2012 Civic here in Australia

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Have u tested the mazda and compared the standard equipment?

Didn’t look at Mazda. Honda family, third Civic, always been happy with brand. I hear once people buy Honda they generally buy them again. As the Civic is based on older generation platform and mechanicals it gives confidence it will last well into the future and be reliable. 7th Gen has proven to be a great car.

Considered Golf, didn't drive. Just sat in and looked at specs. Golf would of been mid 30's. Then there's question mark over servicing costs and reliability of DSG. VWs technology wise seem ahead.

Tested BMW F20 118i auto. Slight lag down low and great handler. Back seats not enough room. Mid 50's by time options are added. Value wise Civic stands up very well to BMW. Civic for every day use stands up very well performance and handling wise.