The 8th Gen Honda Civic is the Underdog of all Civic’s
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- Опубликовано: 6 авг 2024
- After spending quite a bit of time with this Civic, even outside of RUclips, I've really grown close to the little guy. Such good little cars.
Thanks to Michael for letting me shoot his Civic :)
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0:00 - Intro
0:32 - History of the Civic
2:46 - Spec of this Civic
3:11 - Powertrain Specs
4:00 - Trunk Space
4:31 - Interior
8:32 - Driving Impressions
14:26 - Closing & Outro
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If you're are reading this... hit the like button on this video. Help Bern gain more visibility. Also Bern that do you think the height limit for this car is for the driver seat?
Means a lot brother 😅. I need it.
Whatcha mean? Like if it’s too low?
I'm over 6ft 6, so I trying to get a realistic thought process going as far as comfort lol. At bare minimum I know it'll be a 3 seater.
@@Jakeking20 ohhh I see, ha. Oh yeah the seat goes down a ways. You should fit fine
Awesome, thanks.
height allowance isn't bad in front seats, but serious problem for back seats as compared to say mid 1990s or accords...you don't want adult males in the back, especially if they're sitting behind adult males
watching a review of an 8th gen civic, while owning an 8th gen civic. yeah i love this car
Even though it’s a civic (I test drove a 2015 and nothing special) it looks fun to drive, at least the one with the 3 spoke
Same crodie
It’s the best looking Civic in my mind! I have a 2010 and do not like the newer ones.
Some say it looks like a future beetle, I say it looks like a future em1
The new ones are kinda ugly I’m going to have to agree. The exterior on this one is decent and the interior is gorgeous and it honestly still looks fairly modern.
They all got the same chassis tho , 10th gen si looks way better
The shape is timeless.
I own an 09 civic with 29,000 miles and love it. I won't ever trade it.
I think this Honda is one of the best economical, dependable, and easy to maintain cars ever!
Just traded in my 2009 Toyota Rav4 V6 Sport for a 2006 Honda Civic LX sedan with 5-speed.
Best decision of my life!
So much fun to drive
"Rather drive a slow car fast, than a fast car slow"
:)
Did u pay for the trade or have payments?
Love the look of these! Still looks fresh today even with this body style nearing 20 years old. And the interior materials quality on the EX-L were insane for the class back in the day.
I agree!!
My dad had one from 2006 to 2019. This car basically carried my whole childhood and brought me into the world of cars. Thx for the video.
Ohh nice! Thanks for watching!
I love how he sounds so professional & calm
Thank you!
Watching this made me so happy that this gen of civics are being appreciated. I myself got a 8th gen 2009 honda civic EXL coupe, drives like a beauty.
That's good I'm glad! Sweeet!
I own a 2010 Civic LX sedan and it is an underdog indeed! Great handling, ride, practicality, fuel economy, and durability. Even after 106K miles, it stills drives, feels, and sounds like brand new!
How many kms do you get on a tank of gas?
@@marajevomanash I don’t own the car anymore, but when I had it, I got about 500 km on a tank in the city and 650-700 km on the highway.
Nice review I have a 2007 manual and love it. 200K miles and driving great (yes, there is road noise) But the manual drive and the nimble maneuverability are so fun. I'm hanging on to it. Inflation is making me conserve. If it ain't broke don't replace it is my new mantra.
Thank you! Nice!! Yeah manual must be really fun haha
My favorite generation so far, I just think they’ve aged the best and I like that.
I agree!!
The shape is timeless.
@@umarsyed7538 The interior is
My 2006 civic has over 160k miles, still runs brand new. Comfy ride and amazing on gas. Nothing wrong with her I love my car
What's the mileage you are getting on your civic
I also got 06 with 154000 kms love it runs like a rocket drove 2022 corolla for a while didnt like it love my civic ❤
@@msivavaibhav8020 I really hope I'm an outlier, as I'm starting to get sick of my civic. I have an '08 that I use for delivery driving. I'm kind of a maniac when it comes to accelerating and stopping (as much as I can do in a stock Civic), and after 170k miles I'm only pulling 24-26 mpg on the highway, and like 20mpg when delivering. Something about those numbers seems disappointing
@@msivavaibhav8020I have an 06 civic with 142k and it still gets 30mpg regularly
Congratulate your friend on keeping this little car in good shape.
