Review | 2017 Honda Civic Si | Tuff Enough to Tickle the Fickle

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We review the next evolution of the Honda Civic, the SI. With heavy competition from the likes of Ford, Subaru, VW, Mazda and Hyundai, Honda is no longer the king of the Sport Compact segment. The Si offers affordability and great economy, however, will that be enough to be the best in class?
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SavageGeese is:
Mr. Goose - Nail Brush Tester
Scott Turbowski - Lemons Pro Driver
Index:
0:00 - 3:55 Exterior Impressions
3:55 - 8:00 Interior Impressions
8:00 - 13:50 In the Shoppe with Turbowski - Underbody Impressions
13:50 - 14:00 Curb Weights and Balance
14:00 - 16:11 Under the Hood
16:11 - 22:33 Driving Impressions
22:33 Final Thoughts

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11 июл 2024

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@802Garage 7 лет назад

Finally someone who actually appreciates cloth seats! Leather isn't always the answer! I love a good set of cloth or sport cloth seats. They can feel better, last longer, and even look better.

@kadie1414 7 лет назад

802 Garage ya i love cloth seats. Even better with heated seat option. Leather is a joke here in AZ yet anytime you want the high end engine they force you to buy leather seats. Annoying

@rudfil 7 лет назад

If opt for perforated leather seats you won't feel hot and sweaty as regular leather seats plus leather if you look after them can look good after many years and they won't smell or get soiled like cloth seats.

@kadie1414 7 лет назад

Rudy F most times only one version of a leather seat is offered by an automaker. Most times its not perforated. Leather burns, must be maintained like a baby. My cloth I dont do anything to maintain them and after 9 years besides fading from sun they look brand new. Comfortable immediately upon sitting on them in all weather.

@terranova_irl 7 лет назад

kadie1414 my choice, if possible and normally an extra is Alcántara.,👍

@802Garage 7 лет назад

I will say I like the leather interior in my Eclipse GSX... but the awesome 80s cloth interior in my MkI MR2 definitely beats it.

@garypatterson6462 5 лет назад

I have a 2014 SI, i love it, best car I have owned and I am 62, never too old to have fun

@drepop803 4 года назад

haha nice. I plan on driving manual til im old enough to be able to legally drive lol.

@nmarkert01 3 года назад

My fathers 70 in 2 days and he loves mine haha

@tww1491 3 года назад

I'm 80 and drive a 17 Si. Before that I had a S2000. Driven manual most of my life.

@TheStraightPipes 7 лет назад

Great review!

@jimmydaves 6 лет назад

I watched this video before I bought an Si (coupe) and I watched again after owning the Si for a month. I have to say that your review is the most accurate review of the Si on RU-vid. Spot on!

@mrorionfan1 5 лет назад

It was very very informative on so many aspects!!!!

@paulscillia1274 5 лет назад

It's been a while. How do u still like the SI?

@MinhVu-in9iz 5 лет назад

jimmydaves nothing against the si, but you should just go for it and buy the type R!

@HiMyNameIsJonathan 4 года назад

Minh Vu the type r looks ridiculous. I have the 18 si sedan in black 100% stock and I love it. One of the most fun cars I’ve ever own

@MinhVu-in9iz 4 года назад

Jonathan Fernandez that’s awesome, I’m happy for you!! Yes, the type R is very aggressive for sure but if the sport and si model wasn’t so close in performance that I would have regrets if I wonder if I’m missing out on so much fun!! Too bad the Si doesn’t have 240 horse power, I would totally buy it!

@asifalimirza 5 лет назад

After buying the 2018 Si in June and driving it almost 2 and half months, I have to say this is an amazing car. I have done several trips back and forth between Northern California and Los Angeles, and this thing flies, doesn't matter how steep the inclines or curvy the roads. After driving a 2006 Camry SE V6 for the last 13 years, it took some time to get used to the 6 speed manual, and other than the infotainment system which I hate, I love this car. One thing I have to say, this is a car that rewards you for pushing hard on it, but when you have to drive it normally the young speed demon in you starts screaming and wants to break out. On the freeway I am always hitting 80 mph plus without realizing it, I know one of these days I am going to get a ticket, and that is when I wish I had just bought another Camry....

@scraps0233 5 лет назад

@Mirz_786 any mods done to it yet? K tuner does wonders on it!

@ErwinSchrodinger64 7 лет назад

Just to let you know, yesterday while walking the dog, it started to attack some geese. I stopped him and yelled at him to show some respect. That's how much we respect you around here, Savagegeese.

@savagegeese 7 лет назад

+ErwinSchrodinger64 hahaha thank you for that!

@youngboyharless9769 6 лет назад

savagegeese your reviews are great man. I'm thinking about getting an Hfp Si in black at the end of the year. Your review may have just sold me.. Do you think this car would've been that much funner for you if you had Hondata / intake /exhaust?

@deleon0927 5 лет назад

@@savagegeese how did you get your name out of curiosity?

@youngalwyn1124 5 лет назад

ErwinSchrodinger64 - I think you made that story up.

@sveddish 5 лет назад

Yeah why wouldn't you tell your dog not to attack other animals?! Smh

@benjaminschneider1997 7 лет назад

Savagegeese's reviews are so refreshing. Humor, honesty, and great production. Love it.

