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2005 civic si review
andrew b,, 10/24/2004
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased a the si on 9/27/04 it was a beautiful vivid blue pearl color with swade leather interior. It is hard to find a dealer with one in stock . I liked the handling, performance of the car. It does great on wet rainy days, had good pickup when passing cars and very smooth when shifting gears. I love the car and it handles great on curvy roads. It is allot of fun to drive and gets good gas milage. when i bought the car it had 27 miles on it now it has almost 1300 miles and i have averaged 30mpg with mostly city driving.Being 6ft1 i was surprised at how much room was in the car with plenty of head and leg room. The moonroof was nice being motorized with a tilt function. it's a good car
My SI
Isemaidn, 02/14/2010
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I haven't done this before, but am very impressed with my Honda SI. Not only is it fun to drive (and I love where the gear shift is) but it is reliable. I haven't had any mechanical issues, unlike my VW Jetta diesel. The road noise is a little high, but with my muffler, I accept that as being my option. I only wish it was 4 door, instead of 2. With two small nephews that I constantly drive with, it is hard to get them in their car seats. I give this car an A+. Honda did an awesome job and stands behind their workmanship (so far). It drives well on the snow, as I live in the AK. Job well done, Honda!
A reliable sporty car
FuSheng, 07/21/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car is very, very fun to drive (for those who like sporty cars and sticks). It gets excellent gas mileage while still being pretty quick. The interior is very nice, with some cool Si-only touches. I got a crazy good deal on this car used, but I'm not sure if I'd like to pay full price for it new. It's not quite as quick as some of its competitors (only 160hp). But, it outhandles most of them, and, importantly, it has just about bullet- proof reliability. Most other "Pocket Rockets" are pieces of junk with powerful motors (like the Neon SRT-4) but the Civic Si will still be perfect 100,000 miles from now.
Best Honda Owned
rstbr493, 11/06/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have always heard great things about Honda cars. I bought my 2005 Civic Si Hatchback, because of design quality in and out. Also the stock motor putting out 160 bhp, that was another factor for the purchase. And the race design suspension gives handling a new meaning.
New Si is fun!
Matthew, 12/26/2004
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I wanted a vehicle I could move some band equipment around in but still be sporty and great on gas...SI is fantastic! Very quick, suspension is sporty, steering is tight and leaves you feeling like you are driving a race car not an economy car. My only complaints are it is a little high priced for other vehicles in its class and the Honda Factory Performance kit is very cool but way overpriced...
Fun and Smart! Who Knew?
Sheryl, 01/18/2008
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is absolutely the best overall car I've ever owned (40- something... I've had a few). It's fun, fast, economical, and rates fairly well for the environment for a non-hybrid. I'm delighted with the performance and dependability, and find the design unique. As an event coordinator, I haul a lot of gear, and am continually amazed at how much we can fit in this bad boy! It's just the bomb!
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fallenpawn, 12/16/2004
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i love this car. The handling is great and good fuel economy. The 160hp 2.0 engine is great.
Wow, better than a WRX!!!!
Dayton, 03/29/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The shifter is really nice and the feel of the shift engagements are superb, even for a cable shifter linkage. Almost as nice as my friends S2000, which has direct mechanical linkage. The handling is very neutral, and the OEM Michelin tires feel as grippy as the Kumhos Ecsta 712s on my previous WRX. At least, the handling is very similar if not better, than the mentioned WRX. To me, it feels like there is morepower at mid RPM than WOT.
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tical, 06/28/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i have had my si for a couple years now and the car is still a blast to drive i havent had any mechanicle problems with the car except for a clutch replacement at 52000 the car was driven pretty hard and i think it would of lasted longer with more care there are alot of aftermarket parts to make this car more of a si my car is still fun because every time i have a little extra $$ i buy a part ihave aem cold air header/downpipe motor mount inserts tuff to put in but worth it the car feels more rigid/racecarish in the end i dont regret this car one bit
Love it!!
Sportsgal, 10/31/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this car because I wanted something sporty but with a useable hatchback/cargo area. Gotta tell you for a small car, the cargo area is surprisingly large. Love the midrange acceleration and the way the car hugs the curves. Friends are impressed with the sporty appearance--haven't gotten one comment about the mini minivan look. Would buy this car again in a heart beat!!
Amazing first car, but I was impatient
Viper38616, 02/01/2006
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
When I bought this car I new that the new model would be coming out in November, but I needed the car right then and there so I bought it. I love it to death it is my child, however I wish I could have waited for the new 6-speed 197 hp 2006 Si. None the less this car is quick, even with its' 160 hp engine for the first month I had it I peeled out almost everytime off the line. Overall I love this car and I don't think I will ever get anything but a Civic Si, unless VW comes out with a new R32. Man I love those hatchbacks.