I sure will!
I have a 2015 civic si FB6, And just picked up an 09' civic Si FA5 as my weekend car. Both the 8th and 9th gens are amazing.
Nice!!
Have an '09 EX-L w/nav I inherited from my wife who bought it new. She got her 2022 CRV and I got a creampuff Civic with 58K miles. Win-Win.😎
Amongst enthusiasts this car isn’t underrated at all. It is very appropriately praised for the incredible handling and driving feel and of course the k20z3 with the close ratio 6spd
Dude, this was such a cool review. Especially the throwback introducing the older civics.
Thank you!!
When I hear 8th gen owners rev this baby up, I can feel the joy they get out of it. Great review dude!
Haha yes indeed!! Thank you!!
Chill it’s an r18
Love my little trooper! :)
Best little Honda anyone could ask for!
Making me appreciate civics
Very good 😈😈
Greetings from Brazil!
Its my first car and i am very happy with it, i trust it a lot!
8th gen is the best looking gen for me
Welcome!! Nice thats great!
I have a 2009, and I love it! Dependable, easy to maintain, nice to drive, especially in twisty country roads. You can’t ask for better than that. I’ve got about 130,000 miles on it, and plan to keep it running well and on the road for a very long time to come. Thank you for making this review!
Nice!! It'll do another 130 no problem! Thanks for watching!
I have a 2010 civic. In fact I really love it.
Nice!!!
I used to own a 2009 Honda CIvic LX in the same color as your car. I loved it a lot and I had a lot of plans to turn it into a car that looks sexy and is more convenient and usable on the inside. Unfortunately (and it hurts to think about to this day) someone had ran a red light at 60 mph in a 40 zone and totaled my car as well as nearly killing me. My life has been worse financially and mentally ever since and I do not forgive to person who was driving recklessly, as they had no insurance, and was letting an unlicensed minor drive. The only thing I wish upon them is imprisonment. I have a 2014 Ford Focus Hatchback SE and it is a nice car, but it has no sentimental value. I will forever miss having a 2009 Honda Civic. I just want to get an 8th generation honda civic again. There's nothing I can do now because I am only 17 and I don't have the financial leverage to be able to buy or finance one.
Damn man that’s heartbreaking. I believe in you! You’ll get another 8th Gen one day
My 06 civic 300k miles original engine and transmission..still getting good gas mileage best car i ever owned.
Is the 2007 a good choice? Looking to purchase one
Nice!!!
2007 is good!
@@jontestory2628 I'd get 2009-2011, the cracked engine block was fixed.
daughters 07 300000 also ,,everthing worked when she got rid of it,no major repairs
Something I always remember about the 8th gen civic: The 2 dashboards.
Memorable!
I have EX sedan I got with 190k miles. Now sitting 207k a year later. Thing runs amazing still, no lights or codes, with a mint interior although the paint is crapping out. Stock handling is really good it’ll surprise you. 37 highway mpg all day long, best $2500 I spent.
That is excellent! What a trooper!
Amazing review. I love how driving the car feels like flying a spaceship or driving the batmobile lol.
Thank you! Right it's such a cool little experience lol
I just wish they werent grey/tan :/
Forgot to mention the visibility of this car. If you switch to another compact sedan like nissan altima you feel like driving in a shoes box. You don't have that boxing feeling with this one. Best value Ive ever got in a car. And the mecanics...man so easy.
Good point!
You're such a pleasant man, enjoy your voice and review. I've got an 8th gen, love it's all round wholesomeness, precise steering and good cornering. What makes a decent difference are quality tires, and I keep mine at 34psi. To keep the engine happy use the correct oil, changed every 10k. I've replaced the starter and alternator, not complaining at 270k km (about 170k miles).
I appreciate that! Nice, they are excellent little cars!!
i have this car and have seriously grown to appreciate it with age.
