Is the 2022 Honda Civic Sport a BETTER sedan than a Mazda 3 or Corolla XSE?

The ALL NEW Civic is here and Honda has made some big changes for the new 2022. On the Outside of the Civic Sport features unique 18in wheels, LED lighting, and polished aluminum exhaust tip. On the inside you will be greeted to a thick wrapped leather steering wheel, 7in infotainment system, gauge cluster from the Accord, and cloth seating with leather bolsters. Under the hood is a 2.0L inline-4 that produces 158HP & mated to a CVT transmission. Is the 2022 Honda Civic Sport a BETTER sedan than a Mazda 3 or Corolla XSE?
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[@kevinbreese5739]

I'm sorry, but NO car in this day and age should be called "sport" when it goes 0-60 in 8.5 seconds. That's outstandingly sluggish. You'd likely lose a drag race vs The ice cream man. Otherwise, it's a good reliable and economical point A to B car.

[@2004cyrus]

Well as you know it’s about exterior decoration. Just like the Volkswagens aesthetic packages they call R-Line.

[@AkakiPeikrishvili]

Yeah, they should just call it Basic instead of calling it a Sport package.

[@Puma.predator]

@@AkakiPeikrishvili Well that’s why you got the LX trim level. It’s just called Sport because it has that ‘Sporty’ design/look into it.

[@jeffb.6642]

Yeah in this case, the "sport" seems like Honda's name for the base trim. I suppose it could be called Sport, if the sport is something like say, golfing.

[@wildforthecats661]

I was called sport when I ran a marathon and I was slow. 😎

[@alexgonzalez7945]

Joe I just wanna say man your videos have helped me take my mind off all the terrible s**t going on in the world and in my life as well. The consistency and comedy you deliver in every single video is enthralling, and as someone who dreams of driving cars for a living, I aspire to be like you. Keep it up man, looking forward to the day that Raiti’s Rides becomes the biggest car review channel.

[@AdamSmith-ps1ws]

The “baby accord” looks great 😜

[@doubledown8229]

Looks like a teenage Accord. Lol

[@2004cyrus]

Omg I hadn’t thought of that !

[@DRsalt-yf8xb]

OMG YOUR SOOOOO QUIRKY 🙀🤪🤪🤮🙀 THATS ONLY THE 23 TIME IVE HEARD THAG JOKE

[@DillyDo319]

It literally is the Accords baby 😆😆

[@Sparaco487]

About time they got away from the ricer looking body like last gen

[@timbeierschmitt9204]

Just got a Rallye Red one yesterday and Im really enjoying it so far. Wasnt looking for a fast car and it made sense economically. I dont need crazy tech, but the car comes with enough features and the screens look great. The door sensors for the key is wild! It drives phenomenal and has a clean look. I like the interior, feels comfy and has a different design. So far I feel like I made a good choice. Had a '15 LX before and it had no problems, fan for life!

[@jeffb.6642]

I'm confused why the customer couldn't have taken the black one for a spin instead of the red one - but then I remembered that Red = +50 HP

[@jacobrivasjr]

what do you mean

[@komangariantha8675]

@@jacobrivasjr red is Racing...

[@mugensamurai]

I thought the red one looked real cool and maybe it'll make me feel like a race car driver.

[@2004cyrus]

Lol automatically

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

Red cars are Police magnets.

[@Benscarreviews]

Joe my man!! Red paint and black wheels are my favorite combo. Looks good on anything!👑

[@edgardomartinez4696]

Just bought one in white. From all the civics I’ve seen and owned three 1995 Civic, 2018 Civic Si, and 2019 Civic Type r…..so far this new generation looks awesome. Basic, no need to replace the wheels or add body kits to it. Easy to drive, turns are sharp. I think Honda is listening (about time!) Everything is great. If you want something basic and clean 2022 Civic Sport is your car.

[@johnkent6866]

I bought one in meteorite grey metallic and added 25% tint, I absolutely love it has a sleek, classy look with a touch of sporty rides very smooth and plenty comfortable as well

[@modernsportscarsofarizona7559]

I decided on this to replace my dearly departed Mazda 3 Sport. Love the space and styling even more than the Corolla. For real performance I have sport bikes. Just needed a good looking and reliable A to B car with modern safety tech. Great review as always.

