Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
26 -35 City / 30 -40 HWY
Horsepower
115 -160
Seats
5
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Valerie Smedley
Nearly half a million miles!
I cant say enough about this car! It is excellent on gas, fun to drive, spacious. I did have the transmission replaced with a rebuilt, (I heard Honda had troubles with the transmissions for that year.) But get this: MY CIVIC HAS 434,000 MILES ON IT! And it's still going strong! My car is a little powerhouse. I'm a loyal Honda owner for life!
accountCircle Debbie Z
Great gas mileage, low maintenance.
No problems with car. Usual maintenance costs. Great gas mileage. In 16 years, have only had one major problem with vehicle. Best car I have ever purchased. Highly recommend any Honda vehicle.
accountCircle Stephanie K
People should know that Honda's will last you years and years. They are made very well and the gas mileage can't be beat.
I love my honda civic because she's 16 years old and still going strong. Other than oil changes and minor routine maintenance, I've had no issues. The resale value with honda always holds up, too. I don't dislike anything.
accountCircle Frankie D
Good reliable our office 72,002
My car is a Honda Civic 2002 with leather seats sunroof heat and AC works. It has 120,000 miles on it. The dent on the driver side door. Good reliable car drive work and school every day.
accountCircle Michelle S
Honda makes the best vehicles. Honda is a great company with dependable cars.
I love my Honda. It is very dependable. It is very good on gas and I never break down.
accountCircle Jessica J
Comfortable. Economic. Good performance. No repairs. No stress.
My Honda Civic is very comfortable and economic. It performs at least 35 miles/gallon when I drive on the road. It is been 15 months since I bought this car and I never have any mechanical problem. Actually I never needed to go to repair. I very satisfied with my Honda Civic.
accountCircle Lina H
I have named my vehicle The Vengeance.
I have a 2002 Honda civic, it definitely has some paint fading and a few dents and dings, but all the while it has been a very safe reliable vehicle with very few issues and I love it. I have not had to do any major pricey mechanical repairs just normal maintenance to it since I have owned my vehicle.
accountCircle James S
Very reliable ride, great car
I was very lucky, never had a problem. The Civic faced a recall to change the airbag, other than that it's been a superb car, though next time I'll be getting a bigger more comfortable car for long drives.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Athena W
It is made well and reliable. If you keep up on maintenance it can last you a long time.
I dislike that it is a manual transmission. I like that it has not had any major problems and I've been able to drive it for 15 years.
accountCircle Sadie R
It is a very reliable car. Just not the most attractive.
It is a very old car. It drives fine and the gas mileage is good. I don't care for the interior. It only has two doors but a back seat. It gets me from place to place but I would prefer a newer car.
accountCircle Maya C
It is very reliable because it is a Honda.
My car runs hot easily and right now she is currently not starting. The car broke down five times in the past two years. It is a two door car and it is very tight in the backseat. The air conditioner works and the seats are very comfortable. It is silver.
accountCircle Marc L
Half of my car doesn't work, meaning that the speakers and the windows on this side need to be fixed.
The engine in my car is kind of sucky. The inside is nice but old fashioned. The A/C is only in the front and the right side of my car doesn't work. That is, the Windows won't roll down and the speakers don't work on that side.
accountCircle Jordan R
The remaining lifespan is unknown.
Drives well, believed to have transmission problems. Bumps and bruises here and there. Front bumper falling apart.
accountCircle Mai L
It's an older car but it works and I am still able to use it to this day.
I hate that it's a two doors vehicle because I now transport my children in it. I've had many issues with the car but it is working and in better condition now. I love the gas mileage on it though. I also love it because it is reliable. It's last me this long.
accountCircle Donna R
It is an old vehicle and needs constant maintenance.
My vehicle gets great gas mileage. It is fuel efficient. It is quiet and economically sound for my household. It is rather small for what we need and uncomfortable to sit in. We would like to get a bigger vehicle with more trunk storage.
accountCircle Matt N
Honda Civic 2002 Lx is an amazing car!!
I love my car but my ac doesn't work at the moment. My trunk doesn't close every time. It's excellent on gas!! Good reliable car. Easy to work on. I do my own oil changes and tune ups and work on it as well. Perfect car for someone who is new to driving and learning.

Honda Civic Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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DX
115 HP 34-34 MPG 5 Seats
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HX
117 HP 38-38 MPG 5 Seats
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LX
115 HP 34-34 MPG 5 Seats
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EX
127 HP 35-35 MPG 5 Seats
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Si
160 HP 28-28 MPG 5 Seats
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2002 Honda Civic Owner Reviews

4.18
260 Reviews
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5 stars 42%
4 stars 35%
3 stars 22%
2 stars 1%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Patricia H on June 12, 2021
Problem free and economical driving.
My Honda civic is always dependable. I've had civics for years and years and have never had anything go wrong with them. I just have the scheduled maintenance and oil changes and it runs perfectly every time I turn the key. Very good on gas mileage, too.
accountCircle Scott L on April 1, 2021
02 Honda civic reliable transportation vehicle
The Honda civic is a great, reliable, and inexpensive vehicle that has been a pleasure for me to drive for a few years now. The only repairs necessary were replacing headlights/tail lights and cc joint/control arms. The interior is very comfortable and the up down armrest really helps, as does the cruise control option. It performs well on the road with great gas mileage and visibility when driving. The car is not loud and drives smoothly with great handling. Breaking is also easier since it's a lighter vehicle. Seats 5 and 4 comfortably.

