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2002 Honda CivicEX
“Small car. Enormous heart.”
Sandra W. · Portland, ORSubmitted Jul 5, 20241.7L Inline-4 (D17A2)
Documented Miles
489,000
on the odometer
Reliability Score
93/100
community rating
Est. Total Maintenance
$18,200
lifetime spend
Est. Savings vs. New
$9,800
vs. buying new
Engine
1.7L Inline-4 (D17A2)
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
2002 model year
Sandra commuted 90 miles a day for 19 years in this Civic. She's done every oil change herself in the driveway. The original D17 engine has never been opened. One clutch, two timing belts, zero major breakdowns.
Known Issues
We don't sugarcoat. Here's what to watch for — and what to fix before it becomes a problem.
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Oil Consumption (D17 Engine)
The D17 can develop minor oil consumption between changes on high-mileage examples. Monitor between changes and top off as needed. Not a death sentence — just a habit to form.
Typical cost:$5–$15/month in oil top-offs
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When: 200,000+ miles