Why Buy? | 2018 Honda Civic Si Review

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Motor1 Executive Editor Seyth Miersma takes the latest iteration of Honda’s storied Si to see if it's still a compelling buy despite the relative power deficit in it's competitive segment.
For more Honda Civic Si: www.motor1.com/honda/civic-si/
As-tested price: $24,775
Over the last two years, ultra-hot compacts like the VW Golf R, Ford Focus RS, and Honda Civic Type R, have dominated the attention of gearheads. It’s almost easy to forget that an entirely separate class of fun-to-drive car lives just under that top-tier class - including this all new, and very good, Honda Civic Si.
Available as a coupe or the sedan you see in our latest Why Buy? video - but critically not as a hatchback - the new Si carries on in the noble tradition of inexpensive thrills set out by its predecessors. If you confine your thinking to stats, you won’t be blown away by 205 horsepower, even though it’s now being produced by just 1.5 turbocharged liters. But once behind the wheel the car really comes alive, with pert handling and great driver feedback.
So, while the mega-hatches rightfully have earned a lot of ink in 2017, don’t sleep on the Civic Si. To learn more (much more) you need only click on the video above for our deep look at the ins and outs of this happy compact. If you like the video and the format, please click the subscribe button on our RU-vid homepage - we have new videos for you every week.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Engine: 1.5-Liter Turbocharged I4
Output: 205 Horsepower / 192 Pound-Feet
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
EPA Fuel Economy: 28 City / 38 Highway / 32 Combined
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Host: Seyth Miersma
Video Producer: James Bradbury

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@b3aronyt 7 лет назад

I just got the Si and I love the car. I consider it the perfect car for someone who commutes to work but also wants something fun to drive on the weekend.

@Yondaily 7 лет назад

I can't believe how fast the Civic si sedan grew up on me so fast I'm in love

@vwmatt33 7 лет назад

Drove a 4dr Si today. I found it to be a lot of fun. I came in thinking the HP/Torque ratings were really going to hurt this car with such a huge gap between this and the Type R. That was further from the truth. The Si had plenty of usable torque. Not GTI low end torque, but enough to make a difference. Love the right turn signal display on the info screen. That's pure genius. Over all it's about 85% of a VW GTI. If I was one to keep cars for 5-8 years I would pick the Si. But I don't. I trade every 2-3 years and I'm always under warranty. Can't help but think a 275HP Si-R and fill that gap.

@davidcoons89 5 лет назад

Excellent video and review guys! I absolutely loved the camera work and editing and especially appreciated and enjoyed the fun and helpful use of time-lapse! Great objective overview with accurate information that was presented quite succinctly And I also appreciated your personal subjective feelings being expressed clearly as such and mostly separately from the objective content. What a great and thorough review which provides a balanced and fair look at the upsides as well as the downsides to purchasing the tenth-gen Civic Si! Take note all others reviewers...this is how a proper, entertaining and thorough review should be formatted! Well done!!

@_chan.burn.21_ 7 лет назад

The real reason they aren’t offering the Civic Si as a hatchback is because of the Civic Type R, considering it is ONLY available as a hatchback. It would be nice for there to be a hatchback Si as it would be a well-rounded competitor to the Golf GTI and the Focus/Fiesta ST, but the coupe is probably the best way to go for the Si unless you absolutely need the extra space the sedan has to offer.

@Tigerex966 5 лет назад

Where is the type r coupe

@SajjadSayyedAhmed 7 лет назад

Everyone so busy with the type r that this is the only good si review 😂

@grahamwhite9138 7 лет назад

The Si looks great in person and it's very nice to drive

@ethan6439 7 лет назад

Graham White it's a manual🙁 and manuals are a hassle

@jeremykm 7 лет назад

Sean you can take this L

@rj.charles 7 лет назад

Sean SMH

@aidananchaya 6 лет назад

Take an L. Do you consider yourself a car guy, cause you are not? Manual cars are amazing. SMH

@Mr_Chris77 5 лет назад

Do Si fans have any idea what the car is all about? The Si was never meant to be a world beater. If you want tons of HP and torque, go get a GT Mustang and be done with it. The Si is a fun drivers car. It's not fast, but it's quick. You can throw it around curvy roads and have a blast and it'll beg for more. As for everyone saying that, whatever generation Si they're driving currently, is the best, that's antiquated thinking. I've owned an 8th and 9th generation Si and the power and torque of the 10th generation bests both of them. Multiple dyno videos have shown that Honda underrated the power numbers on the 10th generation Si. The interior of the new Si is far superior to the last two generations. It also has more technology, better infotainment. Oh and it has a little thing called adaptive damping suspension. Oh...oh...and it gets 40mpg on the highway. The only fault I see with the new Si is the garbage rear bumper on the sedan, but the coupe solves that issue. You keep your high revving VTEC and I'll take the far superior 10th generation.

