HONDA consumer reviews

Horey, England on the Honda Jazz

Having just read Ian Sinclair’s report on the Jazz ishift I have to agree. In auto mode it is absolutely terrible. I have had the car 4 weeks and used it mainly in manual. My previous Jazz was auto which I had 4 years. I am very sorry I bought this. Honda should go back to the drawing board and design a good auto.

Kim, Surrey on the Honda Jazz

I agree with Colin Horey - the i-shift in auto mode is dreadful. Previously I had a Jazz Sport Auto which I loved. I’ve even considered exchanging my new Jazz for the previous model!

Dave, Surrey on the Honda Jazz

Although I have owned my Jazz for just one month and clocked up only 480 miles, mainly on B roads in Surrey and Sussex, I can honestly say that it is a delight to drive. The seats are really comfortable, better than some of the more expensive cars I’ve owned. Close inspection reveals good fit and finish, no squeaks or rattles and taken over all, a well built little car. Must go, I’m of for a drive, just for the fun of it.

David, Essex on the Honda Civic Hybrid

Asked company to supply me my Civic Hybrid, mainly due to the tax I was paying on the Merc C 220 I had. All I can say is WOW!!! This car is roomy, although the boot suffers a little due to the baterry pack, but interior is comfortable for 4 adults. The spec on the car is absolutely fantastic and better than the Merc with bluetooth for the phone and built in sat nav and VOICE CONTROL! This is a great car delivering over 45MPG in town and up to 65 MPG on a run and more than comfortable enough for me to do London to Edinburgh with only one break (and that was because I needed the bathroom). All this and only £15 per year road tax and no congestion charge!!!!! Worth it just for that (although you do still have to pay a £10 per year exemption fee - the robbing b********). Only one problem was that some toerag decided to key the nearside from bonnet to boot! This car has impressed me so much I have just bought a Jazz for the wife, and I am thinking of getting myself a 2.4 Accord (for fun).

Kenneth, Nottinghamshire on the Honda Jazz

Went for a test drive. Must say that the i-shift "auto"is dreadful compared with my truly automatic 1.4, 3-year old Jazz. Also,the dealer wanted to add on £175 for not having a spare wheel! Think again Honda.

Keith, Yorkshire on the Honda Jazz

This is a great Car and my 14th Honda! I started aound 1972/3 with a Honda N600, then a Honda Z, then one of he first Honda Civics in York. Since them I have had two other Civics, a Honda 600 truck, four Honda preludes, a Honda H-RV and a Honda C-RV. I’ve now got the Jazz, which I’ve had 10 days. I’ve only been let down once by one of their Preludes, which let me down with the petrol pump but then redeemed itself on the drive. Great Cars.

Tony, England on the Honda Jazz

Having bought my Jazz last February I have found it meets all my needs. I agree the i-Shift is ’differant, but no more than that. Having read my handbook and taken the trouble and time to practice using the i-shift - it works well, folks! Do not expect it to operate as other well established automatics.

Jack, Caerphilly on the Honda Jazz

I upgraded from the CVT version and find this new car to be more fun to drive. The CVT was smoother but the i-shift works well too. From a cold start I use the manual option, in order to change up rapidly, then shift it into automatic when the car is warmed up. Only once have I opted to shift down manually, when facing a very steep descent. At all other times I let the i-shift do its job in automatic, and cannot fault its performance. I commonly carry a folding wheelchair behind the front seats; this leaves the ’boot’ space free for other luggage. With the rear seats down, the new Jazz will also carry an electric invalid carriage, with plenty of spare room for shopping. The driver’s seat can be raised much higher than in the old version, giving a panoramic outlook to rival an MPV. Only one complaint, and it’s a minor one, like its predecessor the new Jazz still gives a somewhat jittery ride over poor surfaces, but I forgive it since in all other respects the car is ideal. I love it.

Derek, Surrey on the Honda Insight

I had the chance of driving the Honda Insight on several occasions in late 2009 through a rental firm, so while I don’t own an Insight I’ve driven one for a several days. I remember reading the usual car reviews when it was launched and it took a bit of a beating, and while it isn’t a thrilling car it’s perfectly easy to drive. As long as you keep things simply then the car does exactly what you would expect. I wasn’t particularly concerned with fuel economy but it seemed pretty good, while its exception from the dreaded London congestion charge was the real reason for the loan! Overall, not an exciting car but its pretty economical and does its job fine.

Bruce, Hertfordshire on the Honda CR-V

Rated 5 because the car is still brand new and I am thoroughly enjoying it, model EX diesel auto. Small niggle: The upper cargo shelf rear half does not stay up when loading the floor of the boot so the exercise becomes a bit like loading large items through a deep letterbox or holding the shelf up with the top of ones head! I have overcome this by using a 1 foot long thin metal/plastic rod which lodges between the female part of the catch and a hole in the underside of the shelf, but this Heath Robinson device would not be necessary if the bar holding the tonneau cover was an inch or two further forward. I also had to pay over £300 to have door rubbing strips fitted, as I could envisage other drivers in the car park opening their doors onto the protruding crease on the metal part of my car doors. I would have thought that, especially on the up-market version that I have, the strips, which I reckon both enhance and protect the doors, should have been standard fitments?? Just one more niggle: I feel that the automatic windscreen wipers are lacking an intermittent wipe setting, the auto wipe is not really up to the job of reliably clearing the very misty light rain that an intermittent wipe would easily take care of. I am very pleased with my purchase so far. FYI., you might be interested to hear that I chose this car because it is possible for the driver to exit the vehicle via the front passenger door and vice versa. A very important factor if one is involved in an accident situation where the driver’s door is jammed and/or blocked and even more so, if fire is starting. Also very useful in tight parking or garaging situations. The centre console that most modern cars have fitted seem to me to invite a dangerous or even deadly situation occurring. Finally, will Paul Cook from Warwickshire please answer the question (see 26.11.2008 above) about which brand (s) of diesel he finds give (s) the best results - many thanks. Also, if anyone has any comment to make about bio-diesel, it would also be very interesting. Thanks.

