2020 Honda Civic Hatchback Sport Touring Review - This Car Doesn't Shift

[@coverton]

It feels insanely better in the 6MT. Test drive a CVT and bought the 6MT just 5 days ago. CVT was fine, manual is awesome.

[@AutoAcademics]

We're sure it is, coverton341, so keep rowing those gears. 👍🏾 Enjoy your car and thanks for watching!

[@Valentin1238]

You deserve way more subscribers man. The quality of your videos is superb! Greetings from Eastern Europe!

[@AutoAcademics]

Thank you, Valentin! We'll eventually get there with the support of good people like you. Thanks for watching!

[@StandingUpForBetter]

Subscribed! Honda did a great job with this generation of Civic. It is an amazing platform and the civic is a very competent car. Also Honda deserves more credit for saving the manual.

[@AutoAcademics]

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[@haldagobay3925]

I own the Sport Touring and the attention to detail in the upholstery is really nice, the moonroof glides quickly back and I like the pull cover for when you don't want sunshine in the car. I'm easily getting 32-34 mpg combined driving. I personally like the side camera when I go to make a right hand lane change, with the bars showing me exactly how many car lengths behind to the nearest vehicle behind me. Other reviews say the navigation system a bit laggy, but I haven't found that to be the case. The alloy petal is definitely a sporty addition. One thing I don't like is the way down steering wheel adjustment, took a bit to even find the lever! The car has plenty of get up and go, and I've owned both the 350Z and 370Zs, so trust me I know get up and go. Highly recommend this car, and as everyone knows, great maintenance records. Very dependable car.

[@KeepingUpWithSharlyn]

Thank you so much! I am looking forward of purchasing this baby myself. This is all I really needed!.

[@Maxfli82]

Glad Honda is offering the manual in the highest trim.

[@AutoAcademics]

Yeah, you don't see that very often, Maxfli82. Thanks for watching!

[@crxssfire525]

I have this car in Crystal Black ❤️ only things that annoy me are: the touchscreen, no AC to the rear passengers (keeping the car warm in the back and cool up front) (need better air circulation maybe?), and a high shift knob

[@pedrofernandez3893]

Happy holidays to the staff at AutoAcademics

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[@AmandeepSingh-ck9xd]

Love your very concise and to the point reviews.

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[@kevindsmith10000]

I love you straight to the point review. No fluff. I love this car, I love the physical buttons especially temp control but I really wish Honda would include 2 or 4 way lumbar support on these.

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[@pedrofernandez3893]

I much prefer buttons and knobs instead of all these touch screens, also don't like CVT's and if I lived in a cold climate this car would be out of the question due to the oil dilution problems Honda has with the 1.5 turbo.

[@Mike-4547]

Great video. Just one question with that HP can you get on a busy HWY fast enough safely?

[@AutoAcademics]

Yes, 180-hp is plenty for everyday driving, Mike 45. It's not what we would call fast, but it's just fine for a car of this size. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@Mike-4547]

@@AutoAcademics thank you for the reply appreciate it

[@Mike-4547]

@@AutoAcademics I’m torn between this the Veloster N, and BRZ I’m looking for a sporty & practical car for weekend driving taking a ride to Miami type, I know the BRZ is the less practical though. If it was your money what would you pick? And is the CVT reliable?

[@AutoAcademics]

@@Mike-4547 This Honda would be the most practical of the 3 you mentioned. It's more comfortable and quieter, too. To be honest, while it's sporty, this Hatchback Sport Touring isn't even in the same category as the other two. The Hyundai and Subaru are more sports cars than this Civic is. If you really want to get edgy, check out the Veloster N. That's available as a 6-speed manual OR a DCT and it is lovely. Definitely more aggressive and faster than the other two, but won't beat you up like a Focus RS, either. The BRZ is nice, too, but doesn't have the power of the Veloster N. In case you didn't see it, we reviewed the Veloster N a couple of months ago. Check out that review when you get the chance and it may help you see what I'm talking about. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5vHenqIlsh6Z7M Happy shopping!

