2016 Honda Civic Review

By Mike Hanley
October 16, 2015
img1188753491 1444951242309 jpg 2016 Honda Civic; | Cars.com photo by Mike Hanley

Criticized for an austere redesign of its Civic compact car a few years ago, Honda has responded with an all-new 2016 Civic that’s entertaining to drive, has a premium feel and offers advanced active safety features.

Find out more in my review.

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Senior Road Test Editor
Mike Hanley

I oversee Cars.com’s testing-related Editorial content, from our expert car reviews and videos to our multivehicle comparison tests. I’ve been covering the auto industry for more than 20 years, with a focus on helping shoppers find the right car for them. I’m a member of the Midwest Automotive Media Association, and I’m also a juror for the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year awards. My daily driver is a Honda Odyssey minivan; my very occasional driver is a Ford Focus that’s prepped for cheap endurance racing.

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