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Honda Civic SI 2004
zanoomac, 05/04/2009
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
What you should know. First the car is a blast to drive. I have driven RSXs, Mazda 3s, and Corollas. The SI is my favorite to drive. It handles well and the rally shifter helps make you feel like you are in control on your car. The SI transmission is touchy so you have to master it but when you do driving it becomes even better. Acceleration is moderate, although when you hit about 40mph then the car goes. It's roomy for a small car, people sit back there and always tell me how comfy and how much leg space is back there. Plus the seats in the back come down for when you want to transport a lot of your junk. And trust me I have done that a lot. All in all a great car almost about to hit 60000.
perfect car for recent college grad
trogdor1, 04/30/2014
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car has everything I want. The lack of rear doors is compensated by the folding back seats. I can easily fit skis and snowboards in there. The mileage is obviously less than advertised. I get about 24/34 city/highway, while redlining it after every red light and toll booth. The goofy-looking thing has its own personality. It feels like a puppy who wants to sprint, just give it a little incentive. The shifter is easy to reach and the suspension is not too rough and hugs corners swimmingly. I have easily fit 3 people in the back, and the front bucket racing seats are amazing. No other car I have driven has the same sporty feel as this one. And i owned VW's, mercedes, ford, and acuras.
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fun to drive
robb., 11/08/2005
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love driving this car. It is even more satisfying knowing that it's good on gas. I get better than rated mileage in this car. I haven't even modified it. This car is great for people who enjoy driving and who have needs beyond merely getting there. It's nice to have a spacious small car that still performs and isn't that expensive.
False Advertising
JScottS, 12/30/2003
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Where is the performance?! This is not the car I thought I was buying. Why did Europe get the Type R model? For all you people thinking that you got a great car go online and see the car Europe got. You will think twice about buying the Si. At highway speeds the transmission whines like a spoiled child. I keep reaching for another gear that does not exist. The ride is very rough. This is not a comfortable car for driving any kind of distance. Lousy fuel economy compared to the standard civic. The silver coating on the center console is cheap and easily scratches.
This a Great Little Car!
Robert Clarke, 07/11/2006
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd Honda and so far it is the best. Fast, great seats and the shifter is perfect. 2000 miles so far and I get 33 mpg per tank. Braking is awesome and I need it because I drive it fast!
"I've wanted this car for 10 years!,
Paul Moore, 09/11/2016
updated 03/14/2017
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
You have to like 2 door cars, the versatility of a hatchback, and a slightly noisy ride, but this is a fun car to drive. The engine is 160hp and it will acceleratequickly. The front seats are supportive and the shifter is in a unique location.
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The Forgotten Honda
wavey83, 02/11/2014
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my '04 SiR (Canada) with 180 000 km on it, a mechanic used to own it, so it was still in great shape, compression was A1 and took no oil. I'm now at 220 000 km and still runs awsome, very reliable little car. Didn't do much repairs on it except regular maintenance. I use it as a daily driver and do at least 180 km a day on average, it gets great mileage and hasn't let me go yet. Above all, it's a blast to drive, handles great, but in a weird kind of way: understeers a lot, but it will still manage to get around the corner very quickly. My only complaint: Needs more power, it tends to feel weak at low RPM's, but thank god, like all Hondas, it loves to rev :)
lemon
gord, 04/16/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My 2002 honda civic sir is the worst vehicle I ever owned. Gas guage never worked, parking brake never worked, cruise control quit, rain cutter mouldings came out, rear window washer motor and assembley had to be replaced. Gas mileage was poor. The engine ran rough cold and would cough and sputter when hot. The longer I drove it the rougher the clutch and shifting became. I put 31000 km on this car in 11 months. I dealt the car for a four door civic after a 11 months of trouble with the sir hatchback.
Bit of a tripod
Azrael, 09/24/2008
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2006, and have not had a single problem. I love taking it up past 5000 (and so does it). You can't give this car too much abuse. It just laps it up. Although, I agree with top gear, it is a "bit of a tripod". It handles like a dream, and accelerates like a bloody rocket! I'm averaging about 30-35 on the highway, and that's at a constant 6500 rpm! I'm pretty sure if I slowed down a bit, I could get better mileage. Nah...