Syd, Staffordshire on the Honda Civic

You won’t find civic pride in our town centres these days, with litter adorning the pavements and our once prestigious municipal buildings left to go to seed, as they are turned into drinking dens for the ’alco-pop’ generation. But you will find civic pride in the driveways of the fortunate owners of Hondas superb hatchback. Some would be tempted to call this cars design ’futuristic’ but the wonderful thing is that it belongs, not to the future, but to the ’here and now’. Unlike many of its ’wannabe’ rivals, it is a true precision instrument tailored for the needs of today’s sensible, but enterprising, motorist. VW’s Golf might be the benchmark ingot of ’Tiger Tank’ solidity but the Honda Civic is the benchmark for chronometric standards of engineering. The owner/driver knows he can depend upon Hondas established reputation, which is second to none. A dreamlike combination of style, performance, comfort, reliability and definite class is available for a price that’s great value at £17,559. Surely this is too good to be true. Well, it almost has you rubbing your eyes in disbelief. How do they do it when you consider that low a spec. Ford Focus costs more than this Honda. It is said that the Japanese habit is to ’hint’ at things rather than being too explicit, so let me lay it on the line. This car, for what it is, for what it does, for what it costs and for what it gives its owner in terms of pride of ownership, is as good as it gets. It might not get you from A to B as fast as a Bullet Train but you’re guaranteed to arrive at your destination with a minimum of strain. In its understated and stylish way, this machine is a veritable temple to technology - a dynamic demonstration of all that is best in the progressive world. The build quality is of the highest order and the equipment list is lengthy - and on this Si spec. car you get climate control, an excellent audio system, half-leather upholstery and, of course, power windows. You even get a refrigerated glove box for storing your chocolate in the summers that we never have. Needless to say, it’s a very practical and flexible five-door hatchback. Hondas respect and consideration for its customers is evident down to the smallest detail. While most of the niceties of design are tucked away in the internal mechanicals, one cannot help but be aware of them every time one switches on the ignition. Beyond the attractive surface lines of this machine and the ergonomically perfect and attractively different interior, there is the beauty and poetry of refined mechanical and technological excellence. A near perfect position was easy for me to tailor on the comfortable and supportive seats, setting the mood for particularly relaxed driving. The 140PS 1.8litre VTEC engine is a jewel to enjoy, revving sweetly and smoothly to take you to speeds up to nearly 130mph - yet at the same time just sipping fuel. I easily achieved an overall 45mpg, which is in stark contrast to the pathetic showings of some ’superminis’ I could name. There’s the finest ’snickety snick’ six speed gearbox in the business, transmitting drive to the front wheels; so piloting the Civic is delightful - whether you’re subsonic or supersonic. It drives so nicely, majoring on that hard to achieve, ideal balance between ride comfort and pin sharp handling. Labour intensive twisty roads that can make a chap perspire in other vehicles become a delight to traverse in the Civic. Poised like a Sadlers Wells artiste, the fluency and composure are so reassuring that one is tempted to be bold. This is just the sort of car that bureaucrats in the bowels of the Ministry for Perpetual Misery would tax out of existence, despite its clean breathing exhaust and super safety gear - not only that, but my test car came in inflammatory Terrorist Red. For Home Counties purchasers, in the past, the hallmark of a cars reliability was the extent to which one could depend upon it for a trip to Scotland. With the Civic one feels that a thousand John O’Groats trips a day for a hundred years wouldn’t be out of the question before one would even begin to hear a squeak of complaint. Sweet as silk, keen as a blade and smooth as cream - Honda just seem to keep pouring it on: and I have to say, ’I like it’. If only the Community Charge could be such good value for money, we might then see the rebirth of those ’Civic’ values we all aspire to, but which are only attainable these days to the fortunate buyers of the exceptional all-rounder that is the Honda Civic. Driving one of these cars is to feel reassured that your needs are being conscientiously attended to, that your individuality is recognised and that you’re afforded due respect for your good sense is seeking such a car in the first place. And all for a price that’s guaranteed not to raise any complaints.

Colin, England on the Honda Jazz

This is the 4th Jazz I have owned and each new model improves on its predecessor.The current model ticks all my requirement boxes,is comfortable , economical and like the previous models is a terrific all rounder for load carrying and utilisation of space. My one gripe is the rear brake discs are showing a lot of corrosion, which is a bit disconcerting on a car less than 12 months old, but the dealer is to replace them under warranty.

Syd, Staffordshire on the Honda Insight

If you’re very green, the Insight could be the start of a beautiful friendship for you, because it’s a petrol-electric hybrid running on a 1.3 litre 88bhp petrol engine mated to a 14bhp electric motor. In the best hybrid tradition the petrol motor is cleverly assisted by the electric motor when the cars computers deem it necessary for a ’jolt of volts’. My pal Dr. Frankenstein - who has always had a healthy interest in hybrids - swears by his. Looking very striking with its swooping body, this five door five-seater is a world away from the two-seater Insight of twenty years ago, which sold in tiny numbers. The new Insight is a very practical small family car which significantly undercuts its main rival - the Toyota Prius - by around £3,000. Insight prices start at £16,236. First impressions are that - while the slippery shape might cut the aerodynamic mustard - one has to say that driver ingress and egress is not made easier by a steeply raked A pillar that might dent ones designer baseball cap. Once settled inside, however, a chap can get comfy easily enough. There’s supportive seating, room to stretch out for those in the back and front and a big boot to carry all that unnecessary luggage - and you find all the usual electrically powered adjuncts to modern day motoring for the terminally atrophied. Similarly, life saving airbags abound - but in saving oneself via these inflatable Salvationists ethical questions arise, which are contrary to this cars philosophy. Noxious gases are released, making self preservation a very selfish and non-green thing to do. Surely a Greenist should heroically sacrifice himself on the altar of purity for the greater good. I suggest a sharp spike on the steering column. Coincidentally, a fine example of heroic Greenism presented itself to me as I crested the brow of a hill followed by a sharp bend, and witnessed how a green minded driver had done his best and parked his Prius in an adjacent green field: such a pity that a fence was in the way. I judge the Insights performance to be adequate for today’s world with its top speed of 113mph - but make no mistake, this is not a car for those who see driving as an involving and (dare I say it) enjoyable business. It is a functional tool to fit in with these straitened and strangled times - and it does so very well. I was reasonably satisfied with the celerity of its movement up a steep gradient, but ’punchy’ was not the word that sprang to mind. Errant thoughts of pressing on in the manner of the heavy right foot brigade were sternly corrected by the Cyclops eye of economy’ that loomed into sight on the dash above the steering wheel. One is presented with current speed (in digital format) in large numerals against a background that changes from icy blue (naughty driving) to emerald green (saving the planet driving) as you progress (if that’s the word) along the road. The digital display is big enough for Mr. Magoo himself to notice whether or not he’d overstepped the mark. This is a car where that ’green about the gills’ feeling is positively advantageous. That blue light is indicative - not of our friend Dixon of Dock Green - but of the legions of Blue Meanies ready to pounce on cavalier carbon burning. Not only that, but drivers of unreliable cars of yesteryear will have to fight back the default reflex of reaching for the ignition key every time the Insight comes to a halt at junctions and becomes eerily silent. This is the eco-imperative that very cleverly, cunningly and with a degree of technological sophistication far beyond the ken of ordinary humans, comes into play and wraps down firmly on knuckleheaded extraneous gas-guzzling, be it ever so marginal. It seems to be saying ’a drop of fuel saved is a boon to the planet.’ Even so, fuel economy is not super duper. I averaged around 55mpg when Honda claim around 65 mpg. This could, of course, be attributable to my use of full afterburner everywhere. Trusty Trevor and Theresa visiting National Trust properties would undoubtedly get better results. Certainly, one might add, from a purely selfish and penny pinching perspective it can’t hurt the wallet either. Have you seen what they’re charging for petrol at the pumps these days? In fact, I wouldn’t put it past Honda to have in development, a device incorporated in the seat belt that responds to driver hypertension in the aftermath of filling up. This device triggers soothing aromas and relaxing music. They have yet to come up with a device that regenerates the contents of the wallet though - but I live in hope. There is, of course, a great deal more to this remarkable car than electrical wizardry. The CVT transmission conveys the feeling of a continuous powerband rather than selected ratios, so there is that strange feeling of a lack of a direct correlation between road speed and engine revs. Once you get used to it, all is fine and you can pretend that you’re jet engine powered and the engines are just ’spooling up’ ready for take-off. One has to say that the car never feels a machine for the open road. Ride quality is not ’magic carpet quality’ when cruising nor ’glued to the road’ when ’pressing on’. Compromise only works so far, but in our traffic congested, over regulated, ludicrously clown painted highways, one has to ask if there’s such a thing as an ’open’ road anymore. Given that this is the case for nearly all of us, the Insight makes a lot of sense. On long motorway inclines, revs fall away and one feels for the low ratio that’s going to provide instant power. It’s not there - to the extent that the car rules the roost. And for the environmentally conscious these days, it’s often thought that the driver must be ’imposed’ upon - if only for the greater good. The question is then ’Are we all doomed?’.’ Is this that National Trust trolley to which we are all soon to be committed?’ Well, I’m pleased to be able to tell you that there’s enough of the driving experience to provide fun - yet an abundance of technological admonitions to forestall untoward adventurousness. It’s a car to like, if not to love: compromised, perhaps, but sublimely diplomatic in the spooning of its medicine. The pill is well sugared, in other words. The likes of Jeremiah Clarkson may regard it as castor oil, and grimace with distaste: but Nanny knows best - given the state of the planet today.

