A couple months down the line and I'm still extremely happy I got this vehicle as well. Sometimes I wish it had a bit more oomph, but that's me being greedy. I've only ever truly wanted something I can trust to get me from A to B, every day for a long time. I had an interest in the model, did some research on it and found your videos and bought the vehicle because of how much you lauded the reliability of the vehicle. And as they say, it's more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow.

I bought a 24 because of your videos! Boost Blue. Had it for a month now. Haven't driven a manual in 10 years and it's so much fun getting back into it.

I bought this car in white because of your videos. I like it better than the Jetta it replaced. It might be the last MT car that I can buy. The day of MT or even gas engine might not be available in a decade. I don't think the 2025 will have the an MT option. 2 dealers told me they don't order MT because " nobody wants them". But when the do accept one, they sell immediately because they are so hard to find. An oxymoron since they don't last on the lot upon arrival.

Just got my 2023 CIVIC Steering wheel issue fixed. A defected EPS Rack. Have been feeling like something was not right but finally have it checked out and acknowledged by Honda. Still loving the car.

I really enjoy your thinking on details. It’s how I look at things too. I am going to be buying a 2.0L civic in the next month or so. I also love winter wheels and tires too!! Thank you for all the videos!

Loved the video! I got my sonic gray 2.0L sport hatch brand new in January of this year, I LOVE it, even with the CVT, coming from an 8th gen Civic EX. All the reasons you stated regarding reliability and the future of the K20C2 engine made me pounce on the opportunity to upgrade (I could see the handwriting on the wall with the hybrid coming). I also got mine with no markup (actually got a discount on MSRP), OTD just under $30k. I have nearly 4k miles on mine already and haven’t had any issues. Sorry you’ve had so many problems!

This video showed up on my feed - subscribed! I miss my 2010 Honda Fit base manual 😢 - it was so much fun to whip around in. Glad you’re able to enjoy this new Civic, I think it’s one of the best looking small cars in decades!

GREAT REVIEW, MANG-----love the POV angle, which allows me to see the rear glass and appreciate how the dash is laid out and how the pillars look relative to the glass. Also, great info about repairs, and all that: we needed this anti-dote to the prepackaged reviews we often get.

More great video content. I will have to purchase one of these before they are gone

I was set on this exact car for my next daily....but that new Camry is such a tempting commuter. The base model would be almost the same exact price. I have a few other fun cars already, so a pure appliance wouldn't be the worse thing in the world for me.

Thanks for the content!

I purchased the 2024 1.5 Sport Touring Hatchback manual in February, and no issues. Very happy with it so far! No leaking hatch. The manual transmission is great.

Drove it from the dealer in Texas to Menands the day I bought it and watched the eclipse up there, then drove it back to Texas a couple days later 4,300 miles total. Had 20 miles on the odometer when I bought it.

I like how you explain things..about your car..very informative 😅

Thank you for this video! Have been on the fence about getting a new Civic hatchback or making some big repairs on my car to get it over the 200,000 mile mark. This seems much better than the nightmare I'm going to get into with my car.

Enjoyed your 1 year review and looking forward to following your journey with the I'm afraid last naturally aspirated 2.0 ltr manual in Hondas' lineup. Just to vent, let me simply say I'm so disappointed the EPA along with other gov't agencies have taken away bit by bit, our love of driving what we want and soon I'm afraid when we want. Happy memories of motoring my friend.

I love BCAS great content

I been watching your vids since you’ve been making them. I’m so conflicted lol. I really love this car as a long term daily driver but a used Veloster N is also around the same price. Different philosophy but both hatchbacks and manual. I think it’s a situation where my heart and my brain are fighting. Great vids tho!

‘23 silver sport hatch 6spd bought new. I have zero regrets. I love mine.

I love your videos and review of this car. I am waiting for 3,5,8,10 year review. I have a 2015 with 150,000 I will keep driving it. It has some problems but I fixed it. As it runs well and I maintain it religiously.

