2016 Honda Civic EX-L 1.5L Turbo Review, Apple Carplay Demo, & Test Drive @ Motorcars Honda

[@2Kriss2Kross]

Nice to see you doing reviews again! Just got a 2016 Civic EX two weeks ago, my first brand new car and first with CVT. Easily the best car I've ever owned. I get nothing but compliments. The EX is the sweet spot trim IMO if you're trying to get the most for your money. The difference in tech and equipment between the EX and LX is worth the $1000-$2000 difference.

[@CorginShep]

How do you like the 2L engine? I haven't been able to go down to a dealership to try out the 2L vs the turbo so I'm still trying to figure out if the 2L is decent or not.

[@2Kriss2Kross]

jerry lui Honestly when I shopped I didn't really consider the engine. I cared more for the equipment and the EX had everything I wanted, plus it was easier financially. The 2L is great for the most part better than average engine of this class in refinement and power. The only time it strains a bit is on steep hills or when the car is loaded with passengers but I guess that's typical for 4cyl cars, this is my first 4cyl car. I don't do either that much so I have no complaints. Would love to get the turbo next if finances permit. Most definitely test drive both and consider your needs.

[@CorginShep]

Mr. Hand Ah, thanks for the info. I'll be coming from an old '99 v6 camry so the lowered torque/hp will definitely take some getting used to.

[@HondaProJason]

Very nice and detailed Honda Civic review. Fun to watch

[@pierre-richardromain6708]

I bought the same one this past Saturday. I love it!

[@questionableangleryee4705]

Still holding up today?

[@pierre-richardromain6708]

Still holding up...but I'm gonna buy a 4Runner next year. I want something bigger.

[@questionableangleryee4705]

@@pierre-richardromain6708 that’s good, just bought one this past week and saw there was a lot of electrical problems.. but so far so good

[@pierre-richardromain6708]

I have had no issues.

[@aronisink1]

Just got my EX T and love it.. . Thanks for the tips

[@BlueBaby18]

george aronis I just bought one too! Picking it up next week!

[@crazyelvis14]

How are yall liking it now? I'm thinking of getting one myself

[@jermaineboyd6594]

I test drive the ex-t few times didint had money at time, find one thats under $16.000..actually ridiculous $10.994 was going to return to the dealership the next day with my down payment but someone beat me too it.😞😞

[@GalaxyAly]

Siri: "Ok, I have stopped navigating." You: "You damn well better have." #dead

[@haneenmomani2543]

I love this car. But to me, being a quiet car is not really an advantage. I'd love to hear this Civic roar.

[@khalilhenderson4082]

I don't know if it's me but I like the interior a little better over the accord. I things it's the design language

[@jmanyes]

They should just call the civic a midsize, the accord a fullsize and the fit a compact. This new civic is almost the same size as the 2000 accord lol

[@henryd1981]

I'm surprised by your comments on the CVT. Several weeks ago, I drove a loaner 2016 Accord LX for two days while my car was having a huge scratch on the rear bumper touched up. It took a little time to realize it was a CVT in that Accord. I would assume it behaves like the one in the 2016 Civic. It behaves much better than the CVT in my mother's Nissan. Great review :)

[@Numline1]

-Who would you like to call? -Nobody -Okay...........

[@henrypacheco9048]

great review and I love the honesty

[@nearvii6745]

Oh shit!! Who dat boi! Ya back! Hell yeah!

[@melvinnieves9221]

3 yrs later how does everyone feel about this vehicle. Reason am asking is because I was trying to buy a pre owned 2016 civic ex-t for my son...

[@crazyelvis14]

Same. I've heard mixed stuff since it's the first car of the new generation

[@wkeith96]

You rock! Great review through your running commentary.

[@georgeparker555]

This was a great review man! I had some good laughs too

[@JC-zw4bw]

interior of this car looks better than my old bmw =O

[@swanradha]

I love my new 2016 Honda Civic EX! I love it...wouldn't take anything else.

[@crazyelvis14]

Still loving the car? I'm thinking of getting one myself

[@bluescripts100]

Yea let us no

[@samwehbi8410]

@@bluescripts100 dou you still have it ? Did you face any problem with the engine ? Since its a CVT , what issues did you face with this car because am worried to buy it , i love it i love it but am afraid of cvt cars

[@NintendoDudeWii]

The zooming in does not work with Apple CarPlay. It does work with Google Maps on Android Auto. It's an Apple thing.

[@mpdevil1]

I know you jam out to kids bop. Don’t lie. Lol. Thanks for the review. It’s 2022 and it’s still relevant.