A SOLID vehicle with surprising quality
Will, 12/17/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've owned the Si for a year now, and its been a great ride. I love the car more now than when purchased it. Build quality is unbelievablet; interior quality is phenomenal(still not a SINGLE rattle!), and the exterior body panels fit so tightly that they are near seamless. The suspension and handling show their European origin (Si's are built in England). The stiff suspension, tight steering and solid chassis make for a remarkably stable ride. The hatch is very useful, and the interior is roomy. The car may appear funky in pictures, but its great in person. Sure, it's not a bling-bling, super sexy, gimmicky car... but it IS a great car. I couldn't be happier with my purchase.
STILL Love this car!
Kimi, 05/01/2005
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car a year ago and have put 24000 miles on it, mixed city/highway. It is STILL a lot of fun to drive and I'm still getting 24- 28 city, 32-35 highway. It loves to run at high rpm and because of that, commuting is no big deal - I can stay in 3rd gear from 10 mph to 55 mph and clutch foot doesn't have to get tired. Lots of zip (you do have to know what gear to be in!), still love running up through the gears.
I MADE THE RIGHT CHOICE!!
JDER, 01/03/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I'm decided to get a mini cooperS but with the experience I had with their salesperson, i decided to shift to Si, and how i'm glad i did! I didnt expect this 2-door is so powerful!not to mention the interior, its a winner! Thanks for the long waiting list of MINI!
THIS Si is so POWERFUL!!!
josh_ph2003, 01/15/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I tried the Focus ZX3 at 2.3L and is powerful but lots of gas consumed. This Si is 2.0L but the power is superb!! Unbelievable!! and the gas consumption, they are telling the truth when they say 26/30 .Dont mind the price, its worth it!!!
blast to drive
orean jones, 02/24/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Wow! a blast to drive. Wonderful fuel economy but still able to reach thoughs mid 100 mph. The only real complaint that I have is that the seats are unconfortable. It is zippy but on thoughs long trips from college to home I start hurting.
Fun to drive!
Crash1207, 03/08/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought the Civic Si after also looking at the Nissan SPEC V and the Mazda3. I can't really pinpoint the exact reason I chose the Honda, it just felt better. I've had the car for two weeks now and it is running great. I'm not seeing the fuel economy yet but that will come in time. The only blip I've found so far is that the visor on the passenger side vibrates and is noisy at around 45+ mph. The factory stereo leaves A LOT to be desired.
Give us a Type R
halfspin19, 03/09/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my third SI and they just keep getting better. $4000 is a little pricey for the HFP package but what can you do?
LOVE IT
hova, 03/19/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i love my si its great
Love this car
Kimi, 04/07/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I fell in love with this car the first time I ran it up through the gears: the steering is tight, the gear pattern is tight, the suspension is tight and feels right with the rest of it. Sporty feel. Gas mileage is better than stated: we're getting 27-28 city, 32-35 highway. And those highway miles are at well over the speed limit. Plenty of power for passing up-hill. Stable at speed and doesn't get blown around by trucks.
do I like it or don't I?
lacoursl, 04/11/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My first manual transmission in almost 4 years. I like to drive it mostly... I hate it when I'm stuck in traffic on the highway and it's stop then go up to 40 miles an hour then stop. That's a headache.
It is what it is and I love what it is
treesap, 04/23/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It is exactly what I thought i was purchasing, a high-strug pleasure. Ideal engine for commuting and leaving the vTec for the weekends. I'm 6'6" too and fit like I should (depends on the leg to torso ratio though). Cornering is the best I've experienced. it feels like you're on rails.
Awesome little car!
KimmieK, 04/23/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love the tight steering and the smooth ride. It's got a lot of HP for a little 4 cylinder car. It's very fuel efficient, which is good for me because gas prices in PA are sky- rocketing. The car is very reliable and economical. I'm very pleased with this car.
not bad, but...
max the knife, 04/26/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love driving my new Si. It handles beautifully, performs great in gears 1-3, and has very comfortable, firm, well-designed seats. Three complaints: lousy visibility in back (cute small rear side windows a problem), less-than-wonderful turning circle, and it is a mite underpowered.
Happiest car purchase ever!!!
