The Civic DX 160 Watt radio is actually pretty decent compared with alot of other cars I've driven recently. Compared with the Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla and Mazda 3 stock radios, I think the Civic's factory radio is much better. Although its not as good as an aftermarket stereo, I find it plays the highs,mids, and lows alot clearer than most other factory stereos.