Whats It's Like To Drive A Honda Civic Si (8th Gen 2006-2011)

In this video, I show you what it's like to drive a Honda Civic Si. I own a 2009 Civic Si, and I film a quick ride in my car! It has about 200 horsepower, and I go along some side streets, as well as on the highway. It is a fun car to drive because it has just enough horsepower to allow you to go wide open throttle without worrying about hitting insane speeds!
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[@jimmyfogger6218]

"I'm just going to let the engine warm up" revs to 4000 XD

[@andynaka]

4000 on this engine is like 1000 in other cars xD haha dont worry

[@Tcho2100]

Ryan Cowtan mmm,may not be bad but for sure it will wear out more than another engine wher u don't high rev it. Not opinion just fact.

[@Tcho2100]

Ryan Cowtan i never said they don't last I just stated a fact.

[@Tcho2100]

Ryan Cowtan well let me go straight forward , look like ur confused big time ! Say u have both of theses engines Brand new 0 miles on each of them,then u drive both of them for about 70000 miles,one u high rev close to 7k rpm all the time and the other one less than 3k rpm all the time during the 70000 miles!! Say that after u open up both of them for inspection, the one that was high rev all the time WILL HAVE MORE WEAR than the one that was never rev pass 3k rpm thats ALL IM SAYING! I hope u got it!

[@Tcho2100]

Ryan Cowtan man sorry to say but ur an idiot if u can't just admit that regardless if there's vtec or wat not,the more u push an engine the more wear,i do own a civic si 2013 at this present moment i do know about vtec.

[@youngnboosted3847]

unlocks door. 'clicks 500 times'

[@dennisreynolds6915]

Lol

[@furkankahraman671]

OCD

[@furkankahraman671]

OCD

[@longphan7941]

it was already opened

[@rackss5369]

I felt this hard🤣🤣

[@lindabelardes5971]

Keep enjoying your car. A girl pulled out in from of me and totaled my 2007 SI and It was a blast to drive and I miss it. Now sure if I should look for another, I'm going to be 60 soon. It was more fun then the Vette I had years ago. lol

[@lindabelardes5971]

I had it for 10 years and it had low miles. Have fun!!!

[@mrorionfan1]

I test drove a 2007 but decided because of cost on the regular Civic of that year. It was awesome though! I hate yours was totaled.

[@Happytylermovieproducction]

Linda Belardes Time to get a Classic American Muscle again.

[@Affalterbach1967]

I was taught public speaking by Matt Foley, a guy who lives in a van by the river. For a one camera video, that is a great camera angle, showing dash and pedals.

[@ahmudmuhaamedkhodier375]

soul goodman driving a honda civic 😂

[@-NxFace-]

AHMUD MUHAAMED KHODIER LMAO IM DEAD

[@darthaust20]

😂😂

[@8latt]

Lmao I didnt notice until you said it

[@WelshyAutomotive]

Hey everybodeeeeeeey

[@Jodvix]

Welshy i thought he is an indian with his accent

[@titan9259]

i wanted to say thaaaaaat!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@IaMaWeSoMe7478]

LOL

[@TheSubhashbob]

Hahahaha🤣

[@ZeenaHearts]

I know I’m going to learn me something real GOOD when I hear those words

[@beardedraleigh1649]

Bro, your enthusiasm is on point.

[@cooperdriskell3586]

I got a 2006 Civic, and I love the thing, it is a GREAT first car, and I'm so happy to own one!

[@babygloads]

I have a 2006 Si Coupe stock and it is a lot of fun to drive because like you mentioned it’s not fast but it is quick and a lot of fun

[@bobwesley4634]

I have been driving my 2008 civic si for 5 years now, bought it used for 17000$ CA, reached 180000km last week, I can hold up with so many other more expensive cars, or more recent ones, reving up to 8200 rpm is just so fun and exciting !! I've driven this car to his limit so many times, pushing very hard on the mechanic and haven't need to put any money at all since. This machine is unkillable and gives so much satisfaction when driving it !!!

[@HelpfulDIY]

LOL they're literally insanely durable! You can floor it all day and it'll still run perfectly fine!

[@markymark535]

really? 120,000 on a stock motor is that bad?

[@gambit_toys6554]

It's 2019. Pick up the 8th SI before they start going up in price. Prices are about as low as it gets. One day they will be hard to find like the RSX Type S. The VTEC sounds like a TRUMPET, it doesn't sound that good on video.

[@markymark535]

did you find one?

