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2009 Honda Civic consumer reviews

$15,305–$16,105 MSRP range
side view of 2009 Civic Honda
(148 reviews)
92% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.2
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.3
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 4.7
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Pleasantly surprised

This is first "small" car. After trying numerous used cars including Sentras, Corollas, and Civics, I was very certain that I wanted to buy a 2006-2011 Civic. Sorry 2012 Civic, you are too dang ugly. The car is well-built; the interior is nice compared to other small cars; and the gas mileage is awesome.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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no problem so far

This car is very awesome. It saves gas. There was no problems so far. It is very reliable. I like it :)

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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First Car, Still my favorite

This was the first car I ever owned and let me just tell you, it's awesome! Great driving experience and zippy

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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honda civic ex

Got such a cute car and reliable from a great dealer mmg of mansfield , top rated and best of the best

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice, needs some kick

Had all I desired outside of low end speed. Ended up w/ Kia Forte Coupe. Needed some kick to get me on freeway. Nice styling and unbeatable reliability. We'll see how the Kia compares my Acura.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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The economical and reliable Civic

A great car. Good economy, about 35 mpg. Rides and drives good. The interior has adequate room and the controls are easily seen and reached. The 5 speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly and the engine has plenty of power. The pass thru back seats give extra trunk space if needed. Then there is the legendary Civic reliability. My last Civic had over 250,000 miles and still ran great.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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A great and practical choice

We watched the internet listings for this and similar vehicles for quite some time. I lost a company car and so we needed an additional vehicle. At the same time, we wanted a car we were happy and proud to drive that wouldn't break the bank; some rules were 1)used, 2) great gas mileage, 3)dependable and 4) having decent looks and comfort. I coerced my wife to go to a large dealership to actually see a car; we spotted a used, but "like new" Civic and were instantly attracted to it, drove it and then bought it on the spot. Honda certified the car and the dealer added a lifetime mototr/powertrain warranty. LOVE this car, fun to drive and 36 mpg. This thing is bulletproof. Ray

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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BAIT & SWITCH

I contacted the dealer and arranged to go see this car. When I got there, this car and 4 of 5 others I identified were not available. Buyer beware - BAIT & SWITCH.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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depemndable great to drive, everybody has the same

A great car that is dependable, own for a long time, great features and great for the $! Problem is a boring look and there are 5 of the same car in every parking lot.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Not what I was expecting

I always wondered why people say Honda's are good and reliable but now that I have one I wished people would just stop hyping everything up. I have the Honda EX-L and regret buying one. Bought it used with 50k miles. The dash is ridiculous long and the view in any direction is horrible. The seats make my back and neck hurt after about half an hour of driving and the inside noise is pretty loud. Power is pathetic and brakes pretty rough. I drive like and old lady with this car but the transmission is already starting to slip gears. This is my first Honda and will probably be my last. Had two Acura TL's before this and also had many problems while the car was fairly young. I'm sticking with Toyota's from now on. I loved my Rav4 and was stupid for trading it in for this garbage.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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