EPluva, 05/15/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After a few months of shoping and 15 or so test drives I thought I would drive my teenage love the Civic SI. I barely got myself out of the dealer without taking it home. I wasn't in need of the car for another two months. So the research began, how well recieved was this impresive little car. Well the day finaly came I'm not easy to make happy and every time I get the chance I want to drive it. I can't imagine what else I could want from it
CIVIC SI 04
MOON, 05/24/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I WAS LOOKING FOR A GAS SAVER AND FIRST SAT IN AN EX CIVIC NOT MUCH HEAD ROOM THE SALESMAN SHOWED ME THE SI. IT FEELS VERY ROOMY FOR ITS SIZE. THE SEATS ARE VERY COMFORTABLE I WAS A LITTLE CONCERNED AS ABOUT A SMALL CAR AS I'M A BIG GUY AT 250LBS. TO TRY OUT ITS POWER I PUT MY FAMILY IN THE CAR TWO ADULTS & 3 KIDS IN BACK, WOW PLENTY OF POWER. I WILL NEVER SIT IN THE BACK SO I'M NOT CONCERNED ABOUT THE ROOM IN THE BACK SEAT. THE INTERIOR FEATURES COULD BE A LITTLE BETTER. VERY GOOD VISIABILITY THIS IS A GREAT FUN CAR TO DRIVES
I love this car
CMBullymont, 06/02/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I'm very picking about cars, and there is a reason I'll only own a Honda. The Si is a great car, awesome to drive, and the shifter is the perfect place. Once you drive this car, you'll buy it. I give it two thumbs up all around!
hot hatch
campos2g, 06/06/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Not a bad car, no longer a top nae in the sport compact markt, needs mre power to compete with similarly priced dodge srt-4, and svt focus
Supercharged Civc Si
JRSC_EP3, 06/12/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I must say, this is a really fun car. Lots of room and great styling. Though my Si is running about 230 hp, the stock trim is an excellent starting point.
04 Civic Si
cybrjam, 06/26/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was going to buy this car back in 2003, but decided to stay a little longer with my 8 year old car and save some money. I just got the 04 model yesterday and although I haven't being able to push it (break-in period); it feels solid. Engine is quiet upon acceleration and super quiet when idle. Road noise can be felt at freeway speeds, but it is a "sports" car. Compared to my old car, the handling is very precise and the transmission is second to none. Got the car for $17,100 plus tax and title.
Love it.
Miyoun, 07/01/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased this car yesterday, June 29th, and this is the most fun I've had. I jumped up from a 2001 Chevy S10, which was not the best truck, but was practical. This Si has great room in the front and the back (my head does not touch the top when sitting up in the back seats 6') and has great gas mileage. LoVe It.
2004 civic SI. A "gem" of a car.
framedcraig1, 07/09/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had a 2002 si that I loved, but I didn't like the 15in. wheels, and the styling was a little bland. They fixed all that with the 2004. Great car. A real sleeper.I'm 55 years old, and I think that there's a ton of old farts like me out there would really enjoy this little gem. Fastest car on the road....no. Best milage...no. best all- around value in an economic set of wheels? yup!
Where's the MPG???
New 2004 Owner, 07/27/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my Si. Beat the Mini by a long shot, but I am NOT getting 26/30 MPG. Other than that, I love my car. I look forward to driving it all the time. It rocks. I have the blue - and I have received compliments all the time on how cool it looks. It was a great buy.
Nice Car
drowe, 07/31/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great car, quite peppy, holds the road quite nicely. Outside styling a bit odd (that is why I bought it!. More european vice Japanese. Built in England, but with Japanese quality. My only real gripe so far is the cars interior scratches real easy and the seat material should have been all cloth vice the mesh material used. I drive it daily as my work car and it does great. When I put the wife and kids in, we still zip right along, but prefer to drive with them in the Honda Odyssey. This is my car!
gotta love the SI !!!!!
sk8r64sno, 08/08/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
it is an all around excellent vehicle. the 2.0l engine gives plenty of horsepower and torque. rally style shifter is ergonomicly superior to the standard shifter and the suade race seats are extremely comfortable. i installed a 2 inch lowering kit on mine, and it grips better and still retains the factory ride. not bumpy at all. if you want a car that looks great, runs fast, has great gas milage and is still comfortable and fun to drive i would HIGHLY reccomend the civic SI. gotta love the SI !!!!!
Great car, not-so-great mpg
karenrose, 08/19/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall love this car. Fun to drive, fast and agile. First Honda I've ever owned and I love it. Great styling, nice interior, love the stick shift on the dash. Honda should make a convertible model. This car will get me my first speeding ticket. Can't help but race it on the highway.
