I'm not a fan of all the faux metallic trim adorning the instrument cluster. As far as sound systems go, all I care about is that the Si emits all the right noises from the engine compartment.
Funny you mention the GTI. It's been a slow seller, and with the VW diesel scandal, I can see dealers giving huge incentives. That said, the Civic Si will be very special. I don't even mind if it doesn't have LEDs or comes with a 1.5 turbo, as long as there's a limited-slip diff and decent...
I disagree, but it doesn't really matter. One can find Volkswagen cues in a Bentley if they look closely. If Honda can save a couple bucks in places nobody scrutinizes, I guess it's acceptable.
Even if there is a modest price increase for the LX, it'll be superior to the model it's replacing. For one, it will feature rear disc brakes. Also, I believe automatic climate control will be standard. On a separate note, this car looks fantastic in red.
Wait, who wrote that press release? It contains a few spelling and grammatical errors. Also, isn't the LX the base model? Apart from that, the front end of the new Civic reminds me of the previous generation Ford Fusion. I guess I'll get over it. Now someone please just drive one!
I was admittedly one of those people whining about the increase in exterior dimensions, but it doesn't appear that the 10th-gen is that much bigger than its predecessor. Maybe it's the camera angles. In any case, I'm dying to see the sedan in Si trim. Any day now, Honda?
It looks ginormous, but maybe it will be smaller in real life. I was under the impression that there's an an Si sedan in the works. However, it appears that the Si will be offered in coupe and hatch bodystyles.
That's a pretty nice palette to choose from. One thing that I'd like to see improved is the paint quality. My dearly departed '11 Si left me sorely disappointed in that department. The front end was riddled with rock chips and assorted scratches, some right down to the bone, er, metal. I'm...
The only hiccup I've witnessed in "Honda History" was the underwhelming 2012 Civic. But even that model was endowed with all the virtues of a Honda. There's no way that the Toyota RAV4 is superior to a CR-V, and the Ridgeline is the Accord of pick-up trucks. Which is a good thing.
I'm wondering when Honda will allow the automotive press to drive these new Civics. I'm dying to read about driving impressions from the likes of Car&Driver, Automobile, and Motor Trend.
I wasn't crazy about this design initially, but it's grown on me considerably. Now I'm really looking forward to the Si sedan. The combination of a torquey turbo engine, buttery smooth 6-speed manual, and legendary Honda quality is too appealing to pass up. I hope they get the sound right. I...
The Si should hit the sweet spot. Even the outgoing model, while described as "slow" by Honda bashers, has more than enough to help one lose their license. I'd be happy with 220hp and a healthy amount of torque. You know, like the GTI, minus the repeat visits to the service department.
I hope the Si will still come standard with a limited-slip differential. I can't recall having read anything about that. LED headlights would also be welcome.
I hope those metallic-looking pieces of trim are actually metal, not painted plastic. As for the Si models, I'd be grateful if they didn't have those i-VTEC stickers adorning the sides.