Used Honda Civic buying guide
The Honda Civic has been a staple on Aussie roads for decades, loved for its impressive performance, fuel economy, and uniquely good looks. They’re practical and well-equipped, perfect as a daily driver or family car. The large boot space and Magic Seat system is just two of the many things that gives the Honda Civic the edge over competition like the Toyota Corolla and Mazda 3. With the high-quality builds and great value-for-money that all Honda cars share, buying a used Honda Civic is an easy decision to make.
At a glance
Honda Civic range and features
Across the 10th-gen range, you’ll find used Honda Civic sedans or hatchbacks that fit all needs. Check out some features:
VTi
Powertrain:
Standard equipment:
16-inch steel wheels
Electric parking brake with auto brake hold
Cruise control
ECON assist system
8-speaker audio, USB input, bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
60/40 split fold rear seats
Shark fin antenna, piano black rear spoiler (hatch only)
Multi-angle reversing camera, anti-lock braking system, electronic brake-force distribution, hill start assist
Tyre deflation warning, agile handling assist, vehicle stability assist
The 10th-gen base model is well-equipped across all bases like safety, entertainment, and driver assist tech. It’s a functional entry-level car, easy to use as a daily driver or family car.
VTi-S
Powertrain:
Standard equipment plus, or replacing:
16-inch alloy wheels
Keyless entry and push button start
Black fabric seat trim with chequered accent
LaneWatch
Front and rear parking sensors
Rear privacy glass, piano black sports grille
The VTi-S adds a few more features, especially the LaneWatch camera on the passenger side mirror that helps drivers get a clearer view when changing lanes or making turns. The car provides a solid drive and superb comfort, and spacious boot space as well.
VTi-L
Powertrain:
Everything from the VTi-S plus, or replacing:
17-inch alloy wheels
Honda Sensing safety suite (adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, collision mitigation braking, lane departure warning, road departure mitigation, high beam support)
Auto dusk-sensing headlights
Front sunvisor with illuminated vanity mirror
Electrically retractable door mirror
For the full suite of safety features and a boost of performance, the VTi-L is the one for you. It’s a value-for-money choice, with a lower fuel economy than the standard VTi model as well.
RS
Powertrain:
Everything from the VTi-L plus, or replacing:
18-inch alloy sports wheels
Front LED fog lights, LED headlights with auto-levelling
Central twin exhaust
Shark fin antenna, tailgate spoiler (sedan only)
Red ambient interior lighting
2-speed and auto rain-sensing front wipers
Leather wrapped steering wheel with mounted paddle shifters
Black leather-appointed seat trim, heated front seats
Drilled alloy sports pedals
452-watt premium audio system with 12 speakers, including subwoofer
8-way adjustable electric driver seat
The RS model adds unique style to the Honda Civic, with leather accented interiors. It’s the model for you if you’re looking for a car that’s well-built with a more sporty personality.
VTi-LX
Powertrain:
Everything from the VTi-L plus, or replacing:
Front LED fog lights, LED headlights with auto-levelling
Electric sunroof
Shark fin antenna (sedan only)
Auto-dimming rear view mirror
Power windows with auto up/down function
Leather-wrapped gear shift knob
Black leather-appointed seat trim, heated front seats, 8-way adjustable electric driver seat
452-watt premium audio system with 12 speakers, including subwoofer
Satellite navigation
Paddle shifters
2-speed and auto rain-sensing front wipers
The VTi-LX is the luxury choice out of the Honda Civic range. It’s at the top of the range, with an ergonomic design inside and out, making for a compelling offer as a comfortable daily driver.
What’s the safety rating on used Honda Civic?
All sedan and hatch variants come with 5-star ANCAP ratings, which means they all performed to the highest level across key areas of safety assessments. This was made possible with Honda Sensing suite, with technologies like adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, and lane departure warning. So you can expect your used Honda Civic to provide a high level of protection for you and your passengers.
Key benefits of buying a used Honda Civic
A used Honda Civic is the all-rounder choice when you’re buying a small car. They’re generously equipped for safety, multimedia, impressive performance and fuel economy to match as well. Whether you’re looking for a daily driver or family car, the Civic’s comfort and spacious interiors will appeal to you. When you choose to buy a used Honda Civic, you’ll be able to enjoy the high-quality and affordable builds of Honda cars.
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