The HONDA CIVIC (2011-15) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 I-DTEC DPF SS 120 EU5 SE 6SPD is a practical five-door family hatchback in the UK’s popular medium-sized car class, competing with the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. Its roomy cabin and useful boot make it more versatile than a city car, while its manageable size suits everyday town driving and parking. With a 1.6-litre diesel engine and six-speed manual gearbox, this SE is aimed at drivers covering regular longer journeys, including commuters and small families. The diesel’s emphasis is on economical running, and the stop-start system can help reduce fuel use in traffic; condition and service history still matter. Mycarcheck.com checks show 908 look-ups across 375 VINs, a useful sample; recorded mileage averages 98,000, with about 2.5 previous keepers. The average private-sale valuation is £4,700. This makes the Civic a sensible used buy to inspect carefully against its age, condition and mileage.