If you are looking to but a used Honda Civic, there are some important pieces of information that you should be aware of. Honda Civics have been produced since 1973, and were a subcompact car until 2000. Since 2000, it has been considered a compact car. The Civic was mostly available in a coupe, sedan and hatchback form for the early years. The early engines were never anything to write home about, with average engines of 1.5 liters and less than 100 horsepower. There are eight generations of Honda Civics that have been made. In 2003, the seventh generation, a hybrid model was introduced and has been a great seller. Mixing a name that was an industry leader with the new hybrid technology proved to be genius. The engine's power was increased, although the hybrid model started with a 1.5 liter engine. Since then, the newer models from 2004 to present are the best models to find if you are looking for a used Honda Civic for sale. This eighth generation saw increased fuel economy from all of their Civic Models. The hybrid model was the most fuel efficient as expected, coming in at more than 40 miles per gallon, while gasoline engine Civics still go in the mid-30s for their fuel efficiency. The Civic is a very safe car, scoring high on their frontal, side and roof crash tests according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Please use the CarsDirect website for comprehensive listings of Honda Civics for sale.