[@ironbloodedmyth1204]

Thinking of getting one as a daily, my VW R32 for Weekends 😁

[@kyb9206]

Yup! Picking up a 2007 8th gen coupe with 108k miles for $5k

[@kevinwhiting8391]

@@kyb9206 I just paid $1,300 for a 06 Coupe LX great condition 186000 MI

[@guardian8319]

Bought my 2008 FG2 Si with 119k miles they are getting rarer low miles and more expensive here in Cali

[@patrickl3150]

hey Helpful DIY great video i just got a 2008 civic love it

[@DanielRodriguez-nk7nb]

Thanks for the review! I'm considering of getting one as my first car!

[@CraxkBaby]

This man can drive nice power shift lol

[@PhilMante]

Honda knowa what they're doing with the civic. Affordable, popular and super efficient.

[@MrFoxfire510]

Thank you for the video sir, appreciate it 👍

[@taylorh3930]

I have a 06 Honda CRF 450R and engine has never bin rebuilt and still going strong. i now have a 06 Honda Civic 5spd 2dr love it have tune intake and full performance exhaust the car is quick and fast and 40+ mpg

[@GoldSK96]

Low-key this guy's shift be perfect, what the heck

[@369jwillow]

Great video, thanks!

[@TERRORoftheLORD]

Sounds awesome!!!

[@xerxestheii856]

Man i love the sound!

[@strongmanr]

You are a good driver man

[@Enduro_NY]

Lol doesn't even let the car warm up just hops in and starts driving

[@richardhowle4871]

You can drive while it warms as long as you keep the rpms around and below 3k.

[@bricklayerlzdp9825]

Its a honda it does not care will still run forever

[@Enduro_NY]

@@bricklayerlzdp9825 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@kevinwhiting8391]

You shouldn't let your car warm up for more than 30 seconds

[@gustavrodriguez910]

@@kevinwhiting8391 fuck you, 5 minutes during non winter months and 10 minutes during winter.

[@daniel022209]

Hey did you ever experience any grinds in 2nd and 3rd gears?

[@Christof708]

Vtec kicked in yo!

[@mistamaog]

"Listen to that baby purr!" Meanwhile my cat is on me purring

[@ferdovicenteno6121]

iMiguelAOG you have a cat??? jajajajaj gayyyyyyyyyyy

[@mistamaog]

ferdo Vicenteno easier to take clean than a dog 😂

[@taylorchasesteele]

i'm really a honda hater always wanted a wrx but the civic has always made me look twice and i was at work the other day and heard a si crank with some extra love making it have a very nice rumble and i fell in love. I have trashed my wrx idea and i am going to look at a honda civic si tomorrow. might trade my 2007 mazda 6 for this beauty. Wish me luck! also might kill the clutch getting used to stick considering ive only drove stick once but its all good i plan to fix her up to be nice and perty and sound nice and perty

[@-NxFace-]

taylor steele very wise decision i’m glad you kept an open mind

[@phiillzzz807]

at least the civic doesnt burst head gaskets every 20k km hahah

[@phiillzzz807]

holy shit this comment was 1year ago. did you get the civic after all??

[@hunterwolken4139]

taylor steele did you ever get the civic man?! I just got my 08 civic si and I love it so much. Taking out the back seats and cutting the exhaust off today! If you got it I’d love some pics!!!

[@jeshuaaponte3501]

Easy to drive i got an 09 fg2 this Friday n im already getting used to it got mine for 11k with 67k miles

[@Stanging84]

They are very fun to drive.

[@CodZilla99]

I've been wanting one for a long time , its been hard saving up money recently though and need a car asap for a 2nd job I was offered

[@omialmanza1900]

Honda makes the best shifters in my opinion.

[@gorditaz8728]

I wonder what past gen SI owners think about the new SI engines??? Do you like or no like?

[@phiillzzz807]

goddamn that ABOOT got me ahah love that canadian accent!

[@jsm8268]

Is this car stock? Thanks for the video.

[@coreyburns2074]

The tq is not that great the hp is decent but it feels faster than what it is the power to weight is fantastic

[@jayhut2262]

Dude I have a 5spd 2006 bought new. It now has 261.000 miles and is a blast to drive every day. Do you still have it?

[@ManuelLopez-ei5km]

Since you have had this for many years... would you have rather driven a SI swapped JDM B16a ? Vtec screams louder than these K series ... but of course the K series is a bigger motor giving it more HP. I've done so much research on Si's.. but it seems that for the price of that SI .. I'd be better off sticking with my B series and building off it.

