Key Takeaways
- 2025 Honda Civic Si arrives with more technology, styling updates, and even sharper handling.
- Offered exclusively with a six-speed manual transmission, the Civic Si receives a turbocharged 1.5-liter that develops 200 hp/192 lb-ft.
- More standard features, such as the newly introduced Google built-in.
Following the debut of the updated 2025 Civic and the new Civic Hybrid, Honda has revealed the refreshed Si, the sportiest member of the Civic family (if you exclude the Type R). Aimed at younger enthusiasts, the Si is available exclusively with a manual transmission, underscoring the athletic persona. Aside from that, there are multiple revisions, including styling updates, additional standard features, and more tech than before.
The 2025 Civic Si is powered by the familiar turbocharged 1.5-liter engine that develops 200 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque. That’s the same as the pre-facelift model – and we would have liked a minor power bump – but the Si should still be very fun to drive, especially with a limited-slip differential on the front axle. Honda has ensured it is, with minor changes improving the handling.
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Model |
Price |
|---|---|
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2025 Civic Si |
$29,950 |
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2025 Civic Si (with summer tires) |
$30,250 |
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2024 Civic Si |
$29,100 |
Even More Fun To Throw Around Corners
The lower B-pillar and rear door sill supports are new, with superior bending and torsional rigidity. The suspension dampers have also been retuned to match the body stiffness. Lastly, customers can specify $300 performance summer tires directly from the factory. 235/40R18 all-season performance tires are fitted as standard.
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The six-speed manual transmission receives a standard rev-matching system, further enhanced by adding the function from 2nd to 1st gear downshifts. Honda says the system will blip the throttle when it detects a downshift, allowing the car to match revs with a 430-millisecond response time. The slick-shifting ‘box channels power to the front wheels and is assisted by a standard helical limited-slip differential.
“The best only get better at Honda, and this year, we’re taking Civic to an even higher level with out new 2025 Civic hybrid and now an even more desirable Civic Si. Civic Si is a performance icon in the sport compact segment, and the 2025 Civic Si continues that legacy as the most fun-to-drive Si we’ve ever offered to our customers.”
– Jessika Laudermilk, Assistant Vice President of Honda Auto Sales at American Honda
Subtly Enhanced Styling Keeps The Civic Si Looking Fresh
The Civic Si’s Drive Mode system now has an ‘Individual’ mode that allows the driver to select the steering assist level, engine response, and instrument panel colors for a customized experience. Of course, there is a ‘Sport’ mode that sharpens the throttle response, deactivates the idle-stop system, and changes the instrument lighting to a sporty red.
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Honda hasn’t messed with the design too much, with a subtle nip/tuck lending the Si a fresher look. The sedan benefits from a sportier front fascia with a new hex pattern for the grille and revamped taillights with a darker tint. Honda has also redesigned the 18-inch V-spoke wheels, which are now finished in matte black. For the first time, customers can select Urban Gray Pearl for the exterior color. There are also aerodynamic enhancements, with a hidden front spoiler and a gloss black rear spoiler increasing downforce and improving stability at high speeds.
Equipped With Everything But The Kitchen Sink
The Civic Si has plenty of standard features, including standard LED headlights/taillights and a nine-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The 2025 Si receives Google built-in and front USB-C ports, along with a 10.2-inch digital display. With configurable displays and information readouts – including G-force and turbo boost gauges – the display is set up for sportier driving.
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The package includes a sunroof and a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system. Lastly, the supportive sports front seats now receive three-level heating as standard. To set the interior apart from lesser trims, Honda has added sport pedals and red contrast stitching, along with honeycomb dash trim, red-stitched ‘Si’ logos on the seatbacks, and a leather-wrapped shift knob.
Technology, Safety, And Availability
The introduction of Google built-in will appeal to many Civic Si customers. This adds multiple features, including Google Assistant, which allows you to keep your hands on the wheel while making calls or changing the climate control settings. Google Maps makes navigating that much easier, while Google Play lets owners download third-party apps, enabling them to listen to their favorite music and podcasts through familiar apps.
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It may be the sportier Civic, but Honda hasn’t forgotten safety. The Honda Sensing safety suite is standard across the range. It includes pedestrian detection, collision mitigation braking, lane-keep assist, forward collision warning, and lane departure warning, aside from other systems. The Civic Si also receives Honda’s three-chamber passenger-side front airbag. The revised Civic Si will be produced at Honda’s Alliston, Canada facility, with the first models reaching dealers in early August. All pricing mentioned above excludes Honda’s $1,095 destination charge.