I get the impression that they've lost perspective on why someone might choose an Si over an R...
https://www.motortrend.com/cars/honda/civic/2019/honda-civic-si-vs-hyundai-elantra-sport-compact-comparison-review/
Motortrend just did a review of each for 2019 model year. No surprise which one won.https://www.motortrend.com/cars/honda/civic/2019/honda-civic-si-vs-hyundai-elantra-sport-compact-comparison-review/