[@sendhelpbaylon]

Manuel Lopez if you have the money for it get a k series swap. So much more potential and parts are a lot easier to find. B series would be my second choice for older civics. Can't go wrong either way.

[@bromajik5183]

B series don't make me laugh your stuck in the past buddy. K20 is the best motor Honda make to date

[@Ruben-kc8fz]

do u know which specific k series this si has?

[@josephpagee3977]

K20z3

[@LuisVega-bl8yw]

Dam my father junked one of this with a good engine didn’t know it had the k20

[@Pharaoh_The_Great]

Too bad the 8th gens don’t have much aftermarket support especially for the exterior... just hfp lip kits... otherwise nice car as a daily.

[@legendmastervevo8114]

Sir, For How many Years you are using this car?

[@taemeister9302]

I miss my 06' si so dearly much. It was my first time driving with an LSD

[@sontran753]

Do you ever experience the tires noise when you are on the highway from your SI? I have a 09 SI too, but mine is 4DR. I had so much problem with noise come from the tires on even brand tires too. I had also tried 3-4 different tire brand and still experienced the noise. Thanks in advance!

[@austinblackburn]

Son Tran get a soft tire, won't last as long but better ride quality, good luck.

[@aprildickerson2065]

Best SI ever! Honda took pride man and did that shit right for sure.

[@taylorh3930]

fuck this guy sounds like the Sall good man. i have a 06 civic with some bolt performance parts and i will say it moves along very well. I've smoked plenty of chipped diesels I'm to a big diesel fan myself but I'm getting more into these little tuners as it cost a fraction to make one of these cars do a QM then it does to build up a heavy 10 000 diesel truck.

[@KidNamedKuddy]

This thing actually sounds pretty great for a cheap sporty sedan

[@pancronpancron445]

so a 2008 honda civic si is much better than a nissan sentra ser spec v 2006, because i have one nissan sentra ser spec v 2006 and it is torquie but, what peoples think?

[@kevinwhiting8391]

U sound do Canadian bro... Eh... Okaaaaaayy... I love 🍁 freals

[@kevinwhiting8391]

Class leeading.. Abooooot

[@potownrob]

Are you Honda Pro Jason??

[@drbuffed4651]

Heyyyyy everybodyyyyyyyyyy Ian heeeere to showswwwww uuuuuuuuuuuuu

[@aehmerchant]

This guy sounds like George McFly, specially in the beginning of the video

[@raihanabbas9960]

hey everybodyyyyy😂 loved the way u say that😄

[@aegiseurobeat4559]

VTEC kick at 3:07

[@1970borntorun]

Does anyone know if there is an easy fix for the revs hanging on between shifts? Is it that the flywheel is super heavy, or is it more of a software issue how the engine is mapped? Thanks guys!

[@TheGearhead222]

Read my reply-WELL worth it!-John in Texas

[@aprildickerson2065]

Hondata flash pro stage 2 clutch and flywheel problem solved

[@MohdAzylee]

hey everybodyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

[@Rodriguez88m]

I have the 1.8 automatic coupe version. Now I’m sad. Haha!

[@Dan27894]

Marcus Rodriguez I’ve got one too! Trading it for an Si this week though

[@kevinwhiting8391]

Honda Civic SI 2006 model FG 2 went to the track the same day is a Dodge viper Chevrolet Corvette ZO6 and a Ford GT it beat the Dodge viper through the slalom test almost beat the suped up vette in a stock Civic and people wonder why we really like these cars they have no f****** idea they really don't unless they've driven hard and hear k 2o sing

[@kabbykabby3370]

I drove one for first time the other day and was a bit taken back by the rev hang. Yours doesn't seem so bad. Is it something you get used to driving that way, or did you flashpro and tune your car to limit it? Or maybe you don't even think about it. Thanks

[@HelpfulDIY]

No, it was completely stock! But I liked the rev hang lol!

[@kabbykabby3370]

Seriously? Kind of a deal breaker for me.

[@davidseo677]

You can get rid of the rev hang by getting a hondata flashpro. Thats what i did and it was sooo much better. No rev hang at all

[@TheGearhead222]

Definitely! I paid $400.00 or so to have it removed via Hondata Flashpro and my Honda Dealership has adopted it:)-John in Texas

[@kabbykabby3370]

@@TheGearhead222 I did do the Flashpro thing and yes much better. Thanks.

[@vcrxnkzy-4261]

My lights don’t flash when unlocking or locking anymore.

[@Gleamyred]

Can’t watch this anymore, he didn’t even down shift to second at the first stop.