[@richardcerritelli9657]

I have a Z06 Corvette with 550 horsepower and a GSXR Hayabusa so you could imagine I just want to point A to point B car this just suits me fine

[@stockmaro]

If only the honda accord came out with a RWD drivetrain and manual transmission, I’d be sold.

[@visionarxy]

Facts 💯 i agree w you on that, if only Honda Accord made AWD & RWD w manual it’ll be sold everywhere, and branded speakers, i don’t know why they don’t til now for the 2022 ugly civic, Bose, they should have better speakers. Like harman kardon, olufsen something better than Honda’s speakers, also might need to bring back V6 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@xil3ntkha0s]

@@visionarxy just go aftermarket and call it a day. Had a Bose in my Acura and it was meh

[@garys2157]

You mean if only Honda had any RWD platform.

[@dancarlton7973]

Honda refuses to build RWD cars, though they hand made the S2000 in the past.

[@olliebear8592]

They really turned the new civic into the old accord.

[@keyshawnrussell245]

@@profribasmat217 it makes the car look dated already since the accord has been out for almost 4 years now

[@keyshawnrussell245]

@@profribasmat217 umm okay😂

[@hyun1141]

@@profribasmat217 what a weird and insecure sounding response lmao

[@hyun1141]

@@profribasmat217 oh you're not? okay thanks for clearing that up lol

[@hyun1141]

@@profribasmat217 Sure but the thing that's funny is that no one mentioned anything about being a man or making a statement, you just took some random guy's mildly critical comment about the old accord so personally that it's amusing.

[@MichaelA.2499]

Okay the new Civic is growing on me

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

Honda knew exactly what they were doing with this new Civic.

[@_dmfd]

@@AKZbinChannelwithNoName maybe with the Touring, not so much this imo. This just misses too many boxes for my taste.

[@hemi3005]

It's dope man! I'm telling you

[@henryhonda8408]

What a shame the Touring trim doesn't have this engine instead of the turbo engine.

[@versansky75]

I really like the Civic and the redesign, however, I also think it looks like a smaller version of the Accord

[@MrDaveaccord]

I sat in a new Sport in Agean Blue metallic recently. Great redesign with a fantastic interior. It's better looking than my 2018 Accord in my opinion. But Honda cut corners big time. No driver power seat, hard plastic on the top door panels, no rear USB or power connection, no map pockets behind the front seats, no center arm rest in the rear, and no engine temp gauge in the instrument cluster.

[@willyloehman2812]

Sounds more like nitpicking, its a great car with a solid engine and very sporty, for that frice its a home run

[@thundergato84]

@@willyloehman2812 No, they actually did. The 11th generation had more options, and they removed them.

[@KenKellySWFL]

What?! No seat back pockets, USB inputs or cup holders for rear seat passengers? My 2009 Hyundai Sonata has these basic features! That could be a deal breaker when I upgrade!

[@thomast803]

Yeah especially when you can get heated seats and remote start and at least rear armrest for around 25k in a Jetta. And panoramic sunroof for another 850.

[@09RadBoy]

I hope the Type R does not have all those fake vents, and all that stuff.

[@thatvolvoguy6565]

You know it will

[@2004cyrus]

Hope not but I’m not going to be surprised

[@jmunayer]

I actually don’t think it will. Clearly Honda is going in a different direction.

[@boygonewhoopdataZZ]

The Veloster is the only car without any face vents.

[@mbenton6]

@@boygonewhoopdataZZ stop it ma?da 3 does not have fake vents

[@Olvera_emi]

Calling this car “sport” is a insult to the word. The engine is SLOW and the exhaust is disappointing to say it generously 😑 its like they’re trying to lose to the Koreans

[@gotworc]

it's a Honda civic lmao what do you expect.... LMAO

[@Olvera_emi]

@@gotworc something similar to a 10th gen civic exhaust

[@inmonoask4259]

@@gotworc go drive a 10th gen

[@OriginalYTBR]

Drive the car and you will see it’s actually good. Exhaust doesn’t make anything a sports car and it’s not slow it’s decent. It’s like saying a mustang gt 5.0 is slow compared to a zr1 corvette. These are fun to drive and actually sporty to drive. I would suggest don’t hate unless you actually drive it and judge. Also Honda won’t lose to the Koreans because it’s Honda not Korean low reliability and low resale crap from experience. I will take quality and driving experience over a few extra ponies plus this thing tuned Gains good numbers on the dyno with the turbo.

