Should I consider buying from this forum? It has a few minor scuffs.
34k? Can’t you find a 25 hybrid touring for that price?
Joaquin said:
34k? Can’t you find a 25 hybrid touring for that price?
Are hybrids really worth it? What is it like owning one?
Joaquin said:
34k? Can’t you find a 25 hybrid touring for that price?
Are hybrids really worth it? What is it like owning one?
More horsepower and better mpg… no spare and no scuffs lol
Joaquin said:
34k? Can’t you find a 25 hybrid touring for that price?
Are hybrids really worth it? What is it like owning one?
I’m in my third week with a hybrid and I’m really pleased. Torque is always ready when I need it. Fuel economy is amazing. The ride is almost as smooth as luxury cars. My only issue is it feels a bit heavy for autocross. My 2020 Civic was better for that. For everything else, the hybrid is superior.
@Marshall
They will probably start tracking that hybrid car soon enough.
Oaklan said:
@Marshall
They will probably start tracking that hybrid car soon enough.
They might not, but I plan to see how fast I can get it through the cones. It weighs more but the torque keeps it fun. The hybrid may end up being faster overall than my 2020 Civic because of its low-end acceleration.
@Marshall
Should I just go for a brand new Honda Civic hatchback sport touring hybrid with all the features from Honda?
Rowan said:
@Marshall
Should I just go for a brand new Honda Civic hatchback sport touring hybrid with all the features from Honda?
Buying a year-old used car without significant savings over a new one doesn’t make sense to me. I don’t know the market near you, but 34k for a year-old model isn’t a great deal. I’m glad Honda dropped the 1.5l turbos. The 2.0 NA engine is simpler and still performs well. I’m confident the new engines will last longer. I love my hybrid, but I would still recommend a new non-hybrid in that price range. Again, check your local market. I’ve heard places like the Bay Area in San Francisco have high car prices, making it worth traveling to buy a new car. The features are up to you. Honda has simplified what they offer, with only a few trim levels and limited paint colors.
@Marshall
That motor is going to start and stop so much it won’t last. I don’t understand how anyone can trust these motors with start-stop technology. It kills engines easily.
Oaklan said:
@Marshall
That motor is going to start and stop so much it won’t last. I don’t understand how anyone can trust these motors with start-stop technology. It kills engines easily.
Comments like that make me laugh because they lack evidence. Looking back at Honda’s hybrid engines since ‘99, there are no trends of engine problems from start/stop tech. There was a coolant issue in 06-08 that led to an extended warranty, but no significant issues otherwise. We have 25 years of data showing no serious problems linked to hybrid engines’ start/stop use. If you have studies showing otherwise, I’d love to see them. Without those, it’s just your opinion based on limited experiences.
Joaquin said:
34k? Can’t you find a 25 hybrid touring for that price?
Are hybrids really worth it? What is it like owning one?
Try it out, and if you like it, buy it. Just shop around.
I got a 2023 Civic EX with 11k miles for 24k.
Banks used to give better rates for new cars, but not anymore. Same rate for new or used now. If you’re paying 34k for a Civic Si, that’s a decent price, but for anything else, it’s too much.
Nathaniel said:
Banks used to give better rates for new cars, but not anymore. Same rate for new or used now. If you’re paying 34k for a Civic Si, that’s a decent price, but for anything else, it’s too much.
The bank I’m looking at has a 5.75% rate for new cars and 7.75% for used.
Nathaniel said:
Banks used to give better rates for new cars, but not anymore. Same rate for new or used now. If you’re paying 34k for a Civic Si, that’s a decent price, but for anything else, it’s too much.
Even 34k for an Si is high unless that’s the out-the-door price or in Canadian dollars. The '24 Si MSRP is 29.1k.
@Ellis
Should I aim to get as close to MSRP as possible?
Rowan said:
@Ellis
Should I aim to get as close to MSRP as possible?
No reason to pay over MSRP in a buyer’s market.