Most fun car we have driven in years
Beatricec, 08/23/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is our 3rd Honda Civic hatchback and we love it. The white dials are easy to see in daylight and and night and the clutch and shift are a delight. A winner.
my new si
piranhafreak, 08/30/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great car i love it very fun to drive. The radio is not to hot.takes turns like no other pretty quick but could be faster. the most comfertable car to sit in. the drive can be a bit bumpy but if your buying this car your not buying it to be a luxruy car. its deffinitly a nice little sports car
My first stick shift
vk2hondas, 09/01/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very easy to drive even though it's been ages since I drove one. Smooth clutch/shifter action. Quieter than the competition, feels nice and solid. Driver's seat perfect fit for me. Has right amount of power with headroom. VS. others: focus - no rear head rests, cheap plastic interior, noisy mazda3 - great, but console blocks my leg impreza wagon - felt loose, closing doors caused rattles all over, uncomfortable driver seat bottom forester X - very nice overall, too much $$$, vague stick, not sure I like hill holder vibe (AWD & FWD) - very noisy, no power in automatics mini - very nice, but dealer too far, premium gas element - drives like a truck
Best all around value
Siconvert, 09/27/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My wife and I live in Atlanta and probably don't fall into the target market for this car: Mid 40's, No kids, Annual income 150+, conservative. However, we love this car. We were looking for an "Anti-Atlanta" car (e.g., BMW, Mercedes, Lexus). We wanted a Prius but with an 18 month waiting list...couldn't touch it! This car is a great car, fun to drive, comfortable, stylish, and a great vaue (paid $17,100). You have to wonder how people pay $30,000+ for cars!
Civic si
davids4558, 09/29/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Civic SI is a very fun car to drive. I had a 95 civic ex I traded in on this car. Its diffentaly a better car.
I Love My SI
Buckeye34, 10/31/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have been wanting this car for over 6 months and got it at last on October 1st. Everything about this car is off the hook, good car for pople of all ages.
Over the average
Tito Ferny, 11/26/2004
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
in the present market of models of this segment, this car has the best of each thing. A really good car
Special and Fun
GaryJTN, 01/27/2005
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I traded an '02 Si for this '04 and I love the larger wheels and the sharper design of the headlights and taillights. Handling, cornering are fantastic. Engine noise. What engine noise? The engine loves to rev so even city driving is fun.
You get what you expect
Dexter, 02/04/2005
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I sold my Wrangler (which I loved) because of a new long commute to work, and needed economy. Si wasn't my first choice, but only because I hadn't thought of it and was looking into more common cars. What I like about it is that it isn't so common. I've noted it on the street before, and it seems so much nicer-designed than a base Civic. I feel small inside, considering it *looks* small on the outside. To me it is very quiet, smooth, adequately powerful. My beefs are with ergonomics and design. The big silver swath that is the center console is cheap/ugly compared to the nice materials used throughout the rest of the cabin-it looks like an afterthought. Its great overall.
Fun with current gas prices!!!
Dennis, 03/15/2005
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Honda built a fun reliable little car. I threw some 18" wheels and sport tires on there and it handles 100% better than stock. Be careful with the side skirt mouldings, they are held on with double sided tape ... cheap!!
2004 SI
Parker, 08/21/2005
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall, I absolutely love this car. My only major complaint is that there's occasionally excessive cabin noise from the brakes. I also wish that the gear ratio between first and second was a little closer. Aside from that, I get better than posted mileage (I average 31 mpg mixed, 34 if I'm only driving highway), the seats are extremely comfortable, the handling is close to perfect, the design is original and attractive.
Civic Si
Dan, 11/01/2005
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fantastic car. Only averages 28 mpg though. Beautiful from every angle inside & out. No mechanical problems at all. Stiff ride for Detroit roads. Great in the curves. Does 125 mph with ease. Super quality materials inside. Made in Europe. Great value at $17,200. Hondas hold their value great. I'm already ahead of the depreciation curve after only 1.5 years.
Still love this car
Delighted Traveller, 02/10/2007
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's been 3 years and 47,000 miles and I still love this car. Good acceleration, responsive. It still sings under my hands. And still gets great gas mileage (24 city/28 highway)
Jackson Racing supercharged SI
Jong, 07/06/2006
2004 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
My Si has has a supercharger, headers, cold air intake and catback exhaust. It makes about 210ish HP and 150ish torque. Its have plenty of speed and a lot of fun to drive. I still maintain 20-23 local and 25-30 highway. I don't like the stock body much but it looks sharp with the HFP package