We had the Mk1 for over 6 years and never even changed a light bulb, used mainly for short trips it was used daily. My Wife loved it and so did I because of its impeccable reliability so it wasn't difficult to decide on another.
It was difficult though as if you wanted cruise you had to have a glass roof, now built in Swindon I thought there would be more choice and flexibility, none of it.
In July they upgraded the ES with cruise but then also 16" wheels and non standard tyres? Our dealer said we could have the 15" so we did as potholes prevail and replacement tyres much cheaper.
We didn't want dark tinted windows but no choice although have to say looking out seems fine oddly as very dark looking in. Big gripe though is the huge windscreen, yes the car looks more windswept but we drive with the sun visors down the wipers don't cover half the screen. I do realise part of my grumbles was the cost of this car over the last one and once that wears off I will be fine, if its as reliable as the last car then brilliant.
The interior is black, black ,black and Honda could have done a better job with the plastics I feel. It still has flappy paddles WHY? I hate compromise when buying a new car, the Wife's choice was a new Honda Jazz period so found the purchase frustrating and trying to get discount was hens teeth although managed 10% overall including the many additions needed.
The ride though is much improved over our last one and with cruise we can use it for longer journeys now as the Wife won't drive my car as its " too big"