[@OnTheRocks71]

Honda went back to the 80's/early 90's when it came to that engine bay. Vacuum hose spaghetti everywhere! No fucks given!

[@joshuaBrooks.nicholas]

This is my favorite car just the regular ex model I only seen the L model twice.

[@mylifeisJDM]

2:31 LOL B.B. Model 😂

[@brentgalotera]

Thanks for this in-depth review... Definitely gonna get this one.

[@kevinharbeson775]

No pinch to zoom is an Apple Carplay limitation as Android Auto on the same car has it.

[@RedondoBeach2]

Serious question: would you recommend the Civic EX-L for an elderly person? Thank you for the review.

[@yungsnoop47]

They should've at least made it go 180HP

[@seekingfreedom9020]

Or at least an even 175 hp lol

[@andrewmoore6122]

Your video gives no past and present reference, but arouses one's Civic curiosity.

[@austinmurphy3690]

The infotainment system is called "Honda Audio Display" not Hondalink. Hondalink is something completely different

[@AKTesla]

at 1:50 the smaller hose says v-tec on it. These cars dont have v-tec

[@tychay]

not heavier, actually a tad bit lighter. You should have said lower instead. Typically later years reintroduce manual transmissions (also the 2017 Hatch will have the 1.5T on all models two lower trims with manual), as well as the Si and Type R.

[@Intechdude300]

Terry Chay I said heavier because typically heavier cars tend to have a more substantial feel when driven.

[@RedondoBeach2]

I understand that the 2016 Civic does not have a lumbar support in the seats. Is that true? Have they added this to the 2017 model? Why would they skimp on such a small but important comfort factor?

[@picyrodriguez8275]

My only complaint is why not have Cooled seats as well and maybe a push button transmission

[@DaengDaeng0128]

Thanks for the good, detailed review! I got a question. Seems like there is no AUX Cable feature anymore? Haven't seen that on any other reviews as well.

[@camdowell9406]

No more cable, no more CD. At least in the base model

[@Intechdude300]

wlsdn0128 it's been a little over a year since I made this video, I don't recall there being an aux port. I have noticed this input being slowly dismissed in cars, just like they are slowly being dismissed with the latest smartphones. Now that more and more people are acquiring card with a USB port and or with Bluetooth, the auxiliary port is slowly becoming pointless. Especially since almost everyone has a device/phone that streams media via a sync cable or through wireless means of connectivity.

[@syxsyx]

The hatchback, manual, turbo was offered to me tonight. Latest arrival. And I drive a 2006 Accord Coupe manual i2.4. Not the best choice for winter but hard to find something more fun to drive that the old Accord. Would you do the switch event without the latest trim? (I care about audio and driving only)

[@paulpjr3224]

Why did it say annual fuel cost 1,300 on the window? I read on Edmunds say 960 annual for the 1.5 and 1,100 for the 2.0

[@tonystank2027]

They need to break tradition more by adding a DCT to either the SI or Type R alongside a MT for more options for buyers.

[@R3putaytion13]

See that would make sense but enthusidiots get their panties in a bunch when things don't go their way. It's like saying "Hmmm I wish the Civic Si came in a Yellow color". "No the Civic Si can only come in colors I approve of. If you want a yellow car, go buy another one." it's like saying we have to buy only to what enthusidiots approve of.

[@chepito06]

I love my Honda civic EX 2016

[@alexnguyen4081]

Thanks for the in depth overview.

[@footieballer]

Hands on the wheel at all times! Good review, thanks.

[@markspark1981]

In some shots I see EX 16" wheels while in others I see EX-L 17" wheels. Did you pick up a set of the 16" alloys for winter riding?

[@Intechdude300]

markspark1981 this review was made during 2 separate days. 1st day I had the EX-L available to make most of the review. I had time weeks later to film exterior drive by shots and at the moment, only the EX was available. So really I had behind the wheel time of civics with the 1.5L Turbo engine & the regular 2.0L

[@markspark1981]

Gotcha. Do you own a 2016 Civic? if so, which trim?

[@Intechdude300]

markspark1981 no, I own a Volvo

[@markspark1981]

My condolences. haha - j/k

[@tswiftz]

im debating between red and silver.. which one do you guys think? i need opinions

[@TK92UNCS213]

Zena get white, I've a white EXT, tinted windows, customized plates, looking sick 👌🏼

[@alexf4894]

Well said. Im digging it more and more

[@FrightfulAccountant]

as much as i dislike the new hatch, i actually do like how it looks as a sedan. Lets hope they ship this one to Europe and they pt the six speed manual in it!

[@hondaftw1234]

Great review of a great car.