@TheEgb18c 6 лет назад

I just got my SI and a 2017 CRV yesterday and I got to say I came in skeptical about this car. and left a very happy customer I love the new SI it's awesome I used to own a 2013 Focus ST this car isn't as fast but I enjoy it just as much right now you get a lot for your money

@mbmont3 6 лет назад

Gerardo Ortiz has

@kI2ispi 6 лет назад

I'm thinking of trading in my 2014 focus ST for a 2018 si. How was your transition? Do you regret it? My ST is at about 71k miles and starting to worry about reliability.

@liquidmuffins 5 лет назад

Might be picking up a new Si tomorrow, this just got me that more excited. Thanks!

@paulstabin6233 6 лет назад

One of the better produced videos. Gave out 14K on my '17 Si sedan and love it. Two minor points you left out-bad rev hang and an inability to consistently maintain set speed on cruise. Again, if I could go back in time I would happily buy it again.

@2ZH 7 лет назад

So is there anything different between the 17 and 18?

@robbyjay8119 6 лет назад

I'm gonna get one next year..! I cant wait!! *LOVE IT*

@b3aronyt 7 лет назад

I love how these always get filmed in Detroit. Watching the dilapidated fly by in the background is always a joy.

@AMan-he9sz 7 лет назад

I submit that, If you consider the tech included with this vehicle, it is markedly cheaper than a GTI or Focus.

@JeffSpehar-ov1cn 7 лет назад

GTI blows it out of the water.

@SK-lt1so 7 лет назад

If you can keep the GTI out of the repair shop.

@mattnguyen3751 7 лет назад

S Kirk I have both a 9th gen Civic si and the MK7 GTI. I bought both brand new and my civic has been in the for repairs 4 times within the 40,000 miles I've put on it. My GTI has had zero issues...Honda's WERE reliable back in the 90's...

@johnbcardin 7 лет назад

Download the truecar app. Put in the si. Note the price. Put in the gti. Note the price. Come back and post about price after doing that.

@Jr-Cane-Corso 7 лет назад

Me and my brother bought 2 nes cars 1 MONTH apart from each other and hes had his in the shop 5 times now lol civic si... zero for me

@ShadeShifted 4 года назад

Hey man thanks for the great review. How tall are you?? I’m 6’5 considering getting one.

@motorcitymanman7711 5 лет назад

The Coupe looks SO MUCH better without those HUGE fake rear vents!!!

@Tigerex966 5 лет назад

6th 8th and 10th gen coupes are my favorites

@shaneman20 6 лет назад

Is there any way we could get a "Why Buy?" on a new Civic Type R? I've been legitimately thinking about getting one as a daily driver compared to the Civic Si Sedan, Civic Sport Hatchback (6sp), and Civic EX-T Sedan (6sp).

@greenteaextractor 6 лет назад

Wait...how does it look again? Can i...can I get one more look?

@GianniEndo 5 лет назад

I'm really really thinking on purchasing the new Si coupe. Imo it's the cheapest and the most well equipped brand new vehicle money can buy.

@subvet3668 7 лет назад

Nice review. Hate the rear styling of the sedan. The coupe looks so much better. Kind of regret they dropped stand alone navigation system.

@melchormasias3812 5 лет назад

How tall are u?

@CHAD-pj8rx 2 года назад

I've been in the market for a 2018 Honda Civic si and was wondering what type of fuel you put in it. I know the owner's manual states that the car should receive premium, but can it take regular? Furthermore, I think the car has a knock sensor that changes the ignition timing caused by the difference in the fuel quality. Still, I would like to eliminate knocking altogether to preserve the engine.

@goldenduck7294 7 лет назад

I just bought the Si a few hours ago :p

@carsfanandminivanfanfattah9571 6 лет назад

Golden Duck so how was it?