@giff74 6 лет назад

I really like the foot cam on your corner shifting! I just got my first manual car in years and it's so hard to get a good heel/toe worked out. Also, great point about the Si being an everyday car, not a race car. Keep up the great work!

@802Garage 7 лет назад

"Theodore, why are you cherry picking awkward angles? Well it's because I can. I'm making the video." Hahaha, yes!

@maximus9401 7 лет назад

That was one my favorite lines for sure lol

@battosaijenkins946 7 лет назад

@savageese, Hey man I also agree those vents are soooooo freakin' ugly and it's like on the back too why? In fact, it's this reason along with no LED front headlights in USA that's preventing me to buy it. Perhaps next refresh they will~ =(

@daltonelliott5447 7 лет назад

That line earned my sub lol

@Tigerex966 6 лет назад

the coupe rear vents look much better

@505enthusiast4 6 лет назад

Dalton Elliott I like his reviews I sub to

@scottkanerva 7 лет назад

I bought a 2016 Civic Ex-T a year ago before they announced the SI. I obsessed over the SI for nearly a year, until my local dealership finally got one, and I said screw it and took the plunge. What an upgrade! I just turned 40, and only now have I become interested in cars thanks to something called a "mid life crisis". I was just cruising RU-vid watching reviews of my new penis extension, when I came across your content. Not only did you righteously affirm my love of my new car, but I found your delivery and knowledge to be top notch compared to anything else I'd watched. I will definitely be recommending your channel to anyone who will listen. Keep up the good work.

@breezyjayy8062 5 лет назад

At first I thought that penis extension thing was weird. But now idek after this guy commented 🤦🏽‍♂️😂

@abrahamg3354 5 лет назад

@Shuffle3956 Let me know too, I'm not in my 30s, but it may come in handy later on.

@AzuraiAeon 5 лет назад

i have to agree. alot of YT car reviewers end up having a hint of subjectivity. this felt objective. and it was a nice change of pace

@LGPanthers1 5 лет назад

I've been lovingly driving my fully stock 08 Si since I was 16 from 4.7 miles on the odometer all the way to 147k (first and only car), and I've not felt the urge to buy another vehicle until I started to see how glowing the reviews are of this new generation. I don't need a hauler, I don't need 400 or 500 horsepower, and I certainly don't need reliability questions. All I can say is, I went last week to test drive a 2018 and it gave me a warm, bubbly feeling. The seating position, the position of the shifter and pedals, the sightlines, the throws, they all were wonderfully familiar. There are sure differences both mechanical and electronic, and I do strongly dislike the fake mesh work on the front and rear, but that emotional feeling is something that nothing's going to be able to match for me. I was incredibly pleased with how well the return to form panned out here, and despite my misgivings about Turbos, styling features and some other nit noity issues, it just felt good in a really intangible way. Honda has made it incredibly tempting to slide the 8th gen into the secondary role as a second car and enlist the 10th.

@mackenzieconnell 6 лет назад

Epic reviews... this guy is my new favourite car reviewer... so knowledgable, so honest and so genuine, going to have to go back and watch his other reviews! Keep up the good work sir.

@glanger88 5 лет назад

This video gave me the confidence to buy my 2018 civic si and I love it. Thank you

@Theuf28 2 года назад

I am looking to buy one now, how is it still holding today?

@omegalamda3145 7 лет назад

I have an base 2006 A3 Hatch 6-speed I've owned for 11yrs. . Someone ordered it and backed out. I got it for the price of a golf when 2007 came around and no one would buy a manual car. I've test driven the 10 gen twice & am impressed w the total package, price is amazing. I'm jumping ship on the A3 for this new Si! Btw this is the best Si review I've seen yet. The only one Ive subscribed to. Total gearhead flavor. Thanks for your work Savagegeese you nailed the overall " best of all past Si's driverness" of this 10 gen Si. I felt same on my 2nd solo test run. Btw A3 2.0t was engine of the year for 5 years in Germany before imported into the states. It was put into the Gti in 2010. 0- 60 6.7. The new si 1.5 t is the A3 2.0t only bullet proof. It should the jewel of an engine mr. Honda would be proud of, as designing small engines with efficiency of motion, inherently built in, was his forte.

@pabauza 6 лет назад

The Dellaplane reference is brilliant and fkn funny. The honest and direct reviews are very much appreciated too.

@JacobMueller 7 лет назад

One of the few channels where I consistently watch longer videos from start to finish. Still loving the reviews.

@matthias4037 6 лет назад

Such a unique way to review a car when the underside quality is so important. Kudos!

@BrashAdventures 6 лет назад

This review was a huge help in my decision to buy the new Si. As a fellow S2000 owner, and previous 8th Gen Si Owner I appreciate the info and take on the new one. Having had it for a few weeks, I will agree that it's probably the best Si ever made.

@paulshoultz9706 5 лет назад

I bought my 2018 10th gen because of this review. You were truly fair with about the whole thing and I appreciate the honesty.

@platinumjack1723 4 года назад

This is the review that pushed me to buy my 2018 Civic si. Thank you for your awesome reviews you savage avian.

@mr.speyside5240 7 лет назад

This is one of the most genuine reviews I've ever seen. This guy tells it like it is.