[@jcsadventures8975]

i saw one of the new civic hatch's the other night, that was a damn fine lookin car

[@mattnardone3763]

I have a 2016 EX-T in black. Really wish I had the EX-L instead because I dislike the center console and the arm rests on the door panels being cloth wrapped. It's terrible. Otherwise I love this car.

[@joehammond2586]

The first Civic I might want to own, an excellent buy.

[@Firecube]

get a coupe instead the sedan looks gross af

[@derek2569]

Better yet wait for the new hatchback coming out in 2017 with a 1.5L turbo and 6 speed manual.

[@Firecube]

lol. right based on what. the prototype?

[@derek2569]

+Brian Mahlstedt Yes, based off the prototype. Which in the past are very similar to their production models.

[@brucevanguard8398]

Found a 2016 civic ex-g with 82k miles for $17k. What are some things to look out for?

[@vinaypatil5063]

does exl variant has a request button on door handle??

[@mr.speyside5240]

Sadly I'll have to get the mazda3. I like the civic but they do not provide the sunroof with the manual. :/

[@Visibilitiess]

Abdelmelik Farooq Alwahid civic does have a sunroof

[@ArmandoFL]

I'll be getting the 2017 next month

[@EliosGameover]

which honda civic is the best without taking in consideration the money?

[@Dish0803]

Nice review thanks!

[@thespanishkid14]

Hmmmm he was quick to mention kidz bop 🤔

[@hondaftw1234]

In 2017 Honda will offer the 1.5T with a manual.

[@Firecube]

have you done the research on this?

[@hondaftw1234]

+Brian Mahlstedt have you? It's all over the Internet

[@Firecube]

so is the iPhone 7 and the note "7" and all sorts of other shit. but that's the internet for ya

[@onxon8611]

vtc?? no vtec..??

[@rickbassh7851]

I got the coupe just love it , the only downside as u say is the cvt ,

[@divyaprasanna9756]

when does it come to india?

[@saulespino2510]

it's not heavier, 70 lbs lighter

[@tk4227]

So....should i Buy a civic or mazda 3?????

[@Intechdude300]

Can't go wrong with either. Comes down to your personal preference. Test drive both and get a feel of them. Personally, I prefer a loaded up Mazda3 hatch. Now if Honda offered this Civic in its highest trim with the manual & turbo engine, I'd consider the Honda.

[@icantw8]

I traded in my 2014 civic for a 2016 without even LOOKING at the mazda3. Yes, they're that good.

[@Native722]

Test drive back to back and see which you like. I would go for the civic because it's good all around.

[@songxingmu]

tk4227 I got civic, because it's good all around, and got Android auto, turbo engine, bigger storage,less noise, new sports looks,Led day time running lights :)

[@Anndddrreaa27]

tk4227 I was debating those two too. I just bought my Civic and no regrets whatsoever

[@Kennytelsee]

Does it have bluetooth audio for your music?

[@Intechdude300]

Yes, it was addressed in the video. If I'm not mistaking, Bluetooth audio is standard equipment even on the base model civic. Majority of 2015+ cars have Bluetooth audio standard

[@jasonjung2572]

im loving the basic bitch model XD

[@freshtowels3917]

I wish it had a conventional six speed auto

[@R3putaytion13]

blame CAFE standards...

[@ashrick718]

Wait.. It doesn't have a CD slot?

[@Intechdude300]

MmmmHmmm, it is slowly becoming the norm as more & more people use satellite radio, Aux input, USB, SD cards, & Bluetooth to listen to their media. Most people with an iPhone on android for example have music on their devices or stream from apple music, pandora, iheart radio, & spotify. I for example haven't purchased nor burned music on a CD in 10 years or since I bought my first iPod in 2005 lol

[@Diwash1]

WHy would you want a cd slot now in 2016?

[@abrahamlopez3115]

lol, ikr.

[@ddg2256]

+Diwash1 What if someone burns a mix CD for you? Also some people still use CD's from the store

[@jaymeeification]

the same thing I said

[@catennacio]

Multitouch gesture? It's not a Honda thing, not a Car Play thing, it's the Apple thing! I have Android Auto on the same 16 Civic and Google Maps is just like the Google Maps on my Android smartphone. Pinch and zoom, add POI on route, find nearest POI, Google Now launcher will show me the weather, my delayed flights.. basically it's a bigger screen of my Android smart phone.

[@joannasentongo7798]

Does the EX-L come with remote start?

[@madpistol]

Yes.

[@damianpasour]

good review

[@jimmehp2748]

Great review. Did I see 73 voicemails?????