[@MarkMeadows90]

He sounds like the TitleMax guy

[@davidadrian1776]

I'm 6'5/6'6 and about 315lbs, any other guys my size fit in these?

[@hunterwolken4139]

David Adrian I have an 08 Si and I must be honest the seats are pretty comfy and they are bucket Styled. I can’t say you’ll fit but I can say there is a good chance that you possibly could. Move the seat back and have fun man

[@heatherann4390]

Does this year have auxillary?

[@dylanhale7300]

Did you have any problems with you Transmission?

[@declanfernandes6714]

It’s a manual.... most manual don’t rly have transmission problems jus clutch wear

[@Slenderman63323]

@@declanfernandes6714 Actually the 8th gen civic manuals did have problems with worn out synchronizers (3rd gear especially). But the Civic in the video is a 2009, where they fixed the issue. Don't be fooled, manuals might be less complex than automatics but they can still break and can still be designed poorly.

[@LuisHernandez-dp3km]

Sounds like a Mc Laren F1

[@jonking9991]

Thinking about buying a 08 for 4600 is it worth the money it has 120 thousand is it a durable car?

[@Sk8t3Sn0w4]

Yes. I had one with 310kilometers and sold it. It has over 350 on it now and works like fuck

[@Slenderman63323]

Is it 4600 us dollars? Get a lower price, I would aim for around 4,000 Also MAKE SURE it is not leaking coolant Other than that, these are some of the best built cars in the world

[@JN-mw2dj]

Squeaky Boi mcchicken heeeeeeerrrreeeeee

[@anthonyaboitez5616]

Did he power shift ??!!? 😂😂

[@billybob5081]

Immmmmm heerrrrrrreeee todayyyyyyy

[@fueradecampo]

This couln't be better, Bob Odenkirk driving his Si. I'm trying to get my hands in one.

[@gustavrodriguez910]

Lmao

[@stevenjchang]

But is it fun to drive?

[@mau69man]

mmm lucky pedals

[@chiefgwopp1004]

*Sounds Like A Math Teacher*

[@douge1125]

if you love it so much then clean that goddam dashboard haha

[@HelpfulDIY]

LOL cleanliness isn't one of my strong points!

[@douge1125]

Helpful DIY I live in RI man. Everytime I see my Si I feel like dropping to my knees and bouncing my head off the fender haha. I like how you talk man, you could do stand up. No joke, I'm serious.

[@alexal2716]

How reliable are these cars? And yes I now it’s Honda but trying to get an idea about maintenance cost..

[@matthewmclean8673]

Stupid reliable. It's pretty easy to get 200k miles out of these and them some. It's a Honda. Parts are also pretty cheap, and the aftermarket support is ridiculous anyways. If you have a problem with it, I'm sure there's a number of threads and ppl who have already solved the issue

[@Slenderman63323]

It's actually quite reliable. The non Si versions had some problems where the engine head cracked between 06 and 08. But Honda was on the top of their game when they made this car.

[@travis4308]

V tech does not kick in when the engine is cold....? Please do explain how that is. Cause my understanding is it kicks in at a specific rpm I think its 4500 rpms or 5500 and you can rise or lower that with a programmed not off the temp of the motor and if it engaged or not.

[@lightspeedX2]

The ECU has a preset temperature value which either allow or not the vtec engagement. This is regardless of the rpms where the vtec point has been set.

[@travis4308]

@@lightspeedX2 weird I did not know that. Thanks for the info.

[@titan9259]

hey everybodiiiiiiiiiiiii

[@fakehandle666]

dude sounds like Jordan Peterson

[@dangelotreston9033]

You selling this?

[@kneebarx]

cant even find this car at a resonable price anymore peole taking advantage of a artificially inflated market

[@kylewagenaar5786]

I find my si is extremely fun to drive but the suspension is way too stiff for where I live and I cringe every time I hit even a small bump.

[@mrpixelk1735]

Are you Canadian?

[@backpackerjohnny16]

No he is Indian listen hey Everybuddiiiiiiiiiiii

[@Slenderman63323]

Yeah he lives in Ontario

[@md.safayethossain4321]

Can u plz give some info about the fuel economy?

[@activeej8858]

Md. Safayet Hossain just google it

[@md.safayethossain4321]

Already bought one so now i know :)

[@RelaxAndSmokeMeth]

25mpg regardless of how you drive. The gas tank on these cars is like clock work. Gas light always comes on around 250mi on the tank. 9-11 gal fillups. Premium only.

