Seat Comfort

Wheelchair · 10th August 2007, 21:28

Hello, I have had a 2007 Civic SE for 24 hours while my previous shape 2005 Civic was being serviced, and got on ok with the new model apart from feeling quite uncomfortable in the driver's seat. It seems to have too much lumbar support for my liking.

Has anyone had the same problem and how did you resolve it?

I need to sort this out as I am due a new Motability car next year and don't want to change from a Honda as my current Civic and dealer have been fantastic.

Cheers

FWH · 10th August 2007, 22:02

No.
I think the seats are ok for this size of car.
Nothing like a Mercedes or something, but compared to Astras and stuff I think they are fine.

pigsy10 · 10th August 2007, 22:21

I changed from a previous 04 Civic to the new Civic about a month ago.

The driver environment on the new Civic is much more sporty and I found the seats more coseting, but not uncomftable.

It's a case of trying different adjustments to find your ideal position.
I am sure you will get used to it.

Obo · 10th August 2007, 22:48

Compared to the car I PXed (a 2003 Focus ST170) the car is very comfortable. My dad had a BMW 1 series and it's much more comfy than that was too

Wheelchair · 10th August 2007, 22:56

Its funny, I seemed fairly comfy when driving the car but once out of it I had quite painfull backache, which is unusual for me. The seats seem like sitting on a big comfy sofa!

pekwah1 · 11th August 2007, 00:28

Personally i've driven a lot of cars that i thought gave too much lumbar support and were uncomfortable, but i think that the civic is pretty darn good!

As already stated, it's a case of playing with the seat adjustments to get the ideal position.

Obo · 11th August 2007, 00:32

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Originally Posted by pekwah1

As already stated, it's a case of playing with the seat adjustments to get the ideal position.

And then your other half driving it buggering it up and you having to move it all over again the next day.

lobey dosser · 11th August 2007, 00:48

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Originally Posted by Obo

And then your other half driving it buggering it up and you having to move it all over again the next day.

That sounds like the voice of experience !

My missus is only 5 '2" so our settings are quite different.

Being of more ample proportions, I find the seat bases a little narrow and feel like I'm sitting on the raised sides of the seat rather than in between them.
However, I've done a 4 hour non-stop stretch at the wheel with no discomfort and felt absolutely fine at the end of it so I''m sure you'll find them OK, Wheelchair.

Cad · 11th August 2007, 01:36

I find the driving position not as comfortable as , say, a Focus. I think it's to do with the slightly offset driving position. I feel fine while driving, but I do ache a bit when I get out. I do get a bit of a stiff right arm while driving though (I'm 6' 1").

Mind you, I have been driving other cars for a couple of months or so, so I suppose my body will have to get used to the 'Civic Style' again.

Topcat · 11th August 2007, 08:54

I find I get back ache in mine if I am in it for too long which thankfully is not often, it is not as comfortable as my focus was.

Think it is something you will have to try and get used to an put up with but you have only had the car a short while you will probably adjust so it doesnt seem as bad.

elfa7 · 11th August 2007, 10:01

I was also concerned about seat comfort on a long journey, after the very comfy seats in the Focus (which have lumbar adustment). But we travelled down to RR's meet in Oxfordshire and found the seats fine.
I agree with LobyDosser, the seat seems a bit narrow.

Dutch_Civic · 11th August 2007, 12:36

I find the seats very comfortable, even though i'm 1.98m tall. Even after driving for several hours, there's no discomfort at all. I did expect lumbar adjustment on a new car of this price. Too bad they left that out.

FWH · 11th August 2007, 13:17

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Originally Posted by Dutch_Civic

I find the seats very comfortable, even though i'm 1.98m tall. Even after driving for several hours, there's no discomfort at all. I did expect lumbar adjustment on a new car of this price. Too bad they left that out.

Few cars in this size / price range have lumbar support adjustment I find.

cb550 · 17th August 2007, 07:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wheelchair

Hello, I have had a 2007 Civic SE for 24 hours while my previous shape 2005 Civic was being serviced, and got on ok with the new model apart from feeling quite uncomfortable in the driver's seat. It seems to have too much lumbar support for my liking.

Has anyone had the same problem and how did you resolve it?

I need to sort this out as I am due a new Motability car next year and don't want to change from a Honda as my current Civic and dealer have been fantastic.

Cheers

I have a pair of sheepskin seat covers('drape' pattern in black by Easyrider co.).They are superb for improving the comfort of my car's seats.They don't move around,and look fine too.Not cheap,but I honestly cannot rate them too highly

Brodick · 17th August 2007, 12:45

I have had back problems since I was in a crash 12 years ago
and find the seats more than comfortable
we have leather interior - don't see how that would make much of a difference tho

Kremmen · 17th August 2007, 14:53

I find getting into the seat whilst avoiding the corner of the dash a 'manoeuvre' but once I'm in and belted I find it OK.

Maybe it's the hard suspension aggravating any back problems?

I used to have upper rear leg cramps on previous cars after a few hours but not on the Civic.

waran · 17th August 2007, 15:53

I initially had back aches after a long journey, but when i played around with the position I found making the chair back more upright completely got rid of it. Annoying as i would like to be able to slouch back a bit in london traffic, but its really good for long distance. As for overall comfort, of course its not the best in the market, its not a merc, however its good for its class i think.

czechplastik · 17th August 2007, 16:03

I like the way the seats hold you in place well, in Focii I always found myself sliding around a lot, once you find a comfortable seat position in the Civic you stay there! I used to get aches until I played with the settings a little.

madasadad · 17th August 2007, 16:21

My last 2 cars had lumber support, and I almost didn't buy the Civic because it didn't have it! However I chose the leather option which, probably co-incidental, seems to have avoided the problem. Still no adjustable support, however.

