Simon Posted April 3, 2020 Share Posted April 3, 2020 Hi everyone I am mainly here as I have never ever driven a Honda before apart from a test drive on an auto 1.6 diesel SR about 2 months ago which I liked. I am currently looking at a year old Civic saloon 1.6 diesel SR. I was wondering if anyone had one, any thoughts, real world mpg and anything else you could think of that may help advise me before I buy one! I currently drive a BMW 118d sport automatic 5 door so that’s what I am transferring from. My reasoning for looking at this car is reliability, running costs, practicality (future proofing for a potential family), warranty due to age and I actually like the look of the car. Thanks Simon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Posted April 6, 2020 Share Posted April 6, 2020 Hi Simon....welcome to the forum The Civic will be miles apart from the BMW in so many ways but it is a difference that is positive especially with the future proofing, reliability, etc. I don't think you'll be disappointed but maybe worth driving a few first just to make sure you like it or even look at the CRV as a potential....an absolutely fine vehicle for every situation and I couldn't think of a better family vehicle that delivers such a superb mpg, comfort and reliability Let us know how you get on and when you get a Honda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted April 6, 2020 Author Share Posted April 6, 2020 I love the look of the saloon in SR spec and I have a potential deal on a polished metal one. I will certainly test drive one beforehand - does anyone have a saloon diesel and have any sort of owner review? What sort of real-world mpg are you getting? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pompey Andy Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 Hi Simon, I agree with Trevor try the CRV great family car for young and older children. Loads of room, all the gadgets and very reliable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted April 7, 2020 Author Share Posted April 7, 2020 What sort of real world mpg should I expect from the CRV? The only one I would buy is the 1.6 diesel 120 bhp. Would people buy an extended Honda warranty if getting a used one (e.g a 66 plate) or would you be pretty confident of no real problems? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Posted April 7, 2020 Share Posted April 7, 2020 I don't think the extended warranty is really needed as the CRV is a very reliable vehicle but it is always good to have for peace of mind. The 2.2 CDTi when driven conservatively can achieve around 45 mpg and for a vehicle of this size thats pretty good. Not sure of the 1.6 diesel though, but should be too far behind the 2.2 and also more suitable for shorter journeys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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