Such good cars!
I agree. I haven’t gotten tired of it after 2 years.
Completely agree with what you said. Mine is a 2006 Asian spec model ( i live in Taiwan), which I personally think aesthetically looks nicer than the NA model. Basically looks identical to the Japanese 8th gen FD1. It's not a particularly fast car with just 140 hp, but handles very well. The interior also, til this day, looks very nice, not dated AT ALL. Honda truly outdid themselves with the generation of Civics.
Oh nice! Yeah I like the Asian market 8th gen more too!
I have an 07 Honda Civic that I named Simon Car-funkle. I genuinely love this car. When I end up giving it up, I know it will be bittersweet, but I will be sticking with Honda. Lately I've been eye balling the 2018 Civic Sport Touring Hatchback.
Haha that's sweet 😆 those new ones are fancy!!
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Is yours an LX cuz I've heard that the 06 - 07 - 08 civics had a problem with the engine block cracking and leaking coolant //overheating//catastrophic failure ❓🤔 I was thinking of buying a 07 Civic LX but that kind of scared me off🧐
@keithjones8889 no, I have an EX
Thank you for your review. You have natural talent to talk and it is nice to listen to you. Great job!
Thank you for watching! I appreciate that!!
I have a 2010 atomic blue civic and I simply love this thing. In my opinion it nails every detail that I as a person find reasonable. Reliable, affordable to maintain and upgrade if so desired, extremely fun and engaging to drive (in its own way), and it doesn't scream attention. Also, Honda. Mine came with a free vape because until I got one I just though it grows in there at some point.
Ooo that blue is sharp! They really check every box
As a daily commuter with a 2007 Civic I get around 33 MPG in the city and 36.5 MPG on the highway. The best I've ever gotten was 43 MPG! This is with a 200,000 Mile engine.
Nice!!!
Heck yeah,I got 44 mpg with my 2007 ex.
I own a 8th gen 2010 now at 75k miles which has never let me down.,all servicing done on time. I kick the vtec once a week for fun.
Nice!
I just got and civic 2009 and compared it to a 2013 camry, for a small car and age it has. The car feels so fun, sporty and really premium for its price. Also the digital speedometer is just a cherry on top. I absolutely love that, all cars should have it. Even when Im going hella slow the car feels fast and fun
Yeah man!!
I honestly think that this is the best looking Civic after the new ones, but the European version is so good too as well
The way you presented this car I liked it definitely got as a subscriber.
Thank you!!
I have 8th gen Honda Civic Ex Coupe (blue) It's an awesome vehicle Would buy it 10 times over! You are a great reviewer Liking this video
Thank you very much!
I currently own an 8th Gen EX with the manual and I may be buying an 8th Gen Si. I've really loved it so far, and I'm glad to just be getting an upgraded trim. If you're looking for one, I'd recommend getting the manual transmission. It shifts great and the clutch is very good. But you cannot go wrong with these things.
Get it bro. I got mine in November and man she’s a blast
I have 2006 EX coupe, love it! 235K and efficient!
Nice!!!
The other thing I love about this is the dashboard. Makes you sit so far from the windshield - it feels royal..
Lovely design too.
I agree!
I think it’s for a crunch zone. Also, makes drives maintain safe distance from objects.
Everyone who has ever rode passenger in my civic comments on how "far" the dash it from their seating position
8th gen had all the modern safety features and feels completely modern. If it came in a hatchback it would be a great car.
Right!
Bought the 2010 civic for a winter crasher and garage the 22 si. Gotta say I love the 2010 to drive every day . The last jobsite I was on was 140 miles a day pretty comfortable.
Great video👍
Right on!
We still have my wife's 08 Civic and I absolutely love it. I've been putting a lot of blood, sweat and tears into it but it's time to finish the project and let another owner enjoy it.
It really is an underrated car.
This was such a fun review to listen to. I really enjoyed listening to you present. Fun listen!
I appreciate that!!
