2015 Honda Civic Si Sedan Review and Road Test - DETAILED in 4K
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I just bought a 2015 si and I’m currently loving it. From a drivers perspective it’s not about chasing numbers, it’s about how much fun the ride is. And so far the ride has been awesome!!
I guess the 2 tier dash never caught on with other manufacturers but I personally I liked it.
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.
Manual transmissions are for fun and control, are simpler and more reliable than autos. Most people look buy a sporty car for those qualities, not for economy or shift speed.
Really wish they'd make a hatch Si in the future!
Welcome to the future.The only hatchback “sporty” civic is the type r.Yes the type r is now available in America
It's their sport compact it would be ridiculous to outfit with an automatic transmission! The car is about fun and at the same time it still has great economy.
Once again Alex is totally right on the money! I've owned 31 personal cars (including a 2014 ILX 2.4 6-Spd Man. and Used 2015 Civic EX-L that I just got for my daughter this past Monday). Plus, I've rented several cars while on business or even just for a week of testing fun. Alex really catches every lil' detail that I've noticed myself in every review he's done. I'm just continually impressed...thanks for the great great reviews, Alex! (PS I also agree that the new 2016 ILX is a great great value...talk about a fun car that 8-Spd Double Clutch.
Focus St doesn't have an LSD diff! & They (Honda) better NOT put an auto in the Civic SI! That would suck balls... Nuts as u say lol
Daniel, the score changed from the EX in my mind because the competitive set is much smaller with the Si. There is no performance version of the Sentra which has an enormous and very well shaped trunk, similarly no performance version of the Focus sedan, Corolla, Elantra, Forte sedan, etc so that really limits the comparisons.
FINALLY BOUGHT MINE
The turbo just causes more issues in the other cars. In my opinion the natural aspirated engine cost less if it needs maintenance. This is a + for honda. They had issues with oil dilution in the their 2.0L turbo engines in the next gen civics.
You can take an ILX to 60 everytime if you launch the Si correctly.
I wasn't expect a review of this car, nice to have something similar back.
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?)
Great video! I’m currently in the market for a white one. This gen’s design is simply my favorite as well as its performance
I just bought a nice used 2015 with only 60,000 miles. Beautiful car & runs like a champ
How is it after all this chime?
You can't go wrong with these if you want economic fun. Honda really did a great job building these. But now, everyone wants larger vehicles because they either want space for road trips or want them "just because." You don't have to mod these to have fun. You just need good tires.
I don't want to nit pick but there is a "handle" on the inside top of the trunk (it is molded into the trunk liner). The i-VTEC light in the upper left hand side of the dash is not a shift light but tells when the cams are shifting lobes ( or when "VTEC is kicking in yo"). Great review as always.
+J Fazzuoli I noticed that previous Civic models had one but our 2015 Si did not.
I really want one of these ❤️🔥
I learned how to drive manual on the 10th gen civic Type R & Si but I've always loved the 9th gen
Lol, I thought I was the only one who ever says "rev the nuts off." Great review as always!
Can't wait for you to get your take on the 2016 Civic. Haven't been too impressed with the "first drive reviews" I've seen so far. Needs the AoA treatment.
Awesome review. So much effort and time put into this. Thank you so much. I'm looking at trading in my 2009 CiviC Si for possibly this 2015 version.
Just got a coupe with white in colour 2 weeks ago. Really hard to find one that is clean and low mileage, and the price of this Si is also stay high and strong. I got mine with 48k km for cad18k. The vtec is really worth it though:)
That trunk clip was gold
One of my long-loved one !This new one is great!
Alex i normally agree with you but one shopping for a civic si cannot afford a ilx. Honestly if i could afford an ilx i wouldnt take it due to the lack of manual and in general am not a fan of acura. At that price point of the ilx you could get a much nicer sports car. i know it wont be as luxurous well mayebe not as acuras terrible leather, but the civic si shopper generally is after an engaging and sporty car. So there extra money is likely to go after hp not terrible leather. thats my opinion at least
Would rather see you give review on 2016 Civic.... :(
+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 wish you did a review in the civic si coupe 2014-2015
Hey Alex. have you heard anything about the 2016 SI power train? Curious to see if they will go turbo or not, and maybe a CVT? Great video as usual!
i'm saving up for the 2015 Honda Civic EXL sedan.
Add a supercharger to this car and it completely transforms it to a fast car.
This review sounded like you applied and Penske said "not at this time" yet your day came when a Honda came around to low key slip a few jabs and hooks in comparing one of the best formula for engines and k series and compare viable and still the best HP per cylinder engine combo and best engine swap right there with LS swapping everything in the performance world while throwing jabs putting it equal with a stock family sedan and saying its equivalent to a 1998 Galant lol then compare the performance to focus rs or st and its NA.
