Value for the Money
Dynamically, Civic matches the class-leading Volkswagen Jetta and Mazda 3. That's high praise, even if the Honda isn't quite as substantial feeling as the Jetta; or, except for the Si, quite as athletic as the Mazda. Civics are more comfortable than most rivals, despite being only as big inside as they absolutely need to be. With its two-tiered instrument layout and some futuristic shapes, the interior is innovative--even entertaining--without sacrificing functionality. What no competitor matches is the particular fusion of reliability, engineering, style, and value that Honda brings to this market segment. Civic continues as a compact-car Best Buy. DX models depreciate the fastest, and could be sensible used-car choices. Other Civics tend to be expensive secondhand.