[@Intechdude300]

You may have lol

[@KHgoalkeeper21]

2017 elantra offers spare tires... what are you saying man

[@Intechdude300]

They don't come standard with spare tires & most don't have them as most people aren't aware they need to buy a spare tire kit ( donut + tools ). It's been that way for almost 5 years. There are other cars in its class that don't offer it standard but the majority of them come with a spare anyways, the Elantra is just the worst offender of them.

[@KHgoalkeeper21]

maybe that's only in the states. i've got a spare tire in my 2017 elantra from canada

[@kylereyes7320]

It’d be nice if it had a panoramic moonroof.

[@jordansunderman5348]

I just got a ex-l

[@ninamarie4360]

He definitely listens to kidz bop

[@zuhat3978]

I got one 2017

[@Vincent2wice]

EX T OR EX L ????

[@Vincent2wice]

Idk which to buy

[@elvistakang8800]

Vincent2wice EX-T is better as is a turbocharged

[@pedrobarraza3554]

EX-T and EX-L has the same engine

[@ArmandoFL]

Which one did you buy ?

[@madpistol]

elvis takang EX-L has the 1.5T motor as well.

[@tomasYEG]

Great video! But did you mean that EX model dont come with inbuilt navigation system?

[@oakfast]

Turbo but CVT Transmission, come on Honda.

[@oakfast]

I think the 2007 Model is better Performance.

[@janellinell4552]

No navigation

[@tommyodayiv9734]

Driving in S mode in a residential area should 🤣🤣🤣

[@domenicmaio8070]

Awesome car

[@novachrono2236]

ill stick with Honda Legend 2016

[@anoberksdabarkads5688]

Always complaining about cvt but that cvt just smoke a honda si 9th gen in a drag strip...watch the video

[@Intechdude300]

Not going to bother watching but I can believe that. One thing you must consider is that the driver in the manual Si had more fun drag racing than the driver in the CVT civic. It's not all about being faster but more about which car is more engaging to drive. A faster car doesn't necessarily mean more fun / better car. There's a reason why Honda will now offer the civic with this engine paired to the manual ( at least in the coupe )

[@drufetti510]

@@Intechdude300you’re so full of shlt of course people buy fast cars to feel the horse power LOL just cause you think your civic is quick isn’t fast buddy.

[@jayczyzyk9707]

ilx is not out dated 8 speed transmission the2,4 engine is the best engine in theworld

[@RyanMiller3039]

If you didn't listen to Kidz bop it wouldn't have showed up

[@sammehta98]

The Elantra does have a spare tire. Maybe do some more research before posting a video.

[@jonathanm1854]

Why dont you do more research, its an OPTION on that car, I had a 2014... and I ordered it. It does not come standard on the elantra. a pump does.

[@georgeparker555]

This guy listens to kids bop

[@MacSaab93]

I love Songs Reminds Me of You lol

[@kringles65]

What qualifications do you have to be Bulwinkle, aka Mr. Knowitall ? 😄

[@saulespino2510]

it is not heavier, it is 70 lbs lighter

[@Intechdude300]

Saul Espino misspoke. Was aiming to say in general, not the civic in particular. As in typically cars in this class are heavier, this & that.

[@Evan490BC]

That chrome grille looks horrendous!

[@danieljordan2012]

android auto is better you can pintch to zoom

[@jahwangful]

No reason to buy ILX .

[@ES-yc1tp]

20'000 usd car. No volume knob... 😂😂😂

[@DM-dq5ci]

Enoc Sosa modern technology man

[@anthonyfiorilli4512]

This car has a lot of quality issues. BUYER BEWARE!!! (You won't be able to say later "I didn't know." Now you know)

[@anthonyfiorilli4512]

rudolph nash Would you like to see all 9 warranty service records?

[@anthonyfiorilli4512]

Being sold a lemon is one thing but for Honda to try and fix the issues with "Oh that's just the characteristics of the car" is what I'm warning others about. BUYER BEWARE OF HONDA'S SECRET WARRANTY. REMEMBER ME WHEN THEY TRY TO FIX YOUR CAR WITH ONLY WORDS (ITS JUST THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CAR). YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED

[@DevineLoved]

lol 😂

[@muhammedfasal964]

👌👌👌👌

[@8733598]

The Tail Lights Looks Horrid - Extremely Ugly Booty , Way to Go Honda LOL

[@jules1718]

He's funny lol

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

My 2020 civic is three months old and already starting to have fit and finish issues. This civic is so over rated.

[@austinprice770]

What issues?

[@Firecube]

the sedan is gross.

[@SimmerCK]

Ugly and over designed. :P

[@R3putaytion13]

but they sell... like crazy... dealership near me can't keep them stocked