[@ohmar2756]

Ummm he was going 129 on the highway

[@activeej8858]

Oh Ohzayum you must not get out much..

[@SeanLazer]

km/h

[@yiihn]

Ohmar kilometers ;)

[@Jodvix]

i have civic lx 2009. i change my speed at 3000rpm. over 4000rpm the engine getting loud n need to change the speed. but i see you change at 8000rpm. how come????

[@Deathcore615]

Si has shorter gearing,more tq per gear and a Higher redline stock than the base model civics.

[@thaik56]

SI has a different motor and redline.

[@okinawanah3463]

thaik56 that’s only for the 2012-2015 Si

[@TheFunnyJohn]

is si always manuel?

[@Leonisel]

John Nguyen he can also be Mexican lol but yes SI civics only come in standard/manual transmission.

[@Fernando-uw1yi]

@@Leonisel would an automatic be ok

[@farhaanbhatkar3144]

Average per ltr?

[@oceans2533]

I wouldn't buy his car. The motor would have been thrashed.

[@buba4267]

Stop talking and let us hear her sing

[@dylansimmons4589]

buba426 read the title dumby

[@ebe-hero7052]

You talk to much and ruined the video. We are gearheads and men, so no need to talk we just want hear that k20 growl!

[@FudgeCakeShanker]

2008 up have 200 torque as well

[@GhadSpeed]

no it doesn’t, why you lying lol. 8th Gen Models 2006 - 2011 197 Horsepower 139 Tq Redlines @ 8200 rpm Powerband engages in the 8th gen at 6100 rpm I believe and 4400 rpm for the 9th gen. 9th Gens Models 2012 - 2015 2012 - 2013 201 Horsepower 170 Tq Redlines @ 7200 rpm 2014 -2015 205 Horsepower 174 Tq Redlines @ 7200 rpm

[@rome9112]

i had about 4 civics had a 8th gen si. to be honest there all rlly slow unless there boosted. my automatic g35 coupe bone stock is quicker then any honda i owned

[@RelaxAndSmokeMeth]

G35 has a v6 with 40 more hp. It's the torque.

[@speedf1688]

you probably dont know how to drive.....ive roasted Bmw's with my 2008 SI coupe..

[@hunterwolken4139]

Speedf168 dude I would love some tips. I have an 08 civic si and I’m still learning to drive stick but I can say that I’m a quick learner and always open to new teachings and tips. I’d love to beat some beamers for sure

[@prasanthradhathiyagarajan8196]

Its torque is 200 nm and horsepower is 140 ... Wrong info dude

[@samc6954]

lol search up the specs wdym? 197 hp and 139torque

[@chrisl496]

lol this guy

[@xerxestheii856]

Watch in 1.25x speed thank me later

[@justanotheraviator2357]

Why 1.25x

[@xerxestheii856]

@@justanotheraviator2357 he talks so slow

[@thechillguyn862]

😂😂

[@Macsk8ing]

Don't know if this car is worth $4900 dollars which is what some dude is selling it for.

[@activeej8858]

EElectric_M depends on the condition of it's really good without problems and low miles it's worth every penny.

[@speedf1688]

If its an Si, just the engine is worth more.....I have a 2008 Si coupe in mint condition 102000 km i wouldn;t sell less then 15000-18000$.... so $4900 for an Si is a steal unless its all broken down obviously or no engine!!!

[@tristanesmundo4052]

@@speedf1688 too high of a price, bought mine with 67,000km in perfect condition for 16k

[@PatrickCavanaugh0420]

@@tristanesmundo4052 yea hes a little high on his price for sure I'm going to look at a 2008 si tomorrow the dealer wants 9k it's only got 60k miles. And plenty of others for way less than 15-16k. All in all I hope to pick this one up tomorrow it's super clean.

[@icecreamalacarte]

breh, that's the 9th gen w high revs gtfo

[@Itsalejandrox]

the coupe versions of civic are horrible i definitely prefer the sedans

[@yiihn]

Alejandro all preference, but the coupe really doesnt look as sleek as the sedan. Strange.

[@justingerloff3816]

I disagree. Sedans (imo) make any car look hideous. Cars just look better imo with only 2 doors because they do. Also looks more sporty that way.

[@matthewmclean8673]

@@justingerloff3816 saame. I find coupes more attractive. Coupes to me resemble sport. Sedans remind me of just about every other economy car your mom or grandma would drive.

[@dennisreynolds6915]

A guy acts like it's a rare ferrari

[@EVO_X_303]

Its like driving a weed whacker