With this Honda in particular I like that there is great attention to detail in almost every part of the car that serves the user in some way. Very clever inclusions which more manufacturers could stand to include, notwithstanding Honda themselves as they have removed some of this tech. So, for example, I find those smart folding seats absolutely game-changing. They look amazing. I was also stunned to find the sheer size of the car. Now, the current Honda Civics look almost saloon size in their proportions. However, this looks like a very small compact car, yet it appears to me to be bigger than the Golf its segment mate. The amount of knee room in the back is tip top too. The boot space is top class, along with the additional storage compartment under that. I haven't got the chance to drive one yet, but I hear they are also quite competent on the road, if not even a little bit of fun. And they are generally quite frugal, extremely reliable with fantastic petrol and a really stellar diesel engine. One last thing I like about the car is that driver orientated dash. Naturally, it will divide people. I remember seeing this car for the first time back in 2008 and I had to do a double take because I'd never seen a car like it. It looks so much like a concept car, I couldn't believe there was a car that looked like that on the road. And even today, although it still looks futuristic, I wouldn't call it modern since it doesn't follow modern design trends, but it certainly does not look out of place. And it's one of those designs that will age well into a retro future kind of aesthetic, including the interior. So, there's not much to criticise about the car. I'm considering selling and trading in my 2006 Mini Cooper S R53 and purchasing one of these 2009 Civics 2.2 D. I love the practicality, the comfy cabin amd the idea of saving money on the fuel costs, although outside of my first car, this will be the first time I will have purchased an eco car that's not just for pure smiles and giggles, but there's something quite cool about this car anyway. Maybe I'm a fool for getting rid of a Mini, especially when it's the last model year and it'll be a classic in just under 2 years. It's also a riot to drive. Just don't put people large bags inside!
@techjunkie68smusicandtech56
4 жыл бұрын
Having owned an older Civic (2000 1.4 Sport) I absolutely loved the car!, Sporty but very economic in fuel consumption, just a shame that the amount of repairs that needed doing meant I had to scrap it, I had no money at that time. But as soon as I can afford a car again I'll be looking at one of these!
@cstoao
4 жыл бұрын
I own a 2007 in black. I fell for the headlights and dashboard. It feels like it just wants to go and it hates slowpokes as much as I do 😂
@gainsbourg66
Жыл бұрын
Interesting review - it truly is a remarkable car
@bhupensolanki2501
Жыл бұрын
Excellent information about car
@bhupensolanki2501
2 жыл бұрын
very beautiful video nicely explained
@tommyzoo
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@przemokbh8079
Жыл бұрын
Hey. I have change to buy one 2016 executive version with 1.8 v tec and I really like. Should I change from mitsubishi asx 1.6 petrol. I'm a little tired of that car just 5 gear loud in cabinet.
@KibatheMalinois
3 жыл бұрын
You sound like one of those commentators for cricket. Sorry I really don't mean to be rude or offensive, it just that your tone reminds me of the English commentators. Edit: Excellent review by the way. Love the hatch and thinking of getting one myself, just not sure 2009 or 2010
@dianevoysey9665
Жыл бұрын
Love it
@alperenartam9380
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, i have owned that car a months ago. I have to ask somethinh which itches my mind :) I live in Turkey but the car is made in England and the English versions located in steering wheel in right side. My car is left sided indeed. I think this version is exported in custom(Turkey). Is the left sided versions widespread in European market? I am just curious about where my car is just exported and delivered to my country(Turkey) custom border. Thank u for advance :) Btw I am very glad to own it ! It has efficient and powerfull engine whereas it's economic and swift :)
@FarHanSolo
7 жыл бұрын
Tony, you come across plenty of these. I'm looking at P/X my Accord Tourer iDTEC Ex. The higher the miles the better (cheaper)/ Look forward to hearing from you as these Civics don't hang around I guess
@34T2
2 жыл бұрын
Bought a 2007 1.4 last week. I find it quite difficult with the clutch its as if the car doesnt want to move when i just.use the clutch on gear 1 will take it to garage to check. Does have 100.000 miles on the clock though and does seem to drink petrrol but not rapidly. I do love this car i must say For a 2007 the dash is futuristic and its quite.nippy
@danielkirkland3366
2 жыл бұрын
Dude just press the gas pedal lol
@otleybull
4 жыл бұрын
I had one of those many years ago, excellent car but it did like to consume oil.
@commendatore2516
3 жыл бұрын
what engine did you had? the 2.2 diesel?, the 1.4 petrol or the 1.8 petrol?
@lukey3507
3 жыл бұрын
@@commendatore2516 The 1.8 and the 2.2 Diesel both consume around half a litre every 800-1000 miles. This is normal with most modern vehicles.
@a.s.v4261
6 ай бұрын
@@lukey3507Mine 0,75 liters every 10.000 km
@philip244
Ай бұрын
@@lukey3507bollocks
@ThePrivateGamer19
Жыл бұрын
What type of glass is used for the panoramic roof?
