The new models of the Honda Civic have features that meet or exceed in some areas that of a luxury car. I previously drove a luxury car and wanted a car that would be more efficient and cost effective, both in fuel and car payments/lease. I really thought that I was going to miss the luxury car, but the features within the Civic have made me forget about it and wish I had made the switch earlier. The technology in this car far exceeds the technology in my previous luxury car. There is a back-up camera standard, and there is a right side camera for the blind spot in the car, which automatically comes on when you put your right turning signal on. This is excellent for changing lanes and making sure you do not hit a sidewalk or median. This car has an eco mode that will keep money in your pocket as well as being good for the environment. The negatives are that the acceleration and breaks do not perform as well as the luxury car, but honestly I can take off the eco mode to increase my acceleration abilities, and it allows me to have the driving performance I desire.

When I was looking for a new vehicle I had only two requirements: it had to be manual transmission and it had to have power windows since I prefer not to use the A/C on long drives. There were other things that I was looking for, but they were not essential like good MPG, low maintenance cost, good power, and good value for my money. The first time I got in the civic for a test drive I fell in love with the interior. It is all black inside including the fabric, which makes it very unique since I mostly see beige interiors for Civics.