We just finished writing our praise-filled review of Honda's new Civic Si when we got word that there will be a new Civic Si before the end of the year. For the first time ever, Honda will be offering a sedan version of its sportiest Civic. A Civic Si Sedan Concept was just revealed at the Chicago Auto Show, and we must say that this is the best-looking Civic sedan yet. Well okay... the Civic Hybrid Sport Sedan (from the '05 Tokyo Motor Show) and the Civic Dominator (from the '06 Tokyo Auto Salon) are way more bad-ass. But as far as U.S.-spec Civics are concerned, this Si concept isn't too bad. Besides, unlike the Hybrid Sport or Dominator concepts, the Si Sedan concept will be available at all Honda dealerships and it will look remarkably close to the concept pictured here. The good news about this sedan is that it will keep all of the Si Coupe's excellent features. This means that the 2.0-liter 194-horsepower engine, limited slip differential, slick 6-speed gearbox and everything will come over to the sedan fully intact. Oh yeah, now that the Si is available as a sedan, more than 1 passenger can ride along in comfort.
Our first album short, in 2006 Honda Civic Si has left us with a very positive impression, and last week the car at the headquarters of CNET did nothing to change that. Praise for the rev-happy engine and slick transmission was universal, and everyone who drove the Si came out smiling.
The previous generation Honda Civic Si was a great disappointment to the faithful himself, without running and agility that had defined the earlier versions. This eighth iteration is heavier and bigger than the car it replaces, but it is significantly faster, making it more comfortable and inspiring at the wheel.
Also satisfy the longtime fans is the return to a schema true two-door coupe with a decidedly aggressive style, the more separate the new hatchback car loved it replaces. trunk volume is slightly below rated capacity of the hatchback, but the rear seats for 2006 Honda Civic Si and trunk both offer usable space, given the overall dimensions of the car.
Interior features are well designed technology with satellite navigation to differentiate the two trim levels available. Our test car was not equipped with the navigation system voice recognition, which also includes a PCMCIA card reader and an in-dash XM radio tuner, but the auxiliary audio input and MP3/WMA playback capability are pretty standard features. We tested the navigation system in our previous analysis of 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid and concluded that it is one of the first, the option is worth.
At a list price of $ 20,540, including a $ 550 destination and handling charge, the 2006 Honda Civic Si offers an overall performance of any of its direct competitors and are better able to complete the value equation with good build quality, up- to-date technology resources, and fuel economy that will save dollars over the property.
