subcompact front-drive Civics again came in three body styles: 2-door notchback coupe, 2-door hatchback, and 4-door sedan. Coupes and sedans were about 2.3 inches longer, whereas the hatchback grew by 4.3 inches--now riding the same wheelbase as the coupe and sedan. A 106-horsepower 4-cylinder engine powered the CX, DX, and LX, and could be accompanied by either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. The HX coupes engine makes 115 horsepower, driving either a 5-speed or the innovative new CVT (continuously variable) automatic transmission. It operates somewhat like an electrical dimmer, in contrast to a 3-way light switch. EX Civics hold a 127-horsepower engine, with either manual or automatic shift. Dual airbags were standard on all models. Antilock brakes were standard on the EX sedan, but optional on the LX sedan and EX coupe.
I love my Honda Civic to the end!
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Written By artemis8
Date Written Oct 29 2003
Summary
So a week or so ago I was searching around epinions for fun. I figured I'd see what people said about my car. After a few variations of a search for Honda Civic 1998 and no results I was in shock. My car not in the epinions database?! It was an outrage. S...
Strength
Awesome look, great reliable vehicle
Weakness
short warranty
Bottom Line
This is a great reliable car, even 5 years later. The body is very stylish and the drive itself is smooth.
We purchased our 1998 Honda Civic sedan used in 2002 from a Honda Dealer. It was a low-mileage LX model with an automatic transmission, AC, power windows & locks, cruise control, and an AM/FM stereo. The car was purchased for our daughter who was 16 at...
Strength
Smooth automatic transmission, great handling, excellent fit and finish.
Weakness
Original tires, squeaking brakes, yellowing headlight housings, expensive parts.
Bottom Line
The 1998 Honda Civic is a solid, dependable car that is both economical and fun to drive. A great car for a student or someone looking for good, basic transportation.
When I bought my Civic back in '98, I was stepping away from a big "floaty" Buick Century with power and automatic everything. Right from the start, the Honda Civic opened me up to a new world of driving.
Civic HX 41 mpg and power everything...enough said
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Written By utbigrod
Date Written Feb 25 2001
Summary
I bought a '98 Honda Civic HX in early 1999. It was a new model that was just not cleared off the lot so I got a great deal on it. All I can say is, "This car gets great gas mileage!". I have a manual transmission and have gotten up to 41.2 mpg on a...
Strength
mpg, power windows & locks, sporty feel, large trunk, leg room
Weakness
no front reading lights, low torque, no cruise control
I have no regrets about purchasing my 98 Honda Civic Coupe. When it came time for me to buy a new car I definitely knew I was going to get a Honda, but the question was which type of Honda would I purchase. Why did I choose the Civic Coupe? There is...
I bought (leased) my black 1998 5-speed Civic EX coupe in June, 1998. I bought it because I just graduated from law school and wasn't making much money, but needed a reliable car (my 1987 Firebird Formula 350 self-destructed). The lease payment was...
If you want to buy a car that you can super glue the hood down and drive for years on end without problems, a Honda Civic is for you. I bought a 1998 DX coupe used. I like the car in general, but I find a few problems with it.
I have the Honda Civic EX Coupe. I love it. I bought it in October of 1998. Ever since I was a senior in high school I have wanted a Honda. I really wanted the Accord, but that was not within my price range at the time of purchase. So, I got the Civic...
Last year I got a 1998 Honda Civic EX. It has been an excellent car for my and came highly recommended by my neighbor who drove the 1997 model of the car for two years. The first things that drove me to the Civic was its sleek styling and superb...
Strength
Nice styling, sporty feel, nice sound, good fuel mileage
My husband purchased this vehicle new in April 1998 with 23 miles on it. He made a deal through the internet with a local dealer for a great price. I recently (at the time) taught him how to drive a 5 speed, so in order to save some money, that was...