@dwl.5193 5 лет назад

I have had my 2018 Si coupe for 9 months now. I love it. For me the fuel economy + fun ratio was important because I drive a lot for business. I am averaging 37 mpg with about a 70/30 highway to city ratio. As an older buyer, one of the reasons it gets criticized was why I actually favored it... a quiet engine. If you are driving a lot you don't want to hear noise all the time. I personally love the styling from the side and front and the coupe is for better in the back. In terms of driving, it is super fun. Rhis car loves to turn at speed. I go out of my way to find the curves. Storage is great in the center console. Personally, I don't care about the volume knob, but I do wish I had waited for the the parking break fix in 2019. It is hard to know if it is on. Overall, this car has made me a Honda enthusiast. It is clear they listen to their customers and pack in value for dollar.

@JamesAnderson-fw5ew 2 года назад

In the city, it should be good for mid 40s

@Illmatic662 7 лет назад

Bro your explanations of how you feel about a car, is fantastic. It's just as good as some of the best reviews I've ever seen, so glad I subscribed.

@deanchur 7 лет назад

Love how you point out the stuff that other car reviewers skim over or skip. I'll be looking for a new car in the near future and any car that screws up the HVAC and audio volume is instantly off my list. The driver should never have to take their eyes off the road so the manufacturer can make a "cleaner" cabin

@AJTalks 7 лет назад

4:49 Lol thats why I love this channel (besides the bomb reviews)

@Sam-vs5kg 6 лет назад

Alex Johnson good way to test the back seat when you are car shopping lmao

@gaspump 6 лет назад

They truly sneak something like that into every video if you're paying attention. Best part is you never know what it's going to be. Humping the front passenger seat from behind... playing "Farting In The Wind" in the SRT8 (visible on the infotainment screen)... or exclaiming how well a trunk can hold all the luggage, camera cases and dildos you can throw at it. Best car review channel is best.

@samk4065 6 лет назад

Cringiest shit I’ve ever seen

@jakerz1185 6 лет назад

Sam K its only cringy if you have 4 brain cells.

@paulaydinian4160 5 лет назад

Alex Johnson mmm

@rextex7018 5 лет назад

Just bought the SI...awesome package for the price...and I love the styling. Test drove a 370Z, WRX and GTI and the civic is the one I kept going back to for every day driving fun and livability. GTI was a close second but I already have a Golf (and the problems that come with owning a VW). I also think the GTI is so boring although very capable. Thanks for all the great reviews.

@syedlink27 5 лет назад

Rex Tex Are you still happy you bought the Si over the GTi and WRX? I'm in between these 3 vehicles. I keep going back to the Si because of Honda reliability/resale value and the fuel MPG numbers...

@burningknuckle26 4 года назад

Good choice. Its awesome bang for your buck

@kevinnorris6558 4 года назад

syedlink27 If you’re planning on daily commutes and practicality, the Si is great. The WRX is nice but it definitely chugs fuel and overall reliability is suspect (I own one). If you live in a heavily congested area, you may find the Honda a lot more manageable to drive in traffic when compared to the WRX. I’ve never driven a VW, let alone a GTI so I can’t help you on that. I know your comment was 8 months ago but just wanted to chip in.

@stefanod8360 7 лет назад

I'm still in awe why you don't have more subscribers. Production value is outstanding. It took me a bit to get your sense of humor. I'll support you on Patheon

@st4xor Год назад

Just re-watched this. Still spot-on all these years later. Continue to appreciate my 10th gen Si going on year #4 now

@FC3_RIPPER Месяц назад

Any mods or tune or just been running it bone stock all those years? Only wondering bcuz im considering it on my 2018 i got 8 months ago lol

@ZephyrCorsa 5 лет назад

His monotone voice and dry humor are the best combo💀💀 "3lbs of skin and dust" lmao

@BrashAdventures 5 лет назад

Just wanted to say thanks for the review. Definitely helped me in my decision to purchase a new Civic Si.

@MS-ux3id 5 лет назад

wtf never seen a better car review on youtube.. you actually lifted the car too !! Subscribed

@RRR-jd2oy 6 лет назад

I just bought an 18 SI and I have to say that your review is by far the most genuine and on point. I pretty much agreed with everything you said, if you're looking for an honest review on the 10th gen SI this is it. Good job

@asifalimirza 5 лет назад

After a ton of research and looking at lots of reviews (including this one), in June 2018 I bought a Civic Si. I completely do not regret it. Some of the annoyances of this car, such as not so smooth shifting, throttle response off the line and turbo lag etc. were easily fixed. Ktuner with Two Step Performances stage 1 tune fixed the performance issues, changing out the OEM Manual Transmission fluid with Amsoil Synchromesh made shifting and the transmission extremely smooth, and upgrading the shifter rocker with an Acuity Rocker upgrade reduced the gate spacing making shifting tighter and brought the gears closer together. I recently added a performance exhaust, so basically spending a little over $1000 completely revamped this car bringing it to a level that Honda probably should done as default

@kevinnorris6558 4 года назад

Wait, the shifting isn’t smooth? Honda’s are very smooth in my experience but I’ve never driven an Si.

@snail415 4 года назад

By chance do you know if Amsoil offers something for CVTs? I’m at about 45k on my ‘16 and need to pull the trigger on the 7-quart swap.