[@UltimateBeast59]

Not going to lie when I saw this at first I didn’t like the front end at all, but when I saw it in person doesn’t look that bad at all and if you put the HPD package on it, it looks absolutely amazing I can’t wait for people to start tuning them and adding their own style to them . Would also love to see an Si and Type R on this updated body style

[@Kahnsie]

"I'm not putting anything in between my legs because that's going to hurt" - Joe

[@RaitisRides]

LMAO! Thanks for letting me share some laughs with you!

[@Kahnsie]

@@RaitisRides Haha! Love the review also!

[@CoolKidJTM156]

Hey Joe, the new Civic looks great. Keep up the amazing videos man!

[@juniorpinedo2812]

I only saw this car one time in the street. I haven’t seen any at all ever since release. I remember when the 10th gen came out, I saw it EVERYWHERE. 🤔

[@itzz_me_am0811]

Back in 2016 the market was different. Nowadays people prefer Crossovers and SUVs over a sedan :)

[@ryanlittleton5615]

It's the chip shortage. There's not even that many for sale, 3242 according to Autotrader.

[@mulattopapi9741]

There’s a shortage of chips I just got my new sport yesterday , 6 ppl were looking at it but I was there first

[@movementonwheels]

Really liking this generation. I almost gave up hope in the civic.

[@worldofwisdom617]

I know they were getring sloppy and extreme with their designs.

[@dylanmelotti4301]

Been holding on to my 99 Honda Civic EX. Haven't liked any newer models until now. Honda really outdid themselves with this design.

[@movementonwheels]

@@dylanmelotti4301 Hopefully the si and type r are tasteful

[@anthonyoh8949]

So underpowered and a sport w no Manuel ? Especially a civic , should be a staple

[@movementonwheels]

@@anthonyoh8949 honestly no one is buying manuals. Let’s face it everyone got lazy and plus traffic is terrible in California. Next when has the civic ever been powerful?

[@robertwilliam9558]

I would spend my hard earned cash on the Mazda 3 all day.

[@2004cyrus]

Smart man

[@evaristocorripio5434]

Definitely!

[@user-cp1qh9jv6c]

Why? You don’t like the Honda CIVIC? You don’t like the Honda CIVIC SPORT?

[@user-cp1qh9jv6c]

I go all in for Honda or NISSAN

[@robertwilliam9558]

@@user-cp1qh9jv6c Who wants a CVT? No way

[@Pasadena97-]

Loved how you could see the curvature of the earth during that driving impression at the end

[@anthonyhardison3398]

Honda has dropped the ball on this one.....too basic interior, CVT...

[@LJImutan]

“So you’re going to have to hold on to your abacus in between your legs and watch out if you’re a guy watch out on the family jewels with that” 😂😂😂

[@coolex8852]

Test drove a black one at the Honda dealership. I own a 10th gen sport sedan and it’s faster and lighter then the 11th gen. Only thing that impressed me was the interior.

[@rileystanek]

I have a '21 Hatchback Sport with the 1.5 T and is there any reason to upgrade in the next couple of years?

[@coolex8852]

@@rileystanek we’re still waiting to see what the 11th gen hatchback looks like. Honda said they were gonna keep a 6 speed manual as an option or you can get a 7 speed cvt so it’s really just what your preference is.

[@cacheshier]

Joe I bought a new car a week ago after a lot of research, but now I am hooked on Raiti's Rides and just keep tuning in for more anyway...LOL

[@danbittner6805]

I’ll take the Mazda 3 over this all day everyday. Love the red with the black wheels and black mirrors though

[@2004cyrus]

Smart man Dan!

