Best Economy Car of 2000
Written: Mar 19 '01
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Pros: Great gas mileage,looks better than other compact cars,smooth ride
Cons: Haven't found any yet
The Bottom Line: Get one!
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| goosehead's Full Review: 2000 Honda Civic 4 door |
2000 HONDA CIVIC
1.6 liter 4-cyl engine
4-spd automatic transmission
multiport fuel injection
feedback fuel system
One of the main reasons I bought this car is because I wanted a car that would last a long time. Ever notice all of the old Honda Civics and Accords that are still out on the roads? They may not look so great,but they're still truckin' along. I also wanted something inexpensive but was tired(still am,actually)of seeing Chevrolet Cavaliers and there was no way I was gonna get a Ford. I'll start with all the features on the Honda Civic:
*TECHNICAL FEATURES*
-1.6L SOHC 4-Cyl 16-Valve Engine
-EPA and CARB Low Emissions Certified
-4-Speed Automatic Transmission with Grade Logic Control
-4-Wheel Double Wishbone Suspension
-Ventilated Front Disc Brakes
-Variable Assist Power Steering
*SAFETY FEATURES*
-Driver and Front Passenger Airbags(SRS)
-3-Point Front Seat Belts with Height Adjustable Anchors
-3-Point Rear Outboard Seat Belts
-Child Proof Rear Door Locks
-Front and Rear Crumple Zones
-Side Impact Door Beams
-Child Seat Tether Anchors
*INTERIOR FEATURES*
-Front Reclining Bucket Seats
-60/40 Split Fold Down Rear Seatback with Lock
-Rear Window Defroster with Timer
-Side Window Defoggers
-Tinted Glass
-Integrated Rear Window Antenna
-Intermittent Windshield Wipers
-Remote Fuel Filler Door Release
-Lockable Remote Trunk Release
-Passenger Assist Handles
(Oh Sh*t Handles)
-Trip Odometer
-Maintenance Reminder
-Driver and Passenger Vanity Mirrors
-Coin Box
-Beverage Holders
-Low Fuel Warning Light
-Headlights-On Reminder
*EXTERIOR FEATURES*
-Full Wheel Covers
-P185/65 R14 85S All Season Tires
-Body-Colored Bumpers
-Dual Remote Door-Mirrors
-Bumpers Conform to Federal Performance Standard When Tested at 5 MPH.
I also got these features:
*VALUE PACKAGE FEATURES*
-Air Conditioner
-AM/FM Stereo with CD Player
4 Speakers and Clock
-Keyless Entry System
-Power Door Locks
-Body-Colored Side Moldings,Door Handles&Rear License Plate Trim
-Center Armrest with Storage
The gas mileage I get with my Civic is awesome-28 city miles per gallon and 35 highway miles per gallon. Actually this was another factor in determining what kind of car I chose. When I bought it gas prices had skyrocketed and I had previously been driving a gas-guzzler(Chevy Blazer).
I own a cleaning business and I have a 4-year old son,so my arms are always full. Whether it's toys,cleaning stuff, or kid,I always have my arms full of something so keyless entry is really convenient.
Of course I love having a CD player,too-now the speakers aren't anything that will win a prize for loudest and bumpin'est-but they're still loud enough without sounding like crap.
The rear-child locks are wonderful. No longer do you need to worry about your child jumping out of the car when it stops. For people without kids you can just flip a little switch and de-activate it. However,it is kinda funny to have a friend sit in the back and lock them in.
When I got my Civic about a year ago,I was impressed by what a smooth ride it has. The maintenance-reminder is nice,too-when it's time for an oil-change,a little square in the dash changes from yellow to red. The Civic only requires an oil change every 7500 miles!
All 2000 Hondas come with a 36,000 mile/3 year warranty and a 12,000 mile/1 year replacement parts warranty. Now I'm sure that your Honda dealer will be happy to sell you an extended warranty for a mere $1200 like mine did. This will cover your car up to 100,000 miles.
The 2000 Honda Civic is roomier than you might think. I'm 5'6",130 lbs. and there's plenty of room for me. My husband is 6'1",200 lbs. and fits just fine with the seat all the way back. He does,however,complain about long trips in it so we try to fly for those if possible.
I am very happy with my Civic. I recommend it to anyone that wants good gas mileage,cool features,or anyone that's sick of Cavaliers!! I wouldn't recommend it to someone that's really big or has to drive long distances a lot. So anyway,thanks for reading my review. I will update this if I have any problems with it-right now mine only has 16,000 miles on it so I guess that's a possibility(knock on wood). Don't forget to rate my review-I'd appreciate it!
Recommended:
Yes
Amount Paid (US$): 14700
Condition: New
Model Year: 2000
Model and Options: 2000 Civic 4DR Sedan
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Member: Theresa
Location: Tulsa,Okla U.S.A.
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About Me:
25,female,married mom
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