@xTWISTED_WAYZx Год назад

@@snail415 just in case someone runs across your question, the answer is yes. I used it and was impressed it did the job, but to hard to find around my area so I went back to Hondas fluid. That cvt went almost 250k miles ( think it was 235k)when it went .

@luv2machine 5 лет назад

Fantastic review. I'm 52 yrs old and probably don't fit the usual profile for this car. I was looking for an economical commuter car that has a "fun" factor. This car has exceeded my expectations. Reminds me of my 2005 RSX with a more useable torque curve. It's the perfect blend of modern tech, sport, and economy.

@RodofAllTrades 4 года назад

If you want to amp things up, get a Ktuner from Two Step Performance and a cold air intake from 27WON. You will NOT be disappointed! How's 255 HP and 295 LB-FT sound? It hits the mpg's for an average decrease of 1-1.5 mpg. (for me) I am 47 and this may very well be my mid-life crisis, LMAO! I bought my 2018 for all the same reasons as you did, but did some research and discovered a true wolf in sheep's clothing. It IS effortless. Oh, and don't forget the leather wrapped shift knob at 27WON Performance. No more burning the palm in the summer!

@1976Cordoba Год назад

Dang I had my '05 RSX for 14 years, sold it last year and miss it, and now I'm looking at used Civic coupes haha. Nice to know someone else is having a similar train of thought. Oh, and I am 54 - certainly not the typical Civic buyer lol.

@darealestwon 11 месяцев назад

I couldn’t agree with you more. I’m a soon to be 50 year old who used to have a 2000 integra gs-r it reminds me a lot of it, particularly the way it shifts and handles, except there’s much more power lower in the rom range

@darealestwon 11 месяцев назад

I also like how the sedan only weighs 17 more pounds from the coupe, so I can still feel sporty yet have more practical room

@kosta2177 Год назад

Thanks for all great reviews that you guys are doing

@Rb-sg5zi 3 года назад

I'm pretty sure the intimacy began in the back seat. Love your cannel guys

@P51 7 лет назад

Mr Goose: I own the 2017 Si Coupé. You're dead right about the parking brake, seat heater on shift, and volume knob. I'd add that the clutch action is a little funky. The seats ARE awesome. The LSD is killer. The vehicle dynamics are great. Mine doesn't surge in fourth gear--It seems I'm always in that gear around town. I can cruise the freeway all day long at 80 mph and 40 mpg. Watcha gonna say--Haters gonna hate. I'm really impressed by this car, and relieved you like it as much as I!

@nartin86 6 лет назад

I also own a 2017 si coupe. I drive like a mad man in town, and do 80mph on the freeway all the time, and still getting 34 mpg. This car is unbelievable. Doing the same thing with a GTI and you would be looking at 20 mpg and a trip to the car shop every other week.

@larphraulen 6 лет назад

How do you guys feel about the rev hang? Does it cause the car to lurch forward a lot on 1-2 shifts?

@nlong8438 5 лет назад

I own a 2017 GTI and with a roof rack at 80 mph I get 33mpg. I'm not sure what reviews or biased internet forums you've been reading, but GTI's are extremely efficient. Oh and its wayyyyyyyyyyy more reliable than my focus ST. That thing was at the dealer every two months. With a roof rack I could never get more than 27 mpg with it. Lay the rear seats down flat in the GTI and you've got almost a truck bed of storage space in the back. Open your eyes man, the GTI is phenomenal as is the new SI. I'm glad Honda finally discovered turbo chargers. If the SI was more of a true hatch, I would have considered it more. Love the blue paint.

@motorcitymanman7711 5 лет назад

@@NeightrixPrime Gal I used to work with had a 2012 tC, she hated it, it was at the dealer with problems more than she drove it.........

@pianodemon109 5 лет назад

@@motorcitymanman7711 probably a lemon. My 2012 scion tc is at 100k miles with ZERO problems since I drove it off the lot at 5 miles. Now im looking to upgrade to potentially this si or a wrx but I can't make up my mind.

@dannoyes4493 7 лет назад

Thank God you're back - You could have reviewed the 2018 Chevy Polyp and I'd be here, hanging on every word. Score - 10.0 P.S. - Not that epoxy flooring or track lighting isn't exciting...

@Keffus1965 6 лет назад

My first time watching one of your reviews. great work! Subscribed!

@whiterx3786 5 лет назад

I just wanted to say this was a great review. First video on this channel I've watched and I'm now looking into getting one

@slashbashin 7 лет назад

I left an RCR video to watch this. Thats how you know I was excited.

@ryanmoyer1 7 лет назад

I'd love to see a vehicle that Turbowski actually liked and got excited about hahah

@TassieLorenzo 7 лет назад

Porsche!!!!

@Elusive25 7 лет назад

Ryan Moyer not gonna happen lol

@kadie1414 7 лет назад

Hellcat

@trebors386 7 лет назад

He gets excited over a turbo PT Cruiser

@motopolak 7 лет назад

Don't forget the Lexus RCF.

@larphraulen 7 лет назад

I haven't watched the video yet but I have been waiting for your impressions of the car - compared to any other RU-vidr/journalist. Looking forward to it!

@jimreeves5476 3 года назад

Perfect analogy! I have a 2020 Si and love it. Bought it based somewhat on your opinion. Great job!

@clemsonpatriot5656 7 лет назад

I don't regret buying my 17 Si at all.

