Honda Civic Hatchback Review--WORTH THE MONEY??
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ต.ค. 2024
- The Honda Civic has been the best selling passenger car in Canada, for almost two decades, and now Honda has added the Hatchback into the lineup. The Honda Civic hatchback was once an inexpensive form of transportation, now the price has gone up and many of the features people want are not standard. The base engine is a 1.5L turbocharged engine but the new Sport and Sport Premium version has 6 more horsepower but requires premium fuel.
Competitors to the Honda Civic are the Toyota Corolla, Ford Focus, Ford Fiesta, Kia Soul, Nissan Versa, Chevy Sonic, Chevrolet Sonic, Kia Rio, Honda Fit, Honda HR-V, Toyota Yaris, Chevy Spark, Chevrolet Spark, Chevy Cruze, Chevrolet Cruze, Kia Forte, VW Jetta, VW Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Golf, Dodge Dart, Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Elantra, Nissan Sentra, Fiat 500, Fiat 500X, Mazda3, Mazda2, Mazda6, Scion iM and Mitsubishi Lancer.
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Zack Spencer
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First people complain that the Honda design is too boring, now they complain it's too bold.
Then they complain it's low tech. Now that it has good tech, they complain it's too expensive.
This vehicle is a good product because:
Good projected resale value
Good projected reliability
Good engine power without much of a penalty from fuel economy (for its class)
Good storage capacity
Good ergonomics
Fun to drive (for its class)
Safety!
Easy to do maintenance on
Decent dealer network in North America
Built in Europe!
While I agree that the Mazda 3 is a better looking hatch and that the Impreza has AWD, this Civic is the most well rounded of the competitors and in my humble opinion a best buy.
Mourinho M It is too expensive especially at higher trims. The future SI and S version will probably be priced way too high making alternatives to the Civic more desireable. The car does drive like a more expensive car which is why it is selling well.
Mourinho M I agree. Honda engines are the most reliable...
Mourinho M it still looks like shit
Mourinho M the hatch is just a lil bit odd looking to me. And I don't like cvts. At all.
Mourinho M I will Admit that models above the base do look good in hatch but fun to drive and resale value. Eh. The same as other cars on the roads.
Premium fuel is not required jus recommended , some people get that confused. You will get better performance out of the engine if you use premium fuel using regular unleaded will not hurt the engine or void manufacturers warranty .
This! I just test drove it and asked that exact question. You gain a little bit of horse power from premium, but regular does NOT hurt the engine at all. The engine can adjust for different compression ratios.
If only we got the hatch SI though :(
@@michael4123 What.... It's not a variable compression engine..
Even if it’s sports ?
@@MARKTRON10 compression ratios are not variable.
Ive been driving civic for 10 years as a daily car and its so good it is fuel efficient car i got up to 42 mpg on highway
In 2016, the base price in Canada of the LX CVT Civic hatch was $22 600, now in 2020, its $27 275. That's a huge jump !
I love how honda keeps the interior simple.. New tech doesnt last long..
Love everything about it and getting a black LX
Did you get it?
These 4 bangers should be 20 grand tops. Material quality keeps getting cheaper despite how good some car companies make it look while prices keep going up and makes it hard for the working man to afford without getting a 8+ year loan.
I think this car is great and I’d definitely get it used. THanks for doing the base model! I like the horse power.
Ontario in fall is just beautiful!!!
Are you still alive in 2024?
@@Jamila-v9t i don't think i'm following you here. but i'm still alive and i still think Ontario in fall is beautiful. And no, the civic hatchback is not worth the money.
Just got my hatch sport today so far I love it
How is it so far?
Dude I bought a 19 I love it also
Great review Zack! Thanks.
I bought mine a few weeks ago, black on black LX. The turbo is so much fun.
This looks a lot more like a crossover (and actually not too far off the Crosstour) than what you'd expect a compact hatch to look like. I think the Mazda3 with the 2.5L engine is arguably the better buy here.
