2017 Honda Civic 1 6 i DTEC Sport PX67NLC | Review and Test Drive

[@stevenvater2681]

We run 2 of these , and economy is off the scale brilliant . The reason it is so good is the enormous torque 235ft/lb @1500rpm. This also gives an amazing performance. The" front end" is brilliant giving very accurate steering, brilliant handling , and tyre wear for me was 25,000for set of front tyres which is testimony to quality of suspension set up. Much better car than a golf cannot understand why these aren't appreciated. (Daughter got a golf ) I have regularly achieved 80 mpg driving normally (not like and old fart)

[@sailormanoyster1849]

My nxt car🎉

[@itsallrobbish]

I’ve just bought one of these, what a great car?! I’m getting over 67mpg so far on 3/4 of a tank, 510 miles, that cost £48, (£1.17 per litre) remarkeable! There seem to be no compromises. It’s quiet, nippy, torquey, loads of kit, room for 5 and an enormous boot/ trunk. The magic seats in the rear, look very handy. The sound system is good, I love the dash, the quality of the materials are really good, no vibrations or creaks and squeaks. I’m really looking forward to driving it on a really long run, which I hope to be doing in September, from Fife, Scotland to Mousehole at the far end of Cornwall. A great video, thanks for this and many thanks for selling cars, the right and safe way.

[@radubanari]

HI Robert, hope you are doing well. I am looking to buy a car like this in few days. Can you give me some advice? It’s a 66 number plates 1.6 diesel and has a 78k on clock. Thx a lot. Mery Christmas

[@itsallrobbish]

@@radubanari Hi Radu, sorry, I’ve only just seen your response, I should look daily for comments. There is not a lot to say, just get one if you’ve the budget for one. The go to hatch for this class of car is the Golf equivalent, I guess. They must outsell the Civic 4-1 in the UK,which is a shame. The only advantage I can see from reading motoring publications, is that the Golf has more shoulder room in the back and some folk may feel the visibility out the back is better. However, the engine, gearbox trunk/boot, reliability, seating configurations, amount of kit, price and looks(in my opinion) are all superior. The only issue I’ve had with it, is that a glow plug has just failed, which is not unusual in a diesel. In practice, it’s not an issue, it starts everytime, first time, it just means a light comes up on the dash. The thing that really stood out for me, is the quietness, the smoothness of ride and the unreal fuel economy. It handles well, is super stable, really quiet on the motorway, wind noise is near non existent, there are no squeaks, rattles or vibrations, it really is that good. The torque is a surprise for a 1.6 unit, hit only 2000 revs and it takes off out of a roundabout, it has a really good turn of speed. Space wise, it’s great for moving stuff around, drop the back seats and it’s like a small van and there is a large compartment under the boot floor, for keeping essentials out the way and the rest of the boot tidy. the magic seats are super handy, too. I knew they were good before I bought one, I was just surprised it how good it has been though. I wouldn’t give it a second thought, in the class, I think they are almost certainly the best bet.

[@radubanari]

@@itsallrobbish thx a lot mate for your reply!! I just bought that car and I am so happy ! The smoothness of the gearbox is amazing, a pleasure to drive! Best wishes for you and thx a lot again!

[@itsallrobbish]

@@davecooke4009 Spot on, enjoy!

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

I bought Civic Tourer 1.8iVtec. R18Z4 engine is simple reliable build if not one of the most reliable engines on the roads out there. 1.6 dtec is fine but short trips are killing such engine. 1.8Ivtec can take a lot of beating and still cover 200.000k miles without any serious issues. What to wish for more.

