Honestly there's no real reason to buy "luxury" other than name recognition. You can get many of the "comfort" and "features" from a "regular" brand car.
I've owned an Si before (as well as 2 other Civics), so I may be a tad partial.
I drove a WRX (the only other real competitor for me), and it wasn't even close.
Before purchasing the Si, Household 6 signed off on a '19 Mustang GT w/ the performance package. After the test drive, I REALLY wanted it. However, with 2 kids, I though better of it (although it was a hell of a deal). Like yea, I can "fit" my kids back there, but it'd be uncomfortable even for...
The Fiesta is more comparable to a Fit than a Civic
I enjoyed my Focus ST (ST 3 package), but the torque steer is way more noticeable (regardless of tires) IMO. Recaro's also aren't stock on the ST (that's another package).
Now I may be slightly biased as I've owned an Si before (as well as 2...
Kinda into Honda's. This is now my 4th Civic and 2nd Si. My other vehicle is a Honda Ridgeline.
I wanted a fun car to drive that still made sense as a "family" car.
Owns a Hyundai 3 days...will defend until death. LOL
I'm not saying it's a good or bad car, I really DGAF. You bought it not me. I was simply pointing out a fact (you read into it what you did, I never said anything about reliability).
I'm not bashing, just calling it like I see it. It's also...