Mazda do have better style but it is more expensive. Also road noise and back seat passenger leg space/ cargo space would be a win for Honda. All depends on what you want
Thokko The Civic hatchback has already had a Kammback design (i.e., like a Prius/CRX design) since the 8th generation. So that's two generations already. :)
Kammback design is better for aerodynamics, than a square hatchback like a Golf or EP3 hatch.
Motormouth is the Best Canadian review out there... IMO
Which province are you in? Not trying to be freak I'm just a Canadian and we're wondering because it's nice to see Canadian youtubers from now and then
He's based in BC.
Drumming Ace they do a lot of filming in Ontario. the TV show now has a European guest host.
I'm based on Canada, Montreal city. Check out my channel !
Wow. This video is a little different from the ones y’all make nowadays. Still very informative for someone to purchased a used 21 civic.
yes there is no doubt about it, they are so beautiful, it's to bad all of the honda are not made nice and beautiful.
It's between a 2018 civic hatchback and 2019 corolla hatchback. Your 2 videos really helped me. I'm going to test drive both. I prefer the style of the corolla, but I might like the performance of the civic more. Test drive should solve that issue for me. Thanks for the videos!!
I love it a great reliable car they have been very good cars for years I know a lot of people who have had one many miles and still going strong
Great car!! Just picked up an EX-L with Nav Love it!!
Massive pressure on that plant in England to maintain the huge demand. Love this car!
I agree they should make the hatchback with the 2.0 I want a hatchback but not with a turbo come on Honda you got everything else right 🇺🇸
A fabulously styled car. Can't wait to see it in the UK!
Andrew K, Northern Ireland Yes on crack...
I'll definitely will buy the hatch vti-s manual when it comes to Australia this year. Hopefully it comes in manual, I've had Mercedes Benz for years had enough fixing them constantly! Looking forward to the civic. These days u get more bang for ur buck and at the price I'd shell out a few more thousand than the base model but don't want to get the one which only takes premium fuel!
I've got the sport with automatic and cvt, and yes the turbo lag is significant, and somewhat disappointing. Mind you I haven't driven any other turbo, so I don't have a good reference. Since the sport comes with the paddles, when I want to gun it, I might downshift with the paddles then throttle, and it does a pretty good job. Overall, I'm very happy with the car.
Picking up a blue sport touring, so nice!
Aaron Banga looking to pick one up as well!
Aaron Banga I picked one up yesterday. Awesome car and amazing fuel economy. I was getting 40 mpg doing 80 mph. My fusion would give me 23 at that speed
God that blind spot is MASSIVE back there. Glad I got the Scion iM instead of waiting
awesome review Zack. thanks
Great objective review.
Great review! Yeah, for the money I'd just take the GTI. It's not that much expensive than the mid-level Civic and is a much better handling car.
My old 2002 Civic's clutch pedal is pretty heavy to press. I test drove a newer Mazda 3 and Ford Fiesta and was surprised how light and easy the clutch pedals are these days. Hopefully the clutches are still built tough with longevity in mind.
$31k is accord money not even considering premium fuel. Not sure what Honda were thinking here...
Jarl Ballin' it doesn't have to have premium and $27-28k is about the hugest the touring will get unless you add stuff to it
31k is BMW money.
buildmorefarms100 good thing it isn't 31k.
Honda was thinking there going to sell millions of these and they will. Try to find a fully loaded, reliable, semiautonimous car for $31k. I assume that's Canadian money cause in the US these top out at just under $28k. Former 3 series bmw owner. New Civic coupe owner.
Sydney DeBord No one would buy it.
Love the Styling, Mazda just needs to make their back seat and trunk bigger to compete directly against this.
D Doge Mazda has very poor quality bodies. Style is nice though.
Mazda 3 Hatch is better then this vehicle. I'm sold on the Mazda 3 once it get's carplay.
