Ever since the 2002 Subaru WRX and the Lancer Evolution arrived in the US – the Honda Civic has always taken a firm third place in the cool compact ranks.

Honda is serious about winning car guys back. The 2014 Honda Civic Si is packing a huge wing, turbo-style polished allous with gloss black accents, and a wing to make the WRX blush.

This is a car that is seriously cool. Curb appeal of the 2014 Civic Si now trumps the latest WRX and is up to WRX STI levels of aggression.

The powertrain of the Si is still optimized for Honda-style high revs versus hoon-farm torque, but little by little, the 2014 Civic Si shows how Honda is regaining its bad-ass street cred.

Build your own at Honda.com

http://automobiles.honda.com/civic-si-sedan/

2014 Honda Civic Si Sedan

Si Heritage

In 1986, the “S” evolved into the Civic Si, with added interior and exterior features along with suspension upgrades and fuel injection.

The 1988 to 1991 Civic Si Hatchback captured the attention of a growing number of sport compact-car enthusiasts, just as the market was beginning to emerge in the U.S.

Beginning in 1992, Civic Si Hatchback models incorporated Honda’s famed VTEC^® engine technology.

After a brief hiatus, the Civic Si reappeared in 1999 with a twin-cam VTEC^® 4-cylinder engine that made 160 horsepower from 1.6 liters, a rarity in vehicles of its price range.

The 2002 Civic Si featured fresh and innovative styling with its distinctive short nose and exclusive 3-door package.

In 2006, a completely redesigned Si brought a 197-horsepower engine, plus new levels of performance, handling and styling.

2007 added four doors to the speed and performance Si package with the all-new Civic Si Sedan. The same power and attitude, just with more practical comforts.

The 2012 Si brought more muscle with a 201-horsepower engine and greater torque. It also saw a weight reduction and improved aerodynamics, making the Si leaner and meaner than before.