[@drumflip1253]

Looks like a boring rental you get in Cleveland at 2am when no other cars are left.

[@ML-yn9yu]

Yeah, I liked the previous looking gen better. Not sure why people are liking this design I guess boring people like boring designs.

[@gabrieldasilva4198]

Who would want to be in Cleveland in the first place?

[@ML-yn9yu]

@Juan Dela Cruz exhibit A

[@udontknowmeg7254]

Chill

[@wilchambers1401]

@@gabrieldasilva4198 Yes and you will want to have a si to be able to get out of Cleveland quick!

[@garynapoli3042]

29,000 for the touring and no rear AC vents either I guess you got to wait for the refresh

[@_dmfd]

Rear AC and ventilated front seats are a much needed feature these days imo, esp for $30k

[@williamsaad6833]

Funny how in the US Civic trims go like this: LX (2.0), Sport (2.0), EX (1.5T), Touring (1.5) Here in Canada we have: LX (2.0), EX (2.0), Sport (2.0) and Touring (1.5T). Our Sport trim has a sunroof and our EX trim doesn't have the 1.5T engine. We can only get it in the Touring trim. Fun to see the little market differences

[@wilchambers1401]

I subscribe to alot of car reviewers but Joe is killing it with entertainment! Skateboard just passed us, generator to power your phone. I laugh everytime I watch his car reviews he's hilarious!

[@vicp8772]

It's more wanna b sport. Sport should mean higher engine HP. Here it's just a looks thing. The single back seat has to go. Sticking to my gen x hatch 6sp

[@treverpitts]

its stock 158hp

[@cash2374]

Can bmw compare

[@saadafm]

I agree, I felt that the sport at least deserves the HP of the touring. It's called sport after all

[@azaelbarraza8600]

Hahaha!! Somebody in a skateboard just passed us! This guy is hilarious.

[@henryhonda8408]

Let them pass.... who cares.... as long as the ride is great I wouldn't care if an old lady passes me.

[@gregkeller80]

Most reliable car you can buy

[@ta34809]

Even with a cvt? Hearing stories about these newer cars is pushing me towards a manual si

[@2222paulr]

I just bought the 2022 civic touring in red from a dealer in Daytona and they had to drive to Tampa for it! I love this car so much and already have 1,000 miles on it!

[@sdalexander8505]

I like the wheels. I don’t like how small they make the baby brakes look. They should have stuck with 17” wheels and saved 18” for the Si.

[@JoKIA_-100]

I’ll be waiting for the hatchback.

[@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials]

hatch if they make a Si. If not, sedan Si.

[@hanookeric457]

Coupe and type r too

[@zipy4900]

hatchback so ugly

[@cash2374]

@@zipy4900 Volkswagen or Honda?

[@cash2374]

@@zipy4900 ?

[@luisarreguin2202]

At 18:30 during the " on throttle" pull he says " somebody in a skateboard just passed us. Haha 😄

[@Live_laugh_love94]

“You’ll probably fall asleep before you pass the finish line” 💀😂😂😂😂😂

[@fr3ddy1461]

I love how Joe speaks to us in codes. If you watch him enough you understand. Here, he’s saying, “if you go 22 civic, go touring, if not get a Mazda” 😂😂😂

[@Alawadhi_53]

Thanks Joe for the review 😍 , still the mazda 3 is the best option with skyactive technology + 6 gear shifts + 360 dgree cam + head up display + Napa leather + AWD with turbo trim

[@Alawadhi_53]

@Keej Vaj All the best bro , all of them is best choice but I was talking what you get options for the money and we don't forget mazda has 100 years of experience + many cars was with Nascar racing , in the end I love also Honda accord especially 2.0t with 10 speed transmission no cvt thanks for your conversation

[@thundergato84]

@@Alawadhi_53 I'm currently deciding between a 2021 Mazda3 Select hatchback, and a 2022 Honda Civic EX sedan. I do like the Mazda3 for not having a turbo, and no CVT.