@davidb8831 6 лет назад

Clemson Patriot are you 17?

@zaitcev0 5 лет назад

How tall are you?

@christianspear6322 5 лет назад

Are you handsome?

@Namesi 5 лет назад

Are you high right now?

@Namesi 5 лет назад

Do you ever get nervous?

@brianfru1025 7 лет назад

Those so called " vents " are probably one of the ugliest add ons to a car. Not a fan of it at all but overall the civic is a great car

@jeffreymoore4132 7 лет назад

Completely agree. Those tack on pieces are right out of the Pontiac styling elements catalog of the 90s. The Fire bird did the same thing and folks hated it then too. I'm honestly curious as to how these design elements get okay'd.

@802Garage 7 лет назад

Literally RICE. Racing Inspired Cosmetic Enhancements. I'm fine with some factory styling to look fast, but I cannot stand form that doesn't follow function at all.

@MrFoof82 7 лет назад

Rear vents, and it's neither mid-nor-rear-engined which are the only cases where they'd possibly be functional.

@em1ownerify 7 лет назад

Brian Fru seriously. I was in the market in early 2015 and wanted a si because i was selling my 2000 civic si but test driving it and just looking at it i couldnt stand that front end. Its so ugly. Happy they styled it alittle less ricer aggressive but im happy i went with my 2014 gti. Should have been a no brainer though for me since i get paid to work on my own car under warrenty lmao. Honda needs to fix their shit man...they lost it. The honda accord coupe was the best but they got ride of the two door. So stupid

@felixianto 7 лет назад

This is what differs this car from other boring shit, this is the best design ever made, depending from what perspective you look at it

@mbvideombvideos7096 6 лет назад

I gotta say I love the foot well camera footage!

@fredboy007 7 лет назад

Thank you for giving an honest and thorough review, as always.

@leatherneck75 5 лет назад

i bought the 2019 civc si sedan model in blue, love it so far.

@802Garage 7 лет назад

Not doing a Type R? I'm impressed. Looking forward to this. Good to see you. #360pSquad

@ToxicHorsePucky 7 лет назад

802 Garage It turns into a Type R at 1080p

@j_bird27 5 лет назад

This video was one of the reasons I bought a ‘19 SI. Thanks man!

@benitodeluna970 Год назад

Very detailed and thorough review, great job!

@splewy 7 лет назад

I know everyone on the internet hates the styling of the new Civics, but I've owned a Civic hatch (Sport Touring) for a few months now and I've had a ton of people actually come up to me and compliment the looks of the car. Usually it's something like "That's a Civic? That's really sharp!" Granted, that is not at all why I bought the car (I thought everyone IRL would hate it as much as the Internet would). I think it just goes to show that maybe us car enthusiasts take things a little too seriously sometimes. Yes, the fake bumper vents are stupid, but to the average person, they make the car look cool and give it a lot of character that is missing in more humbly styled cars. I liken this car's styling to the Fast & Furious franchise. Yes it's over the top and stupid, but I like it anyways.

@ciello___8307 6 лет назад

splewy I agree. Aside from the bug rear "vents" the overall look of the civic hatchback and coupe are fresh and sporty.

@malakius 5 лет назад

Agreed. The car looks a hella of a lot better in person.

@andreyvillones5318 5 лет назад

YES! I have a 2017 coupe Si and I get several questions like “that’s a civic??” I love how sometimes it attracts some older gentlemen that are more biased towards cars from their generation at cars and coffee.

@malakius 5 лет назад

@@andreyvillones5318 I've been asked many times if that's a Civic, regarding my SI.

@YasumotoUS 5 лет назад

The hatch, IMO, has better proportions than the SI in sedan form, considering the bumpers (both front and rear).

@johnnysok9355 5 лет назад

Love your Channel bro, was thinking u should do review on a 2018 Honda Accord 2.0t in manual.

@garetht1236 6 лет назад

This video sold me. Subscribed. Well done Sir.

@dlegair9 5 лет назад

Just bought my ‘19 Si, volume button included lol. This review pushed me to get it and I’m happy as hell. Now all I need to do I wait a couple thousand miles and the mods will begin 😁

@jax1079 7 лет назад

The sixth gen... Oh yes. That was my high school life in a nutshell. F bodies and Civics with mad subwoofers in the trunk... I'm in the nineties all over again. That said, I'm in the "dig it" camp when it comes to the Civic's overall styling (but I completely agree about the fake intakes/vents). Great review. Really digging the style you've carved out with your channel.

@HiMyNameIsJonathan 6 лет назад

JAX same here bro I worked at blockbuster to save money for my 99 civic si in HS. Those were the best. Single deck pioneer CD player had all the ladies in my ride back then :D

@AlumarsX 7 лет назад

I wish the Si came as a hatchback. The Sport hatch is MUCH better looking.

@Devan0329 5 лет назад

Omar Carrasquillo agreed

@XxUltimateGodzXx 5 лет назад

Very subjective. Sport hatch looks like a lob sided blob to me.