Said by the dumbfucks who never owned the newest mazda3. The new civic looks like an inbred turtle. Mazda3 looks more elegant, drives better and has a faster engine. Civic feels cheaply made. Test drove one, try close the door and right there it gives the hint how cheap it is.
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Great review Zack!
I want this for my first car
Wow I'm happy I didn't wait and just got the LX Sedan, these prices are nuts, and premium fuel in a Honda? They should have considered Diesel! Crazy!
Great review. What means premium fuel in Canada? Got to do with the octane number of it?
independent rear suspension...nice to hear,this is me next baby!
In the UK, cars have a higher tax rate with engines above 1.5 litres. This is why the Civic is sold over there with 1.0 turbo and 1.5 turbo engines. They probably figured the 1.0 turbo wouldn’t sell in North America, and a 2.0 version would all have to be for export, so 1.5 it is.
Should I go with the sport or Ex? I love the 18 inch wheels and dual exhaust in the sport. But losing that touch screen and push to start really blows.. what do you guys think?
It would be cool if there was an si hatch with paddle shifters. It’s my own preference but when ever I’ve driven a car equipped with paddle shift I find its so responsive and quick and you can get going pretty quickly with little to no effort. But otherwise great job Honda on the new hatch. I’m torn between a regular civ sedan or the new hatch to by. I’m looking for something fuel efficient and fun to drive and a bit sporty
You don’t need premium on the Sport and Sport Touring but it does help with getting the full 180 HP
Ok, so I live in Puerto Rico and Premium gas is about an average of 83 cents per litre, Regular gas about 79 cent per litre and Diesel fuel about 73 cents per litre. Don't complain when your filling it up for 50 cents
This civic is as big as the older generation accord. Compact cars should be compact cars.
The Civic getting bigger and wider isn't a bad thing at all when you have the Fit/Jazz as a true compact alternative.
averagejoe fits are not compact. They are cheap economy cars. They are entry level cars.
So are civics
averagejoe well, civics are more expensive that fits. Too expensive to be an entry level car.
7elephantastic Just look at the price tags of other cars in the same class and be reasonable and fair. Civics are not really too expensive. It's just that modern entry level cars can be equipped with expensive advanced options. They aren't expensive but can be expensive if you want. It's rather a good thing.
It's a beautiful car. The only thing I don't like are those to plastic grills at the back. They look too big and distorts the streamlined body. The premium fuel requirement is a downfall all the way!
Mauricio Castro its recommended not requirement
Premium fuel only for the sport with 180 hp so get the base duh.
What they should do is follow Mazda's lead with the CX9, where the engine management senses the type of fuel and adjusts the timing accordingly 227 up to 250 depending on the type of fuel.
I'm looking for a a great drive . do u recommend Mazda 3 hatch or Civic hatchback?
The Sport will be somewhat of a stepchild in the lineup. Why get the Sport if the Si will be available?
I'm also so happy that Honda is finally getting the word! They are ditching the quirky dash styling for more traditional layouts.
Huh? In the U.S. the Sport trim has the HP bump along with the center dual exhaust. If you want the full 180HP they're requiring Premium gas.... but if you use Regular you'll just get the standard 174HP. You will hardly notice a difference... I assume the onboard computer adjusts the timing depending on the fuel. So nobody is forcing you to buy premium.
Hello, good review thanks.
Is the backup camera include in this version?
yes, it is
It actually says premium fuel is recommended, but not required.. I wonder if you can fill it up with regular fuel still.
its interesting the gap between people thinking its ugly and people thinking it looks good, im between this the subaru impreza or the mazda 3 for our new car, the civic is winning right now, premium fuel in NY state is relatively cheap so no issue, the strange thing is this weird 27k price tag on the sport, the sticker price on the sport near me is just under 23k
Honda needs to learn how to make better looking rims on the base and mid trims! Those rims ruin the look
Realtime Reviews I agree
I own a blue LX hatchback similar to the one shown, the rims probably wouldn't be my first choice but I think they look better in person honestly.