I REALLY WAN THIS CAR, ive been saving up for all year so I can put down a payment on one, cant wait to get my hands on one of these

Preach, brother 👍🏼

Another great video! Thanks so much for your reviews and opinions. I am a honda guy all the way. Have a 21 accord sport se and a 17 CRV both with the 1.5 turbo. Fortunately absolutely 0 issues. My CRV has 106,000 miles and it is smooth as silk but I am a beast on maintenance. If you change your oil every 5000 miles and CVT every 30,000 miles they will last 200,000 miles plus. I will be looking to trade in my CRV at the end of the year. Due to your vids most likely will buy the civic sport hatch. It will have to be with the CVT 🙁…..wife has no desire to learn MT. One question….how is the road noise? Had an 04 civic. Loved the car but road noise was prominent.

Love your videos. I am considering a daily commuter as well and it is between the Honda civic sport and the Volkswagen Jetta sport 6 speed manual. Both are in the price range I can afford. Jetta maybe slightly less. I know you mentioned 1.5T engine are not as reliable. Did you consider the Jetta? What are your thoughts ?

I miss the days when manuals were 5k cheaper than automatic. I wish the SI came with this motor and throw some changes on that .

Great video. I enjoyed all the ones I have seen from you. I forgot who posted the vudeos with the found solution for the water leak on the hatch. The spoiler you have looks better that the other one offered as OEM. And yes, I prefer this engine for the reliability and longevity. Even Scotty Kilmer stayed hevwould take this engine over the 1.5L turbo anyday. I originally wanted one of these in Boost Blue Pearl or Sonic Grey Pearl, snd I see quite a few here in Honolulu, but I decided that I am going to get an Urban Grey Pearl HR-V Sport. It will be just under $30K with all the OEM accessories I want, before the stealership scalping fee. I have a number of add ons I plan to put on it, but probably few performance mods, exceot fir msybe the Pedal Commander later, a K&N air filter replacement and maybe get slightly lowered stiffer Eibach coil springs if I feel it has too much body roll, but probably not. Most if the rest of add on accesories would be customization or things like a dash cam and easily installed energency lights. The most exoensive upgrade will probably be Rockford Fosgate Punch stock lostion repacement speakers and a 4x100 watt amp. I may not even need a subwoofer.

Possible next for me in the Uk, watching various videos on this am bit aware of paint issues from older models you guys have shown in the usa.. Have honda fixed the bad thin paint issues or is that still on going.

Beautiful car men 🎉

I finally got my 2024 Civic Sport Hatch 2.0 MT6 two days ago. $27,900-$1,600+$499+tax+reg/fee. Had to get it from a further away dealer because walkable-distance-dealer don't ever seem to get MT. Dealer let me go with tires at 43psi (should be 33/32), and they didn't install the body plugs, even though it's checked in the PDI list. Heck, they didn't even leave the plugs for me to install, and when I contacted them to mail them to me, they said they need me to bring the car in. Drive an hour to get four rubber plugs? Are they f'n insane? I'm just going to a closer dealer to buy them. This is why I hold off on writing reviews. I don't think the "technician" doing the PDI even read the thing. Steering wheel is slightly off center when the car is going straight. Driver side seatbelt adjuster buzzes. Compared to my '19 Fit EX, Civic is too high class. Fit feels like a 90's budget car, raw and clanky. I actually kind of like that! Civic engine is too quiet. Even less engine braking than the Fit (L15B1). Transmission is way tighter though, so it's easier to drive than the Fit. Fit transmission is made in Philippines. Civic transmission is made in India. This latest Honda-Sensing is no match for even the 2015 EyeSight. It's terrible at temporally tracking distances and it reacts like a lousy driver when stuff happens, like someone merging in front of me. EyeSight behaves way more like a good driver. 2024 WRX would be a much better car from that perspective. I'm planning to swap the wheels/tires with Enkei RPF01 16x7 with 215/55R16. Yes, that is the same size as LX wheels. I like rubber. I'm going to sell the original wheels & tires. Waste of space. Remember, I barely put 7,700 miles on the Fit in 5 years. I absolutely didn't need the Civic. I only bought it because I was afraid it may be the last chance to get a new non-DI, non-Turbo, MT car. It's literally just another burden for me to store, drive, and maintain, as I don't even drive the Fit that much. You don't need to tell me I'm crazy, because I know.

I had a 2022 Sport Touring with identical problems and I bought a 2023 Passport Touring, which I'm very happy with.

