Other cars Civic or Golf??

Slappy · 12th May 2008, 19:54

Hi

I am a newbie and have joined because I have just landed myself a new job with a company car. I have a pretty good choice but it seems to be coming down to 2.

Civic 2.2 i-CTDI EX with roof,leather ( and do I go for the 18" storms)??
or
Golf 2.0 TDi GT Sport with touch nav, Cruise and Xenons, Leather.

Both will cost the same a month for me.

SO!

Civic has better spec, and I think more room..... would people agree?

Golf has the badge and the image ( for the wife ) and may drive better from what I've read.

Can I have some help in letting me know your pros and cons regarding your ownership as I am going to be doing a lot of miles and keeping it for 3 years.

Cheers

Slappy

Dimplyred · 12th May 2008, 19:58

Hi and welcome to civinfo.

Are you really expecting an unbiased answer.

The civic gets my vote. I wonder how many the Golf will get.

NEEMSTAR · 12th May 2008, 20:01

Golf all the way mate ...........

Yeah right

- honestly test drive both but you will choose the civ anyway

Pottsy · 12th May 2008, 20:02

VW Golf GT TDi vs Civic

And...

A previous Golf owners observations
Civic or Golf ??
newbee question civic vs golf
Golf owner has a few questions....

Dimplyred · 12th May 2008, 20:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pottsy

VW Golf GT TDi vs Civic

And...

A previous Golf owners observations
Civic or Golf ??
newbee question civic vs golf
Golf owner has a few questions....

I was just about to post all of that.

angie4m · 12th May 2008, 20:05

I could go outside right now and take a pic of a Milano Civic right next to a TDI Diamond Black Golf and see what one takes your fancy?

My next door neighbours have one and well its not hard to see why I chose a Civic over that

Best advice is to take them both on a test drive and see what one suits you better. The GT specs in the Golf all come with Leather as standard (probably much to the disgust of the others who had to fork out for it) So your getting a Spec'd up Civic for the same price as the Golf.

The Civic has more go about it, but then you may not like the ride of it especially if your going to be lot and lots of miles here and there.

Civic is a bigger car (inside and slightly on the outside) than the Golf, but don't be fooled that the Golf is faultless as its not! They always say that the best Golf is not a Golf but usually the Leon

Windows in the Golf are prone to leaking, the doors sometime dont hang right, the paint finish isn't always the best and it looks like the paint has run (my sister has had experiance of these things).

I've not really had any issues with the Civic so far but only you can make the choice

Pottsy · 12th May 2008, 20:22

Here are my sweeping generalisations:

The Golf engine is much more agricultural, but with both cars in standard form is quicker. The Honda engine is sublime.
The Honda gearbox is better.
The Golf ride and steering is marginally better.
The Honda has loads more space, especially in the boot.
The Golf and Honda build quality is comparable.
The Honda is miles more modern inside.
The Honda is better value.
The Honda dealers are better.

civicfan · 12th May 2008, 20:25

The Golf might be a tick more "mature" technically, but once I got in it I only wanted out

. The dull grey plastic landscape inside would give me a depression within one week, it makes a Toyota interior look exciting (just IMHO of course)

Slappy · 12th May 2008, 20:27

Great Help, can see i'm not the first to ask this question!!

I have a civic 2.2 EX turning up as a "pool" car and have arranged a long weekend with the Golf. It will help being able to jump in and out of both.

So next questions then:

Storm Alloys?? any pics with them on ( cant find at my locla dealers which makes me think they aren't very popular.

Is the sat nav as good as they say it is?

Is HID lights the same as Xenons??

Stupid question what does NHB mean.......... I know laugh it up...... !!

angie4m · 12th May 2008, 20:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slappy

Great Help, can see i'm not the first to ask this question!!

Nope, many a person has come onto this site looking at one or two car and well some of them have ended up staying

Bog · 12th May 2008, 20:41

Go for the Golf unless you want a poorly built car and dreadfull aftersales!

