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Honda Civic (2017) - 4.5 / 5
Design – from forgettable to spaceship and everything in-between
Interior and functionality – a Honda strong point takes a leap forwards
Technology and entertainment – better, but not the best
Engine and driving – a winning approach to downsizing
Specification and pricing
To recap
Honda’s completely rethought the Civic in this, the tenth generation of the model. Engine options are limited for now, but what’s on offer is class leading in terms of performance, economy and (this is a Honda) no doubt reliability. The Civic offers you the space of a car from the class above, stacks of equipment and a fun drive. Only a slightly old-fashioned infotainment system and a slightly less-than-premium cabin design really let it down.