@Tigerex966 5 лет назад

Congrats

@rfunk727 6 лет назад

Bought the 2 door 2018 Civic Si for my son several weeks ago (didn't like the large fake air ducts on the back end). We test drove the Ford Focus ST and the Hyundai Veloster Turbo with the dual clutch also). The Honda had the best fit and finish of the 3, although the Focus St had more horse power.

@kuya_mike7813 5 лет назад

Not enough potential for raw power? I’m on ktuner (no other mods) beating bolt on wrxs and keeping up with STIs. And even when I was stock I was neck to neck with a GTI. Not hating, just clarifying the fact that these cars have just as much potential as any other performance car.

@buildmorefarms1007 7 лет назад

Whats with the weird voice asking questions?

@CalvinHikes 6 лет назад

Yea, it's super weird. Almost unbearable.

@youngboyharless9769 6 лет назад

And that voice UGH lol Is it a good daily driver???????????? NO SHIT SHERLOCK

@jonnyspeed 7 лет назад

I test drove one and I liked everything about it except the HUGE turbo lag.

@greenteaextractor 6 лет назад

Jonathan Hatfield I wholeheartedly agree.

@GianniEndo 5 лет назад

That, and the really springy feeling clutch

@TheMisterKarolek 7 лет назад

3:40 Packard Factory?

@621deezy 6 лет назад

how tall r u? im 6'1 and curious if this a good fun daily

@williamtufts3600 6 лет назад

Bobby Wisdom he's 6ft 5in

@youngboyharless9769 6 лет назад

9th gen Si checking in..I love my car but I'm trading up to a X here in a week or so. Want the coupe in Blue but everyone 100 miles from me is SOLD OUT :(

@BrianHer530 5 лет назад

The SI should come in a hatchback too..

@willhuynh9077 5 лет назад

Cool car but that magic bottle tho! 4:50

@NotThatSlow 7 лет назад

Was this review filmed in Detroit?

@acchaladka 7 лет назад

California dealer plates though.

@frankieb7405 6 лет назад

acchaladka Honda US headquarters in Torrance, California

@jaysimpson5832 7 лет назад

How tall are you?

@jimmydaves 7 лет назад

I was going to ask the same question. This guy is my size and I was afraid that the Si might not be big enough or comfortable enough for daily use.

@abrahamtiersen966 7 лет назад

jimmydaves so how tall are you? I'm 6.0 and got the same issue :(

@abrahamtiersen966 7 лет назад

Seyth Miersma will you marry me? Little seyth?

@jasongardner3206 6 лет назад

As much as I like the Si, I had an opportunity to buy the car in the 2 door and Blue... But I just couldn't bye it. Mainly because of that dinky 1.5L, AND how tech heavy it is. Also no spare tire (which in my mind is a HUGE safety issue)

@dyingangelo 7 лет назад

I'll wait couple of years after they refine these new generation and also pay off my car. Lol

@tyjohn2378 7 лет назад

Very nice Civic But this dude fit in Hummer more than Civic

@gman8230 7 лет назад

thats a 2017

@carsfanandminivanfanfattah9571 6 лет назад

Dance suitcase dance !!

@paulstabin6233 6 лет назад

That was supposed ti read 'put on 14,000 miles' not 'gave out'.

@Hobgoblin985 7 лет назад

2017 you mean?

@Hobgoblin985 7 лет назад

Seyth Miersma why are some places calling it 2017 and some 2018?

@coolronz 7 лет назад

a tall fella like you shouldn't be in a compact... its made for little people like me... lol

@MoonBeamLaser 7 лет назад

Would this car be comparable to the Toyota 86?

@wheelskeeponspinning8557 7 лет назад

MoonBeamLaser get that 86 this new Hondas are garbage

@SavagexRaccoon 7 лет назад

Vtec killed and replaced with a turbo instead for a better piwer curve but thats not what people want they want to rev the piss out of a na then get a big jump in power

@carsfanandminivanfanfattah9571 6 лет назад

Btw this car is going in my driveway

@SoteroA 5 лет назад

Theres an SI hatch 😏

@DDIAZ-we4dz 6 лет назад

mmmm. i could get a gto or a corvette or a mustang gt for that money.

