2009 Honda Civic Sedan EX 5-Spd AT

Pros

Good fuel economy.

Cons

Rough ride, poor breaking and handling --not your typical honda ride.

This reveiw is for a recently purchased 2008 EX Civic model-essentially the same as the 2009 version with the exception of some exterior cosmetics. I presently have approximately 800 miles thus far logged. I did not test drive on the ASSUMPTION that the car would be every bit as good as my previous Honda purchases. Shame on me. At $20K+ the car leaves much to be desired in almost every way from what I have come to expect from this "trusted" brand. Brake force requirement is high; road noise is an everpresent partner; the radio sounds like a hundred dollar installed aftermarket special - but most important is that the solid secure roadability so typical of the track bred Honda brand, a feature set that I have come to know and love and expected here, has somehow escaped this vehicle. I wouldn't go so far to call it a "tin box" but I would suggest that you test drive this baby before you take her home.