FWH · 18th August 2007, 07:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by madasadad

My last 2 cars had lumber support, and I almost didn't buy the Civic because it didn't have it! However I chose the leather option which, probably co-incidental, seems to have avoided the problem. Still no adjustable support, however.

Are the actual seats different with leather?
Ie different shape?

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10th August 2007, 22:02	#2 (permalink)
FWH Super Moderator Civinfo master Join Date: 3rd June 2007 Location: Sweden Posts: 5,986 Thanks: 14 Thanked 66 Times in 61 Posts iTrader: (0)	No. I think the seats are ok for this size of car. Nothing like a Mercedes or something, but compared to Astras and stuff I think they are fine.

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pigsy10 Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 2nd July 2007 Posts: 12 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I changed from a previous 04 Civic to the new Civic about a month ago. The driver environment on the new Civic is much more sporty and I found the seats more coseting, but not uncomftable. It's a case of trying different adjustments to find your ideal position. I am sure you will get used to it.

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Obo Rusty Nut! Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 15th March 2007 Location: Weston-super-Mare Posts: 615 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Compared to the car I PXed (a 2003 Focus ST170) the car is very comfortable. My dad had a BMW 1 series and it's much more comfy than that was too

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Wheelchair Purveyor of Wit & Wisdom! Civinfo guru Join Date: 10th August 2007 Location: Chelmsford, Essex Posts: 3,362 Thanks: 33 Thanked 101 Times in 92 Posts iTrader: (0)	Its funny, I seemed fairly comfy when driving the car but once out of it I had quite painfull backache, which is unusual for me. The seats seem like sitting on a big comfy sofa!

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pekwah1 ><((('> o O Locking Wheelnut Join Date: 11th July 2007 Location: Horsham Posts: 151 Thanks: 1 Thanked 6 Times in 2 Posts iTrader: (0)	Personally i've driven a lot of cars that i thought gave too much lumbar support and were uncomfortable, but i think that the civic is pretty darn good! As already stated, it's a case of playing with the seat adjustments to get the ideal position.

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Cad estranged Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 5th June 2006 Location: Upstairs Posts: 391 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I find the driving position not as comfortable as , say, a Focus. I think it's to do with the slightly offset driving position. I feel fine while driving, but I do ache a bit when I get out. I do get a bit of a stiff right arm while driving though (I'm 6' 1"). Mind you, I have been driving other cars for a couple of months or so, so I suppose my body will have to get used to the 'Civic Style' again.

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Topcat Supporter Civinfo guru Join Date: 11th May 2006 Location: Middlesex Posts: 2,759 Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts iTrader: (0)	I find I get back ache in mine if I am in it for too long which thankfully is not often, it is not as comfortable as my focus was. Think it is something you will have to try and get used to an put up with but you have only had the car a short while you will probably adjust so it doesnt seem as bad.

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elfa7 Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 8th May 2006 Location: Cheshire Posts: 1,703 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I was also concerned about seat comfort on a long journey, after the very comfy seats in the Focus (which have lumbar adustment). But we travelled down to RR's meet in Oxfordshire and found the seats fine. I agree with LobyDosser, the seat seems a bit narrow.

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Dutch_Civic Wheelnut Join Date: 17th October 2006 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 64 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I find the seats very comfortable, even though i'm 1.98m tall. Even after driving for several hours, there's no discomfort at all. I did expect lumbar adjustment on a new car of this price. Too bad they left that out.

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Brodick Perfect Guy! Rocketship door handle Join Date: 2nd December 2006 Location: Central Scotland Posts: 1,841 Thanks: 0 Thanked 12 Times in 11 Posts iTrader: (0)	I have had back problems since I was in a crash 12 years ago and find the seats more than comfortable we have leather interior - don't see how that would make much of a difference tho

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Kremmen Krem de la Krem Civinfo guru Join Date: 7th January 2007 Location: West London Posts: 2,840 Thanks: 13 Thanked 18 Times in 18 Posts iTrader: (0)	I find getting into the seat whilst avoiding the corner of the dash a 'manoeuvre' but once I'm in and belted I find it OK. Maybe it's the hard suspension aggravating any back problems? I used to have upper rear leg cramps on previous cars after a few hours but not on the Civic.

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waran Supporter Valve Cap Join Date: 9th June 2007 Location: London Posts: 49 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I initially had back aches after a long journey, but when i played around with the position I found making the chair back more upright completely got rid of it. Annoying as i would like to be able to slouch back a bit in london traffic, but its really good for long distance. As for overall comfort, of course its not the best in the market, its not a merc, however its good for its class i think.

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czechplastik King of the rodeo Civinfo guru Join Date: 24th October 2006 Location: Belfast Posts: 4,671 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	I like the way the seats hold you in place well, in Focii I always found myself sliding around a lot, once you find a comfortable seat position in the Civic you stay there! I used to get aches until I played with the settings a little.

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madasadad Supporter Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 21st February 2007 Location: Carrickfergus Posts: 272 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	My last 2 cars had lumber support, and I almost didn't buy the Civic because it didn't have it! However I chose the leather option which, probably co-incidental, seems to have avoided the problem. Still no adjustable support, however.