Look a vw base rims tho, these r still a big step up
Looks good, but if you want cheaper get the Fit.
Can you still use regular on the non base models? Of course your not going get the the performance on paper, but maybe the ecu will de-tune the engine to base model power?
2:17 That's incorrect. Lanewatch only comes in the sport trim and higher. LX sensing trim does not have that in Canadian models.
Pretty much the reason why it's such a deal breaker, just test drove the stick shift and it was such a disappointement: "Not that the six-speed manual is perfect-Honda's maddening rev-hang on upshifts is here in a big way. Shifting near redline on hard acceleration, the engine sometimes surges for a full second with your foot off the accelerator and the clutch depressed. The transmission doesn't mind fast shifts, but the delicate-feeling shifter and super-light clutch feel like they came from an arcade game."
- review from Road and Track
There is a Civic Hatchback EX, sunroof, Apple Car Play, 1.5 Turbo Charged, 17" Alloy Wheels, CVT Trans, around $22,800 in the USA. My first Honda 2003 was an LX and I will never do that again. This Hatchback is just beautiful. Sonic Gray Pearl would be my color pick, but too bad only available with black interior, very hot here in Florida in the summer. I also think the stereo system is upgraded. Does this car have dual a/c system? Again hot in FL UGH!
The American LX is different from the Canadian LX. Canada only has three trims: LX, sport and sport touring. Canada's LX is basically the american EX.
I don't get why people whine over premium fuel, its maybe $4 more/tank in a car like this when you fill up. It will also help the engine last longer. Direct injection engine run way better in the long run with premium fuel.
I've never heard this, why would it make the engine last longer?
Ohhh! The exterior of the Civic hatchback version looks like a jet. The one feature that I do not like is the sliding, capacitive touch volume control on the center console of the display module.
Also Zack, will you be doing a review on the 2017 Lexus IS F-sport?
I am thinking about leasing the car.
Simon Fan Productions use the one on the steering wheel. having a knob is a non issue but a wheel on the steering wheel be better.
I'm looking to buy either a Honda or Toyota. 2017.
Have had both cars before. Got turned off when he said 'made in England'.
I'll pass thank you.
Appreciation from Canada for the upload
Forget about a Premium fuel economic car in Canada. It won't just work, it's psychological. Not to mention, it's all for an extra 5Hp.
Great looking car. A little disappointed with the price. Was looking at buying this but might opt for the sedan instead. Nice speeding 30km/h over the limit :)
Is that another 2017 Civic Hatchback in front of him?
What if you put regular fuel in a car that recommends premium?
would be great if you could do a 0-60 test between manual and cvt. Probably pretty hard to do though. to be proper it would need same size tires n such
hi Zack, did you hear that the Si will be in hatch form as well? up to now it was only the sedan and coupe confirmed. thanks
IMPORTANT CAR BUYING TIPS, the civic 2015 is a nice car, but there is 1 thing that i hate about any car, when they do the alignment the staring wheel is slightly leaning to the left side wile driving on a very strait highway, and you know what that means, the car could be in line , but ours wasn't, was always wearing the right tire on the out side, honda said that it was the tire company flat, that's not the truth, the truth is the car is aligned with the 2 front wheels to far to the right, and this why the staring wheel is going down to the left, but the honda are beautiful cars, i am not saying that, if someone is leasing , hay any thing is ok, but when buying any car, honda and nissan, mostly, i checked them all, all makes and models, there is 2 really important factors to look for when buying a new car, number 1, check all door and hood and trunk seams to see if the space is the same on all doors , hood , and trunk cover, number 2, how it is handling and staring on the highway, the staring wheel should be right strait and level wile driving on a strait highway , it should be so so easy and comfortably to drive, not having to direct the car every foot of the way, the car should almost float like a plain , if the car that you are thinking of buying fails thouse 2 test, leave it there walk away, try another car, until you find one that passes those 2 teats, it;s is very important, you will be very glad that you did, because a car that fails the 2 tests, your having big problems down the road, , this goes for all cars makes and models, but i have checked many cars , and honda , and nissan mostly have those problems, never grab and take, because listen guys, a car should be made straid all thing lining up nice, if not there something wrong some one is not telling you, car buying tips, you'll be glade that you did.