2014 Honda Civic Si Sedan

COLORS

2014 Honda Civic Si Sedan

SPECIFICATIONS

Si Sedan $22,990*

Engineering
Engine Type	In-Line 4-Cylinder
Engine Block/Cylinder Head	Aluminum-Alloy
Displacement (cc)	2354
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net)	205 @ 7000
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm, SAE net)	174 @ 4400
Redline (rpm)	7000
Bore and Stroke (mm)	87 x 99
Compression Ratio	11.0 : 1
Valve Train	16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC^®
Stainless Steel Exhaust Manifold	•
Multi-Point Fuel Injection	•
Drive-by-Wire Throttle System	•
CARB Emissions Rating[1]	ULEV-2
Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer	•
100K +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups[2]	•
Transmission
Close-Ratio 6-Speed Manual Transmission	•
Gear Ratios: 1st: 3.267, 2nd: 2.040, 3rd: 1.429, 4th: 1.073, 5th: 0.830, 6th: 0.647, Reverse: 3.583, Final Drive: 4.76
Helical Limited-Slip Differential	•
Body/Suspension/Chassis
Unit-Body Construction	•
MacPherson Strut Front Suspension	•
Multi-Link Rear Suspension	•
Stabilizer Bar (mm, front/rear)	21.0 / 20.0
Motion-Adaptive Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS)	•
Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock	2.78
Steering Ratio	15.06
Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft)	37.7
Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in, front/rear)	11.8 / 10.2
Wheels	18″ Alloys
Continental^® ContiProContact^®	225/40R18 92H
Continental^® ContiSportContact^® 5 (available)	225/40R18 92Y
Compact Spare Tire	T135 / 80 R16 101M
Exterior Measurements
Wheelbase (in)	105.1
Length (in)	179.4
Height (in)	56.5
Width (in)	69.0
Track (in, front/rear)	59.2 / 59.9
Curb Weight (lbs)	3002
Weight Distribution (%, front/rear)	61 / 39
Interior Measurements
Headroom (in, front/rear)	37.9 / 36.2
Legroom (in, front/rear)	42.0 / 36.2
Shoulder Room (in, front/rear)	56.6 / 53.3
Hiproom (in, front/rear)	50.5 / 51.4
Cargo Volume (cu ft)	12.5
Passenger Volume (cu ft)	92.1
Seating Capacity	5
EPA Mileage Ratings[3] / Fuel
6-Speed Manual (City/Highway/Combined)	22 / 31 / 25
Fuel (gal)	13.2
Recommended Fuel	Premium Unleaded
Active Safety
Vehicle Stability Assist^™ (VSA^®) with Traction Control[4]	•
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)	•
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)	•
Brake Assist	•
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)[5]	•
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	•
Passive Safety
Advanced Compatibility EngineeringTM (ACETM) II Body Structure	•
Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)	•
SmartVent^® Front Side Airbags	•
Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor	•
3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions	•
Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System	•
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All)	•
Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Seat-Belt Reminder	•
Child-Proof Rear Door Locks	•
Exterior Features
One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature	•
Integrated Rear-Window Antenna	•
Security System with Remote Entry and Trunk Release	•
Smart Entry System	•
Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors including Expanded View Driver’s Mirror	•
Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers	•
Body-Colored Wing Spoiler	•
Multi-Reflector Halogen Headlights with Auto-On/Off	•
Fog Lights	•
Chrome Exhaust Finisher	•
Body-Colored Door Handles	•
Impact-Absorbing Body-Colored Bumpers	•
Comfort & Convenience
Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System	•
i-MID with 5-Inch LCD Screen and Customizable Feature Settings	•
Honda LaneWatch^™[6]	•
Bluetooth^® HandsFreeLink^®[7]	•
SMS Text Message Function[8]	•
Push Button Start	•
Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver’s Window	•
Power Door Locks with Auto-Lock Feature	•
Illuminated Driver’s Window and Door Lock Controls	•
Cruise Control	•
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	•
Aluminum Shift Knob with Leather	•
Textured Aluminum Pedals	•
Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls	Cruise / Audio / Phone / i-MID / Navi (available)
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column	•
Beverage Holders	Front and Rear
Center Console with Sliding Armrest and Storage Compartment	•
Door-Pocket Storage Bins	Front and Rear
Passenger-Side Seatback Pocket	•
Coin Tray	•
Remote Fuel Filler Door Release	•
Remote Trunk Release with Lock	•
Headlights-On Reminder	•
Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Vanity Mirrors	•
Map Lights	•
Rear-Seat Armrest	•
Rear-Seat Heater Ducts	•
Floor Mats	•
Driver’s Footrest	•
12-Volt Power Outlet (front)	•
Rear Window Defroster with Timer	•
Cargo Area Light	•
Seating
Driver’s Seat with Manual Height Adjustment	•
Adjustable Front Seat-Belt Anchors	•
Adjustable Head Restraints	•
Fold-Down Rear Seatback	60/40 Split
Audio System
360-Watt AM/FM/CD Premium Audio System with 7 Speakers, including Subwoofer	•
7″ Display Audio with High-Resolution WVGA (800×480) Electrostatic Touch-Screen, Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines and Customizable Feature Settings	•
7″ Display Audio with Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System^™ and Voice Recognition, Honda HD Digital Traffic, High-Resolution WVGA (800×480) Electrostatic Touch-Screen, Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines and Customizable Feature Settings[9]	available
HondaLink^™ Next Generation[10]	•
HD Radio^™[11]	with Navigation
XM^® Radio[12]	with Navigation
Pandora^® Compatibility[13]	•
Bluetooth^® Streaming Audio	•
Display Audio Interface[14]	•
USB Audio Interface[15]	Front and Center Console
MP3/Windows Media^® Audio (WMA) Playback Capability[16]	•
Radio Data System (RDS)	•
Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC)	•
intelligent Multi – Information Display
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	•
Average Speed Indicator	•
Bluetooth^® HandsFreeLink^®	•
Clock	•
Customizable Feature Settings	•
Digital Fuel-Mileage Indicators	•
Digital Odometer and Digital Trip Meters (2)	•
Elapsed Time Indicator	•
Exterior Temperature Indicator	•
Maintenance Minder^™ System	•
Miles-to-Empty Indicator	•
Power Monitor Screen	•
Pandora^® Compatibility	•
Turn-By-Turn Directions	with Navigation
Welcome Screen	•
Instrumentation
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator	•
ABS Indicator	•
Airbag System Indicator	•
Brake System Indicator	•
Coolant Temperature Indicators	•
Cruise Control Indicators	•
Digital Speedometer	•
Door and Trunk-Open Indicators	•
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator	•
Fog Lights Indicator	•
Fuel Level Indicator	•
Headlights-On Indicator	•
High-Beam Indicator	•
Immobilizer System Indicator	•
Low Tire-Pressure Indicator	•
Low-Fuel Indicator	•
Low-Oil Pressure Indicator	•
Malfunction Indicator	•
Red Backlit Gauges	•
Seat Belt Reminder Indicator	•
Tachometer with Sequential Rev-Limit Indicator	•
Turn Signal/Hazard Indicators	•
Two-Tier Instrument Panel	•
VSA System and VSA-Off Indicators	•

Build your own at Honda.com

http://automobiles.honda.com/civic-si-sedan/

Tom Burkart

Tom Burkart is the founder and managing editor of Car-Revs-Daily.com, an innovative and rapidly-expanding automotive news magazine.

He holds a Journalism JBA degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Tom currently resides in Charleston, South Carolina with his two amazing dogs, Drake and Tank.

Mr. Burkart is available for all questions and concerns by email Tom(at)car-revs-daily.com.

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