Honda Civic: The 8th Generation (2006-2011 Review)

This review was created for The Lehndorf Journals, as a part of BCSC 301 at MacEwan University.

[@SuperEman500]

Definitely the best generation, I love the glowing blue gauge cluster.

[@segascreebz435]

just picked one up with 120k miles just needs a paint job, loving it so far but its my first manual and i can barely get into reverse lol. seems like a great car though, previously drove a HHR so this is more like it

[@KevinAllOver]

Solid review - one of the few that isn't geared towards the tuner scene, and it's loaded with important info.

[@casualcadaver]

I still think the 2006 looks modern today in 2021. Really a forward thinking very modern design.

[@nathankoroush7918]

Love mine, bought it in 06, now has 196,000 ish miles.

[@KILLAxREAL]

nathan koroush i got bought mine used 65k mileage. Anyway. Hows it going as far as reliability. Any issues so far

[@MrHuck]

No crack block? My 06 has 116000 miles so far. Had to put belt tensioner and water pump and reroute the belt. Other then that doing good. No engine block problems. Knock on wood.

[@nathankoroush7918]

tbosteder72 none, just maintain and go. Now at 210,000 miles

[@nathankoroush7918]

MrHuckabst no cracked block for mine as of now.

[@betosgarage]

nathan koroush that’s good to hear I’m buying one today at 200k miles . Fingers crossed . How do you know it the block is cracked?

[@ShanerTheGrey]

This is such a great video man. I'd really like to see you make more videos like these car related or not.

[@shanevaughan6980]

The 06-08 are the best looking ones

[@Venom3303]

Shane Vaughan what about the 09

[@shanevaughan6980]

Venom's Motors I like the 09-11 but I slightly prefer the 06-08

[@Camsimsy2k]

The 06-11 all look the same the only difference are the bumpers and the steering wheel, I dislike the 06-08 steering wheel it’s weird looking lmao

[@shanevaughan6980]

Cam Cordell the steering wheel reminds me of a semi trucks steering wheel, I do like how the 09-11 have a chrome strip on the trunk

[@FD-rh6tr]

Those years, and the 09 are also the ones that have the plagued Engine Block Crack Defect. I would avoid those years in a heartbeat if you don't want to deal with a factory defect. 2010 and 2011 are the best years.

[@normbittner3762]

Our 2006 has just over 196,200 miles on it! Great car We've owned a 93 Civic LX, 97 Accord LX (176,000 miles), 00 Odyssey EXL, and currently 06 Civic LX & 16 Civic LX.

[@Syphus323]

Did you ever have a problem with a cracked engine block? Looking to buy a 2006 civic this weekend

[@timiYES]

@@Syphus323 try getting an 08 upwards, I'm also in the market for this car here in Nigeria

[@biliameenayinde9272]

I really love the review and I guessed you help me make up my mind to go for a civic 2006-2008

[@yarimagaric3199]

I bought a 2007 civic manual transmission for my son that is learning to drive... He is so happy with the car, it looks modern for the age and only 123k miles on the odometer.

[@anthonyg3016]

Those cars last for ever. Always keep in mind. That it's important to change oil every 3000 miles and make sure Transmission fluid is red pink and if it'd black brown it's time to change it. I always take mine to the hodna dealership. They do professional job

[@basnetwal1891]

This guy should start doing more reviews of cars...he's got it..

[@intuitivelymagician2076]

I love this car. So,much power, didnt had to to much maintenance except battery, starter, shocks, and serpentine belt. They last forever if you mainten it good

[@matthewsmith5104]

There is also a DX-G trim level which I think is a Canada only trim. Basically a DX with AC and cruise control. That's the trim level I have, a 2008 with about 207,000km on it. Owned since 2012, can't say enough about how reliable it's been for me. Going to keep it as long as it'll last.

[@ivalterbaptista2305]

Just picked up a 08 LX 5 spd manual for 3K. 155k original kms. Looks mint and drives like new. Only issue is the defective Honda paint.

[@stevejeffrey11]

yeah older hondas use such crappy paint ;(

[@allenminer6244]

I agree with you. This car loves revs for acceleration and I love my manual transmission, however, I'm am 70 years old and have been driving manual transmissions for most of my life and the one disappointing aspect of the Honda 5 speed manual transmission is that the sychros in 2nd gear fail early. The close ratio transmission installed this vehicle could have been designed to be more robust in 2nd gear. That said, I love this car and an automatic transmission was not an option.