[@Alawadhi_53]

@@thundergato84 exactly , + the material inside the mazda is totally different than the other cars in same trim its like actually german cars that's what you will feel while driving also honda is good choice but it's like others corolla or sentra mazda like mercedes or bmw you can also go to both dealers and have a test drive then you will remember my words , all the best bro🌹

[@meg4458]

@@thundergato84 whats the problem with CVT my 14 civic is CVT and i have had 0 problems and it shifts seamlessly.

[@ammarisrar2005]

For me, I would choose between the civic and the Mazda 3 for style, the Corolla to me looks like a car that is trying to look sporty and I would take the Mazda over the two for not have by a CVT.

[@marshallosantos9035]

Trust me the Mazda 3 is legit. I haven’t driven the new civic yet but I have the Mazda 3, it’s a better experience than my 10th gen.

[@im_justin_u9493]

Get the Mazda 3 turbo and you get a nice quick point a to b car and if you get the hatch you can get a manual transmission I enjoy my 3

[@ammarisrar2005]

Uhhh guys I’m almost 16 and I have my permit but thanks for the recommendations though lol

[@Tigerex966]

yes, the mazda does not have a cvt, looks the best inside and out, but has torsion beam rear suspension. All wheel drive and that big turbo engine are great though.

[@wilchambers1401]

I also brought the Mazda over this due to it not having a cvt and interior quality is much better then this sport.

[@davidp2888]

I've been looking really hard at the new Civic. Your review will help me make a good decision, Joe.

[@jjacob25101]

The Sport is nice, if you likevthe functionality for the price without the sunroof, power seats snd stuff want the more reliable N/A 2.0L engine, and it has enough power and acceleration for you. Otherwise, spring for the similarly sportbtunedcsuspension Touring with all the tech and options, or the Sport Touring Hatchback when it comes out if you like thevstyling and cargo utility more, and the available 6 speed manual.

[@angelarriaga6037]

This guy always gives great reviews 💯👌🏽

[@jff757]

Sport trim with CVT and 0-60 in 8.5 seconds?? What was Honda thinking?? And they've been doing this for DECADES!

[@RaitisRides]

I guess the Sport is more for appearance . SI and Type R will bring the performance.

[@quentinturnage7252]

I had 89k mikes on my 18 Accord Sport CVT and not once had an issue with the transmission. I wasn’t the gentlest with it either. My mom has a 17 Acura ILX A-Spec and I do not like that transmission because it is not nearly as smooth shifting. I was always an Accord guy because the Accords have always looked more mature than civics. I traded my 18 Accord for the 22 Civic Sport.

[@CallmeJay-1]

7:08 I thought I was color blind for a secound 😂

[@bryanlastra9213]

18:26 “Somebody in a skateboard just passed us” 😭😭

[@GoodRevan]

The new Civic looks okay, but the Mazda 3 wins easy for style.

[@RaitisRides]

I am with you Kelby! I would go Mazda 3.

[@GoodRevan]

You're not wrong it's a bit tight in the back for adults. That's a trade off I'm willing to make for what the Mazda offers.

[@robinarora8137]

Mazda 3 is girlish, like wearing a lipstick

[@GoodRevan]

The civic is girly lol

[@wilchambers1401]

@Juan Dela Cruz I just brought a Mazda 3 turbo and I absolutely love it! But one thing you are totally right about is the rear seat leg room is very, very tight!

[@RealKevGotEm]

I think Mazda has them both beat, Joe. Cause Mazda is premium and has more features and whatver

[@manifestSD]

Why I love this channel ... it's either 'good news' or 'even better news'. Can confirm the solid beauty of the Mazda3 sedan grille and fascia. The new Civic Sport wheels, though, gorgeous.

[@classace7261]

You know you’re early to the video when you can scroll down and read all the comment in range haha

[@limpunsing224]

The new Civic is nice but the 3 is still nicer & I'd still prefer a n/a 2.5 over 1.5t

[@Nitrous-ej5zy]

That's why I bout the N/A 2 liter instead.

[@nathanallen5489]

There’s tons of these arriving now! I love that it’s not overstyled like the previous generation

[@RaitisRides]

I think that is why they are very popular.

[@cpl8168]

If anything, it's understyled.