@tommyzoo
Жыл бұрын
Sorry I wouldn’t know
@wealdstoneraider5364
Жыл бұрын
AUNTIE GARK! AUNTIE GARK! They say the Caspian Sea is full of fish. I heard that, pardon.
@JamesKightleyDK
3 жыл бұрын
my right ear loved the road test
@tommyzoo
3 жыл бұрын
Yep. Sorry!
@JamesKightleyDK
3 жыл бұрын
@@tommyzoo it's fine, it's an old video I'm sure nobody minds 🤣
@Rocky-zv2hb
3 жыл бұрын
Bought one today. Is it normal for them to consume oil fairly quickly?
@tommyzoo
3 жыл бұрын
Rocky44 With age like many cars they can. A petrol shouldn’t use a lot though
@Rocky-zv2hb
3 жыл бұрын
BMC Specialist cars hmmm bizarre I bought a 1.8 petrol and it’s come with oil problems and cooling problems but are probably simple foxes
@tommyzoo
3 жыл бұрын
Rocky44 Hopefully so
@steve00alt70
3 жыл бұрын
wow a digital speedo for a 2006? what. You would see that kind of stuff in a 2015
@TADAMAT-CZ
Жыл бұрын
I mean, even some cars in 70s and 80s had a digital dashboard, so not that surprising
@WH250398
3 жыл бұрын
Only thing I worry about is not having that rear wiper, in the rain, in the dark, and then parking in reverse. Can you even see anything?
@tommyzoo
3 жыл бұрын
Yep a daft omission that they rectified on the 2012 models. Tbh on the move it’s fine as the aerodynamics clear it. You tend to use the small vertical screen on the rear when reversing Rare models have a rear camera which is great but I’d recommend parking sensors to make life easier
@WH250398
3 жыл бұрын
@@tommyzoo So the smaller screen doesn't catch water that much? The 2012 version is a much more attractive model to me, but the prices are a bit ridiculous. They're 9 years old now, and still go for over 10.000 euros, so the previous generation is simply much easier to get for me.
@tommyzoo
3 жыл бұрын
@@WH250398 It still isn't ideal but its more resistant to water than the upper section. The 2012 models do hold their money well but for good reason !!
@steve00alt70
3 жыл бұрын
I removed my rear window wiper. I just turn on my rear window demister and see perfectly.
@WH250398
3 жыл бұрын
I actually bought the car! Thankfully the rear demister is very quick. It's not much of an issue.
@mohammadahmad566
2 жыл бұрын
Kindly tell me it's fuel average thanks
@tommyzoo
2 жыл бұрын
43 mpg
@johncockram248
4 жыл бұрын
I drove one of these a few weeks ago and I thought the gear change was a bit weird seamed to hold back a bit and change gear at strange times, pulling out of Junction and it changed into second seamed to stop then go again only had 50000 on clock.
@tommyzoo
4 жыл бұрын
John Cockram It is an auto clutch running into a manual gear box internally The technique is to lift the throttle slightly as the gear engages and it smooths it out. They have a more abrupt feel in the lower gears It should always be seen as a ‘automated’ manual gear change and the changes will feel as if being driven in a manual car
@RailorGamesYT
3 жыл бұрын
@@tommyzoo This make a lot of sense. I bought a civic 2007 like a week ago and I tought i lost my money
@Coa_Kralj_Coa_The_King
9 ай бұрын
How many horse power
@tommyzoo
9 ай бұрын
136
@joynulislam396
3 жыл бұрын
This does 60mph at around 2500rpm in gear 6? Is that normall?
@wolves-vc6yr
2 жыл бұрын
Yes mate, the 2.2 diesel does just under 2000rpm. It's because its petrol,I've drove both the petrol and diesel ones.
@joynulislam396
2 жыл бұрын
@@wolves-vc6yr cheers mate🤙
@kiskis0611
4 жыл бұрын
car realy good as it looks don't know why it prefer drive females this is more like entusiast car or is just Clarkson top gear poor review?
@WH250398
3 жыл бұрын
Clarkson's review was about the Type R, not this one. James May reviewed this on Top Gear and was very positive.
@dommidavros2211
29 күн бұрын
Apparently the diesel 2.2 is better!
@tommyzoo
29 күн бұрын
Both have pros and cons !
@markkoetsier6475
5 жыл бұрын
2:18 Sure, a dead man should be able to fix that up no problem!
@tommyzoo
5 жыл бұрын
Mark Koetsier Yes he did
@eph6v16
4 жыл бұрын
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@kevinwalsh2513
Жыл бұрын
That was the most dullest car review I’ve ever seen, fell asleep before it ended.
@tommyzoo
Жыл бұрын
glad you liked it.... the videos are not for entertainment but for attachment to the adverts. They have been appreciated by all my customers to a man. But if it helped with your sleep then it is a win win. Have a good day. May want to check your grammar too.
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