[@stevejeffrey11]

a lot of people have reported using GM Synchromesh Transmission Fluid instead helps with the manual trans

[@Fifthcell]

I think the facelifted (09-11) design aged better

[@kevinwhiting8391]

Nah... It aged poorly.. It's paint faded bad... It's a small gripe.. Car of the decade

[@marajevomanash]

Love the comfortable cloth seats in Civics of this generation.

[@petermaurer4172]

Recently bought a used 2010 as a second car and am very pleased with it D

[@diegorodri19]

why you stop doing videos like this? Awesome content and well explained, nicely done

[@bvedant]

Watch out for cracked engine blocks when you buy. Not extremely common but it is a known issue The Canadian CSX was a rebadged JDM Civic with left-hand drive. They were all manufactured in Japan as well

[@yukonstriker1703]

The Acura CSX was built in Ontario, Canada not Japan.

[@sdmackie1]

Nice video! Good points throughout. Just keep in mind the cracked block problem. Warranties are starting to end after the 10 long years of Honda extending the engine warranty.

[@arturos.a.2828]

Could you please write which years-model had that problem

[@Slenderman63323]

@@arturos.a.2828 Avoid 2006. The later the model year you can get for this generation, the better. Best bet is to snag a 2010/2011.

[@kingdoge69]

@@Slenderman63323 I’m looking for a 2010-2011 model, any major issues on those that you know of?

[@Slenderman63323]

@@kingdoge69 the 2010/2011 have no major mechanical issues, the only problems I've heard of is the infamous clear coat peeling and some problems with the sun visors

[@kingdoge69]

@@Slenderman63323 ok cool thanks for replying

[@1999supraturbo]

Good review. We currently own two 8th gen Civics. You did forget a few trim levels including the EX-L added in 2008 though - leather was an option! The only thing we really couldn't get here was the factory Navigation system offered in the US.

[@stelz2518]

Great video man. Very informative and entertaining you should make more videos like this

[@booishoois309]

This is very professional. You should make a bunch more videos about the civic.

[@IGamingStation]

Arguably, the only generation with the best looking Civics.

[@Chemistry_101]

Solid, Simple, Straight forward. Thanks man.

[@amacd08]

I had a 2008 LX-SR sedan in Galaxy Gray - clear coat never failed!

[@albertyarrington682]

I just bought a 2009 lx with about 240000 miles. Got a steal of a deal from a good friend and have confidence that he was up front with any repair needs(none)....

[@joshuacollins7398]

I have a white 2009 Honda civic LX coupe. I love my Honda

[@beachbro8559]

Cool videos. I finally got to see a tango red pearl with black roof. That's what I want to do. Looks good. Just bought mine 3 months ago. I bought for the reliability #1 to save gas for my commute to work #2 and #3 It dose look good. Close to the Acura TSX. Which I planed on buying but could not find one with low miles in my price range. I have always bought high end cars and they never last over a year or so or I would have a huge maintenance cost. With Honda I haven't had any major problems. And the ride quality is superb as if I was driving a Up scale car. Love my civic. :)

[@MrBikboi]

Missed the dx-g did a great job on this video though I’m impressed, I spot an Alberta plate lol!

[@nezmathygreat688]

Man this guy clutch , much appreciated bro

[@kevinwhiting8391]

8 gens Rev diff... That tight handling, those 16 in tires add great grip... They went back to its 8 Gen roots b4 discontinuing 2021 models...

[@shanevaughan6980]

The dx-g had cruise control and power door locks

[@shanevaughan6980]

And a/c

[@raiderrichard7291]

Im a proud owner of this vehicle 2006 honda civic. Drives like new.

[@michaeldillon1027]

I was just looking at buying a 2009 with only 57k miles. Much to my surprise, the history report had many repairs that you wouldn't expect for so few miles and especially since it is a Honda. That was a bad sign for me so I passed on the car.

[@earthling1984]

Must have had problems for some reason. I have a 2008 that I bought in 2019 with 127k miles. Now has around 165k miles. No issues what so ever. One owner before me with all work and maintenance done at dealer from previous owner. Trans fluid changed every 36k, etc.. The thing is 16 years old and like new. I expect another 10 years out of it easy.

[@rccgcovenantchapelbwari69]

Did you know its called Irobot in Nigeria?

[@Schneids15]

Great video and review!

[@carlosw1687]

This is the best looking generation and by far

[@txmoney]

Great review. It seems that Honda disappoints with every other generation. The 8th gen was great. The 9th gen had really cheap material and was roundly thrashed by critics. The 10th gen was fantastic in performance, handling, design, and spaciousness. The 11th gen reduced much of what made the 10th gen so great. Hopefully the 12th gen will return the Civic to what makes it the best overall value of any vehicle.

