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Old May 3, 2006
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Poor ride?

Im wondering why this reviewer says the civic hybrid gives a poor ride?

http://autospeed.drive.com.au/cms/A_2355/article.html

What do Hybrid owners here think?
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It's all relative... I test drove the Civic Hybrid today and was quite impressed for what it was. Point of reference, I've been autocrossing and tracking for about 10+ years in Preludes, RSXs, S2000s, etc.

For the driving that most people do, the Civic actually handles and feels like a much more expensive and substantial car - when driven up to about 5/10ths. When pushed to the limit, it obviously has the traits of a typical front wheel drive car with economy minded (read: low grip) tires.
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Yes, this guy is probably used to driving Ferrari's.
You cant trust one persons opinion.
Most people would be happy with the way it feels.
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Ok fair enough. Thanks people
I was getting a bit worried there! Honda and poor ride dont generally go together.
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I do not own a hybrid, but I test drove one and I think the ride was great. I am considering buying one. It rides just as good as my regular Civic and maybe a little better.
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Originally Posted by hotwheels
I do not own a hybrid, but I test drove one and I think the ride was great. I am considering buying one. It rides just as good as my regular Civic and maybe a little better.
When did you test drive? Thought you hadnt driven one yet

Did you test it well on corners?
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