@tr0llbuster292 5 лет назад

Also very subjective. Si may be faster and is more so for the track than the sport, but it has an HDMI exhaust, but I do like the wing. though. Lol. Besides, most Si owners from what I've seen are salty mainly because the sport hatch and Si look so similar interior and exterior and there isn't as much "exclusives". But the Si has power, suspension and shifting. Not only that, the color tonic yellow pearl can also be found on the regular Civic coupe minus the power. On the Sport and Sport touring hatch, they both literally have the same tires 235/40R18 while most of the civic line is at 215/50R17 or 215/50R16. And on the Civic couple, the rear is the same while the hatches are different in terms of the "fake" vents. I have the sport hatch, but of course the Si is better, not because of the looks, but because what it delivers in terms of performance. (And because of the infotainment system). With the Si, you're getting the best of everything. On the sport especially, you're actually limited on the infotainment system, but that depends on the driver.

@tr0llbuster292 5 лет назад

@LastRaven So... you nit picked out one point out many points I made? Lol. I got you. 1. That was an observation [I personally have seen which is subjective] from people who also own Si's. 2. But does that mean ALL Si owners are salty because the sport hatch and the Si are the same even though it says "most"? Obviously not because it doesn't state "all". 3. You many not care but that doesn't mean other Si owners don't care and vice versa. 4. This.. is.. all.. subjective.. mate.

@KagemushaRonin 5 лет назад

Omar Carrasquillo I very much agree. Honda really fucked up by not making a Si version of the Hatchback. I mean with a few mods the Hatchback isn't any different than the Si in my opinion. If they slapped a Si symbol on the Hatchback Sport I bet you everyone would be buying that hatchback instead of the lame sedan. Thats why they didn't make a "Sport Injected" version of the hatchback.

@jmf_5 7 лет назад

Would love if you could do an 8th gen Si video. Your attention to detail and no bs approach is very very refreshing. Hope you get many more subscribers mate !!

@tonywencil8450 7 лет назад

Best car content and host on the youtubes. Keep it up!

@arjund.4817 4 года назад

I can’t be the only one that finds these oddly soothing

@lastwhtknight3002 3 года назад

I find it very soothing to watch hrs and hrs of SavageGeese.

@Slowyourrollvarietyshow 3 года назад

Therapy for sure

@summerofpie 5 лет назад

This review helped greatly in making a '19 Si coupe my daily driver. Plus I got the ultimate compliment from my 13 year old nephew, who asked me to pick him up from school, specifically so he could show off and say to his friends "Gotta jet. My ride's here." Thanks!

@monGaleForce 6 лет назад

This is great stuff, great review. I min even stuff I didn't know I wanted to know u have covered...

@fer428000 7 лет назад

Best review to date you deserve 1m views man

@asifalimirza 6 лет назад

So after owning the 2018 Civic Si for a month now, I have to say that this is an amazing car. Here are the pros: sporty look Comfortable and spacious seating Lots of storage space, spacious trunk Thought out interior design Super responsive 1.5L engine 6 speed MT amazing handling and cornering very quiet engine (for being so small) Now the cons: removal of buttons for simple tasks put into the Infotainment system annoying notch sound when shifting into second and sometimes 4th ECU interferes when accelerating hard off the line My biggest complaint is basically the same complaint I have for all new cars. Why the hell do you take away the buttons and knobs for the AC and radio? If I want to adjust the fan or the AC settings, I have to go into the climate screen and make those adjustments, which can be distracting while driving. I just want a fricken button or knob, like in my 2006 Camry. I don't mind the screens for other functions such as adjusting certain functions or for my backup camera, but for stuff we do everyday, there should be buttons and knobs, or just knobs and buttons! Other than that, this is a pretty awesome car that is fast, responsive in the lower RPM range, and rewards you for going hard without sacrificing to much gas mileage. I took it on a trip between the Northern California bay area and LA, and it was comfortable to drive, did not slow down a bit on hwy 152 and the Grapevine (those of you who live in California know about the Grapevine!) and easily kept up with the big boys like the Charger and Mustangs, and surpassed them on the curvy roads of hwy 152 and the Grapevine!

@KagemushaRonin 5 лет назад

Hecker pass is where I test my 2018 civic Hatch. Gotta say it loves the turns. HWY 17 is even better. I couldn't believe how fast I could go on those turns to the point I was keeping up with BMWs and Porches going at least 80MPH My next attack is on HWY9 and HWY35 and HWY84 I'm sure the Si handles a little better than my hatch but I'm having tons of fun and getting amazing MPG all around.

@mr.tuckers2848 4 года назад

Mirz_786 I couldn’t agree more. Those are the best roads in the Bay Area to put this car and it’s engine to the test. I can’t wait to get one myself except I hate all this Honda sensing crap that’s being put on the new 2020 models. When I get one, the first thing I’m going to do is get a Hondata and disable the infamous “Rev-hang” issue. Next mods will be a PRL intake then a nice MAP Catback or MagnaFlow Exhaust.

@jamesmedina2062 4 года назад

@@mr.tuckers2848 the stock SI exhaust flows and sounds pretty good.

@doctorferdinand1003 7 лет назад

The 10th gen chassis is definitely the best handling civic platform we've seen, but the motor is just so bland. The soul of these cars was always the ultra responsive, high revving motors. I really can't imagine these chassis improvements are really worth sacrificing the thing that made sporty Hondas so enjoyable.

@crispinsugita9398 7 лет назад

If you look at the old Integra Type R or Prelude SH's, the chassis was equally (if not more) important. There's a reason why those cars were heralded as "the best handling FWD cars ever." They had great chassis with independent suspensions. The 10th gen has a great chassis with an independent rear suspension like those old cars. You can't add an independent suspension in the after market. What you can add is power.