$27,000 for a civic? Ridiculous! And the $21,000 model doesn't have standard push button start, no paddles etc etc
DoubleD 613 i may think it's ridiculous. I don't think you are aware of what cars cost these days.
DoubleD 613 wait until the R version comes. The price will be ridiculous. you'll be able to buy a 5.0 Mustang for less money.
DoubleD 613 I hate push button. In fact I can't stand it. Give me the old fashion key goes into key hole any day. That sounded wrong. Well, better than hole goes onto hole or key goes onto key if you catch my drift (pun intended).
you want too much for less go to kia
Try living in Australia, I'm buying the top end one of these (not the type R) and it's costing me $40k AUD
Nothing "small" about these new Civics. Getting bigger and fatter...Man, do I miss the 80s and 90s civics.
Can you show us how Civic HB PRESTIGE model looks like with all features etc ?
I think the fact the Sport trim hatches that use premium gas kills the offer. They should've worked around that, the Sport trim is still competing in a Economy class not the SI range or Type R. Kinda disappointed
You really can't lose with a Honda Civic unless they're making stuff to break on purpose like what the U.S. and Germans do. My guess is Honda doesn't want a bad reputation, maybe the push button start and needless safety features will break so stay away from those and you should be fine.
Buying new is tough, you gotta pit one dealer against each other to get well below sticker. I suggest to anybody buy the Civic LX and just replace the stock radio with a 7 inch touchscreen and it'll look like a top trim model.
PS: I bought my 1988 Honda Accord DX Hatchback for 11.5K and a Civic LX hatchback today could be bought for 19.5K. My Accord DX didn't even have power windows, about 98-104HP back then and it probably was smaller than today's Civic. So does paying 8K more today for a LOT more car than 29 years ago seem like a good deal to you?
He keeps mentioning that the car requires premium for that 180hp, but he's driving the lx which won't reach 180hp even with premium so why doesn't he just recommend the lx and say the sport trim hp bump isn't worth it. It's as if he doesn't know the lx is non premium.
Also he mentions that he thinks it's Hondas strategy to get people into the hatch by offering a manual but from what I've heard for a while, Honda will pair the sedan with a manual sometime later this year. I do agree about the premium fuel debate, it doesn't seem worth it for a small increase in power.
You make mention that the hatch will be available in Si trim but that is being heavily debated on the civicx forums. Do you have definite proof of this? Sources?
Welcome back Honda hatch. Why such a substantial share of the compact market was surrendered to the competition for so long is anyone's guess.
The Si trim, as of yet is NOT planned to be available for the hatch (Coupe and Sedan only).. The Type R will be exclusive to the Hatch.
I test drove this thing 2.0 with a MT 6 speed ... didn't like it at all ... and heel toe was not a option. Pressing the brake with the heel, the throttle was a mile away from my toe ... and I hate all CVTs ...
What about the center console fabric, to me it was rough cheap and uncomfortable --ruining the experience completely.
I have the a 1.5L turbo charged engine I don't need premium it run just fine on normal one. I have tried both and doesn't make a difference on the acceleration. (Tested it on drag track)
Does the Honda Civic hatchback come with an automatic transmission and what trim would that be ??
Why didn't they just bring over a standard hatchback (with actual hatchback body styling) from Europe at a normal civic price? I swear I think companies completely drop the ball sometimes on what they think will sell.