Great video! We purchased a 2023 LX Hatch with the CVT and this motor and have been happy so far. Will have to watch for valve cover gasket leaks in the future. What is the YT channel you mention that ranks the best 3 Honda engines? Thanks

great video! i agree with almost everything you said about how manuals slow the car down. only thing, i never ever downshift to "save the brakes" and i never downshift to a stop at a red light. i downshift sometimes, but only to be in the proper gear for the situation. to each his/her own, but that's just me. i traded my 2010 civic with 218,000 miles, original clutch; and my 2002 rav4 with 200,000 miles, also original clutch. regardless, thanks for the great video, and good luck woth your beautiful new stick civic sport!

I've had my 2024 Hybrid Hatch in the Advance Spec for about 6 weeks now, With a whole load of toys, It's great, I'm driving it normally and getting around 51mpg. The Bose sound system is perfect. The only thing that's annoying is all the safety prompts alerting you all of you speeding, going over the white lines and freaking out when you are overtaking cyclists/ center line on the road. In Eco mode it tends to want to go into EV mode quite often, meaning you're saving money. Mines in Sonic Grey as well, I watched you video on fitting the rear spoiler and also fitted one using your video, I went for Berlinetta Black as this matches the black theme around the car and gives the rear more contrast. I bought it from Cox Honda online and fitted it meticulously myself. The heated Steering wheel is an awesome feature that my favorite comfort in the car, it's that good. I also watched your video on corrosion from the rear suspension bushes and arms- I've spent a lot of time protecting my Civic. I've completely coated the underside and removed all four wheel arch liners and coated theses areas with the best underseal that money can buy- Bilt Hamber Dynax SC50 and Dynax UC for all the areas underneath that are slightly visible, SC50 for everything else. The entire front end, including headlamps, 'A' pillars, lower sides and front section of the roof and loading area, Not to mention the 'B' and 'C' pillar gloss black trim that can get really swirled up with scratches has been protected with PPF using Xpel PPF. Ceramic coated the PPF with Gtechniq Halo V2. The entire rest of the car including ALL the plastics have been ceramic coated in Carpro Dquartz Go. Interior has been ceramic coated with DIY Detail Interior Ceramic, The leather seats and Steering wheel has been protected with Gtechniq Leather Guard. All the glass has been treated to Soft 99 Ultra Glaco. I've bought the best products for the car as its only a small amount more to buy thee best. I also highly recommend Gtechniq Ceramic sealant C2 version 3 as a 6 month protection that's super easy to apply after a couple of weeks when the Ceramic coatings have cured. The Sonic grey looks better then day one when it was picked up new. 264 miles in and nothing to say other then the rear spoiler I fitted hasn't bonded very well for some reason. But it's very very secure. The only area that's troubling is just in one place on the left inner section by the left corner of the glass window. So far so good. 🙌

Yea, I love mine. I have the leaking hatch, but now know what to do. Thanks for that. Zero engine braking is not great, but overall I agree with you as well. It’s great for what it is. I can put bikes on the roof and have lots of storage. I have almost 30K miles in first year. Hoping to get 300K, that would be the goal.

this car better make it to 1 million miles. I am actually excited about the new EHEV civic. I hope they dont have any leaky trunk issues.

I own a 2016 Honda fit with the L15 naturally aspirated 1.5 earth dreams...I replaced the muffler with an HKS hi power-silent and also replaced both Cats with Magnaflow hi-flow ...this car is pretty darn quick...yes I have the Cvt...but no problems I always run in Sport mode and it mimics a manual pretty well...Super Fun to drive!! also put B.C Racing coil-overs....80,000 miles no issues...Was your car made in Mexico just curious?

just picked up my FL5 for msrp and i have the dash rattle too lol. 11th gen platform is great!

The looks are starting to grow on me.. and yes... The engine - transmission combo is great.. I'd probably buy one, if I was looking for a new car... And, after a few years, maybe, just maybe throw in a high output K-series 😊

I’m 7 months into the ownership of my ‘24 and I agree with pretty much everything you’ve said. I haven’t had any issues with mine, I just wish the thing would engine brake 😂. I’ve also gotten several “nice cars”, which is definitely surprising. I think the red and black look plus the stylings definitely make it look more premium than it is.