[@nathanallen5489]

@@TonyCrispruby they’re gonna make the si soon

[@nathanallen5489]

@@TonyCrispruby that was not the si he reviewed, that was the near-base Sport. The si is coming soon, so you will get to still have the two things you like about it. It’s just that the Si and Type R debut at a later date.

[@NeloDiavolo]

It's insane how much Raiti's Rides has grown over the last few years. from less than ten thousand to over 500K!

[@rezhaadriantanuharja3389]

With this kind of quality, it was just a matter of time

[@wilchambers1401]

I subscribed the first time I watched his videos.

[@LexxLuther100]

If you’re buying a civic go all the way to the touring. And the Accord you gotta at least go sport 2.0.

[@thundergato84]

That's almost 30k. Nope.

[@Sajomo]

Agreed. If you want a decent car you need to spend more than 30K these days.

[@didiermejia780]

The hatch looks so good.

[@mugensamurai]

Sorry Joe. I wanted to check out the Red one. It looked cool.

[@battosaijenkins946]

WOW that red is vibrant!

[@roostertailspice2482]

@@Zach-yg4tv r/woosh

[@_dmfd]

I have an Elantra GT Sport, and besides it being a hatchback and having a thousand more much needed features and amenities, it's an actual Sport model. It has an upgraded twin scroll turbo 4cyl, and a 7spd DCT, with a great sounding dual exhaust and an electronic lsd. And that's just the performance features. The amenities it has is comparable to a luxury car. Truly unlike anything else in its class, it's such a good daily. It really sucks that these manufacturers recently are calling base models with chrome blacked out a " Sport " model. All's this is is an appearance package, and honestly it doesn't even look that sporty. It's a big zonk for me. No turbo, no manual, cvt, not even foglights?? On a Sport? All cloth interior, no rear ac? There's obv only one choice in this class - the Forte GT. It has great features and the performance to back its name up. This and the Corolla XSE? Smh.

[@dagone12]

Still like the Mazda 3 more.

[@loryang3560]

THANK YOU. Thank you. Thank you thank you thank you. Thanks for not writing, "Still like the Mazda3 better." If I can give you all the thumbs up, I would.

[@dagone12]

@Juan Dela Cruz back seat, yes. Good enough for my daily use, yes. I’m referring more to style and handling.

[@loryang3560]

@Juan Dela Cruz Mazda is snug. People are too fat these days, hence why a compact car is now midsize compared to cars from the '90s, a midsize car is the size of a full-size, and a 1/2 ton truck is a behemoth.

[@JoeVQ]

Civic is way better 😹🙏🏾‼️💯

[@naughtysauce4323]

The Honda sports trims have always been a weak trim with a lot of missing features. I would personally shell out a little over 1.5k more for the EX and get a lot more bang for your buck, plus you're getting around 30hp more.

[@gumerzambrano]

The features of the EX are nothing that i'd need and it looks worse than the sport imo. I'll be fine without it

[@uberefficent3936]

@@gumerzambrano the only difference cosmetic wise is literally the wheels and exhaust tip

[@dylanw890]

This is a nice car, but I am waiting for the hotter Si! I am hoping that the high performance models get unique interior trims to make it look a little more premium. I am surprised that they took the fog lights out of the sport trim. I actually like a good set of fog lights, mainly because you can switch to yellows for inclement weather and keep your LED headlights. Also, this may not be as agressive looking as the previous gen, but this actually a very cohesive and clean design and I really like it.

[@ericy3201]

So basically he asks if the Civic is better than its competitors and at the end he says he doesn't know. Instead, he wants to know what we think. Unless I'm mistaken, isn't he the professional car reviewer here?

[@armycopJK]

I bought a 2022 Civic Sport because it's the roomiest of the compact cars. The shoulder room is important for me since I am a bigger guy up top. My left shoulder was rubbing the B-pillar on the Corolla, and the seats in the Elantra are tight on the upper body if you are wider. The Civic is classified as a mid-size car now, you can feel a big difference. It's almost as big as my Nissan Rogue was inside.

[@jesseyzheng888]

If I choose to buy Civic, I would go for Sport trim as it looks more sporter than the top end. I do not understand why Honda put dual exhausts hidden under the rear bumper, which makes it look more boring for the top trim.