Peter, Yorkshire on the Honda CR-V

Hi. Done 33,000 in mine. Turbo is noisy, can sound like a passing police car with its siren on! Dealer says it is acceptable. Had issues with no electric, flat battery. AA had to lift car and deliver to the dealer (Stratstone) The AA man said a recall had been initiated as the battery was not up to the job and needed replacing. But he did not think that this was the problem. Before he lifted onto the flatbed, he did get it restarted, but the belt ceased with much screaching and smoke, obviously NOT the battery then, but something more serious. I had some issues previously with the aircon, all this information was provided to the dealer, and the car was left with them for 2 days. On collection they had replaced the battery and nothing else, this despite my and the AA man strongly suggesting that this was NOT the issue. After a week the same thing happened again, AA called out, CRV lifted onto flatbed and taken to the same unfortunate dealer, who still did not beleive either me ot the AA man as to the trouble. After nearly a week they evetually conceded that the Aircon was the culprit, and they apologised to me! Out of interest, I was looking to obtain one for my wife, and emailed 3 seperate Stratstone dealers for details of used vehicles I had seen on the Honda/Dealer web site, none of them returned my emails, address not known, and this was via their own email enquiry card! I still love the CRV and would/will get another, but the Dealers, oh dear, they do not do themselves any favours.

Rick, Ireland on the Honda Civic

Great car...the best I’ve had in 15 years of driving. Really enjoy its interactivity and performance. In terms of economy, it is great once you keep yourself from hitting the accelerator too much. All in all a car you should have no problems with and one you’ll enjoy going out to each morning. Have mine nearly a year now and nothing, I mean nothing has even tweaked my attention as going wrong. Most cars can’t do that!

David, Durham on the Honda Civic

I agree with the mpg figures. I struggle to reach 46 unless I drive at a steady 56mph. Once I get onto a motorway it is 44 mpg.

Julian, Worcestershire on the Honda Jazz

Can Roger Ashton of London whose aunt had problems with the Jazz handbrake please get in touch - forgemill@btinternet.com. Thank you. Julian Dolman.

Peter, Lincolnshire on the Honda Jazz

The way Roger Ashton of London has been told to set the handbrake is quite correct. Press firmly of the footbrake and pull the handbrake lever up without operating the release button. This is the instruction given in the drivers manual for the Corsa D and a Ford Fiesta 1.6 diesel which I owned recently. As a driver instructor I have been teaching this method for some time now and find that the handbrake is far more efficient. You can soften the sound simply by curling a finger underneath the button. Although this method is still queried by some driving examiners I am sure the manufacturers know best !

Noreen, County Antrim on the Honda Civic

It’s Japanese so therefore quality is as good as you’ll find anywhere. Even being built in Britain doesn’t stop it being one of the most robust cars in its class, and the most user friendly car I have ever had the privilege of owning.

Keith, Yorkshire on the Honda CR-V

Was really looking forward to test-driving this vehicle after reading the brochures and what was said about it in reviews. What a great let-down. Tested the EX automatic petrol. Ride was very shuddery on small bumps, more than anything else I have tested - the Tiguan, X-Trail and the Rav4. Build quality is very good. The automatic gearbox was smooth but coupled to the petrol engine made the car utterly pedantic. With 3 passengers on board it struggled to accellerate at all. Honda need to do a big rethink on this engine/gearbox combination, it is not up to the job. The boot annoyed me because there is nowhere to stow the removable upper deck inside the boot, access to the lower deck is impossible with the tonneau cover in place and the upper deck installed. If you want to remove the tonneau cover, it is quite aukward to get out of the car; if you want to stow it away in the car, it’s too long to be put anywhere without getting in the way. The dashboard is easy on the eye and a plus point. In the cabin, rear passengers were not very complimentary about the back seats. The sunroof does not open but consists of two large windows with an electric blind which winds into the central roof bulk head, so retracting the blind opens both front and back blinds equally. This should be independent. Overall, I was not impressed.

Tom, London on the Honda Jazz

Hello. Does anyone out there drive a Honda Jazz or know anyone who does? I work for a company in London who is putting together a short promotional documentary film for Honda, and we’re looking for contributors to chat about their car and their passions/interests, and how the two come together. If anyone does have a Jazz and would be interested in contributing then please give me a shout - my name’s Tom and i can be contacted either on hondafilm2008@yahoo.co.uk or on 0207 194 7056... Thanks for reading this, Tom.

George, Yorkshire on the Honda CR-V

Noise, turbo. my new Honda CR-V diesel has only done 4100 miles and is on its third turbo and this one is even noisier than the last one but I can not fault my CR-V apart from the turbo. Is this a one off?

Dudio, Swansea on the Honda Jazz

I was thinking which car to buy instead of my Citroen Xantia as a second car for my family (kids 7+9) for long journeys and holidays (we decided to keep 12 year old Citroen Ax for city rides) and was very disappointed when first saw JAZZ because it was small in dimensions comparing to Xantia. But my friend who have had it for several years just said: go inside and try to drive it and ask the dealer agent to show you all that can be done inside it (all positions and tricks with seats). I was really surprised with its possibility on the road but also huge space inside. So when I took my wife on a test drive she said that we don’t have to look at other cars (price of new Jazz was 13.460 EUR) because she loves it at first sight. After a few minutes of discussion in front of the dealers shop we agreed to buy it - no regrets. When I was buying the Xantia I spent several months trying to decide what car I’ll buy. We really can’t wait the day Jazz will be delivered to us.

Mark, Nottinghamshire on the Honda Accord Saloon

This is not the cheapest car of its type but the refinement and meticulous attention to detail make light of the extra cash. Reliability is a byword of Honda’s and the performance is powerful yet quite and almost unnoticeable. Plenty of room inside with a good boot. I particularly like the Lane Keeping assistance that makes motorway driving far more relaxed. If you want performance, reliability, safety and a pleasing driving experience then the Accord offers all this and more.

Paul, Warwickshire on the Honda CR-V

Something was lost in my review... For 80000 read 8000 What a difference a 0 makes!! Still a good car though. I will write again when it reaches 80000 (2018 I reckon).

Ahmet, Hertfordshire on the Honda Civic

Bought my HONDA CIVIC 1.8i SE VTEC manual 2 weeks ago brand new. I have loved every minute of driving it. It is one cool motor that turns many heads, especially as it is a gleaming black colour. Only fault is as many other reports - poor rear visibility and no rear wiper. I have found the drive comfortable with great road handling, acceleration and responsiveness. I have not yet noticed good fuel economy as in the spec and other reviews state? Overall truly the hot hatch to beat on the market.

Ian, Suffolk on the Honda Jazz

It’s a lovely car for anyone who drives a manual. The "auto" version (i-shift) is, however, abominable. I never thought I could ever criticise a Honda for the way it drives, but the ES i-shift was both sluggish and jerky. Rather like being driven in a manual with a very bad gear-change. It felt slow to get away, with a back-jerk at each gear change, as if I were stabbing the brake at each change up. My options are to keep the old CVT (smooth and nippy) or look for another small automatic that is truly automatic.

Henry, Ayrshire on the Honda CR-V

Is it me??? This would be a great car which ticks a lot of boxes. It is a very comfortable ride, with tight suspension and low engine noise, well laid out with lots of bells and whistles (2009 ES model). A 6th gear and cruise control with good torque. However, the car I test drove had quite audible wind noise on driver’s side, some of the plasticky bits were very plasticky looking, road noise was greater than my 2003 RAV4 and amazingly the gear change was clunky. Help, I really wanted to but this one.