[@penman8985]

You won’t go wrong with a Honda, great cars. 👍👍 Simon

[@thepurdychannel8866]

Very well equipped

[@thepurdychannel8866]

Wow it gets Amazing mpg

[@BarrieCrampton]

The purdy channel yep, its fantastic

[@Azzabeaks59254]

Problem is , this world has turned into me me me . Problem with working in customer service, there are those people who think they are always in the right and never in the wrong, good on you for putting people safe ! Stay Safe

[@BarrieCrampton]

yep im afraid the "i dont need an appointment brigade are causing a lot of problems, i can well see now why Doctors receptionists are so nasty

[@Azzabeaks59254]

​@@BarrieCrampton I work in McDoanlds , atm we are letting people sit in the restaurant, but only upto 52 people max, more try to come in , you explain why, and they are like , "What's an extra two people going to do" , Umm the way the restaurant is setup for YOUR SAFETY ! We can't do it , but your can't win with the public sometimes

[@colinmorrison1507]

Hats off to you for your health and safety measures, another great video, enjoy your well deserved break.

[@BarrieCrampton]

Thanks, I want to be known for selling nice cars, not killing all my customers

[@harrisonread2545]

People shouting at you for putting their safety first. That's crazy. I wouldn't want customers like that.

[@themindset3329]

Okay, only 118hp, but man, that thing has 330N/m of torque!!

[@steviefn2typer]

Loads of dynos have recorded these things at over 130bhp from standard

[@priteshchampaneri5101]

The previous model is better looking in my opinion. Much more sporty looking. I totally agree with the stop start. I've got it on my Renaut Kadjar, first thing I do is switch it off.

[@BarrieCrampton]

I agree

[@safarigirl40]

Thank you for a great review, comprehensive and seamless camera work. Good for you for sticking to the rules for covid.

[@BarrieCrampton]

You are welcome, thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment 👍

[@safarigirl40]

I have reserved a blue 2017 sport tourer to pick up in a couple of weeks. I have had a 2007 2.2ctdi EX civic from new and absolutely love it but at 15 years old and 118000 miles it's starting to cost me some money in faults so I'm part exing against the tourer at a honda dealer. Will miss my 2007 Civic very much but looking forward to the 2017 sport tourer. 😀

[@craigtrigg4288]

im looking at a honda es 1.6 i diesel 13 reg in red for 5995 is that good price , love your review on it thanks barrie

[@nenadgrubic3396]

Why do you throw the transmission out of gear when stopping?

[@BarrieCrampton]

saves wear and tear on the transmission and running gear

[@johnpeet4898]

Correct I’ve done it for Years

[@themindset3329]

Does the sport version add any upgrades for the chassis/suspension? Or just cosmetics?

[@marcsys]

How would you compare this to the Focus you tested a few months back? I was looking tor a petrol version of this gen Civic, but the rear three-quarter vision is borderline dangerous in my opinion. We even lost sight of you when you did the little walk-around at the start of the vid - and you don't look like a small guy!

[@BarrieCrampton]

I think the Civic would perhaps hold its value better, but i like the simple lines of the Focus

[@stephenparker5272]

Hi Barry, great vid, i noticed the car dosnt hav sat nav. The mirror system should allow you to mirror the sat nav on your phone, if you have time could you post a short video on it?

[@BarrieCrampton]

stephen parker will have a look tomorrow 👍 thanks for the info much appreciated

[@itsallrobbish]

I think that’s only if you have an android phone.

[@user-cn1em2qx6f]

what would you say is the max mile to honda civic buy. 60k miles?

[@themindset3329]

I consider that to be the maximum acceptable mileage for any used car, and the further below it you can go, the better. The most reliable car can be problematic if it's been driven wrong, and the worst car can be brilliant if taken care of, but after 60k miles you can't have any guarantee whatsoever

[@peterwilkinson3694]

Notice you have changed the way you start your videos now by not driving up in the car and flashing the headlights. Still enjoy watching though.

[@BarrieCrampton]

The road where i normally video the cars was a dead end but now its been opened to through traffic and i cant find a quiet road to make the videos in my old style

[@drleon-vc7df]

covid prisoners

[@dominicbritt]

Saddo

[@getthecansin]

Looking after their safety what joke

[@BarrieCrampton]

sorry I dont know what you mean?