[@SSaugaCriss]

touring exhaust is hidden because they want to make it different from the Si dual exhaust is visible (oval tips)

[@honeypeterfreakingbadger3666]

Hope the new civic type R will be sell in Europe, nice review for this civic sport Joe 👌🏽

[@RaitisRides]

It would be terrible for you guys if it did not.

[@pietroosen1118]

they are testing it since last year here in germany, of course it will come! www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/neuheiten/honda-civic-erlkoenig/?openGallery=1

[@willyloehman2812]

Its crushing the market right now

[@andrahbell7020]

I like that this guy review the lower trim cars as well thanks

[@rizzystaydizzy]

How come these sport trims (Civic Sport & Corolla XSE) don’t have a sunroof/moonroof as compared to the Mazda 3?? No cars with a sun/moonroof is a zonk to me..

[@uhnuuygub6924]

Get a si then

[@wilchambers1401]

@@uhnuuygub6924 I would but there not out and im tired of standing in the rain waiting for a bus!

[@wilchambers1401]

I don't believe Mazda 3 base model comes with a sunroof.

[@dejanuzelac2234]

In Canada we have sunroof on civic sport models including new one 2022

[@captinbeyond]

Love the styling and love the color. But I agree, it would be nice to have it in a manual.

[@Sgtballeslol]

Si has a manual… it’s a little bit more in terms of price but I’d say it’s worth it.

[@captinbeyond]

@@Sgtballeslol but the SI only comes with a turbo. 1.5 that I will never even consider buying. I will never buy another turbo engine car.

[@AdversaryNemesis1124]

I said it before and I'll say it again, Mazda ain't no joke!! They came out swinging to show everyone that their here to play!!!

[@TheSladecharlong]

I live In Canada and bought a 22 civic sport in sonic grey, in Canada the sport model has heated steering wheel, heated seats, dual climate, sunroof, rear fold down arm rest with 2 cup holders, 60/40 split folding rear seat, 2 USB ports in the rear, rear seat back pocket, blind spot monitoring, heated mirrors with integrated turn signals. I’m surprised how much worse the sport is in the U.S.

[@harmanpreetsingh7341]

Im also gonna buy sports trim …. Whats the fuel economy in city with heavy traffic like surrey lol

[@TheSladecharlong]

@@harmanpreetsingh7341 I get about 8.7l/100km and that’s in normal mode or Econ, haven’t used the sport mode much.

[@Ermac185]

The most grandma 👵🏼 on throttle I’ve seen in my life lmao

[@tlbeedy]

Mazda 3 Base model interior quality beats this in every way. I can’t stand the hard plastic on the door panels. For me, that ruins the overall experience for the rest of the car

[@colinahr1905]

Why is this the nicest looking version of the civic, yet almost “worst one” when it comes to features and specs

[@RaitisRides]

Tell me about it Colin!

[@edsantos3019]

Dude congrats 🍾 you the best in the “Bidnezz” God bless you bro! You’re like the gold standard for car reviews surpassing Doug Demuro (and that’s one of my favorites)

[@yongutsa]

Thanks Joe for the great video. CVT is still the deal breaker to me!

[@RaitisRides]

I am shocked they didn't offer the sport with a manual.

[@warwid5419]

@@RaitisRides They keeping it for the Si and Type R I guess -_-

[@daynevickers1079]

Honda has castrated the 'Sport' edition by virtue of only 158 HP, making it an oxy-moron. It's 'All hat and no cattle'. Oh, and a big shout-out to Lori!

[@omarcortes5754]

I was not convinced about the new design the first time I see it , but now I love it.

[@RayDLX]

I’m sorry but the 10th gen is so much nicer looking. Better looking exhaust pipe, REAL FOG lights, and overall just meaner looking

[@bedd8934]

they need to put the detuned 2.0t in the civic as well.They would sell a ton of them.

[@aarongrisham5555]

Eh, with the Mazda you get quality in all areas

[@MiguelRPD]

I'm a Toyota/Lexus guy but I'd buy this over the Corolla. It's a beautiful ride and I like how it looks like a mini Accord.