I disagree with Alex. He implied that the Civic SI would be “better” with a dual clutch transmission. An automatic transmission is for people who can’t drive a 6 sp MT.
Alex!! Always enjor your reviews!! Could you consider to do a 2016 Subaru WRX Automatic review for us? I'm thinking of buying a WRX automatic as my first car in my life, so really wanna see your opinion on the WRX!! Thanks!!
Honda should have put RDXs 2.3L Turbo and SHAWD power train on Civic SI if they wanted to take on the Focus ST or the WRX.
I hope this is sarcasm! :P :)
That’s a neat “Sporty” compact car.
Is "a hoot and a half" in your grading scale? 😂 @ 16:30
I really like that this car doesn't have leather. It doesn't need it. Lots of cars don't need it...pet peeve. I also like the black window trim. Plastichrome would look really silly on this car.
When you get a hands on new 2016 civic touring, can you please compare handling, ride quality, acceleration and materials used vs ILX. That new 2016 civic looks pretty attractive.
While I like new civic it seems that material used inside are not as premium as in ILX.
Road noise seems pretty high too. No LED interior lighting either (maybe I'm wrong, but that's what it looked like in one of reviews.)
Great ilx review
Alex, how would you compare this to the Scion FRS (I know they are different platforms)?
Great review
After seeing the 2016 who would buy this (normal version)?
+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?
great job on the review
The si could never get an auto it would ruin the car and it’s soul and it’s appeal to their target audience if you wanna an auto like a good snowflake buy the base model
I like this car but most would get the 2016 now
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.
I took the 2.4 ILX for a test drive and was REALLY disappointed. It has the numbest steering I've ever experienced... no feel at all. The car was not that quick or eager to accelerate either. And although shifts down 1 gear were fast, shifts going down 2 gears literally took 5 seconds or more - the longest delay I've ever experienced in ANY automatic -- it was terrible. Finally, the car just didn't feel light and/or agile at all, although that could be partially due to the numb steering killing part of the fun.
+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.
the 0-60 doesn't seem to be right at 6.6 sec..... one of my friends just tested his and it was 5.3 sec!....
What are your thoughts about the 2016 ILX vs the Mazda 3 S Grand Touring? The top end Mazda3 is priced very similar to the base ILX.
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.
What changes were you able to hear are coming with new model? Turbo? Android Auto? When is it to be released?
Will you be reviewing the 2016 Civic soon?
Nice video but, like you said the 2016 will be out in about 2-3 weeks (sometime in November) on dealer lots. So why do a review on a car that will be on dealer lots for maybe 2 more months?
I mean if your in the market for a car now, the chances are great that the person has already heard about the 2016 and they probably have already seen videos on the 2016. If I were them I'd be waiting on the 2016's since the prices are very similar to last year and you get much more standard equipment on the 2016's.
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.
Ugh that’s what was “competing” with the civic si, the sciturdon tc?! 🤮 my how far we’ve come in 5 years.
again with the RED, Lolz
Darn you expensive Camera(s) ... why u no like recording Red ?!
Its not that bad this time...
No one at all: Car reviewers: 4:29
I would remove the "SI" and attach " STI" then I can have a Honda Civic WRX STI , LoL
@Thomas B I like the word "thick" better
wish it was dual exhaust. is it possible to convert to dual ?
2016 civic soon I hope?
My only complaint with this car is that the tires leak air around the sensors. I was constantly putting air in the tires. I got all the sensors replaced and my car has 75000 miles.
The st is not reliable at all, honda gives you sporty reliability, Kia Hyundai and all others DONT
Why review a car that will come to an end pretty soon?
Is it possible to only tune this car to get more power? without doing anything else besides maybe exhaust or intake ? Wish it was 260 hp and awd like the wrx
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
bro you obviously can’t drive a stick. go get ur lumbar support from an automatic ford
I like it...
Do they need to use premium?
Yes
Automatic in a civic si? Shame on you
wishgsxr it has a manual.
spoiler on a FWD?!
Revving the nuts off it......OUCH! 2:51
With the way it has to be driven, there is no bother with occasionally hitting the rev limiter, it's expected and no issue.
Hey guys anybody know the name of the silver lid on the trunk right under the Honda badge. Min 2:01
The silver strip is from factory on the 2015 si
Thanks bud
Boy racer? 🤣
Why this nigga hating on the si so much making it seem like everything else is better😭😭😭
That's the way aha aha, I like it, aha aha!
Honda! Not ford!
Jett a HAHAHAHAHAHAHA....."competition"????!!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHAHA
A Kia over a civic 💀💀