@carlmanu 7 лет назад

+Crispin Sugita adding power does not necessarily add character. I wish they would've kept exhaust vtec on this engine. The same way they did with the new type r engine

@fatboy19831 7 лет назад

The Integra type R was an Amazing car. It holds up well even today.

@doctorferdinand1003 7 лет назад

The key to the DC2 Chassis is far more complicated than simply being IRS (every si for the past 2 decades has also been IRS), but I see your point. Chassis dynamics are important, especially if you're talking about something like a type R. But the soul of a performance Honda is in it's motor, particularly when we're talking about Si's which historically have been much more about their motor than their chassis. The issue with this car isn't power, it's character. The car is only slightly slower than the previous two generations, but it's missing ALL of the character. There has been no shortage of good handling FWD cars for the past 20 years, and that's especially true today. Honda's offerings have often been slower than these competitors but Honda has always delivered an extremely special feeling, frenetic power train. With this advantage ceded, Honda is competing in a field of other DI-T cars that handle well with no defining attributes to elevate this Si. Sure, the car handles better, but with it's distinguishing feature removed, why buy an Si over it's competitors that also handle very well?

@fatboy19831 7 лет назад

Good point.......I find it hard to believe that the new Si is a better all around car than Even the Fiesta ST.

@teemohnay 6 лет назад

Epic review. Subbed. I just bought the 2018 si sedan and love it so far.

@frankpavan7865 5 лет назад

Goose, nice work your are an original with a sense of humor ....Love it!!!!!

@AmanRajput01 7 лет назад

Designers took sleeping pills.... LOOOOLLL I DIED

@topspin4hand 6 лет назад

Sounds like it has a great FWD chassis, sufficient power, and good economy. Doesn't really get much better at this price point.

@MegaHollywood1971 5 лет назад

That was a very understandable review. Agree with the quirks you pointed out and your overall synopsis. Totally honest....

@MrWesQ 6 лет назад

Thank you for this video. Just picked up a '17 White Si today.

@mitchellboling2941 5 лет назад

You didn't mention the GTI until the very end, why do you prefer this to the GTI?

@silverturd4421 5 лет назад

Put a sock on the shifter like you did when you were younger! Haha

@carcrazysammy 7 лет назад

Another supurb review. Keep up the great work!

@paulstabin6233 6 лет назад

Your reviews are a class act, a must see for me. Have a blue 2017 SI sedan and 10,000 miles love it. The issues I have- rev hang and pedal spacing can be fixed(Hondata and Accuity). The handling, braking and everything else are already there.

@leonwaltemate6152 10 месяцев назад

Love my 2019 SI Coupe ( 30 lbs. Lighter than the sedan).

@1lifeonearth 4 года назад

I disagree, i think the car looks beautiful. the new accord also looks amazing.

@UltimaRSfan 7 лет назад

Thumbs up before watching. After watching, wanted to give another thumbs up. Excellent review!

@los_fc3184 4 года назад

Just subscribed to your channel your reviews are awesome accurate and funny. I picked up my Si July of 2017 and enjoy every drive I’m currently on a e35 tune using Ktuner and it’s at another level.

@brettcastro97 7 лет назад

I really wish car companies would stop putting carbon fiber in interiors. It's just not an appealing look to me. Even if it's actually real carbon fiber, I don't like it. The exception is if it's a car where they're trying to shave every bit of weight they can off the car. But when it's only put there for aesthetic purposes, I don't get it.

@JonasRosenven 7 лет назад

I personally don't like the look of carbon fiber inside cars either. If it's the only option and it is purely cosmetic I find it silly but I do like that it is an option to choose from. I feel much the same way about alcantara. It has its place but it wears incredibly bad and feels like hard plastic when worn down. The reason of my dislike mostly comes from Porsche. Alcantara costs about a tenth of what leather costs to produce but they charge the same for both.

@savagegeese 7 лет назад

+brettcastro97 Its a gimmick. I agree.

@Elusive25 7 лет назад

brettcastro97 yeah it really isn't that great

@jayg7482 7 лет назад

No more carbon fiber trim! No one ever likes it stop using it!

@e5m956 7 лет назад

I like it.

@Chase-yg5no 6 лет назад

where do I get a SavageGeese hat?

@aclark106277 6 лет назад

new to the channel. love the content man. good humor mixed in with a serious review

@Gillster9180 7 лет назад

love the videos keep the good work up man

@jamesdunn2054 6 лет назад

Nice review. As I grow into my 40s, I tend to agree with this review. Gone are the days where I am going to mod the crap out of a car, but just want something fun, something with a lot of power down low, and something i can tote kids in. I don't want to have to rev the hell out of it to get power like the old Si of yore. The adjustable dampers, the LSD make this the perfect FWD car in my opinion. The lack of manual ebrake is almost a deal breaker though. Can't decide between this and a WRX. Hmm.....

@grahamwhite9138 6 лет назад

James Dunn My friend has one, and I️ agree, it’s a good car, but I️ feel like it has no life to it. It’s to emotionless, the engine sounds very bland. But that’s just me

@IaMaWeSoMe7478 6 лет назад

Wrx hands down then you get AWD..

