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2012 Honda Civic Hybrid consumer reviews

$24,200–$26,900 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Civic Hybrid Honda
(27 reviews)
77% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.7
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.1
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Buyer beware!

Buyer beware! The dealer posted a stock photo of a car that looks nothing like the actual car. There is oxidation on the trunk and top of the actual car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent 2012 Civic Hybrid-No problems since new!

I purchased a used/resale 2012 Civic Hybrid three years ago at 87,000 miles. It has run perfectly, with no issues or problems whatsoever. The first owner had all Honda dealer required maintenance/service and we both have maintained the car well. It is fun to drive, comfortable, VERY economical and gets 44-48 mpg. It is a very quiet, smooth riding with a smooth-shifting automatic transmission. Excellent air-conditioning and heating, super safe with eight airbags in front. The 2012 Civic Hybrid has the "larger, improved 1.5 L gas engine and more powerful 17kw electric motor. It also has the longer-lasting ("10-15 yrs.") Lithium battery. Fill the 13.5 gal. gas tank and its range is 500 plus miles. The exterior paint and interior still look like new. No exterior paint issues, no CVT transmission issues and still looks and performs like new. It has a 160 watt stereo w/CD, Mp3, Blue-tooth, traction control and "econo" mode for even better gas mileage. Plenty of power and good acceleration. I recommend the 2012 year model Honda Civic Hybrid to all who want a well-built, safe, fun and economical car. I have enjoyed driving it and have not had any problems/issues whatsoever with this well-designed little car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable for now

Haven't had any issues, been following the maintenance program with honda, very good on gas. I'm at 120000 miles, and i live in Québec, Always started. The only problem is the depreciation value because some constumers are scrared of hybrids car, in fact mine is really good on brakes, oil change is required at around 15000 km, and you save a lot on fuel, my average fuel during the last 60000miles 43.56 miles per gallon, including all seasons. Compared to 31 for a civic that is not hybrid, and in Quebec with the winters would be more like 28 in average since you need to start your car. Great car and as a way nicer look than a prius.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Easily the best car I've owned ❤

My car has everything I need. Keeps me safe, and with great gas mileage, so hard to find something as comfortable and affordable as my car ❤

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I had

I’m so happy with it I save a lot on gas money drives very smoothly it’s expensive to fixed but it’s worth it at longest you give a proper service on it will have no problem

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Cheap and Reliable Commuter Car

It doesn't have the space a tall man needs or the performance in Eco mode the enthusiast craves, but fill this tank for under $20, put the car in sport and zoom around for over 500 miles with a lot more torque on tap then you'd expect from a compact runabout. If you know how to take care of your cars, it won't let you down.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Gas mileage better than listed.

This car is one of my favorite cars I've owned. Great gas mileage and comfort. It has all the bells and whistles I could not live without. Heated seats, power locks and windows, etc. It takes a minute to get used to converting back and forth from electric to gas but the cost is worth it. Also I have not had one speeding ticket since I bought the car. 0-60 in 60 seconds.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Don't buy it.

Please just don't. It'll cost you more in repairs than it's worth. And don't go to Nalley Toyota in Roswell GA. Worst dealership I've ever dealt with.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Do not buy this car.

This car is junk. Absolute junk. I will never own another Honda in my life nor will I recommend one to anyone else. I'll come out better to just light this one on fire than to try and repair it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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This car was a waste of money

At 4.5 years the clear coat was gone! At 74,000 miles the transmission went out. And I have had to use the extended warrenty several other times. Honda won't fix their know paint issue. Don't buy Honda!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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