The HONDA CIVIC (2009-12) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.8 I-VTEC 140 EU5 SI-T AUTO5 is a five-door hatchback offering a practical alternative to a saloon or SUV. Its futuristic styling helped the Civic stand apart from rivals such as the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf, while the automatic gearbox makes driving simpler. Mycarcheck.com records 24 look-ups across 13 different VINs, a useful snapshot rather than a huge sample. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £3,300, average recorded mileage of 81,000 miles and around 5,000 miles driven yearly. The cars had about three previous keepers on average in recorded checks to date. With a cabin and rear doors, this Civic suits commuters, couples and families wanting an easy-to-park car with more space than a city car. The 1.8-litre petrol engine and automatic transmission offer straightforward, relaxed motoring; compare service history, condition and running costs with similar Focus and Golf models before buying.