I gotta be honest..rode in a 2004 wrx sti..a benz s-500..a grand cherookee. My first real car after my teenage beaters was a honda couoe si 2009..still got it under 200 xxxkm still working like a charm. You only have slight issues with bushings and whatnot on those..no big repair cost..nothing..ever..only had bushing for (control arms + motor mount) and the regular oil change/alignment/galiper and stuff to change along the years..but ye. The si of that gen eith the nice lil bubbly style..still got one of the few still working well haha.
Proud owner of 2008 civic .
Nice!
As a proud owner of an 8th Gen Si, I can say that it handles like a dream especially when you get some aftermarket control arms and suspension on there. At the time of writing, I have SPC Control Arms and TruHart Coilovers. That car is snappy, responsive and makes you feel like an initial D character when you take corners, that car is glued to the floor and it took 65mph and 10+ year old tires to lose control of the car when taking a corner. It also is easy to maintenance (unless you are trying to get to the oil filter) Overall, the 8th Gen Si is a phenomenal car and sounds great especially when VTEC kicks in (I currently have an Invidia Q300 Catback). I also have projector headlights. One thing that I want to stress to anyone who owns an 8th Gen Si, is that this is not a car that you should build for power, but instead handling. Focus more on control/handling mods then follow up with some small power mods like air intake, throttle body, headers and other such things. I also recommend adding after market detent springs as they make the gear shift snap into gear when it usually feels kinda mushy. It's a great track/touge car if you build it right and a genuine gem.
Nice!!
Always wanted one of these. Might go for one when its time to retire my 09 TC with cars costing what they do today.
perfect review ever fro a car. keep it up. Love from Pakistan
Thank you very much!
Bought my 08 new and still have it. Just passed 140k and still going strong. Great car.
That's great to hear!!
The car is great and so are you man! I love your tone and style of speaking. Luck.
Thank you very much!!
The last generation of the Civc greats
Thanks for the detailed review. I have a 7th gen 03 coupe. But still appreciate these.
Thank you!
I love the 8th gen civic, I own a 2011, it's su h an incredible car, and I agree that it is so underrated
This is a Great video, hope it gets lots of views
Thank you!!
Great video ! Nice job!
Thank you!
The best Gen period ..
Yeah!
awesome video man!
Thank you!
I have a 2011 Honda civic EX-L what surprised me was that it has leather seats and heated seat once I saw it on OfferUp I knew I had to buy it as my first car. What can I tell you.. it’s a fun car to drive I have so much love for it.
Yeah leather makes them feel nice! Haha
Aftermarket parts market for this gen is pretty well supported
Another benefit
Purchasing a 2010 LX 4dr, 108k,for my son who is turning 16. Will be his first car. Sounds like it will be a good car for him along with being fun to drive. Of course I did my research already on these cars and this gen8.
Nice, great little car! He’ll love it
'is so nice!" Lol.... Thnx for helping me love my Civic even more, didn't think it was possible but wow. Thank u!(: But like really tho! Like when I drive other people's cars I'm like wow it's huge it's harder to move around bcuz mine is just so much easier to drive and get around and move around sooooo easily like it's small and compact but like not too much it's JUST perfect exp for my 4ft 11 ass lol and listen ive wrecked once and slammed the entire passenger side into a wall in the rain at night and I expected the entire side to be crushed in.....not a single dent I'm still really confused how that was possible bcuz it was a hard slam and the passenger chair airbag came out. Just blows my mind I'm really grateful tho.
They are such good little cars!! 😁
the dohc sticker lol
I'm happy to report they're finally off the car 💀
great job in doing this review..Awesome
Thank you!!
Great video, this makes me miss my old honda! I had bittersweet love for my 8th gen SI, definitely my favorite Civic generation still but these are among the least reliable Civics! The design was so much fun and it really does drive well, but pre refresh models were notorious for engine blocks cracking. Mine had that paint flake like 90 percent of them, bad motor mounts, the pricey ac compressor failure, and it consumed brakes too for some reason. Definitely better than any domestic small cars, and I'd still take one over a kia or Hyundai but the newer ones with the k20 seem to be much more reliable. They just made you pay for personality, especially if you got an 06-08!