[@thundergato84]

Over a Mazda3 with 186HP, and no CVT?

[@apacheizm23]

Thanks for posting, great video.. I just picked mine up yesterday. Sonic grey..

[@leviefrauim1425]

We've had Hondas for years and recently got back into the Mazda scene too- both great cars but I'm thinking the traditional 6 speed trans on the M3 wins this comparo.

[@larrymassa3524]

The Si will have a Manuel transmission. I’m holding out for the SI

[@EulogizingSleep]

@@larrymassa3524 the civic sport also can be paired with a 6 speed.

[@amill1563]

I keep hearing the EX trim is the level to get.

[@eksentrysyti]

EX is the lowest trim you can get that comes with the 1.5L Turbo. LX and Sport trims get the 2.0L non-Turbo.

[@LukeO-1234]

Ex gets heated cloth seats, 1.5T great value in my eyes. But I'm holding out for a sport touring hatchback 6 speed manual

[@LukeO-1234]

@@RaitisRides only reason I might not do SI is I want a hatchback so I can take my bicycle to the bike trail

[@amill1563]

@@RaitisRides Likewise.

[@XXtheJUMPoffXX]

Touring has the Bose sound system

[@Redfox489]

I love the cloth arm rest! A leather will wear out quickly and not as comfy

[@illcryst]

In Canada we get a sunroof on the sport trim, got mine on order 😃

[@brettg689]

Honda could have easily put fog lights on the sport trim! Otherwise I really like the new design

[@liudizzle]

I was lukewarm about this new gen but it looks fire in this red trim.

[@hollinsleon3298]

"You might have to bring a generator with you to charge your friend's phone" 🤣🤣🤣

[@arshana2740]

I’m grateful you talked about the Twinkie storage. Not many give these specifications

[@mystictk4149]

Absolutely love the sleek and sharp design on it. They did a fantastic job with it and the red color makes it pop for sure.

[@mbenton6]

You must be drunk... 158 hp... 0-60 in nearly 9 seconds

[@joelmiller6849]

@@mbenton6 okay Ricky Bobby, no one cares

[@uberefficent3936]

@@mbenton6 get the Si then idiot.

[@erickbernal2937]

For being the newest out there, it seems like they went back a couple years instead

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

Here's my zonks...No sunroof option on Sport trim. The Canadian version offers it. And 7 inch display is too small when other competitors offers 8 inches or 10. What Honda should've done with the Civic is make a package trim for the Sport to include some premium features. The irony is that this new Civic Sport is priced just about the same as the Elantra N-Line. But the Elantra N-Line gives you 201hp. This Civic Sport is only 158hp. And you get a sunroof, blindspot warning, and rear seat cupholders..Go Figure! But I do like the styling of this new Civic a lot. Just Honda needs to take a play book on their Korean rivals on how to package trim levels to satisfy their customers.

[@alengreen589]

100% right.

[@MidniteSan]

I'm sticking with Mazda 3 turbo awd especially hatchback, alot more luxurious and I get what I paid for if not more. 👍

[@luisurbieta8924]

Hi Zonkman! What if Car brands had no mistakes made? Meaning transmission, engines, and no fake vents?

[@r0mediddy]

I’d like to hear that answer too lol. Also maybe a quarterly “best car or truck of the quarter”.

[@edgargarzaarizpe195]

No zonks then

[@mk-xh6jt]

Scottie...needs to hear that

[@sohrabi947]

Honda fanboy spotted!

[@S.0.G]

Just drove one yesterday. Very nice car Honda did a great job. The biggest downfall is the engine. Absolutely NO power in the “sport” trim. I mean it was so bad I decided not to buy it and now looking at a Camry instead. Great looking civic but horrible performance

[@Stigz34]

Thanks for the heads up. I was thinking of trading my Corolla but my Corolla makes more power

[@willyloehman2812]

Ill take the 2.0 over the problems that come with the 1.5f any day, its an econobox not a sports car

[@80mlc]

Somebody on a skateboard just passed us LOL 🤣

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the laughs and the cars with you.

[@4fourM]

I like this 11th gen Civic, simple but still improved.