benjaminh
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As is typical with Honda, they've carefully calibrated the price and the equipment level so that each model of the new Civic has a lot of bang for the buck. In other words, this is clearly a subjective question, and there's no right or wrong. But why a particular Civic model is the best value (for you) is still an interesting question. And for those still shopping and considering models (like myself) it also gives more food for thought. In other words, some might be thinking "oh, I didn't know that model had that..." etc. Honda's official site, of course, has almost all of the info about the various models:
http://automobiles.honda.com/civic-sedan/
The Civic LX, starting at just $18,640 for the 6-speed manual, is actually a compelling choice to me, although probably not my favorite. I'm shifting for myself now, and have for almost 35 years of driving, but for my next car I might give it up to get the higher mpg, and just for convenience (and for my wife).
I remember when base "stripper models" used to be really that. Even 15 years ago, iirc, you could get a DX Civic that not only didn't have AC, but didn't even have a stereo. In fact, back then maybe they even had roll up windows? Not sure. But now the base Civc LX has equipment that a base Civic of 2001 could only dream of, such as AC with climate control, cruise, a back-up camera, bluetooth, illuminated steering wheel controls, and a 158 horsepower 2.0 liter engine.
Plus the LX is the last Civic to have a volume knob! I don't think this model would be my top choice, but I am still considering it.
Anyway, which Civic model—LX, EX, EX-T, EXL, or Touring, do you think offers the best value? And why?
http://automobiles.honda.com/civic-sedan/
The Civic LX, starting at just $18,640 for the 6-speed manual, is actually a compelling choice to me, although probably not my favorite. I'm shifting for myself now, and have for almost 35 years of driving, but for my next car I might give it up to get the higher mpg, and just for convenience (and for my wife).
I remember when base "stripper models" used to be really that. Even 15 years ago, iirc, you could get a DX Civic that not only didn't have AC, but didn't even have a stereo. In fact, back then maybe they even had roll up windows? Not sure. But now the base Civc LX has equipment that a base Civic of 2001 could only dream of, such as AC with climate control, cruise, a back-up camera, bluetooth, illuminated steering wheel controls, and a 158 horsepower 2.0 liter engine.
Plus the LX is the last Civic to have a volume knob! I don't think this model would be my top choice, but I am still considering it.
Anyway, which Civic model—LX, EX, EX-T, EXL, or Touring, do you think offers the best value? And why?
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