I bought the 2024 EX turbo with CVT. I actually love how smooth and quietly it accelerates so very happy with the turbo/CVT. Its got plenty of pep to get up to speed too. Shifting again would be cool and noticed how smooth your car shifted in the video but in congested areas where I live not so much fun. Interior feels and looks well built and not cheap. Heating doesn't seem to hit the feet too well so my feet stay cold while rest heats up(minor). At first was angry at the lane assist but have learned how to use it with cruise control and its great on long trips but not totally reliable on semi sharp turns. I had the leak in the hatch but it seems to have gone away(got to check again though as haven't checked in awhile). When I shut the trunk I just give it extra ump in closing and haven't seen it again. The 2 biggest issues to me are the stereo(get the bose!) and the road noise - atrocious. Kind of upset hearing they're fixing the road noise for 2025 cause I'd enjoy the car significantly more with less road noise but still feel I made a very good choice. pd 29k, getting about 37mpg. Good luck with you Civic!

Beautiful car. I got the 23 sport touring hatch with a manual and am still loving it. The only thing I *might* regret one day is getting the more complex engine, as I hope to keep mine for 200k+ miles. Mine has been solid for the first 23k miles, aside from the sticky steering (not the recalled issue). Getting a new rack in soon, although I’m suspecting this may be a software issue first various reasons

I’ve got a ‘20 Type R that’s been amazing and considering a used MT Civic for my son as a graduation gift. Great video and very helpful. I’ve been a Honda fan all my life and prefer manuals so I’m happy they continue to offer that option for us remaining “purists” lol.

No offense taken. I listened to bc also. Hopefully the Civic will have less issues with that 1.5 than the Accord and CRV as the are heavier and tuned to 192/192. It's probably gone after this year. I was one of the guys that originally thought you did not care for the car, and who would blame you. But that is wonderful to hear you would purchase it again. Nothing worse than buyers remorse.

I got the rattles in the dash. I’m sure it’s behind the infotainment screen where the speaker is. The other rattle is in the dash more by passenger window. Maybe air bag area.

Do you think the OEM 18" rims are too big for daily driving? I think it would be better with 17" or even 16"...

Any idea on when you’re thinking of tuning yours? I’d love to hear your thoughts on it. I certainly like the base map 93 tune, it’s fun and changed it quite a bit. I know you’re thinking of keeping on 87 though, so I’m really interested to see how that goes!

Love the 10th gen LX. My only regret is that I should have gotten the Sport for slightly better handling and some tech features.

I purchased a 2024 Sport manual because of your videos and am glad I waited a month for it. I wanted the power of the turbo but the responsible adult in me knew the 2.0 would be the best choice. I’m getting 42mpg at 70mph and 33mpg in the city. I installed the resonator plugs you sold me and am very happy with the sound now! Only issue I’ve had is the drivers door takes extra force to close so I’ll be taking it to the dealer next week to adjust it. The fit and finish is fantastic and am very very happy with this vehicle. It has plenty of power, loads of space and damn it looks good!

I was going to get the civic with the 2.0 and stick shift but I made the mistake of driving a si with the 1.5 turbo and six speed stick and I had to have the si . It’s so much fun to drive and the power from that 1.5 turbo is awesome ! It actually makes 224 hp and not 200 hp like Honda would have you believe.

The 2025 has a revised front end and new wheels, with the addition of the hybrid model. Although, I think the hybrid is only available on the sedan. I have a feeling Honda is going to address the road noise issue in all the models, which has been a consistent call-out in almost every review.

Naturally Aspirated is the way of the future, nothing beats that instant response to inputs

nice review sir...infact because of this review im strongly considering this car. But the ground clearance though does it do well on humps and bumps?

Thrown in some Acuity shifter cable and base bushings. They tighten everything up and remain comfortable.

Got mine just like it, 6 speed MT 2.0 naturally aspirated engine for the longevity of it June last year and I already have 15000 miles as of May 2024. I have had no issues and I I am having 2 people buy one brand new soon. We need to keep the manuals alive. My daughters are turning 15 and 16 soon and I am thinking i buying them one. When I bought mine for 27400 the ones that were a year or two old were 24K or more with 30,000 miles or more. Better buy brand new.

