Which car should I get a 2010 Honda Accord or a 2010 Honda Civic. I’m a college student so i want it to be both reliable with a nice car body
If both are in good mechanical shape, get the Civic. You would want a mechanic to check it out first of course to make sure of its shape. The 2010 Accord had many flaws at it was in the first half of the generation, before the oil consumption, break wear, and extremly uncomfortable seats were solved.
http://carcomplaints.com/honda/accord/2010/
https://www.carcomplaints.com/Honda/Civic/2010/
The Civic on the other hand had its kinks worked out by then and is an excellent choice if its been maintained. It seems the most common complaint is the paint peeling, nothing mechanical.
The Accord would be larger and more comfortable while the Civic would be easier to drive and park in cities (compact car) and be more sporty.
I'd get the Civic. Both are good, but why not get the cheapest one to maintain?
Get the Civic. Have a mechanic inspect it as you would any other used car.
For a college student, go with the Honda Civic. Be sure to have a mechanic thoroughly check it out and give the OK before you buy. Also, be sure to cross-check against our Toyota/Honda common problems sticky under the Car Buying Guide:
