Recently synonymous with the import tuner scene, Honda's Civic Si coupe is actually in its sixth generation. The highest-performance model in the Civic lineup -- aside from the mechanically identical Civic Si sedan -- the sporty coupe infuses a little performance into the otherwise staid and conservative but popular line of cars.The current Civic Si was introduced for 2006, though a 2009 update gave it a light mid-cycle refresh. For 2007, the coupe gained a four-door Civic Si sibling for the first time ever.The 2009 model year onward update gave the Civic Si revised trim inside and out, most notably new head and tail lamp designs that give it a cleaner look. The 17-inch alloy wheels were also redesigned.Eschewing the standard Civic coupe's 1.8-liter four-cylinder for a more sophisticated and more powerful (not to mention more rev-happy) K20Z3 2.0-liter dual overhead camshaft four-cylinder, the Civic Si is rated at an impressive 197 horsepower at a sky-high 7,800 rpm. Torque is marginally improved over the standard Civic at 139 lb-ft. at 6,100 rpm.Fuel economy suffers a little compared to its stablemates, but the Civic Si still manages 25 mpg in the combined cycle, or 21 mpg around town and 29 mpg on the highway according to the EPA.The Civic Si is available only with a close-ratio six-speed manual transmission; no automatic option is available. A helical limited slip differential helps deliver the power to the front wheels.Underneath, the Civic Si gains a stiffer suspension with thicker anti-roll bars than its comfort-oriented siblings. Upgraded four-wheel disc brakes with antilock control and a revised electric power steering setup give it a sportier feel befitting its performance upgrades.Stylistically similar to the standard Civic coupe, which was introduced for 2006, the Civic Si coupe gains mildly revised front and rear fascias, as well as a standard rear spoiler. To help get the most out of corners -- not to mention looks -- the Civic Si comes standard with dark-finish 17-inch alloy wheels mounted on V-rated 215/45 tires
Friday, May 21, 2010
Honda Civic Si Coupe
Recently synonymous with the import tuner scene, Honda's Civic Si coupe is actually in its sixth generation. The highest-performance model in the Civic lineup -- aside from the mechanically identical Civic Si sedan -- the sporty coupe infuses a little performance into the otherwise staid and conservative but popular line of cars.The current Civic Si was introduced for 2006, though a 2009 update gave it a light mid-cycle refresh. For 2007, the coupe gained a four-door Civic Si sibling for the first time ever.The 2009 model year onward update gave the Civic Si revised trim inside and out, most notably new head and tail lamp designs that give it a cleaner look. The 17-inch alloy wheels were also redesigned.Eschewing the standard Civic coupe's 1.8-liter four-cylinder for a more sophisticated and more powerful (not to mention more rev-happy) K20Z3 2.0-liter dual overhead camshaft four-cylinder, the Civic Si is rated at an impressive 197 horsepower at a sky-high 7,800 rpm. Torque is marginally improved over the standard Civic at 139 lb-ft. at 6,100 rpm.Fuel economy suffers a little compared to its stablemates, but the Civic Si still manages 25 mpg in the combined cycle, or 21 mpg around town and 29 mpg on the highway according to the EPA.The Civic Si is available only with a close-ratio six-speed manual transmission; no automatic option is available. A helical limited slip differential helps deliver the power to the front wheels.Underneath, the Civic Si gains a stiffer suspension with thicker anti-roll bars than its comfort-oriented siblings. Upgraded four-wheel disc brakes with antilock control and a revised electric power steering setup give it a sportier feel befitting its performance upgrades.Stylistically similar to the standard Civic coupe, which was introduced for 2006, the Civic Si coupe gains mildly revised front and rear fascias, as well as a standard rear spoiler. To help get the most out of corners -- not to mention looks -- the Civic Si comes standard with dark-finish 17-inch alloy wheels mounted on V-rated 215/45 tires
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