by Jake Lingeman
When the 2014 Honda Civic Si
goes on sale March 12, it'll carry a base price of $23,580, including
destination. That gets you a bit more power over previous editions of
the Si, plus some styling upgrades and extra tech.
The new Civic
rides on 18-inch alloy wheels -- one inch bigger than last year. It also
gets new taillights and side mirrors. Like last year, the new Si gets a
unique grille, which sets it apart from the regular Civics. It also
boasts a lower front bumper, a rear air diffuser and a large wing
spoiler. Prices go up $75 overall.
The Si's 2.4-liter i-VTEC four
is rated at 205 hp and 174 lb-ft of torque. Last year's car had 201 and
170, respectively. Honda says the slight boost is due to a retuned
exhaust system. A six-speed manual is the only transmission option.
The suspension was revised with higher spring rates, new dampers and a stiffer rear-stabilizer bar.
Inside,
the Si offers a 7-inch touchscreen featuring a smartphone-like user
interface. It uses HondaLink, the app-based system that connects
customers to smartphone-provided content. The Si also comes standard
with keyless entry and start, expanded rearview mirror and LaneWatch,
which monitors blind spots.
The 2014 Civic Si
Coupe is offered in standard and Navi trims, both equipped with summer
tires. The Si sedan only gets the summer tires with the standard trim.
Source;
http://www.autoweek.com/article/20140311/CARNEWS/140319973
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