Roger, London on the Honda Jazz

My aunt bought a brand new (March 2009) Jazz ES 1.4 i-VTEC (Petrol) i-SHIFT. She applied the hand brake in the normal way and left the car, when she returned she found the car had move from the position in which she left it. On reporting it to the supplier, they said you must NOT use the button on the hand brake; you must click it through the ratchet. This is not something we were taught to do, as we are told the ratchet will wear out and not work. Comments on this would be appreciated

Will, Yorkshire on the Honda Jazz

Unbelievably good car with space that far exceeds that of many in a class above. Practicality cannot be bettered, this is simply the most useful small car you can buy. Terrific engine, especially with a few miles on the clock and never gives less than 50mpg. EX variant is very well equipped and is worth the extra money to get climate control and the like. Great design, fantastic build and excellent to drive. Also totally reliable. The complete opposite of its predecessor (Toyota Yaris) in every respect.

Robert, Dorset on the Honda Jazz

I am on my second Jazz, the first time I have bought a second car. Local use or trips to Scotland from Dorset - a doddle. Next replacement - yes - a Jazz.

Keith, Staffordshire on the Honda Jazz

Bought new 2007. I had 3 of the old style Civics previously. No problems with the car it does what it says on the tin. 1.2 engine not very powerful but hey what can you expect from a car that achieves 64/65 miles per gallon on a run and over 50 miles per gallon overall. I would recommend this car to anyone.

Arthur, Renfrewshire on the Honda CR-V

I’ve had this car for nearly 2 years and overall it has been a happy experience. The handling on this vehicle is excellent, much more car like than most 4x4’s. I read a comment about the performance from the petrol/auto combination and can only conclude that the author must have been carrying lead bars as it is more than adequate for all situations. My previous cars include a Volvo V70 R and a BMW 750i and whilst it clearly doesn’t match these 2 it has never been found wanting. My only criticism is that the interior plastics could be of a higher standard, they are relatively hard and cheap to the touch.

Paul, Warwickshire on the Honda CR-V

Now 11 months old with 80000mls on the clock. No complaints at all except perhaps the position of the odd control button or two. One observation however... The engine is very sensitive to different makes of diesel. This sounds odd, but through experience I have found that certain makes of fuel can lower mpg by up to 20%. Engine noise also varies according to fuel, especially at low revs. I have spoken to other CR-V owners, and they agree with my observations... So shop around and see which compromise you prefer. My car is returning an average over 11 months of 43 mpg... not bad for mostly short trips in city. I would recommend the CR-V without reservation.

Marilyn, England on the Honda Jazz

I have the diesel engine version which is pretty noisy on starting and takes about 5 miles to get going. As I only do about 10 miles a day this is a big draw back. The children like it however and they call it the jazz mobile.

Nearchos, Scotland on the Honda FR-V

A magnificent car. The 1.8l engine is a little underpowered but auto-gearbox copes pretty well. Will do a 6.8l/100 km at 105km/h on the highway, but in town consumption suffers. Ample space for kids, baggage and most household transportation. Could even fit a 2.5m garden umbrella box with the rear seats dropped. An excellent space management for Honda. Would have been the perfect car had it been fitted with a 1.8l diesel.

Ifty, London on the Honda Civic

Have had the beauty for 24hrs and am REALLY happy with it. ; )) My only complaint is no rear wiper.

Simon, Flintshire on the Honda S2000

I haven’t stopped smiling since I got it. It makes a fantastic noise when revved passed 6000 rpm and goes like hell in in first 4 gears. After that you’ve usually run out of road!! 12 months old & I haven’t had a spanner on it, no rattles or loose trim. Low 30’s possible when driven normally on A roads, 28 when pushed, which is acceptable. Everyone should own one once. Its the best fun outside the bedroom you will ever have.

Daniel, Cheshire on the Honda Jazz

Excellent car, out-classes all of it’s rivals. A brillant supermini, featuring fold flat rear seats for clever storage solution. Great on the motorway, quiet and acceleration is fantastic. Residuals are great too.

Craig, County Down on the Honda Civic

The Honda Civic is a beautifully built car. This is the most attractive hatchback on the market. The Civic could easily be used in Sci-Fi films, such is its space-age appearance. I chose the 1.8 for the better performance that it offers. The 1.4 is rather weak. Honda have build the interior well with lots of space for legs and shoulders. The build quality is were the Civic really stands head and shoulders above its rivals - everything is beautiful and this helps give the car an extremely refined look. The Civic is great value for money and economical to run.

Guy, Scotland on the Honda CR-V

Best SUV on the market. I’d have to say that the CR-V really belongs on-road. Everything about the CR-V is well laid out and I really like this as I’d class myself as a neat and orderly and it makes me feel really comfortable and at ease when driving. Honda have made a really safe and handsome car that is reasonably priced.

Michael, Durham on the Honda Legend

I’ve recently looked at buying one of these and whilst I still think it’s a great looking car and I’m still a fan of Honda, there are a lot more cars out there that are cheaper to run and have a little more oomf to them for the same price. Not for me.

Steve, Lancashire on the Honda S2000

This is an amazing little car when you consider what you’re getting for the money and it really can go. Fabulous fun to drive and not as bad on fuel as I expected (mid 20’s) but make sure you keep your eye on the oil. An understated little belter of a car, that is as reliable as it is fast!

Marc, Middlesex on the Honda Accord Saloon

Had this car for three months now. Good points Ride is excellent Quiet as a mouse with a refined petrol engine Interior is luxurious Good stereo and lots of toys Bad points A little cramped in the back Some interior finishes not up to standard A little road roar on some surfaces Would have like bluetooth as standard (got it as extra) Overall, this is a great car, but is let down by some below par quality finishing in the interior and reduced room in the back.

Jennifer, Vale of Glamorgan on the Honda Jazz

This is quite simply a wonderful car - it was Japan's 2002 Car of the Year and I can see why. The driving position is excellent; the interior is well constructed with everything where you would expect it. One thing that pleased and surprised me was the generous amount of loading space once the back seats had been lowered, carrying flat-pack furniture was not something that I thought would be possible when I purchased the Jazz but it has proven remarkably adept in this area. I wanted long-term reliability from my new car - reports suggested that this is exactly what the Jazz would give me and that it has done. This is a well constructed, green and stylish car.

John, Suffolk on the Honda Jazz

Best car I ever owned, beats my previous Volvo 440 hands down. It took 3 adults and myself as driver on a journey through France just after I purchased it; with four cases in boot. We averaged 48.5 MPH over 1,875 miles. Amazing around town; about 46 mph, on longer journeys with two we average 49.2 mph... Its upright seating is extremely comfortable which means I can drive further without have to get out and stretch my poor old legs. If the Jazz has a downside it’s a harder ride than my old Volvo. Finally, it will be my car of choice for years to come.

Arthur, England on the Honda Civic

This is my wife’s company car, thank goodness. If we’d bought this I’d be really hacked off. I think this is a seriously flawed car, and potentially dangerous. As follows: general visibility awful and rear visibility appalling (I know some one who had to change their route to work as he couldn’t see to pull out at a junction!), not helped by no wiper to remove rain on the daft rear screen, very harsh ride and noisy too, poor access as people including myself/wife keep banging heads getting in, can’t get 47 mpg. Over 20k miles on all types of route (54 advertised), poor boot space, air con very noisy and complicated. The good points: very torquey engine minimises gear changes and gives good acceleration. Overall I wouldn’t touch one again and recommend a very long test drive to weigh up if it suits you. Goodness knows what the design team was thinking of when this was approved!

Pat, County Down on the Honda CR-V

This is a car that’s very hard to fault, Yes the Tiguan, Kuga etc., is better looking and the Freelander wins off road but for everyday use ( Shopping, School run, Family days out etc...) the crv makes the most sense!! Its got the huge and practical cabin to hold all your parifinalia and has got the power to a our huge caravan no matter how big the hills are. Its also got the most room inside for all of these small urban SUVs and it has all the others trumped for build quality and reliability because its a HONDA!! I looked at all the sensible alternatives and the Jeep car that came close was the Peugeot 4007 2.2 HDI GT. Only reason I didnt buy the 4007 was because you cannot fault a Honda for reliability. The 4007 was really quick (0-60Mph, 9.7 Seconds) and felt more refined/ car like to drive but you cannot beat A Honda!