[@pauld3196]

Might be picking up a faded grey 07 DX sedan for a few hundred. might flip it, might keep it

[@debbiebeggs4256]

Love mine only 54miles and what can I say my dad bought it for me still looks like neww

[@jefemuga416]

I prefer a compact SUV like the Ford Escape, but my wallet prefers these compact, gas-sipping civics. I currently own a 2010 Versa Hatchback and am thinking about switching to one of these civics if I can find one in great shape. thanks for the vid.

[@n300zx931]

Looking to buy a 2007 coup in the next few days. Selling my 2004. Had a 2002 before that.

[@johndatong8420]

Great video. Useful information.

[@waddenwadden3272]

Do you think the interior in the sedan is bigger compared to the 05

[@ctw00004]

Very through review. Well done!

[@pjsaltbabyrage7567]

You said the armrest is adjustable, can you teach me how?

[@Marshal_Dunnik]

Good review, well done

[@noppa82]

It's funny, was just test driving one of those -08 models, was shocked that it was actually ALOT more noisy than my old Toyota Corolla e11 sedan (-97).. but other than that, a lot of car for the money they cost these days if you find low mileage one... Gonna go buy it when the shops fix the problems i found on it.

[@derickpancakes1015]

My 2006 has almost 345000 miles all original

[@instasingingvids3529]

DerickPancakes awesome! What repairs have your done on it?

[@derickpancakes1015]

A starter and ac work

[@shainasuico3124]

manual?

[@intuitivelymagician2076]

They last forever

[@darkwolf8180]

Long live Honda civic

[@sheesh1290]

I have a 2008 Honda Civic DX-G, someone tell me what type of engine is in it? I believe it’s an r series but I’m not sure

[@siddharthverma8540]

R18

[@southwarke]

Thanks for a great review. How do these Civics fare with Alberta winters, are rust issues a common problem?

[@AleksanderJDimas]

southwarke not bad! Mine didn't have traction or stability control (I'm not sure if automatics do), but it drove fine with good winter tires. It's starting to show signs of rust in rust spots, the front bumper and hood are struggling the most. That said, itd it's twelve years old and it's not rusting to bits like Mazdas of the same vintage.

[@mikewillett5076]

Then something's wrong with mine. Put new shocks all around on my '09 (non SI) and tires with taller sidewalls (205/60s vs 205/55s) yet anything more than the smallest bumps feels violent/harsh. It's making me hate this car! A shame cause otherwise I kinda like it. Yes I played with tire pressure. Currently 33 front, 30 rear.

[@kennybrooks8374]

I feel the same way. Just bought one last week 2011 model

[@mikewillett5076]

@@kennybrooks8374. When it needs tires and assuming you have the 16 inch wheels, go up one size in height, from 55s to 60s (stock is 205/55-16). Go slightly low on psi. It won't make a drastic difference but helps. My car feels so unstable on highways and rides like a mule cart, I CAN'T WAIT to get another car and I'm test driving it on the shittiest roads I can find!

[@natalieterrazas2747]

I have an ex with a sun visor and a spoiler red taillights ❤️break light and it’s pearl white. I want to black out the grille and put window visors

[@melva190]

2006 Honda Civic

[@fa6151]

Thank you. You made great review. I am considering the facelift.

[@AleksanderJDimas]

Faisal x___x Thank you! I wanted pre-facelift because of the spaceship bumper, but the facelift included many features that I wish I had

[@fa6151]

@@AleksanderJDimas People have different taste and believes which has nothing wrong with it. Good luck and enjoy.

[@AleksanderJDimas]

Faisal x___x I hope you find one you like!

[@Fifthcell]

Faisal x___x I like the facelifted sedan better... the two extra grilles on the bumper and the clear tail lights make it look more modern.

[@anthinh3526]

How much is the selling price in usd ? i like 8th gen civic 2007, thank you

[@g-elite6266]

Is this the LX,DX,EX or Si model?

[@shakeelsattar3190]

i have 07 and i love it

[@matnew1984420]

he forgot the ex-l , but i guess that would be a csx in canada

[@AleksanderJDimas]

matnew1984420 That's correct!

[@Fifthcell]

He also forgot the LX-S, DX-G and DX-VP. The LX-S I think was only available in the US market, essentially being an LX with a sunroof and alloy wheels... The DX-G was pretty much a DX with AC and cruise control sold in the Canadian market. The DX-VP was the US equivalent to the DX-G.

[@S0raJr]

“but the compromise with ride comfort is well strut” What does that mean?