Ranks #7 Small Cars by Owners

The 2002 Honda Civic has an average owner rating of 4.23 out of 5 which ranks it #7 of 24 other Small Cars.

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5
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4.8
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4.18

Ranks #2 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Honda Civic has a combined MPG of 40 which ranks it #2 of 24 other Small Cars.

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Is The 2002 Honda Civic A Good Car?

Yes, it holds up well over a very long time and mileage, it is reliable and reasonable for the average consumer
Kelsey G.
Yes it is I like it a lot when I got it I was younger and now I really love it it’s really good for me
Brandon Z.
Yes the Honda Civic is a good vehicle. It is good on Gas and you can get 32 miles to the gallon in the city and 35 on the highway.
Zeta D.
Yes it is a great safe reliable vehicle, may be very outdated compared to current year vehicles. But have been considering purchasing a newer vehicle.
Octavia V.
Yes it has been very reliable. My ac works great! I'm had it for four years now and I haven't had to do anything to the ac. I have gotten one flat tire but that was my own doing
Tara B.
Yes it is. Very reliable and good on gas. Roomy interior and very comfortable for my family and I and making constant trips
Diane O.
It is okay nothing special It gets me where I have to go. From one place to the next. I can't complain
Elijah E.
Yes. It is reliable & affordable to drive. I've had several Hondas over the years & have always been pleased with them. I plan on purchasing another soon.
Andrea M.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Honda Civic?

It is reliable, it has to have parts repaired at times like any car, but maintains its overall quality of driving for a long time. It does not have any specific problems with operation.
Kate D.
No it’s been running smooth for a long time I've had a couple problems but that was in the past now it’s all good
Steven L.
Yes I feel as though the 2002 Honda Civic is a very reliable vehicle. Get me from point A to point B with no problem
Michelle A.
Yes I find it a reliable vehicle, although it does have a few cosmetic flaws and faded and chipping paint. It doesn't affect the reliability of my Honda.
Laura N.
The 2002 Honda civic is reliable. The only problems I've had with it are my own doing. I had to replace the transmission and I have had one flat tire. Cheap fixes to this vehicle is very common
Kayla O.
I have not had any issues with the Honda civic at all. I like the car a lot. As I stated its reliable and comfortable
Katie D.
It's pretty reliable the year to have owned it. No problems yet. So it's doing fine. The gas mileage is great
Debra B.
No, none. I've replaced the tires from the original stick tires. It is time to have the oil changed.
Jennifer V.

Is The 2002 Honda Civic A Good Value?

About $2500-3000 which is a good value. The car requires only occasional maintenance even when it is almost 20 years old with 115,000 miles. It is good for someone who wants a manual transmission and... Read More
Eric C.
Yes it is in good value I kept my car in good shape for as long as I can remember it’s In mint condition
brandy M.
I bought my 2002 Honda Civic used. But I am sure it is a good value for someone looking for a decent car.
Justin B.
I purchased my vehicle 3 years ago for 2800.00, at that time it was a great deal for the mileage on it and make.
Alyssa C.
With my mileage is able 1000 . it's a vehicle that's going to last so it's at good value. A brand new one would run u probably 6000
Kelli P.
Yes the 2002 Honda civic was a good value when purchased. I definitely got my money's worth and I am pleased with its performance
Paul F.
I am not sure of the actual cost of the car at this point. It’s quite an older model so I'm sure it’s set at a very affordable price now in days.
judy R.
With its mileage it is probably worth $1,000. I bought it in 2013 from my sister for $6,000. As they get older more things stop working.
Laura L.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What would cause my 2002 Honda Civic EX check engine light to come on?

Answer: There is no way to reset the check engine light on the vehicle. It comes on when there is something wrong with the car, but it can be caused by just about anything. Due to this, it is not worth Your time...

What is the 2002 Honda Civic mass air flow sensor location?

Answer: The 2002 Honda Civic mass air flow sensor location is found by watching: https://www.Youtube.com/watch?v=BfaVNEVXH6c The coolant needs to be changed every 60,000 miles or so. Your air filter needs to be changed...

How do i perform the 2002 Honda Civic immobilizer reset?

Answer: When the immobilizer is not working in Your 2002 Honda Civic the first thing that You should do is try to reset the system. Resetting the immobilizer is pretty straightforward and just takes a few steps to do....

Where is the 2002 honda civic fuel pressure regulator located?

Answer: Your fuel pressure regulator on the 2002 Honda Civic is actually located on the fuel pump itself, which of course, is in the fuel tank. This part causes the fuel to come to a restrictor, which causes pressure...

What's the 2002 honda civic ex oil type?

Answer: The standard 1.7-liter inline-4 engine in the 2002 Honda Civic takeS3.5 liters (3.7 quarts) of SAE 5W-20 synthetic oil. A few popular products include Pennzoil Ultra Platinum, Quaker State Ultimate Durability,...

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

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Rollover

Not Rated

Side

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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety