mrmatrix wrote:

> Hello all, we currently have a highlander for our "family car", V6 and
> AWD, which means about 18.5 -19 mpg mpg for us (UGGH)......well, gas
> prices have us reconsidering its legitimacy. We are thinking about
> getting either a new Civic EX, Accord LX, SE or EX 4 cyl, or new Camry
> LE or SE 4 cylinder. (I don't like the Corolla)
>
> Specifically, will the civic be suitable for use as a primary "family"
> car. We have one child (no more planned, trust me!). I know it is a
> "step down" from the highlander, but we really like the looks of the
> civic, and we LOVE the MPG it gets! Could 2 normal sized adults fit in
> the back of the new civic with a small child seat in the middle? This
> is an occasional, although rare, situation for us. This would be one
> of the reasons I may reconsider and get an Accord or Camry 4 cyl
> instead.
>
> Also, are there any major issues with the new civic with it being a
> redesign and all? Thanks for any and all comments.

See my response to this same question in alt.autos.honda.