Honda Civic Problems

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Honda recall to replace faulty Takata airbags for second time

By Robbie Wallis · 24 Jan 2017

Honda Australia has issued a recall notice to replace faulty Takata airbag inflators in a batch of 25,282 of its vehicles, which had already been recalled to rectify the same issue.

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Mazda 3 2008: Is it a good buy for $10,000?

Answered by Graham Smith · 06 Jan 2017

A 2008 Mazda 3 Neo would be a good choice, but I would be trying to get it for $8500-$9000, $10,000 is too much unless it is a very low mileage example. Others to consider would be the Honda Civic VTi, which would be my preference, and the Hyundai Elantra.

Ford Focus 2009: Is it a good car?

Answered by Graham Smith · 14 Apr 2017

The Focus is a great driving car, but there are serious issues with its dual-clutch automatic transmission, so serious you should avoid it, or buy a manual. Consider others like the Mazda3, Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Kia Rio, etc.

Ford Focus 2012: Is it good on the highway?

Answered by Graham Smith · 24 Mar 2017

The Focus is a good car with a serious flaw; it has a dual-clutch automatic transmission that gives trouble. I would happily have a 2012 Focus with a manual gearbox, but I wouldn't buy one with a dual-clutch auto. I'd be looking at a Japanese or Korean brand and going for something like a Mazda 3, Honda Civic or Accord, Hyundai Elantra with a good record of reliability.

Holden Commodore: What's a good replacement?

Answered by Graham Smith · 17 Feb 2017

All of the cars you name meet your criteria of size, economy, performance and handling.

You could also add the Mazda3 and 6 to the list.

Of all of those I would nominate the Camry as the great all-rounder.

Used Honda Civic review: 1995-2000

By Graham Smith · 11 Oct 2017

The Honda Civic offers buyers of used small cars a little more than the rest; it also has a reputation for quality and design innovation that sets it apart in the eyes of small car buyers.

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Used Honda Civic review: 2006-2012

By Graham Smith · 04 Oct 2017

Honda has long had a reputation for building high quality prestige cars that are packed with technology. The front-wheel drive Civic is one of its most popular; it’s been a mainstay of the company’s range since it was introduced here in 1973, and the eighth generation model introduced in 2006 continued that

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Used Honda Civic review: 2012-2016

By Graham Smith · 03 Oct 2017

Honda has long used its involvement in motorsport to promote an image of prestige, quality, superior technology, and a sporty driving experience in all its models.

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Used Honda Civic review: 2000-2006

By Graham Smith · 10 Oct 2017

The seventh gen Honda Civic was more staid than sporty compared to its forebears, but remained a popular small car, with front-wheel drive and five seats. A sound choice if you buy one in top shape.

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Used Honda Civic review: 1990-1995

By Graham Smith · 25 Oct 2017

When the fifth-generation Honda Civic hit the road in the early 1990s, it was still years away when Australians abandon their big-car for something smaller.

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