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New car reviews » 2010 Honda Civic Si Coupe

Better than: Sentra SE-R
But not as good as: Integra Type R
GRM Bang For The Buck Index: 92.80  

The Honda Civic Si received only one cosmetic change for 2010: The engine cover has gone from silver to black. Everything else has remained pretty much the same since the 2006 model year, including the 197-horsepower engine, six-speed transmission and limited-slip differential.

As with past versions, the Civic Si gets sportier seats, a stiffer suspension and red gauge illumination. The car also sports a more serious wheel-and-tire package, as 17-inch alloys are standard.

One more thing to dig: a redline of 8000 rpm.

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David S. Wallens Editorial Director:

Here’s a secret: Lately I have been thinking about buying a new MINI. My wife’s Civic Si is approaching 11 years old, and while it’s been totally bullet-proof something a bit newer for the “family” car would be nice. I think she’s also eager for a change in scenery.

Then I spent part of last week with the Civic Si. Well, we have a new front runner. It’s fast, it’s smooth, it’s has just enough bark. The controls are easy to use and make sense. I don’t mind the weird dash layout. The trunk is generous. I love the seats. Our Hondas have also been just so reliable that I’d be an idiot to jump ship.

So, are we ordering one? We’ll see. (Personally, though, I’d go with the sedan.)

Reader comments:

  1. DirtyBird222: — Aug 27, 2010 8:38 p.m.

    I love mine David! I miss the torque and whine of the supercharged mustang, but the 8,000RPM redline mixed with the beautiful intake noise def makes up for it. The seats are great, the dash is cool and easy to read, and don’t forget about the integrated shift light! I’m also impressed with the trunk room and the amount how comfortable it fit four adult males. Plus it spanked a heavily modded e30 at the track the other night.

  2. DirtyBird222: — Aug 27, 2010 8:40 p.m.

    made a typo! “…trunk room and the amount of interior space and how…

2010 Honda Civic Si Coupe Specs:

Drivetrain Layout:
Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Engine:
2.0 liter Inline-4
Horsepower:
197 bhp at 7800 rpm
Torque:
139 lb.-ft at 6100 rpm
Transmission:
manual
Brakes:
(front)
(rear)
Weight:
2895 pounds
Price:
Base: $22055
As tested: $24255

Staff Ratings:

Stock Performance:
****1/2
Performance Potential:
*****
Daily Driver Manners:
*****
Fit and Finish:
****1/2
Overall:
*****

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