[@Mike-4547]

@@AutoAcademics thank you for the reply. I’m thinking the Veloster N would be the one, more HP and you have a bit more cargo room in case I need it.

[@JulezWinnfield]

The black aero kit looks good on this white Civic. Overall, I think the 10th gen Civic is still the best in its class.

[@AutoAcademics]

It's a good car that's been holding up well over the years. Thanks for watching, J High!

[@JulezWinnfield]

@@AutoAcademics I'm still happily driving my 2016 Civic Touring sedan which is identical to the white one you reviewed in early 2017 if I'm not mistaken. Nearly 44,000 miles and no issues whatsoever.

[@AutoAcademics]

@@JulezWinnfield That's nice to hear, J High. Enjoy and as always, thanks for watching!

[@davidvisoky]

Very professional video and really enjoyed it.

[@AutoAcademics]

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[@snobizz9]

Very good review! You just earned yourself a new subscriber

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[@asunabri8293]

As someone who sold cars for honda and had the struggle of finding a 2020 sport touring in manual for myself it may have been harder to find than they expected lmao.

[@AutoAcademics]

We hear ya, Asuna Bri. 😅 Thanks for watching!

[@anabellarallos6294]

Greetings! Great review! Just drive one today🥰 Sporty smooth😍

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Thanks for watching, Anabella Rallos!

[@vanaporter]

Sounds like valve lash and heat shield rattle already lol. What did you do to that thing

[@baldheadlogic]

Merry Christmas Chris to you and yours.

[@AutoAcademics]

Thank you, canonlybeme4life. Same to you and your family!

[@trueblue4l1f3]

Great review and video.

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[@lapstreet21]

can anyone explain to me why cvt's are not good?

[@Anakin0217]

There’s nothing ‘not good’ per-say, but some people prefer a more engaging driving experience in which the CVT does not compete with a manual transmission. I own a 10th generation Civic with a CVT because other people have to drive it as well, and I still have fun in it, but going manual would be more engaging though. The CVT has better gas mileage and is VERY easy to drive if that’s what you’re into. A CVT is basically a automatic transmission without any gears. Hope this helps!

[@Cxrcas]

Yo why did you use the music KZbin gives u while ur editing. And why is it so loud lmao

[@JJ-ls7fq]

For the love of all things good, physical knobs and buttons! Physical gear shift selector... No knobs or buttons when it comes to that. Geezaloo!

[@AutoAcademics]

LOL Thanks for watching, J J!

[@southshore74]

Why does the Civic Prefer Preimum Fuel when the CR V with the same Engine only runs on Regular Fuel ?

[@jtbubbamvf]

Sporrrrrttttt

[@tymotoboy53]

Tuning foo

[@robertsparks3584]

What it will do is cost 200.00 every 30000 miles along with a shortened life real smart. If enough people turn against Honda they will drop the CVT they already have on the accord.

[@Lenilsonjs]

Feliz natal Acadêmicos ...

[@AutoAcademics]

Thank you, lenilson JS! Same to you!

[@jbless2022]

that's my favorite car

[@vicp8772]

Folks manuals get a bump in torque. That's how I picked my sport touring. Weakest part is the tires.

[@Torsee]

Fun interesting car. Better than that last one..(lexass). 😂 Wish it had the manual as you do. A good mixture is appropriate. Volume definitely.. Gear selector Knob.. God no. (Ram and some Fords) Have a great Holiday!

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks, Torsee! Same to you!

[@ciggnature5334]

all the trims have a turbo

[@thetreblerebel]

It's two steps away from a Type R

[@Akshaysurti540]

It’s awesome. Not the car your review

[@AutoAcademics]

Ha! Thank you, Akshay Surti!

[@hdhardy1359]

this kind of "production" looks like it was made in 2000 xD or in the 90´s