The 2013 Honda Civic is continuing its long run as one of the best-selling compact cars in America, and not just because it’s also one of the most fuel-efficient small vehicles. Further helping matters is that the brand also provides a little bonus for enthusiasts—in the form of the Honda Civic Si.
Available in both coupe and sedan configurations, the Civic Si is an agile performer with both increased power and improved driving dynamics over the standard Civic. Beneath the hood, for example, the Si models holster a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 201 horsepower and 170 lb.-ft. of torque, providing advantages of 43 and 33 percent as compared to the traditional Civic. Further, the sportier choices boast a helical limited-slip differential and retuned suspensions for athletic handling and nimble reflexes. Naturally, the only transmission is a close-ratio six-speed manual.
That kind of premium performance brings some upscale cabin amenities, too, with standard and available goodies like:
- A 360-watt seven-speaker premium audio system with an interface for Pandora Internet radio and Bluetooth audio-streaming capabilities
- Bluetooth technology for hands-free calling
- The automaker’s i-MID intelligent display system with five-inch LCD screen and Si-exclusive power meter
- A one-touch power moonroof
- Satellite-linked navigation with voice recognition and integrated multi-angle rearview camera system
- A leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel
- Aluminum pedals and gearshift knob
- Safety measures such as Honda’s new SmartVent airbags
- Si-exclusive design cues, including a restyled rear spoiler, 17-inch alloy wheels, chrome-tipped exhaust, and a revised front-end appearance highlighted by a chrome-accented honeycomb grille and prominent front bumper
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