Peugeot have a similar raised instrument cluster. :)

I've always loved it. Had a similar layout in my 8th gen Si. I so loved the 2.0 in that car, but I think 9th gen's 2.4 is just as good in its own way due to the extra torque it now produces. I'm int he market for a used 2015 Si right now and can't wait to get one, but man do they hold their value. Clean, low mileage 2015's are still going for $17k and up...and they don't stay on the market very long.

Welcome to the future.The only hatchback “sporty” civic is the type r.Yes the type r is now available in America

Also why has the trunk score changes from 7/10 from the base civic to 9/10 in Si? They the same size trunk and have the same function (No handle, two levers to fold the seats, tire and jack below the trunk?)

+J Fazzuoli I noticed that previous Civic models had one but our 2015 Si did not.

How is it after all this chime?

Depends on your preferences right? ILX if you want lux badge, Mazda if you want a hatchback and bigger dealer network. The Focus ST really is fun to drive.

Have you considered a Buick Regal?

+Kamaka Chang I'm staying away from all American made brands. I also think the console is messy in the Buick Regal.

+XxLowellxX I like the interior design of teh Mazda3 a little more but the luxury features of the ILX more. The ILX's transmission is superior and it has more power. The ILX handles better but the feel is better in the Mazda. It's kind of split but I think I'd get the Acura.

+XxLowellxX I understand, I've stayed away from American brands until my current car. I had a Mazda Protoge5 for 10 years, it was bullet proof, I only replaced wear and tear items tires, belt @10yrs, brakes @12(the car's age). Just remember to get the car that you love the most, you'll keep it longer and that will save money. Buy what you don't like and you'll be trading it in after a few years.

Get You Got yeah you’ll get more power , which will vary depending on the tune. But I think you need more than intake and exhaust to hit 260hp. Definitely need more modifications . to hit 260 wheel horsepower

@Thomas B this car would have been better off with the old j30 i had a 03 accord coupe v6 6 speed with 240hp and 212 torque and would dust all si's rsx type s' gtis etc plus the si is lighter it would have been a beast with the 3.0 vtec but nooo

+tsun890 Lol ? Erth will end in 2015 so why u want a 2016 -? Lolz Erth, ^

+Zraupp10 Because the reviews of 2016 civic are out on other channels this week? After watching all those "reviews", I conclude that I haven't see anything until Alex walks us through it. The details.... you spoiled me, AoA.

tsun890 well them other soo called "Reviews" were like an hour Test Drive, Alex drives what he gets for week to a month. I only know a few people that do that and Alex is one of them

***** 2016s are not out...

I hope this is sarcasm! :P :)

The silver strip is from factory on the 2015 si

Thanks bud

Yes

Here's a few good reasons for reviewing out going cars, the current model gives you a fresh opinion of the changes to newer models. Some deal hunters can get better discounts. The next Civic Si won't be out at launch and will probably have a non-Vtech turbo, so this is the last V-tech Si.

I think a lot of enthusiasts still prefer the naturally aspirated driving experience. I know I do, not to mention that turbo engines just don't last as long and are less reliable than na engines.

+scterka The Next-gen Si won't come out for a while, and I bet this 2015 model would be a really good value right now.

as stated above, the Si isn't being released for some time later in 2016. The even faster Type R is coming in 2017, so his review isn't that bad as far as timing. The 2015 Si dropped last Spring.

the next gen SI will be 29-30k now. the 9th gen civic si is 21k brand new if you negotiate.

Well it's the last one you can get with an N/A version of the K series... so there is that. :) The new factory turbocharged version of the K series is very different, especially with no traditional VTEC crossover. The high-cam VTEC K24 plus a supercharger is still (in my book) a lot more exciting than the factory turbo K20 (which is quite a Lancer Evo-ish engine, which is fine but it doesn't have any VTEC character :)). * The FK2 Civic Type R factory turbo does have VTEC as such, but it works more like the economy VTEC on Accords.

CosmicBlu EvoX "the next gen SI will be 29-30k now." I don't think it will be that much if it only comes in at 230bhp, IMO. If it's more like 260-270bhp and has some more Type R features (like the dual axis struts and Recaro-like seats) then I could see it being that much, but I wouldn't figure the Type R would be more than about $35k?

+Show Me What I Need To Know Honestly all electric power steering is going to be on the lifeless side, it's very sad.

+Alex on Autos : Some eps systems are better than others, but yeah, most are pretty bad. Acura eps is getting worse. For example, I took a last gen TL for a drive that had eps and it was actually pretty communicative. I own a 2015 mazda3 which has pretty numb steering. But the ILX is the worse, way worse. I was really disappointed, especially considering the older TL eps had pretty good feedback. Any way, great review. I like the comparisons at the end.

+Show Me What I Need To Know I guess nobody like manual steering but me

***** I got wind up windows in my truck. They work good

+Show Me What I Need To Know I think steering issue is that it comes with LKAS, system that steers for you on well marked road and it also shakes the wheel a little bit if you cross marks way too often. I think steering could have been better. I don't know what else would you expect from 2.4 none turbo engine. I think it's the fastest 4 banger car without turbo charger available right now. I have to disagree on that one. Unless you are taking your ILX for huge beating I don't know why would you need an instant 2 gears shifted down. I have not noticed any issue with transmission, I don't believe it's true. Only thing is it sometimes gets little jerky in slow moving traffic.

@Thomas B I like the word "thick" better

With the way it has to be driven, there is no bother with occasionally hitting the rev limiter, it's expected and no issue.

wishgsxr it has a manual.