Honda Civic hatch 2000-2005 used car review

The Honda Civic hatchback offers lots of space and is cheap to run.

Richard Edwards
Richard Edwards
Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group
Exterior , 4 out of 5 Drive , 3 out of 5 Safety , 4 out of 5 Value , 4 out of 5 Interior , 4 out of 5

Overall score , 3.8 out of 5

The good
  • Spacious, airy and comfortable interior
  • Comfortable ride and low road noise
  • Excellent build quality on NZ-new versions
The not-so-good
  • CVT automatic in import models can cause issues
  • Low levels of safety equipment

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

New Zealand-new models

Japanese import models

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2005 Honda Civic hatch VT-X

Price

$4,000 to $8,500 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

1.7-litre four-cylinder, 96kW and 155NM

Transmission

Four-speed automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

Four-star ANCAP rating

Servicing

10,000km or twelve months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

7.3-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

4285mm

Width

1924mm

Height

1495mm

Towing capacity

1200kg (braked)

Turning circle

11.8m

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