Having owned a Civic for over a year, I would not recommend it to anyone!

bassplayapaul938 · 12th May 2008, 20:50

id say defo civic! get more with it - but Parker's will give you some more info for you to check out

pcr · 12th May 2008, 21:04

I wouldn't have considered the Golf until I got a Civic, now it looks a more sturdy, functional design compared to the Civic, which imo flatters to deceive.

Is the satnav any good - Yes, but ignore the POI and voice control, they are a waste of time. It tells me the nearest pub to me is 88 miles away.

Is HID lights the same as Xenons?? - Yes. I don't think the Civic's HID are worth the effort, they seem little better than ordinary lights to me.

NHB - NightHawk Black

Essential test for Civic, test it on a rough road.

Zimma · 12th May 2008, 21:04

I had a similar decision to make - Golf Vs Civic 2.2 EX I found the golf very basic compared to the EX and very boring - My problem with golfs is that no matter the model - they all look the same!

I went for the exact civic you mention above - with 18" Storms and since I've been using it day in day out (about 2 weeks now) it's been bloody fantastic.

Here's a pic of my Space Pod and the storms..

angie4m · 12th May 2008, 21:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zimma

I had a similar decision to make - Golf Vs Civic 2.2 EX I found the golf very basic compared to the EX and very boring - My problem with golfs is that no matter the model - they all look the same!

I went for the exact civic you mention above - with 18" Storms and since I've been using it day in day out (about 2 weeks now) it's been bloody fantastic.

Here's a pic of my Space Pod and the storms..

Well done that man! btw have you put that pic in the reflections thread in the gallery?

Zimma · 12th May 2008, 21:11

Reflections thread?

Pottsy · 12th May 2008, 21:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slappy

So next questions then:

Storm Alloys?? any pics with them on ( cant find at my locla dealers which makes me think they aren't very popular.

Is the sat nav as good as they say it is?

Is HID lights the same as Xenons??

Stupid question what does NHB mean.......... I know laugh it up...... !!

Wheels: Wheels - Civinfo Wiki
Satnav is very good. Satnav demo - Civinfo Wiki
Yes, HID = Xenon. Lights - Civinfo Wiki
NHB = Nitehawk Black. Civic photos - Black - Civinfo Wiki

angie4m · 12th May 2008, 21:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zimma

Reflections thread?

Here http://www.civinfo.com/forum/cleanin...ne-merged.html

Just thought as we can see you in your pic

Dimplyred · 12th May 2008, 21:15

Blades look great on a NHB Civic.

Image:Blade.jpg - Civinfo Wiki

Topcat · 12th May 2008, 22:02

Read the What Car consumer reviews for the Golf - they are not good

12th May 2008, 19:54	#1 (permalink)
Slappy Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 11th May 2008 Location: Northampton, UK Posts: 10 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Civic or Golf?? Hi I am a newbie and have joined because I have just landed myself a new job with a company car. I have a pretty good choice but it seems to be coming down to 2. Civic 2.2 i-CTDI EX with roof,leather ( and do I go for the 18" storms)?? or Golf 2.0 TDi GT Sport with touch nav, Cruise and Xenons, Leather. Both will cost the same a month for me. SO! Civic has better spec, and I think more room..... would people agree? Golf has the badge and the image ( for the wife ) and may drive better from what I've read. Can I have some help in letting me know your pros and cons regarding your ownership as I am going to be doing a lot of miles and keeping it for 3 years. Cheers Slappy

12th May 2008, 19:58	#2 (permalink)
Dimplyred Super Moderator Civinfo master Join Date: 24th August 2007 Location: Staffordshire Posts: 5,672 Thanks: 20 Thanked 210 Times in 203 Posts iTrader: (0)	Hi and welcome to civinfo. Are you really expecting an unbiased answer. The civic gets my vote. I wonder how many the Golf will get. Last edited by Dimplyred; 12th May 2008 at 21:09.