@swanblake 7 лет назад

Given the fact that Honda consent discount on price, I personally would either go BRZ or Elantra Sport and save some money. The Elantra Sport is going for $20k fully loaded. Civic SI at $25k is too much money in my opinion

@mrch33sehed93 7 лет назад

Money you'll probably have to use later for maintenance for the huunday, so the civic might not be that more expensive :)

@clemsonpatriot5656 7 лет назад

I paid $23,600 for mine..... Add in all tax, title, and registration fees and I am still below MSRP.

@ScottMerrihew 7 лет назад

Kyle Yeomans how'd you go about getting that? I've never really had to "wheel and deal" for a car but I'm hoping to get into a new one under msrp

@clemsonpatriot5656 7 лет назад

Scott Merrihew That was the sale price from the dealership. They pride themselves with have the best "no haggle" pricing. I was lucky to be able to get there in time before someone else did. Other dealerships I talked with were wanted above MSRP and some cases THOUSANDS above. You just need to find a dealership who doesn't want to screw you over.

@ethanl8914 7 лет назад

Kyle Yeomans same here got mine for 22k minus title and taxes.

@Apakman 6 лет назад

How much money you get from this TV ad. Every aspect you say it is perfect even though the seat headrest is not adjustable and I don't think you looks like enjoy. Sorry, but this is not how selling cars ad should be

@sleepwalker2112 5 лет назад

What's all this rambling about the head rest…? You never actually rest your head on it when you drive, wheither it's ajustable or not, unless you drive with your head backward like your about to fall asleep. It's just there to help prevent neck injuries in case you get hit from behind.

@jackhammer4656 7 лет назад

Went from a great revving 2.0 which I have in a 2009 Si to a 2.4 which I also currently own in my 2012 Si to this BS. Honda has made themselves irrelevant with this half ass edition of the Si. WTF is Honda purposely limiting their performance for??? Next up for me is definitely a Subaru WRX.

@dsinghr 5 лет назад

wht the fuck is with the bumpers!

@JeffSpehar-ov1cn 7 лет назад

Might as well get the civic ex-t almost as fast (not fast).

@scottsmith491 6 лет назад

I really love all thing's Japanese, but this car is not made for me. Not track oriented enough. To heavy. Take off all the wiz_bang junk, add 30hp and loose about 600lbs. Then I'am in.

@2003evodave 6 лет назад

Jeff Welbes --designed and build in America IE all USA and Canada all except for the transmission is from India.

@wheelskeeponspinning8557 7 лет назад

but where is the VTEC!! I've been a Honda fan since I could remember. This new Hondas are garbage 1.5 liter non VTEC wow

@Denersena 7 лет назад

I hate this also. Non VTEC?! WHAT THE FUCK ARE YOU DOING, HONDA?

@kanjsoni 7 лет назад

It's replaced by VTC. It's better for turbo charged cars.

@battosaijenkins946 7 лет назад

@MOTOR1, the silver color is nice However I like many others don't like the rear's ugly gaping holes, No full LED front headlights in USA (canada has them like touring model), and the rear spoiler. Let's get a mild minor refresh for 2018 c'mon~!!!

@macdee6040 7 лет назад

Oh FFS just be glad Honda didn't kill the SI period.

@michaelhansen2309 7 лет назад

1.5 liter turbo moron. Have you even tried it? It drives fucking good.

@erichelfrich1011 7 лет назад

I have an 07 civic si. I really really dont like the body styling. The ridiculous giant black faux openings on the front and rear bumpers are frivolous/not needed and purely cosmetic. They look awful and ruin the look of the car. Just my opinion.

@BAHRAMCR 6 лет назад

Man, those light in the back are so ugly. Somebody got to come up with something more appealing to the eye. And what's with the all black interior ? It looks cheap.

@Ashton_2176 7 лет назад

The new civic si coupe has the best design the, new civic si sedan has a very ugly rear end and it doesn't look good at all as a sedan, because they just slapped on the hatchback poorly made rear bumper onto the sedan they should have given the civic si rear diffuser with dual exhaust. The new 1.5 litre engine is a great engine, and now the civic si has some shared components with the civic type r, also it's great without VTEC or i-VTEC because it now has a forced induction and the turbo works really fast, and I have driven the new civic si coupe and it was a fun and amazing car to drive!