Den, London on the Honda Civic

Had my civic for just over a year and on first glance the car was very good but as you drive it more and more you find its faults as listed below; * suspension is loud and unrefined (problem with bump stops) * Some annoying rattles on dash * hands free microphone inadequate * THE MOST IMPORTANT ONE BEING THAT THE 2.2TD HAS A FAULTY CLUTCH WHICH CANNOT HANDLE THE TORQUE OF THE ENGINE FROM 2000 TO 4000 RPM AND WILL SLIP ON MOST. HONDA WILL NOT ACCEPT THIS AND SO YOU COULD BE CHARGED UP TO £1500 FOR A REPAIR. PLEASE SEE THE CIVINFO WEBSITE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS Because of this I have now sold my civic, hope this helps anyone thinking of buying a diesel civic

Victoria, Cheshire on the Honda Civic

I have owned the Honda Civic for 3 years now and it has not had one fault in all this time. The main dealers are all brilliant to deal with which is a refreshing change.

Bill, Warwickshire on the Honda Jazz

Where to start? the fuel consumption 42 mpg for a non urban daily journey, the grinding noises ("it’s the tyres sir") the days of wasted effort trying to get stuff fixed, the jiggly suspension, the frankly terrifying steering (don’t EVER expect it to steer straight ahead) the tappet clatter on start up (at least this is very nostalgic - it reminds me of a thirty year old Triumph 650) the switchgear it took four attempts to get fixed. Very nondescript. Strange white blooms on the paintwork. GOOD POINTS: Friendly garages (pleasant to talk to while you are waiting for an hour or two) very clever internal layout, nothing else has failed. Paddle shift was very useful in the recent snow. Overall...where is the number of that VW dealer??

Peter, Derbyshire on the Honda Civic

I’ll keep this short... On the plus sides, great trick seating.. boot space very good, handles superb and looks stunning... Now on the down side... We bought the car from a Honda main dealer in Derby for £10,300 last August (2009). It was a Honda Civic 2.2 diesel, full history, 49,500 miles and basically in mint condition. Now, 4k later, it’s required... 2 new tyres, wiper arms and motor, driver’s side mirror as it packed up, cruise control solaniod, reversing sensor and rear bulbs. But most of all it needs a new clutch. This isn’t a gripe at the car because we love it to bits but its reliabilty and customer service need to be looked at for sure. For instance, even though the car’s still under warranty, Lookers in Derby still want us to pay for the clutch!!!! £1200 after 4000 miles!

John , Stirlingshire on the Honda Jazz

I have had this car since Sept 2006 [my second one] and it has never let me down. It now has 37,000 miles on the clock and so far all I’ve replaced is the two front tyres and the windscreen wipers. I easily get 45 MPG . It’s amazing what you can get into the back with seats folded flat. My only complaints are dear servicing, no engine temperature gauge [you get blue and red symbols to let you know if the engine’s cold or hot] and a space saver wheel. Also the car isn’t the quickest. Apart from that it’s great.

Finbar, County Armagh on the Honda FR-V

I bought this car for my ex-wife and 4 children. The engine seized with NO WARNING; there is no oil level warning light in this car. Honda deny all responsibility they say it’s in the manual to check every 600 miles, yep, in a manual almost 700 pages long with no emphasis from the manual, dealer nor at service. Even my 12 year old Corsa had an oil level warning system. The oil pressure gauge in this vehicle comes on when the damage is done. "THE POWER OR DREAMS??" - MORE LIKE "THE STUFF OF NIGHTMARES" £17,000 DOWN THE TUBES!

Al, Norfolk on the Honda Civic

n the plus side: This car is fantastic to drive, pulls from nowhere, handles well even though it is always fully loaded up. Returns 44mpg, had 50mpg once after doing 70mph along the motorway. Feathering the accelerator helps and not attacking gradients. Love the fact that the headlights behind are lost in the middle of the rear spoiler. I do 3-4000 miles per month and have never have any posture problems. Down side: My car has done 67,000, (30000since July) and has just had a new clutch, brake disks and pads all round at 44,000. Now new tyres, and is in for a new rear wheel bearing this week. Its been costly but fun!!

James, Warwickshire on the Honda S2000

If, two years ago, you had asked me what my best ever purchase was I would have waxed lyrical about my superb espresso machine. The delicious blends, the excellent crema, the wonderful aromas but most importantly, its magnificent ability to wake me up in the morning. However, two years ago I made what is now the best purchase of my life; forget caffeine, all you need to wake yourself up in the morning is a Honda S2000! The S2000 looks sleek, sexy and sophisticated and that is because it is. The feeling as you slip into the cockpit is of a snug rocket ship, which is in fact, what it is. The acceleration is electric and as you zoom past 6000 rpm and the VTEC kicks in, the feeling is like being shot in the groin with a taser, if that is a brilliant feeling? The S2000 is responsive and exhilarating in every one of its gears and feels as though you are glued to the road at all times. There is hardly any roll in the corners and at every point it feels composed and secure. I have really pushed the boundaries in this car and I have never been disappointed. As for the practicality, one has to remember it is a sports car; lets face it, it won’t be much help when you are moving house. Also, if you are planning to go on holiday, it had better be to a naturist retreat where you won’t require clothes, because any more than a small case will be a struggle. But before I make it sound like the boot space is non-existent, golf fans, you will be pleased to hear that your clubs will fit! If I were to leave you with one thought it would be this: I still smile when I drive it, I still stare at it as I walk to and from it in the carpark, and I still miss it when I am not driving it. As I said, the S2000 is the best purchase of my life.

Darren, Shropshire on the Honda Accord Saloon

Absolute brilliant car. The 2.4 Type S is the same engine as the Civic Type R so it is a wolf in sheep’s clothing but with the comfort of an executive car. It’s just coming up to 3 years old now and never had a problem. Looking at upgrading to the new model but only because I want what’s new.

Greg, Essex on the Honda Accord Saloon

Great car to drive, gutsy power when needed and so smooth and quiet. I really enjoy long distance journeys in this car because it is so comfortable and the handling is very responsive - more like gliding than driving. Not the cheapest car to run but certainly not the worst and Honda are a very trustworthy make. Good size boot but it would be nice to have a touch more space in the back seat although I wouldn’t go so far as to say it feels cramped for adult passengers, maybe just snug.

Helen, London on the Honda Civic

I’ve been running the hybrid now for almost 2 years and so far so good. I live in London and this has meant that I have never had to pay a penny towards the London Congestion Charge, the CO2 emissions of the hybrid are only 109g/km. The car is also means low company car tax. I get around 55 - 60 miles to the gallon (my daily journey involves a lot of stopping and starting which is great for recharging the battery but not great for fuel economy...). There are a few flaws - the brakes are too heavy, the engine sometimes sounds strained. This is why I can only give the hybrid 4 stars but any new technology will have its teething problems and I am prepared to accept this. I will continue to go for the greener option when getting a new car and would be happy to first see what new offerings Honda have before looking elsewhere.

