i was intending to buy the civic coupe lx over the honda accord vp. but for the same price i got more features w/ the accord. what i liked with the civic was the seats were comfy, digital tachometer, and the built in aux input. I did not like the design of the e-brake and the automatic shifter thing. that was pretty much it. the back was kinda small, but ok for my size. im 5'8". honda accord got me with the instant power, really good gas mileage, roomyness, 4 doors, better depreciation rate, trunk space, and the key fob. the civic did not have a button to release the trunk. on the accord there is one, but no location to insert the key to open the trunk(sorry if it is not clear). Civic had the dealer markup last year, which made it about the same price. I was in a rush to get the car due to commuting to college, so i was under a budget, and wanted to pinch my penny and the accord was for me. gluck with your choice!