How does it compare to the mazda3 hatch?
rainystorm88 clearly it is MUCH uglier
rainystorm88 Mazda 3 looks like a shoe, civic hatchback looks like a sports car with better gas mileage.
Civic hatchback is like a less edgy mazda3 hatchback in style.
Guys, don't compare the Canadian trim levels between Canada and the States, as they have different contents! For example, the US Si is based on the LX, in Canada, the same Si is based on the EX, with some Touring features added. Etc...
1.5turbo on premium? My 2.o Turbo Kia Sportage 2011 does 260HP on REGULAR FUEL and 0-60 in 6.2 seconds... and it is a KIA AWD suv
Pretty much every person I know of drive Honda Civic. Hence the slogan "Civic Nation" I guess. Pretty nice looking car though don't get me wrong, the reliability is up there too. Not sure if I should buy one though considering how every damn person I know of drive Honda. I want something different from the rest without spending a fortune on it.
Oo2k10 Mazda3's certainty a good slightly... less main stream option ^_^
Premium for 6HP? Why would you do that.. The sedan Touring can do 0-60 in 7 seconds, 6HP isn't going to change anything noticeable. They definitely should've changed the interior to differentiate it more. The only thing nicer on this is the Sport's rims.
Premium is the **only** petrol available in Europe. That would explain why it is designed for premium.
The numbers are sad.... Honda is loosing it! When a Kia can do much higher numbers on REGULAR and is considered more reliable on top of it, it is time to think about their strategy. Kia/Hyundai 1.6L =201 HP Kia/Hyundai 2.0L =260 HP now nurfed to 230hp BOTH ON REGULAR (recommended) My 2011 Sportage turbo AWD does 0-60 in 6.2 now that puts this civic to shame.
W-_-T the torque is significantly higher. it's not only about horse power. the reviewer doesn't seem to understand this.
The Canadian LX is less expensive than the USDM LX trim and has most of the content of our EX trim that sits above Sport. Our LX doesn’t get the infotainment screen or heated seats but costs $21k USD. I can’t believe you’re complaining about the “premium” price and the 1.5T being standard. The 2.0 is slow and boring and no more efficient. I’m glad you can use regular gas in the turbo. 6hp not worth it for premium fuel you’ll never notice it. If you want more power from the 1.5T get a Hondata flash tune. It will require premium but you’ll be well over Civic Si power.
Its annoys me that Canada gets very limited trim levels to chose from for this hatch. It forces you to get the fully loaded top trim to get leather seats for example. In the US they get way more options. The EXL in the US is how id get this bit its not even an option in Canada. Get it together Honda. If you can give the US more trim levels to chose from you should give Canadians the same choices.
The1. 5ton the crv does not require premium fuel. As far as I know, no honda requires premium. I'm sure you can eek out better performance with premium, but you won't kill your car uf you do not.
I know the US will be getting the EX-L NAVI trim, will Canada be getting them as well?
it does not require premium fuel. it requires it for the highest horse power. you have a choice. also, you seem to be ignorant of its 40 mpg mileage. how is that bad? you can't get that with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine, as you'd hope to have. that kind of engine would certainly be too much for a Civic...and not have such good mileage.
Its to bold ??? As for the interior? To space age for my liking
is it normal i prefer the 2016 one over the 2017 one?
Black looks good, chrome sometimes gets too tacky.
For years, the Civis was boring. A little quirky but boring, aside from the coupe. Come 2016 and they have again become more than just an A to B car.
Good reveiw, again. ☺
Premium recommended fuel won;t limit sales. People will just put regular instead and get the power the other Civics get. It would be foolish to not buy the car because you can get more power with higher octane.
Honda has built some beautiful Civic hatches, in my opinion, this is not one of them. It looks like a Crosstour part 2.
I thought Honda was releasing sedan with 1.5 in manual in all trim levels? Is this true still?
Man Zack what did they do to the centre screen on the 2018 LX? It looks way crappier than the 2017 LX screen in this video.