800). Moving up to the Civic EX and Civic EX-L with the following options extra cost: a five-speed automatic transmission ($ 800) and a DVD-based touch-screen navigation system ($ 1,750). The sports coupe and sedan Si performance tires offer summer ($ 200) and a DVD-based touch-screen navigation system ($ 1,750). The Civic Hybrid offers a DVD-based touch screen navigation system ($ 1,750). The Civic GX, and Mugen Si sedan does not have an option.

Honda Civic 2 Door or Coupe 4 Door Sedan All Weather All Season Black Rubber Floor Mats - fits model years 2006 2007 2008 2009 and 2010 - Complete set includes 2 front mats and 1 full width rear mat

Security

Dual front airbags, side-impact curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes, active head restraints, seat, front seat belt pretensioners, and tire pressure monitoring is standard across the range of people. Stability control is standard on the coupe and sedan Si and Si Mugen sedan, but unfortunately not available for the rest of the lineup Civic.