@alejandro9rojas 6 лет назад

I'm curious, which one did you end up getting?

@hawkgaming3029 6 лет назад

I vote get the SI, do an exhaust swap and a vit viper tune and suddenly your in love for very little money

@zroger73 7 лет назад

1. The purpose of the small opening on the front passenger vent isn't to let air IN - it's to let the sound of the horns OUT. 2. Pulling UP on the electric parking brake switch and activates the parking brake just like pulling UP on the handle of a mechanical parking brake.

@savagegeese 7 лет назад

+zroger73 Except you have to have your foot on the brake and there is delay in actuation and release if you dont hold brake long enough. If I want to pull brake I cant, have to get in car and put foot on brake. Fine for auto trans not so much for manual.

@cardigansrule 7 лет назад

you shouldn't use the parking brake anyway unless it's parked on a steep hill. leave it in 1st or 2nd gear. or reverse if the car is pointed down hill. using the brake can warp the rotors or make the brake pads stick to the rotors, especially if you are using a more aggressive compound.

@stebecinc 7 лет назад

Yes I have found this to be a nuisance. I have a 17 hatch sport. This is my first Honda. We will see in 3 years if it is replaced with another Honda. I wished the hatch sport had more power and the Si brakes and suspension. It wasnt out when I was looking for a vehicle. Seems cheap in some areas. No gages. Thats stupid. Our 16 Focus hatch sport has more but cost less. Except for the horsepower/torque.

@scottkanerva 7 лет назад

Is there any good reason to use the parking brake? I've just been parking mine in 1st like I always have...

@alansmilealot 7 лет назад

Scott Kanerva so your car isn't using the transmission to hold itself in place, I rather wear out a cable than a transmission

@willyd4850 4 года назад

Outstanding review aa always!

@gsdsd5399 6 лет назад

awesome videos.. your sense of humour is great

@zollotech 7 лет назад

After seeing the engine when the civic first came out, the mess under the hood and the problem they had with the piston wrist pin clips made me decide that they cheated out or didn’t care.

@driveri1435 3 года назад

When the civic first came out? You mean this one?

@JanMichaelFranklin 7 лет назад

I think the Si should've been released closer to the release of the standard cars. It's hard to be excited about this car with the Type-R coming at nearly the same time. Everyone needs to take notes from Porsche on these release schedules.

@savagegeese 7 лет назад

+Jan-Michael Franklin I agree, all Civics should be setup this way. I dont see it as an Si.

@JanMichaelFranklin 7 лет назад

savagegeese 90's Honda (You know, the company that had big balls?) would've done it that way!

@scottkanerva 7 лет назад

Worked on me though. I ate a little money and upgraded. Don't regret it one bit.

@ThePinoyMamba 6 лет назад

I watch the whole thing... Thanks for an awesome Review...

@ValkyrieMagnus 5 лет назад

I’ve owned a 3rd gen Integra then an RSX and a 2008 Civic Si which I loved the most. I now drive a sporty V6 AWD family car because I have a family but miss the the Civic Si. I still like to see videos like this to see what the Civic Si is like now. Great review.

@gamer420life4 6 лет назад

good review. can u do a review on 2018 Honda Accord Sport 2.0T ? just like u did with the Civic Si?.. Thanks..

@universaldragonninja 4 года назад

I love quiet cars. Ive owned a 2004 Acura tl and i fell in love with how quiet and refined it is while at the same time being able to haul ass. I never find myself wishing i had a blaring loud car.

@directreply350 7 лет назад

I've never seen a review by this guy before but man this guy cracks me up, ice cold with the jokes "it says it on the seat" 😂😂 great, to-the-point review

@MCHellshit 3 года назад

Just bought a 2020 Si and saw this video. They fixed almost everything you complained about and its pretty much perfect!

@Martenjr3 7 лет назад

Hey there savagegeese. A couple months ago if you recalled I asked if you could get a type r to review. I really appreciate you doing the si model. I really wanted this review as well but I am curious to hear what you think of the type r.

@savagegeese 7 лет назад

+Serenade Blue Its on the schedule.

@Martenjr3 7 лет назад

savagegeese that's awesome man

@gamer420life4 6 лет назад

savagegeese any chance of review on 2018 Honda Accord Sport 2.0T ?

@PipeOPhile 7 лет назад

The rev-hang is unforgivable. And I love Honda.

@wonkydada 6 лет назад

Leuff a tune fixes that easy

@ciello___8307 6 лет назад

Not Honda's fault. They have to comply with regulations. They aren't the only company doing it

@jameswilson3272 6 лет назад

From everything I have seen it is because of the dual mass flywheel. It is worse at high rpm for sure. I have to granny it to rev match or say screw it and shift to the next gear fast and take some clutch wear. Low rpm it is much better.

@terranova_irl 7 лет назад

Nail, as usual your are spot on. Love ur videos and style 👏 Keep on. 👍

@paulstabin6233 6 лет назад

13,500 miles since last August on my '17 Aegean Blue Si sedan and no issues. Your review is spot on. I find that mileage on highway or longer in town trips is better then claimed, but way worse on very short excursions under 3 miles I screwed up and missed getting it with the summer tires. Trying to wear out the all seasons but the damn things won't die. Handling is still amazing so can't wait to see what this chassis wtill do with good summer tires. For the money there really is nothing else that does so many things right.