Thank you sir! I’ve yet to try out an 8th Gen Si! Yeah even this is a hoot to put around in haha. Such a trooper to Chicago too!
@@BernonCars you have to drive an 8th gen SI !!!!! It's a completely different car from the base model it's a beast, try and find one that has hondata on it too it gets rid of that rev hang and wakes up the whole car it's wild.
The r18 had block cracking issues, not the k20z3. There's no recall/tsb for the 8th gen Si, only the base.
Also those all sound like normal high mileage car problems, nothing specific to the model. Did you think it was gonna drive brand new for 200k miles without changing one part?
I have a whole book of parts I've replaced and I still put it on top in terms of reliability.
I know, I was talking about the 8th gen in general. I never had a block issue worry because I had the SI. I had it for like 18 months, most cars I've owned had similar miles and less issues. My experience is anecdotal, it's not a bad car, but the 8th gen civics had a fair amount of common issues, some were expensive.@@Kdubz_Auto_HVAC
I love it!
I have a 2008 EX-L with 160k miles. It has only left me stranded once when the starter died (I confused the symptoms for a dying battery or could have addressed sooner). This is an excellent car and I'll never get rid of it. I've had two newer Honda Odyssey vans and a 4runner but this one always stays in the stable. Watching this video was like watching some kid on a archeology dig and he found my car.😀 This car is so old the original owner used directions printed from MapQuest! 🤣🤣
Hahaha 🤣
Just picked up a 2011 sedan that was so cheap I couldn’t pass on it. Had to replace a worn motor mount and recharge the AC. The plugs I changed out and the old ones didn’t show signs of oil burning. With 150,000 miles it should be a solid gas sipper for another 150,000 with regular maintenance of course. Interior is still nice and solid too for a high mileage vehicle. Good job on the video. 👍
Thank you! It’ll definitely give you another 150k!
It’s definitely the best looking civic
I agree
@@BernonCars I’ve owned 3 of these still driving a 2010
@@BernonCars it’s my favorite car
I’ve owned an ‘08 5spd DX for about 5 years now and have put on probably close 74k miles . Never has left me stranded . I daily this thing and have driven it from WA state to Montana and back and as well as to Redding , CA and back . Never once had an issue in either trip. I been fortunate to have one that doesn’t have that paint fading problem . My paint has remained in tack besides minor scratches from daily use , a roof rack and a bike rack lol.
Nice!! That’s cool!! Love seeing them being used properly
I own a 07 DX coupe. Was looking at performance parts and what is there is limited or expensive. I truly enjoy driving mine. I keep up with all factory maintenance required by book, I use only high-quality petroleum products. This car has never let me down, still gets awesome gas mileage. I was able to run two 3 inch tubes from the fog light location into a y pipe then into the air box. I have also partially deleted the EGR operation and installed a chip. The ram air makes a big difference when you need to haul azz.
Interesting! There really is so much you can do with these
Thanks
06 Civic Si coupe with 63k Miles all original. with Fiji Pearl Blue paint. I only drive this car to the store and back I ride a R6 as a daily.
Damn nice!! Mint!
very excited to get my hands on an 8th gen
8th generation Hondas have a cult following I mean they're the best generation for sure when the 06 model came out it was on another level cars in its class couldn't even compete with it I mean look at the 06 Corolla compared to the 06 Civic it's laughable
281k miles on my 2007 Civic and it is still going. Have there been issues, YEP! All in all though, it has been a great car!
Forgot to add, I am the original owner!
What a little tank!!
Looks cool even today.
Right!
got a used 06 lx in shoreline mist my junior year of high school. three years later and it’s still with me. i absolutely love the thing, especially the speedometer. the only problems i’ve have was my passenger sun visor cracking and the speedometer display is starting to go out (i leave it on max brightness because i can’t see so that may be my fault)
They’re troopers!!
When civic came out it was a hatchback as you mentioned but not a wagon till later on. It was s trunk model. CVCC was introed as 75 1.5 liter engine, following year was 1.6 liter with some updates.
