Civic Si
The everyday enthusiast Honda, still.
17 reviewers · 37 videos · 33 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and fun to drive, but split on handling.
across 17 reviewers
"that minimal body roll and those that great suspension in here just loves this"
Realistick · ▶ 11:00"lots of under steer so not quite as frisky as the GTI"
The Fast Lane Car · ▶ 4:39Performance
4.0/517 of 17 reviewersstrong consensus“it has more practical power... you get there quicker and the ride there is also complemented by 192 pound-feet of torque”
positive · Realistick · ▶ 13:36“it does give you more in the performance Department with a grand total of 205 horsepower from its 1.5 liter turbocharged motor”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 3:56“this is a 1.5 liter four-cylinder engine it produces 205 horsepower thanks to a turbocharger and 192 pound-feet of torque”
positive · A Auto Buyers Guide · ▶ 4:02Handling
4.5/517 of 17 reviewerssplit“that minimal body roll and those that great suspension in here just loves this”
positive · Realistick · ▶ 11:00“the front end is really sharp the steering ratio is really really good this this feels like a more responsive car than that GT end line”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 15:45“it's that low weight that does the most for giving me confidence and fun when i'm throwing it into a corner”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 22:24Fun to drive
4.0/517 of 17 reviewersconsensus“the SI is a better driver's car the steering feels more engaging the suspension setup is firmer it's more of an exciting thrilling car”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 17:06“A deliberate mechanical notchie and fast 6-speed manual transmission provides heaping helpings of joy and purpose with every shift”
positive · CarGurus · ▶ 8:11“it drives like a dream it really is a great driving car it's one of the most engaging cars that are driven”
positive · TFLnow · ▶ 6:05Daily drivability
4.5/517 of 17 reviewersstrong consensus“it actually has a better ride than the gti this is by far the most consistent best riding car of the three”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 23:13“it's a good balance between daily drivability and weekend fun”
positive · Realistick · ▶ 9:55“the adaptive suspension system really makes the si much more livable than a lot of the competition”
positive · A Auto Buyers Guide · ▶ 15:50Value
4.5/517 of 17 reviewersconsensus“the civic si is 25”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 0:23“the Si is still an incredible value and it's about $10,000 less than a Civic Type R.”
positive · Redline Reviews · ▶ 21:17“I feel you're getting an adequate amount of features for $25,000 this is a good value for this car”
positive · Sarah -n- Tuned · ▶ 6:34Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- The Drive
2025 Honda Civic Si First Drive Review: Fun as Ever, Now With Heated Seats
◆Worth itThe 2025 Civic Si remains the benchmark for an affordable, engaging manual sedan, now with the added comfort of heated seats.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts needing a reliable, fun daily driver that can handle occasional track or autocross use.
- Watch out
- less horsepower than segment rivals · steering weight can feel excessive in Normal mode
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2013 Honda Civic Si Sedan - Editors' Notebook - Automobile Magazine
◆Worth itThe 2013 Civic Si is a superior performance sedan that makes the related Acura ILX feel watered down and overpriced.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a rewarding, high-revving manual transmission experience on a budget.
- Watch out
- dated interior materials · fake dash stitching · polarizing exterior styling
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2012 Honda Civic Si Verdict - Motor Trend
◆Worth it, with caveatsThe 2012 Civic Si is a highly reliable, fun-to-drive machine that suffers from a cheap-feeling interior and excessive road noise, making the 2013 update a more compelling choice.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a reliable, engaging daily driver with high residual value.
- Watch out
- Excessive road noise · Lack of soft-touch interior materials · All-season tires hinder handling · Supportive but uncomfortable seats on long trips
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2020 Honda Civic Si Road-Trip Review: Comfortably Sporty
◆Worth itThe 2020 Civic Si is a rare example of a sports sedan that successfully balances genuine driving thrills with the comfort and practicality required for daily use.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who need a single vehicle that can handle both spirited driving and long-distance commuting.
- Watch out
- Awkward USB port placement · Stiff dampers in Sport mode
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2017 Honda Civic Si Sedan First Test Review
◆Worth itThe 2017 Civic Si is a highly capable, well-equipped, and refined daily driver that excels in handling and value, though it lacks the high-revving soul of its predecessors.
- Best for
- Buyers seeking a practical, daily-drivable performance sedan with excellent handling and modern tech.
- Watch out
- low 6,500-rpm redline · lack of unique engine character · slower acceleration than previous generations
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2022 Honda Civic Si First Test Review: Still a Sport Sedan Steal
◆Worth itWhile it has lost some of its objective performance edge and value, the 2022 Civic Si remains a fantastic, highly engaging sports sedan that is better to drive than its predecessor.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who prioritize chassis balance, shifter feel, and daily refinement over raw acceleration numbers.
- Watch out
- slower acceleration than previous gen · brake fade under track use · lack of two-mode dampers · price increase
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2003-2005 Honda Civic Si - Review & Road Test - Automobile Magazine
◆Worth itThe Civic Si is a practical, economical daily driver that offers a fun, high-revving experience for those who enjoy working the engine.
- Best for
- Drivers looking for a practical, reliable daily commuter that still offers an engaging, high-revving driving experience.
- Watch out
- Polarizing boxy styling · Lower redline than the previous generation · Modest wheel size · Less hardcore than some competitors
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2020 Honda Civic Si Sedan Long-Term Review Update 1
◆Worth itThe 2020 Civic Si is a highly capable, daily-drivable sports sedan with a world-class manual transmission that outweighs its minor powertrain quirks.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts looking for a practical, daily-drivable manual sedan.
- Watch out
- Rev hang in manual shifting · Temperature-sensitive aluminum shift knob · Engine start/stop delay
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