12th May 2008, 20:05	#6 (permalink)
angie4m Naughty but nice Civinfo guru Join Date: 28th September 2007 Location: Edinburgh Posts: 3,336 Thanks: 25 Thanked 50 Times in 50 Posts iTrader: (0)	I could go outside right now and take a pic of a Milano Civic right next to a TDI Diamond Black Golf and see what one takes your fancy? My next door neighbours have one and well its not hard to see why I chose a Civic over that Best advice is to take them both on a test drive and see what one suits you better. The GT specs in the Golf all come with Leather as standard (probably much to the disgust of the others who had to fork out for it) So your getting a Spec'd up Civic for the same price as the Golf. The Civic has more go about it, but then you may not like the ride of it especially if your going to be lot and lots of miles here and there. Civic is a bigger car (inside and slightly on the outside) than the Golf, but don't be fooled that the Golf is faultless as its not! They always say that the best Golf is not a Golf but usually the Leon Windows in the Golf are prone to leaking, the doors sometime dont hang right, the paint finish isn't always the best and it looks like the paint has run (my sister has had experiance of these things). I've not really had any issues with the Civic so far but only you can make the choice Last edited by angie4m; 12th May 2008 at 20:17.

12th May 2008, 20:27	#9 (permalink)
Slappy Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 11th May 2008 Location: Northampton, UK Posts: 10 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Great Help, can see i'm not the first to ask this question!! I have a civic 2.2 EX turning up as a "pool" car and have arranged a long weekend with the Golf. It will help being able to jump in and out of both. So next questions then: Storm Alloys?? any pics with them on ( cant find at my locla dealers which makes me think they aren't very popular. Is the sat nav as good as they say it is? Is HID lights the same as Xenons?? Stupid question what does NHB mean.......... I know laugh it up...... !! Last edited by Slappy; 12th May 2008 at 20:34.

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NEEMSTAR Type R Brigade Member Rocketship door handle Join Date: 7th October 2007 Location: In Your Mind Posts: 1,566 Thanks: 36 Thanked 27 Times in 27 Posts iTrader: (0)	Golf all the way mate ........... Yeah right - honestly test drive both but you will choose the civ anyway

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Pottsy Administrator Civinfo master Join Date: 10th April 2006 Location: Leics Posts: 5,898 Thanks: 26 Thanked 227 Times in 126 Posts iTrader: (0)	Here are my sweeping generalisations: The Golf engine is much more agricultural, but with both cars in standard form is quicker. The Honda engine is sublime. The Honda gearbox is better. The Golf ride and steering is marginally better. The Honda has loads more space, especially in the boot. The Golf and Honda build quality is comparable. The Honda is miles more modern inside. The Honda is better value. The Honda dealers are better.

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civicfan Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 13th September 2007 Posts: 803 Thanks: 9 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (0)	The Golf might be a tick more "mature" technically, but once I got in it I only wanted out . The dull grey plastic landscape inside would give me a depression within one week, it makes a Toyota interior look exciting (just IMHO of course)

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Bog Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 5th October 2006 Location: Romford, Essex Posts: 898 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader: (0)	Go for the Golf unless you want a poorly built car and dreadfull aftersales! Having owned a Civic for over a year, I would not recommend it to anyone!

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bassplayapaul938 Valve Cap Join Date: 7th May 2008 Location: dundee, uk Posts: 6 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	id say defo civic! get more with it - but Parker's will give you some more info for you to check out

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pcr Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 5th September 2006 Location: Shropshire Posts: 850 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	I wouldn't have considered the Golf until I got a Civic, now it looks a more sturdy, functional design compared to the Civic, which imo flatters to deceive. Is the satnav any good - Yes, but ignore the POI and voice control, they are a waste of time. It tells me the nearest pub to me is 88 miles away. Is HID lights the same as Xenons?? - Yes. I don't think the Civic's HID are worth the effort, they seem little better than ordinary lights to me. NHB - NightHawk Black Essential test for Civic, test it on a rough road.

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