Man, that’s quite a few problems actually for a Honda. Rattles in the engine bay, rattles in the dash, a leaky valve cover gasket, and a leaky hatch? That’s just unacceptable to me. Last April, I bought a new car as well, not a Honda, but a VW GTI 40th Anniversary Edition (6 speed manual). No rattles, no squeaks, no leaks. Not flawless, but close. And on short drives to our little town and back, about 31 mpg average, and on the couple longer trips I’ve made, 40 mpg. I’m glad I made the choice I did. Did you check out the GTI before buying the Civic?

My friend the spoiler is OEM Honda? thank you! Your videos are great 👍

Nice car dood!

Thank you for mentioning the rattles and engine leaks. I remember watching a video comparing a made in North America Rav 4 Hybrid vs a made in Japan Rav 4 Prime. The Japan made car felt a lot more solid and had no rattles compared to the rattly and loose feeling N.A. car. I feel like this is steering more towards a made in Japan Mazda 3 GT manual hatch. That and 191hp vs 158hp with better fuel economy. Also the 3's engine's VVT kicks in at 3700rpm vs 6000rpm in the civic. Civic has the better trunk and rear seating area though......

Rattling? Check the plastic cover on the window post. Press the top part.

I tried so hard to get this exact car but they dont exist this year. I wanted naturally aspirated but went with the si for the manual. Ill post my regret video in a year lol

I have a '13 Accord LX 6MT. 135K miles. I'm so tempted to sell it and get this Civic but I have had no real issues with the Accord - aside from some oil consumption. This Civic looks like a great daily and it's likely about the same size as my 9th. gen. Thanks for the update!

i have the type r version. i enjoy it alot

So few normal cars you can get with a manual, its always nice to have the option

It happened in our ‘19 & ‘22 Insight.

I really wanted this car a few years ago, but couldn't find a dealer with the color I wanted... Ended up just getting a Fit because I needed something and I love it but I do think I might get a civic hatchback down the road still

I instantly recognized your voice as soon as I opened the video😂

What happened to your 8th gen?! I commented on one of your videos a while back about interest in this car while also coming from an FA1. I ended up getting an FL5 in January, while still driving the FA1!

Nope it’s my first time seeing your channel. Your channel just popped up so I’m watching. I don’t know you or your experience but I’ll learn now as I’m considering this car. However 2025 has some revisions and a hybrid and I bet you are all over that now. I may wait for that.

I like the looks.of your sport hatch better than the SI sedan.

Alot folks love that Sonic Gray color & gets looks in my Accord.

I have a 22 Civic Si, 23,000 miles no issues other than a leaky VC gasket which has been taken care of. Let's cross our fingers I don't have any other issues. The 1.5 isn't too bad for a daily but I do see the issues within that engine, I just haven't encountered them. Are they expected at higher miles? Or is it random?

Had an orange 11th gen Si and treaded it in for a wrx and it's been the best car decision I've ever made.

We have 2 Gen 10s. One EX Coupe and one Hatchback Sport. Between the two, only one a/c issue, a warranty issue. 75k miles on each car. Will be traded at 150k.

This is just a genuine question of curiosity, but did you ever consider the Mazda3 manual hatch? When I was shopping, I was pretty torn between the two, as the 2.5 skyactiv was also pretty proven for its reliability. Glad to see your civic has been trouble free for you!

This is what the SI should be w the o.g. k20 not the E.D. 1.5 turbo. Personally love sedans but this hatch is growing on me

I have the 2023 civic sport sedan (CVT) and I bought my car at the same time as you! My only regret is not learning stick and buying the 6 speed manual. So far iv had no issues whatsoever, but I get concerned about the CVT’s future. I’m a pretty average driver. Occasionally I wanna have some fun and whip the car, but overall I’m not abusing the car. As a person who is not mechanically inclined and has had the car for a year, what do you recommend I do to make sure Honda checks everything and I avoid not knowing about a minor issue?

I wonder how you would have felt if you had bought a naturally aspirated Mazda3 hatchback with a manual.

I love my civic 11th gen. Disagree with your thoughts on 8th gen civic si!!