Nick, Newport on the Honda Civic

I’ve done over 27,000 miles in my new Civic and I have to say I still love every mile I do. Everyone says it’s gorgeous, both inside and out. All the gadgets are great fun and the driving experience is close to that of a journey on futuristic space craft. Aside from the great things, like the super fuel economy (I once managed 51 mpg for a few weeks), and the sci-fi interior, it does have issues. I have the ’automatic’ version, which is anything but. The i-SHIFT gear system is absolutely infuriating and even Honda garages acknowledge that it’s extremely ’difficult’ to drive. I say it’s a BAD gear box, not a difficult car to drive. I’ve had two previous automatics, both Honda, and they were a dream compared to the new Civic. The car often insists on going into 6th gear at the worst possible moments. And I’ve had numerous near misses running out of drive whilst pulling out from junctions finding the car would not come out of first gear. Over-revving warning lights were never meant to be used so much! Still, the thing is, this car is so good, I really don’t care about the gearbox issues. There’s a great paddle shift system for manual operation and it gets me out of any tight spot. It comes with all the gadgets as standard, and even two years after buying I think my motor is still the coolest car on the road.

Keith, Swansea on the Honda Civic

I have only had my car a few weeks but i love it, its great to drive plenty of leg room, two things i have a issue with is no back wiper, and no spare wheel other wise you can’t fault it.

Mary, Scotland on the Honda Civic

Lovely to look at, great dashboard and gadgets are cool! Really nice to drive and responsive, however, required rear suspension replacing 6/12 out of the show room resulting in front tyres replacing at <9000miles and rear brake pads and discs at 14,000, (no warning signs on instrument panel). Petrol cap keeps sticking, requiring return visits to the workshop. I am disappointed at the reliability.

Graham, Cheshire on the Honda Jazz

Brilliant car, cheap to run. Has returned 48mpg over a combination of 5 - 10 mile daily trips and monthly 500 mile motorway journeys totalling 38.000 miles over 30 months. Nothing has broken, never failed to start and it even cleans up well after a couple of weeks of my 18 month old son daubing various unnamed substances all over the rear seats. It has been suggested that I upgrade to a bigger car next year with more comfort for rear passengers - a Civic perhaps - but with fuel prices the way they are 68mpg from the new model Jazz sounds very attractive.

Adrian, Berkshire on the Honda CR-V

This is my second Honda but first CR-V. I decided on a diesel and CR-V having read many of the reviews on this and other sites. It was a fairly high mileage example and was not cheap having the leather upholstery, but the body work and interior was in very good condition. I’m afraid I don’t like the look of the new version. I find it a quiet car, particularly on motorways with plenty of power for normal driving. All the controls fall easily to hand and the handling on winding roads perfectly acceptable with plenty of interior space although I agree it is very "plasticy". The only downside is on the front passenger foot well where it is not possible for an average height person to sit normally with their legs out and heels resting on the carpet, an intrusion onto the well forces anybody but the smallest to bend their knees and keep their feet flat on the floor. So far I get reasonable fuel consumption and am perfectly happy with the car although am about to have the clutch master cylinder replaced as it squeaks like mad. My dealer informs me this is a known problem.

Nicola , Berwickshire on the Honda Jazz

Great car, well worth the money . Fuel is a lot cheaper than my old car. It is good for room in the boot and smooth running.

Paul, County Down on the Honda Civic

I have owned a Civic Type R now for three and a half years, and I can safely say without any shadow of a doubt that it is by far the beast car I have ever owned. I get the same thrill driving down country lanes now as I did when I first brought the car. The road holding is absolutely superb, no matter now hard you push the car into a corner it just cries out for more. The six speed gear box means fuel consumption is very good at normal drive speeds giving a respectable 32-34 mpg. Reliability has been second to none with faultless motoring all the way. It is still as taught as the day it left the showroom. Inside there are no squeaks or rattles you would get in some other cars of a similar age, yet again a true example of Honda’s brilliant build quality. The Type R is a car that a person can have even if you are married and need extra family space during the week and still want to have a bit of fun driving at weekends or to take to a track day. The Type R has been at the top of the pile among the hot hatches now for quite some time and shows no sign of letting its crown slip into the hands of the GTI, ST, AND RS’s of this world. And with 2001 models on the market now at sensible money its makes a good fun weekend car too.

Wade, Nottinghamshire on the Honda FR-V

Since buying the 2.0 litre FR-V the only bad thing I can say is the fuel consumption is a bit high but we love the fact that we get all our family in with loads of room for luggage in the back. Even more impressive is the great backup service we get from our Honda dealer and the warranty covered up to 90,000 miles.

Philip, Dorset on the Honda S2000

This is just the most fun to drive and gives a very smooth and comfortable drive around town, but when on the open road it really comes into its own, which lets face it is the reason you buy a sportscar. This little beauty can shift and then some!! I’ve previously owned a Mazda MX-5 but this car has more guts to it and a little more style. If you need to ask about fuel consumption though don’t even look at one!

David, Somerset on the Honda Accord Tourer

Having owned several Honda cars over the years and always being very happy with them, when the time came to move to an estate car I had no hesitation in choosing Honda again. The Accord Tourer is very well built and has managed to offer the premium amount of space possible in a car of its size. The engine runs super smooth and for a diesel is extremely quiet. All good stuff, however, the hulking dashboard and thick pillars mean that visibility is impared at times, even with a fully adjustable drivers seat you do feel that you have to strain your neck at times to see what’s going on. For this reason the wife just plain refuses to drive it. I have got used to driving like this but because of the poor visibility and not too cheap running costs, I think I will be straying out of my Honda comfort zone when the time comes to choose a new estate car.

Oliver, Northumberland on the Honda FR-V

Big, solid car that is very enjoyble to drive and bought used (like mine) very affordable. Very good running costs as well. Nice cabin, everything laid out really well and the interior is very comfortable throughout. The wife loves it, kids love it. Not overly powerful but plenty for our needs so no complaints there. Really pleased I chose this for our family car, fits the bill very nicely indeed.

Charles , England on the Honda Accord Saloon

No review submitted.

Marc, Bedfordshire on the Honda Jazz

Superb, practical car. Gearbox bearing failure must be related to how one drives. Mine got noisy at 120,000 or so and the bearings were replaced then. The car has now done over 150,000 miles, returns 44mpg and has required no other work apart from normal service items. OK, so it’s not the fastest, the ride’s a bit bouncy and the low profile tyres are easily punctured but reliability and practicality are second to none.

Ian, Suffolk on the Honda Jazz

When the new model Jazz came along in 2009, I tried the i-shift version. I had never realised that a gearbox could be so bad, and I told them. I still use the CVT, despite two letters asking if I would sell it back to the dealers (what could I replace it with?) Since it keeps going, I’ll wait until Honda comes to its collective senses (and I don’t fancy the extra weight and complication of a hybrid).

Helen, Lancashire on the Honda Civic

Car looks great and has some good gadgets - I like the radio volume going up and down depending on speed of car. However, very poor visibility all round, poor acceleration and very noisy, hard ride and dreadful in recent snow. I had to abandon while other cars were managing to get up a slight hill. Would not recommend.

Derek, England on the Honda Accord Saloon

Had my accord now for nearly 5 years, very happy with it, looks great after I added 18" alloys, with Michelin sport low pro tyres. I was disappointed when it went in for a service to be told I needed new rear pads AND discs, after only 20,000 miles. Still, nothing else has gone wrong, I treat my Accord very carefully and drive my wife’s Honda Jazz most of the time in town. I have an in built Honda sat nav and also a sunroof which I enjoy. I feel this car is very reliable at all times. The rear pads and discs has been the the only thing that has needed attention in five years, so I am happy with that.

