It doesn't always mean the same thing. It depends on the manufacturer. But I think EX means "Executive", "Extra", or "Exceeds" , LX usually means "Luxury", and DX means "Deluxe". I have a 2001 Mazda 626 LX-V6 and LX is top-of-the line trim for Mazda. But for Honda, EX is top-of-the line trim, then LX, then DX. Hope this help!
its just the trim of the car
Honda uses the designations; DX = Deluxe LX = Luxury EX = Executive
The EX has an engine producing 127 H.P versus 106 in the LX. The Ex also has ABS, and A/C standard which are an option on the LX. EX has a sunroof which is NA on the LX. EX is a nicer car and if you have a choice, go for the EX model.
a civic...?
These really have no meaning other than as a trim level designation. LX is the mid level trim and EX is the loaded trim level.
These are just Honda's way of designating trim levels. The DX is the base model and is the cheapest. The LX adds some options and is more costly. The EX is the top of the line fully loaded car. The EXL adds leather.
If it has a sunroof it is an EX if not, it is an LX.
They are just different trim levels. The LX will not have leather seats nor a sunroof. The EX is the top of the line with a sunroof, better stereo, and alloy wheels.
LX is better
It is just a model designation indicating the level of standard equipment. Honda uses DX, LX, & EX. DX is the base car and the cheapest.
The Honda Accord EX is the top of the line Accord. The Accord comes is various trim levels starting with the DX. From there you move up to the LX, LX-V6, and finally the EX. Only Honda knows for sure exactly what the letters EX stand for, if they stand for anything. It may be that Honda just uses the term EX to describe their best car, or it may mean Extra. This is a guess, but before i did my reseach and found this page, i convinced myself a good term would be Exclusive!
It will be an LX or EX as there was no DX or SE coupe. If it has a sunroof it is an EX if not it is an LX.