Overview: Honda Civic Si
The sport compact for the rest of us.
The Civic Si has been the affordable sport compact benchmark for nearly two decades, and the 2026 model continues that tradition. A turbocharged 1.5L produces 200 horsepower routed through a precise six-speed manual transmission and a helical limited-slip differential. Rev-match downshifting, adaptive dampers on the high-spec Si, and standard Honda Sensing make it as livable as it is fun. The Si is the sweet spot in the Civic range for driving enthusiasts who can't quite swing the Type R.
Available Trim Levels & Pricing
| Trim | MSRP | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Si | $30,250 | 6-speed manual Helical LSD Adaptive dampers Bose audio Sport seats |
Complete Specifications
| Engine | 1.5L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder |
| Horsepower | 200 hp |
| Torque | 192 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Economy | 27 city / 37 hwy / 31 combined |
| Seating | 5 passengers |
| Cargo Space | 14.1 cu ft |
| Length × Width × Height | 184.8" × 70.9" × 55.5" |
| Wheelbase | 107.7" |
| Curb Weight | 2,952 lbs |
| Fuel Tank | 12.4 gal |
✓ Pros
- Brilliant manual gearbox
- Helical LSD adds front-end bite
- Standard rev-match
- Useful daily driver
- Bose audio standard
✗ Cons
- Only one trim, one transmission
- No automatic option
- Type R is faster for $13k more
Standard Features
- Helical limited-slip differential
- Rev-match downshifting
- Adaptive dampers
- Bose 12-speaker audio
- Sport bucket seats
- 9-inch touchscreen
- Honda Sensing 360
Available Optional Features
- Summer performance tires (no-cost option)
How It Compares to Competitors
The Civic Si's only true rival is the VW GTI, which costs $4,000 more and is only available with an automatic transmission. The Hyundai Elantra N is faster but considerably more expensive. For under $31k, the Si remains the affordable enthusiast choice.
Expert Review
Few cars deliver this much driving joy for the money. The shifter is mechanical perfection, the helical LSD pulls you out of corners, and the steering is genuinely communicative. Daily drive it without complaint, take it to a track day Saturday — this is the everyman's enthusiast car.
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