Steve, Hampshire on the Honda Accord Saloon

Ran this car for 3 years and found it good value, economical, but a bit lacking in soul! The engine was responsive and quick enough with a nice linear power delivery but still sounded like a diesel despite all the hype. Averaged 42-45 MPG, slightly disappointing but not bad considering my driving style and I found switching off the powerful aircon worth at least 2-3MPG on a long run. Had a problem with smoking on start up that was never fully resolved. If left to stand for more than a day used to emit a large puff of white smoke on start up. Suspect this was down to an oil seal in the engine but Honda never got that far into the investigation before I handed the car back. It used a couple of litres of oil between services which may have pointed to the problem although this was considered acceptable. The other issue I had was with the paint quality that was easily marked and small scratches were noticeable especially as my dark blue colour seemed quite thin which uncovered the undercoat. That said the car was 100% reliable over 70000 miles, had an excellent driving position, comfortable seats, was roomy enough for my family and well equipped with Sat-Nav, Sunroof, Leather Trim and in dash CD Changer. It handled well and was not too bad on tyres 20K for the fronts and 40K for the rears although the fronts did wear prematurely on the inside. The ride was very inconsistent sometimes good but never settled properly on the motorway. I suspect this was due to the 17" alloys fitted that greatly improve the looks but I suspect most of the development by Honda was done on the standard 16" wheels. That said the ride and handling were also noticeably better on the replacement Dunlop tyres compared with the original Bridgestone’s. All in all a stylish and reliable car with some niggly faults.

beefy39, Kent on the Honda FR-V

After only 45,000 miles my clutch has packed up, repair bill £900,00 plus, which obviously leaves one out of pocket. Quite a disappointment considering Honda’s reputation.

Sally, Surrey on the Honda Jazz

I’ve had this car from new and it has been the best car I’ve ever owned. It’s been totally reliable and I still enjoy driving it after all this time. I will be looking to change my car soon and will have no hesitation heading straight for my local Honda dealer and getting another Jazz. Brilliant car, loads of space for size of the car and very capable over short and very long (France and back) journeys.

James, Torfaen on the Honda Civic

This is precisely what a car should be - well constructed and completely reliable. The variant that I chose was the 1.6, perfect as a small family car, frugal and a very comfortable ride with plenty of head and leg room. The amount of storage space is a real highlight with a roomy boot and fold down rear seats when extra space is required. The cabin controls are well ordered and easy to find and use. What makes the Honda Civic such a good car? Reliability and attention to detail. 5 out of 5.

Sheila, Berkshire on the Honda Jazz

I have always been extremely happy with my Jazz, particularly with the space and fuel economy. I was disappointed however to have the rear wheel bearings replaced at 35K miles at a cost of £400. Not something I was expecting so early in my car’s life. I understand this is not uncommon having looked at the internet.

Alister, Bedfordshire on the Honda Accord Tourer

This is one of the best cars I have owned, but perhaps not the most inspiring. It’s a big car for a 2 litre motor and true to Honda form, you have to rev it if you want to overtake or take off quickly. It is economical, quiet and comfortable and has all the bells and whistles. So far, it’s been totally reliable and the only deterioration in finish has been the alloys which have corroded quite badly. Highly recommended.

James, Fife and Kinross Shires on the Honda Jazz

Car is easy to drive and has been trouble free for 4 and a half years. Full Honda service history. Car bought from new, service costs can be high. Just touched 55000miles without any major repair, only brakes [second set all round only 50% worn], tyres etc. [15000mls front replacement]. Only gains 2 stars as gearbox bearings have failed at 55k so you can imagine the cost of repair. Ensure you take out a warranty after the manufacturers warranty ends. Awaiting reply from Honda UK as I believe this should not have happened. Won’t hold my breath but I will raise the star rating if Honda assist and keep my custom. The new Jazz looks good but if build quality is in question what will the future costs be?

Chris, Shropshire on the Honda Jazz

I’ve had Honda cars before and thought I was downsizing to a Jazz, but it’s a lot bigger inside than people think. Can get two sets of golf clubs with two folding trollies and holiday luggage for two in the boot without folding seats down. Normally get about 55mpg commuting 25 miles each way to work, and about 45mpg around town. Smooth engine with torque coming in low down in rpm range, tractable and easy to drive without having to change gear too often, the gearchange is light and direct. Easy to park with very small turning circle and light steering for parking, but stiffens up as speed rises, fairly quiet ride (depends on tyres fitted) and can hold conversation easily at 70mph.

Chris, Shropshire on the Honda Jazz

Marilyn Burford, England Honda Jazz 2007. I have the diesel engine version which is pretty noisy on starting and takes about 5 miles to get going. As I only do about 10 miles a day this is a big draw back. The children like it however and they call it the jazz mobile. I don’t know what car you are driving Marilyn but Honda have never sold a Jazz with a diesel engine - your two star rating for a non-existant model has prevented the Jazz getting an average of 5 stars in this forum - well done.

Mark, Essex on the Honda Accord Saloon

Without doubt the best car we have had, very responsive petrol engine with good fuel economy, fautless reliability and good interior. Although a tiny bit cramped in the back. We will be looking to get another when the time comes.

Sajid, Lancashire on the Honda Jazz

I bought the jazz from the local Honda dealer, I have been very impressed with the Jazz. For me the clincher were the back seats - that is the base of the seats can be raised up, the amount of interior space is more like a class above, my previous car was an Astra 94 model and the boot space was very similar to the Astra but the jazz is a lot smaller outside. People sitting in the jazz for the first time comment on how much room there is. Running costs, road tax £120, insurance group 3 and petrol costs are very low. Making visits to the petrol station less frequent than the previous car. The Jazz has idsi petrol engine with vvt the engine uses 8 spark plugs, this results in 50mpg, the same economy as a 1.0 litre but the performance of a 1.4. The petrol tank has been moved forward instead of the rear which frees up load space. Equipment wise the jazz is very comprehensive, ac electric windows all round electric sunroof, cd player, alloy wheels all of these enhances the drivers enjoyment. The only negative is the ride its bit harsh on poor roads, and tyre noise is loud too but this is due to my car being one of the early model, and i have changed the tyres to Nexen tyres these are a lot better then the Yokoma which were on before. I had a courtesy car from the Honda dealer a jazz 08 and the ride was a lot better, engine performance wise i go for the 1.4 anytime, as its ideal for cruising on the motorway. For servicing costs I pay into a servicing plan monthly, a reasonable £15 per month, to which all the consumable items and labour are covered which to me is a good deal. If i did not pay into the plan I would have been paying up to £450 so its best to enrol into the service plan, another aspect of Jazz ownership is that it holds its resale value very well.

Lex, Middlesex on the Honda Jazz

Very economical, very roomy and practical. A/C failed after 49,000 miles. Also this has 8 spark plugs, local garage (not Honda) did not know, eventually burnt out the 2 coils....... Costly, but a brilliant car. Sold after 5 years for 1/2 of new cost.

Ken, Cheshire on the Honda Jazz

This was my wife’s company car until very recently when she purchased it from the company! The car is now five years old and other than routine servicing has only ever had tyres, wiper blades etc. It has sailed through its two MOTs and has never failed to start on first turn of the key. Fuel consumption is approximately 50mpg and on the motorway will cruise no problem at 70 all day. I sometimes have to check the rev counter at traffic lights etc to see if the engine is still going as it is that quiet.The bodywork keeps remarkably well and looks as good as new after a visit to the local hand car wash. Interior is extremely spacious given the exterior dimensions and the general interior feel is quality without being luxurious.We have enjoyed our "little Jazz" and my wife treats it as one of the family its that dependable. Finally my company car is a brand new Golf TDI 170 bhp which on the motorway is exceptional, but when I am going out locally I still find myself reaching for the Honda keys knowing I will come back smiling (all of you Jazz owners know what I mean).

Lynn, England on the Honda HR-V

There is a fault with the start clutch on the gearbox of the Honda HR-V which means it needs replacing in under 10 years. If you have a model before 2002 it is covered with a 10 year warranty but after 2002 for only 7 years.

Aaron, England on the Honda Stream

Great driving experience, very easy to use. Nice if you don’t want a massive vehicle just to transport the kids on short (school run) journeys. The engine is whisper smooth and very reliable. Would have preferred to buy diesel if Honda made one in this - that then would have ticked all the boxes. Not a lot of boot storage for long trips, but that’s not really why we bought this. There’s enough space for the weekly shopping trips, even with the kids in tow. Friend has a Zafira and although may be slightly more roomy, and flexible he has had problems with it. I’d rather have something which is miles more reliable and much easier to drive. Less boring than a Zafira too, these Stream’s are quite rare so hold their value well.