The 8th gen 06-09 had a major engine block problem were the block would crack. This issue had no fix other then a new engine. Honda canceled the warranty back in 2017 so if it cracks your on your own.
I believe they've fixed the cracked engines
They fix those after 2006
Yup got a 2006 si coupe....gonna be a classic soon.
Yeah man!
I have 2007 Honda Civic hatchback. I fell in love with its looks, but I'm looking to trade in to 9'th generation Civic. I'm simply missing rear camera and GPS navigation with an appropriate on-board display. These features are things which separate the old era car from new era cars for me. And I got 1.4l version. I can get 5l per 100 km with that engine, but boy it sure lacks power going upwards a steep hill or on the highway.
As pricing goes, I got my Civic for 2500 euros. Back then they were really under-appreciated. However, at the moment, their price after like 4 years of usage went up to 4000 euros (ones in good condition like my own). 3000 (expected available offers) and 2000 (questionable maintenance cars).
I'm looking to buy 9'th gen executive edition car with leather seats and sunroof. Those costs around 9000 euros at the moment. I will try to sell my car next month after some additional investments. If someone buys, great. If not, I will continue to invest into that car's anti-rust proofing. I do enjoy Honda Civics and I only want more of it.
You would like the 9th Gen! They're a solid improvement
MY FIRST CAR 😢
Ive had a good amount of cars in my lifetime. Mostly American, because well...my father loves GM and is basically a master mechanic when it comes to eorking on them.
However, now, i have learned to work on a decent amount of things on all cars and ive been wanting to get something totally new to me and also something that i can work on and upgrade and love. Ive absolutely settled on getting an 8th gen Civic. I love the shape, the silhouette is beautiful and just perfect. Tje size is great too. So i will definitely be scooping one asap. Just keeping my eyes out for a good one to grab.
I plan on also getting a different engine to rebuild, for educational purposes but also to drop in and turn it into a higher performance car. K20 with k24 heads aeems to be consensus good.
I plan on getting some body kit pieces and rims and then painting it Midori Green, which was a Honda factory color on the 96 civic hatch. Its a beautiful green with almost a pearl look. Then ill powdercoat my rims white. I believe that will look absolutely beautiful. If i change my mind, the only other colors id choose would be a striking red or a unique shade of purple.
I have been researching exhaust options for them, so im not yet sold on buying a system from a brand or just getting headers and muffler and doing a custom job.
Definitely will be upgrading tbe suspension bits and dropping it on coils too
I have this in silver and manual. Love it.
Very cool!
@@BernonCars thanks
The manual is great in this car. It’s a blast.
I have two Civics( 2004, 2010) and one Accord.
Love the Civics. 👍
Nice!!
I have a 2010 I use to commute to work, great reliable little car
Nice!
Besides the corolla I think this is probs the best compact in it's class. The mazda 3 holds it's own for a bit but rusts. The ford focus and Chevy cobalt don't even come close.
Absolutely. Haha so true about the Mazda, I know a guy with one that’s rusting out 😂
@BernonCars Yessir. I owned a 1st gen and it rusted fast even when doing undercarriage rinses. I have an 8th gen civic lx and am happy now
Best review
Thank you!
Other than the 1.8 cracking block issue like the one I am lucky to own.
mine was 2007 lx coupe
on 78,000 mi on it.
such a great and fun car to drive.
Breh, I like the concept of your channel Bruh
Thanks mane
Great review man. I own a '06 8th gen civic ex with the R18 and 5 speed manual. They are truly the underrated ones. Never left me stranded. So much fun, gets great mileage. There's no need for a Si unless you plan on building them up. The 5spd once you know how to drive them, are superior in every way over the autos. Vtec is intoxicating.
Thanks!! Nice! Yeah they are such great cars. We've driven the shit out of this little trooper haha
There's no "VTEC" in these R18s. They have the fuel-economy iVTEC.
I like them all not just the one I have
LOL nice!
I got an 09 bought it 3000 with 200k its got 225 now its solid drives great it just shakes a little at idle until u either put it in park or neutral.
Might need new engine mounts
All original parts?