[@AleksanderJDimas]

S0raJr The suspension set-up is relatively engaging to drive, but it is still comfortable

[@superseriousreviews1168]

I have the exact same car but it’s blue, the manual really is great. Also, great video, really detailed.

[@timgrim9581]

Amazing Video

[@Tjetz777]

Good review

[@kabiruharuna6903]

what do you think of a Honda Civic 2006 of a 242000 mileage, should I go for a price of 2150 dollars. Thank you.

[@moeanthony9308]

Stay away and read they had engine issues.

[@davidgerstein4305]

Moe Anthony ahhh did you catch that it has 242,000 miles on it? If it had engine problems it most likely would not have that many miles on it. Go for it.

[@moeanthony9308]

@@davidgerstein4305 let's try again sir.. Research 2006 to 2009 civics and come back to me.Cracked blocks on many of them. 2009 onward issue solved. Perhaps buddy is luck so far or the repair was done. I was merely giving folks the heads up. Ya digg?

@@moeanthony9308 thanks for the head up. This car dealer was selling a 2008 civic for cheap but now I am concerned. I will look it up, do you think if a mechanic checked it, it would be ok? or would it go undetected for months

[@moeanthony9308]

@ If aint broke don't fix it

[@GreatBeyond74]

you forgot the LX-S

[@georgeparker555]

GreatBeyond74 not available yet in that year

[@sauryashrestha2046]

Hello, Alexandra!

[@Crpjnr]

Currently saving up for an 8th gen civic Si so i can get rid of my toyota celica :) i cant wait

[@MrHuck]

Scotty Kilmer won’t approve. Lol.

[@christianecheverri8788]

MrHuckabst lmao 😂😂

[@leahjackson7531]

My 2011 dx-g has cruise control

[@Yanniboycherl]

Great review. Thank you

[@iluvsooubway8008]

My drivers side sun visor broke

[@roblaskowski8123]

They are fun to drive with a 5 Speed Manual sleeper car

[@naeemwarsi9877]

Keep it up

[@emmascoplex]

How about the infotainment

[@amirrh11]

Hi Buddy, why the fuel consumption is not good. I own a coupe 2010 and it is low click of 92k on it but the mileage is a you said in the video. So, nothing wrong with my car? should I do anything in this time like valve adjustments? .. I live in SK, Canada.

[@AleksanderJDimas]

That's a great question for your mechanic. I just found the official standardized ratings. Is your commute mostly city driving?

[@gto3585]

it's stick shift,fun to drive

[@debbiebeggs4256]

Everybody wants to buy it

[@6142bucky]

But Jan, you don’t have any friends

[@jcvibin9485]

Im actually trying to sell my 09 si. HMU if yall interested, located in Cali LA

[@helloitsme60001]

My exact car!

[@RaveeMattRavee]

4:17 slow down speedracer lol, u goin 97!

[@AleksanderJDimas]

That’s under the speed limit 😂

[@RaveeMattRavee]

FUCKKK! lol

[@jefemuga416]

@@RaveeMattRavee relax, remember he's in Canada, so those are Kilometers not Miles per hour. (97 KPH = 60 MPH)

[@budlight4864]

ofcourse i would buy one haha

[@subaruwrx5701]

mine have 108k

[@Bosgymboy]

Miss Thing got her a cute little hairdo going on!

[@AH-bm4ts]

2010-2011 has VSA-Stability control on only the EXL and Si trims. #Worthit #savedmytail #idiotbutton

[@AleksanderJDimas]

Anthony h My new car is RWD, so stability control is my best friend in the wintertime

[@AdilAli-ur8mz]

Hey bottom 😝

[@debbiebeggs4256]

Thousand

[@comepuchas990]

9.1.19

[@michaelbedell5413]

I'd rather get a Chevy cobalt

[@liddlebopeep]

That's hilarious.

[@michaelbedell5413]

@@liddlebopeep they r faster

[@liddlebopeep]

They're junk

[@FD-rh6tr]

@@liddlebopeep Facts. Don't ever bring that name chevy here.

[@CSXKid5016]

I would never buy a Civic!! I’d go for a well maintained second-hand BMW first. Honda’s are boring.

[@liddlebopeep]

BMW is an endless money pit, I guess you enjoy flushing your money down the toilet.

[@CSXKid5016]

liddlebopeep I’ve had a BMW in my garage since 2012, they aren’t money pits. Do basic maintenance and you’ll be fine.

[@FD-rh6tr]

@@CSXKid5016 If you're a Mechanic and don't mind wrenching, a BMW is amazing.

[@Marques_Brownlee23]

He is a gay?