John, Middlesex on the Honda Jazz

I bought a 2002 Jazz from autotrader 1 year ago. I’m very pleased with my purchase, even though EGR valve failed shortly after I bought it and I have had to replace a driver door lock which seized solid, both common faults in a second hand jazz I understand. These problems aside I do not contemplate too many more. It drives very well and is very well equipped. It has more than enough space for 4 adults and averages 48 miles to the gallon. I have to take into account that I paid only £2600 for a very good car, which should now prove a reliable runaround for my rather tall kids.

Lindsay, Scotland on the Honda Civic

I bought my car in Dec 2002 new after my test drive, I thought the gear lever was amazing for my frozen shoulder. Had owned 5 Toyota’s before so expected good reliability from a Japanese maker, although my first Honda. Very impressed. Have had about 7 years faultless, no problem ownership. Car is spacious inside, dealt with 35 mile morning school run with 4 passengers including 3 leggy teenage boys in back with no problem and all their school bags and musical instruments. Very much aided by no transmission tunnel. (Why have Honda changed this?) Still love driving my car and at only 57,000 miles on the clock might just keep her for a while yet. My husband has Toyota Yaris (05) and the build quality is nothing like my Honda. Will definitely look at Honda again when I have to say goodbye.

Karen, Inverness-shire on the Honda Logo

Had my Honda logo for 2years, what a gem, only had 2 new tyres. Very economical, fast, bags of room, would certainly recommend.

Ray, Cheshire on the Honda Civic

Great car. Well made. No problems. Only gripe is NO acceleration.

Paul, Northumberland on the Honda Logo

We have owned the car for 5 years and it has only had a new battery and 2 tyres in all that time - superb car!

Rohit, Leicestershire on the Honda Civic

Very difficult to get original parts and very expensive Also most parts have to be original Honda parts. Honda dealers are big headed in Leicester.

John, Scotland on the Honda Logo

Prompted to write a brief review when I read the one which said this model was rubbish. We’ve had our Logo from new in 2000 and had not one bit of trouble from it in 9 years. It is deceptively spacious with plenty of leg and headroom, and has air conditioning, power steering etc. which back then was unusual for a small car. Very comfortable on long journeys and economic on fuel. We usually replace our car every few years or so but not felt the need to change this one. Based on our experience, this is a great car.

Zoli, Cardiff on the Honda HR-V

I have had some Land Rovers before. I have a mile long, non covered road to my house. With light offroad tyres it’s the same performance as in much bigger (and unfortunately heavier) jeeps. It’s just a question of physics and traction, not trade-marks and names.

Lorella, England on the Honda Shuttle

The car on the YouTube video is MY Honda Shuttle. I released the video 2 years ago. Now my car has 130,000 km and I regret that I have to sell it. It was a wonderful ride for 12 years. I’m writing from Swiss, please forgive me for my English.

Suleman, Middlesex on the Honda Civic

No review submitted.

Fsrdry, London on the Honda Jazz

No review submitted

David, Durham on the Honda Civic

Very reliable family car, easy and enjoyable to drive and offers all the space you need, my only grumble is no rear window wiper, but all in all I’m very pleased with it.

Marnie, Ceredigionshire on the Honda Jazz

This is a brilliantly versatile little car. I love the way I can fold both the back and the passenger seat flat for storage space, it’s inexpensive to run and to insure and I think looks really smart. I really like the wide windscreen too, makes me realise how poor visibility was in my previous car (Matiz). Really nippy around town although I must admit I’ve not been on a long journey in it yet so will see how she does when I go to Cornwall next month.

Ken, Cumbria on the Honda CR-V

Very comfortable car and extremely enjoyable to drive, the engine is very quiet for a diesel, just like they say, and fuel consumption so far is good for an engine of this size. Not had it for long so we’ll see how it goes but confident it will continue to please.

Asim, Warwickshire on the Honda Civic

Performance, handling, economy, style, reliabilty - all 5 out of 5 from me. I am delighted with my choice and will be looking at the new Civic hybrid when the time comes to trade in my existing model.

Tom, Lancashire on the Honda CR-V

This is my second CRV, and again Honda have done an excellent job, smooth ride, quite economical and plenty of space. Only downside I can see so far is that the interior is still a bit plasticy!!

Mike, Gloucestershire on the Honda CR-V

This is our second CRV and we are very pleased with it so far, only had it for 4 days. Like the speech commands system and the handsfree for the phone. Love the shape as well, and hope it proves more economical than our previous petrol model.

William, Fife and Kinross Shires on the Honda CR-V

Very pleased with this car. Used as towcar for caravan. Powerful and stable with good fuel consumption. Reversing camera brilliant for hitching up caravan. Voice control satnav/radio is a bit gimicky, most functions will never be used. Seating comfortable and nicely elevated. Bags of room especially in the boot, although shelf can’t be folded in half when tonneau cover fitted.

Geraint, Ceredigion on the Honda Shuttle

I’ve had this car for 7 years now and am now looking to replace it. I have to say it has done brilliantly and has given me reliability and fuss free driving, however, I feel MPV’s have come on a bit since the Shuttle and after test driving a few (Vauxhall, Nissan) you realise how low the driving position is and that the mpg is a lot lower than others now available on the market. All in all though it’s been a very good family car and I certainly don’t regret buying it.

Craig, Durham on the Honda Logo

Don’t buy cars out of the local rag. Don’t fall for the fact there aren’t many around - there’s a reason! DON’T buy this car, it’s a complete bucket!!

Tariq, Durham on the Honda Civic

Great looking, fantastic engine, great economy ( 55+ miles to the gallon ). Great car!!!! Highly recommended.

Boyd, Hampshire on the Honda NSX

I love this car, it has everything you could ever want, looks, performance and more fun than you can shake a stick at. The interior is more than comfortable and and once you’re behind the wheel it’s a wrench to get back out. This is a car I’ve lusted after for a long time and it does not disappoint.

Brian, Norfolk on the Honda Jazz

After one year of ownership, this really is a great little car. After changing from a Passat Estate I had expected to have to make a lot of compromises, it may be smaller but the adaptability and quality more than make up for that. Don’t waste time, buy one now!

Joanne, Herefordshire on the Honda CR-V

This is the most comfortable 4x4 in the UK! Visibility is great and there is ample space for both my family and any luggage we need to carry. I feel extremely safe in the CR-V and the reliability has so far not been called into question. I firmly believe that the CR-V is the best in its class and perfect for families of all sizes.

John, Durham on the Honda Accord Saloon

More expensive than a lot of other mainstream family cars, but an excellent drive with lots of space. Nice car.

William, Norfolk on the Honda HR-V

Whilst aimed at the 4x4 market, I was aware before I bought my second hand 2004 HR-V that it’s strongest points don’t lie off road, however, as a family car with plenty of space for 3 children and a very comfortable drive it really does rate up there.

Hugo, Lancashire on the Honda FR-V

This is an excellent MPV from Honda, it is practical, comfortable and feels almost nippy to drive. We like the 3 x 3 seating and the kids often fight over who get to sit up front. The only thing I’d mark it down for is fuel consumption, which isn’t bad at all but there is definately room for improvement. Good all round car.

Trevor, Norfolk on the Honda Stream

I like the fact that there aren’t many of these about so you won’t see one every 5 mins like other MPVs. A six seater, it has ample leg and head room and is very comfortable to travel in as well as drive. The rear seats fold down to give a really good boot size when not in use, but the boot is a bit stingy when the seats are up. Other than that I have no complaints.

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