I have had my 98 5 Speed Sentra almost s year now and no regrets. Been in an accident and I rebuilt it and it has never broken down, even when it completely ran out of oil. I could never afford one of these Civics....waaaay out of my price range.

i have an eighth gen civ sedan exl that i'm keeping until the wheels fall off but if they fall off I'd likely get a 20-22 ILX (9th gen civ platform) for that 2.4 & DCT w/torque converter

What do you think about the mazda3 manual? I like the interior of the mazda3 a lot but the civic has such a stylish exterior.

I have the identical car(6 speed manual). I love this car. I make monthly visits from NY to Ft Bragg, NC to visit my son. Absolute pleasure on long trips. Disappointed that a moonroof option wasnt offered in the sport trim. I hate the black sport rims and tires. Prefer the rims and tires on the former LX trim. Plenty of power. Smooth shifting. Very easy to learn to drive a manual on this vehicle. I HATE CVT’s

Valve cover gasket leaking that soon is actually crazy

I cross shopped this car with a Mazda 3 hatch. I wanted this car to be the one I got but it frustrated me that I couldn't get heated seats and heated mirrors without moving up to the turbo (didn't want a turbo engine). The Honda has more room and I think a more comfortable and simple interior...but the Mazda is great too and I have no regrets. Also, with the Mazda I got more power and a conventional auto instead of a CVT.

I got my 2019 2.0t accord for 27,500 for a steal during covid. its an insane highway cruiser at 30mpg doing 80-90mph lol... Everyday the car makes me smile. issues: weak paint, stock tires need to be a lil thicker, infotainment restarts occasionally, tighter maintenance, bad city mpg, slow to heat up in winter, 93 octane(some wont i do) pros: tire squealer, highway machine, sleek, handling, road feel, transmission, interior. you picked a good one too. you would love driving the accord a lot the 10spd just wants to go.

the rattle is the infotainment unit in the center of the dash. there's a bloody tsb on it. I'm surprised dealer hasn't fixed it. i heard it during the video

I would pick this over the 1.5T with CVT any seconds

I think the only thing I don't agree with you on is the engine braking. Mine seems to be just fine when coming up to red lights and in various highway scenarios. Compared to the Si's I've owned, maybe I have to do it slightly sooner, but not a noticeable amount. I've also had no steering rack or sticky steering issues, and no leaks anywhere. So far, this is the best new car that I've ever owned.

What car seats do you have? And are they forward facing? I am shopping for a convertible car seat with this car and I have concerns about it forward facing with the fixed headrests. Have you had any issues with that? My daughter will be rear facing for another year but want to get one that works well forward facing. Thanks!

I test rode Honda sport manual 2.0 , Honda tourer turbo manual , Mazda premium 3 manual and versa manual . While touring was best it was 15k more expensive than versa in addition to poor reliability for Honda turbo engine . The sport which is more reliable however was worse than versa when it came to road noise . It was also 9k more expensive . Other than break hold and keyless start all features were the same . Mazda test ride had electronic issues it would randomly shut off

hows the interior room? im 6'2 would my head be touching the sunroof? i havent been able to find one local to find out for myself.

This seems like a good car. I got a 22 Si and was beyond disappointed with it.

For people that are buying this car in the hatchback sport model or even the lx or sport touring, are any of you guys getting deals on the msrp? Did your salesman give you any type of break? The dealer with the best reputation near me seemed to not go below msrp.

Deadmau5 classics bruv, digging your music taste. Great album.

I live in SE PA with very bumpy roads. How are the low profile tires on your car when encountering bumpy roads?

I bought mine Civic Sport February 23. love it love it. Mine has the CVT and Paddle shifters and Love it. Mine cost 26k

Continue, they have brand new si up to $750 below msrp right now they have a red 1 left check them out.

It’s a great car, I got the sport touring because that’s what was available and I love the features and the torque but I wish I didn’t feel the need to baby the engine so much, I don’t think the k20 needs to be babied

just one question about it, how is the NVH, especially at highway cruising speeds?

I plan to get the CVT version since I cannot drive a manual due to being a person with disablity (can use only my left leg...). My question is , does the CVT version also not use a Direct-Injected engine? I am avoiding that kind of engine. Btw, I currently drive a second-hand '07 Honda FIT SPORT with the famous L15 engine ... with 361,xxx miles and counting.