Honda from here on out!
tentoto, 05/20/2006
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Honda has done it again. Wish i could afford another one.These cars are awesome. I've owned Honda products for 11 years, and the Civic Si is More fun to drive than any other Honda ive owned before. No more domestics for me. Oh and 18 members of the family as well. Thank you again Honda.
Lovely little hatch
Miyo, 12/23/2004
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Whatever the Civic Si lacks in, the originality of the car and the distinctive styling makes up for it. People can make fun of it by calling it a mini-mini van, but in reality, they want it so bad. The interior is unique, with awesome seats manufactured by Recaro (for those of you who didn't know) and the steering wheel manufactured by Momo. Some people may think that $19K is too much for the car, but you have to realize that Honda didn't use any cheap parts or even cheap plastic to build this car. Love the car, love the styling, love the orginality.
AIR BAG
kanchan616, 01/25/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive. Good mileage. Nice and sporty. My friends love this car, Ofcourse I do TOOOO. Best for parking in NEW YORK CITY.
fun to drive
jason freeman, 01/23/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I feel its a small car. yet very sporty and fun to drive. I have experienced a very secure feeling on long distance trips, and gas is great, very city friendly for parking.
Almost perfect
Jason A, 03/20/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
If you want a fun reliable car this isit with no doubt. I love the car and am a huge fan of it. There are a few issues to be aware of before you buy. I have had mine for a couple of months and it doesn't like going into reverse sometimes and the driver window neededto be tightened. The cup holders are great (even the one by the drivers window). There isn't very much storage space and the little place near the drivers shin will hold CD's w/o the cases but not with them and they fall out when you accelerate. There is no armrest but you won't want to take you hand off of the shifter long enough to rest your arm. In a nutshell this car is fantastic to drive and I do not regret buying mine!
GR8T car!
Fuzzer, 04/27/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Went out looking for a high-mpg honda, drove this beauty away from the lot the next day. Love the Civic, the Si is just icing on the cake! :)
It's fun to drive again!
Charley Holliday, 07/03/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had a 2004 Accord and it was a really nice, plush ride, but the Civic Si has made driving a whole new experience. From the shifter on the dash to the look, inside and out....I get compliments everywhere I go.
2004 Civic Si
VInce, 09/07/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My overall expereince wit hthis vehicle has been very good. This is the 3rd Honda vehicle I have owned. The first was a 1992 Accord EX that was going strong at 130k miles. I also have a 2003 Odyssey L. My only complaint with the Civic is very poor low-end (below 2500 RPM) torque. Best performance is between 3500 and 5500 RPM. With gas prices at $3.50/gallon, the 33MPG is a welcome situation. It also handles extremely well at all speeds, although you will need a set of rain/snow tires, if you live in wet regions. The original rubber is good only on dry pavement.
A great cheap car.
rkane, 09/20/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is overall a great value. The transmission grinds in 2nd gear, and if I weren't over 6 feet tall, I probably would not like the positioning of the 5 speed. Why does it not have 6? The new 2006 blows the doors off the '05. Honda may be losing their quality if you ask me ( I am a salesman myself ). Overall I would rate this car a 6.8 out of 10. The interior is pretty nice, just the exterior makes it pretty feminine.
Honda's winner////10 best
h, 02/16/2006
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a great car,easy & fun to drive,very practical. Great looks and handling, very roomy....A bargain compared to a mini cooper.
luv to drive
h, 04/05/2006
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this is the best value in an economical sporty car. great styling, gas mileage & handling. Very fun to drive, easy to manuver... another great gem put out by Honda... the Civic SI is second to none.
Feel like a kid again
Ed.Chicago, 03/01/2007
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love this car, would cry if something happened to it. Feel like I'm in high school again with my first car. Great acceleration, huge cargo space when rear seats are folded down, rally shifter works wonderfully, good stock radio and lots of aftermarket parts if you ever want to go faster. Feels a lot faster than 160 Hp, think they under- rated the engine.
Perfect 2nd vehicle/Commuter Car
20034runner, 04/01/2013
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My primary vehicle is a 4 door 4x4 pickup and my 5 day/week commute is a 57 mile round trip. I needed a commuter car. I bought my '05 Si (EP3) in March of 2010 w/ a documented 70k miles of near-perfect maintenance; 3 years later and 40k more miles, I have no complaints. Happily uses 87 octane and and with my VERY heavy foot, it still gets no less than 27 mpg of mixed driving (30-31 on a highway trip.) I've found it likes Pennzoil Synthetic blend oil the best for both performance and MPGs. Completed the 100k service, new iridium plugs, coolant flush and serpentine belt (no timing belt to replace in these) and I easily expect another 100k on this car. Love the cargo room too!
Zippy Car
T Moe, 03/20/2005
2005 Honda Civic Si 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had trouble getting comfortable in this car. The seat is low and hard; there is no arm rest; I need to reach too far for the small steering wheel; and the pedals seem too close together. Everything is fine on a short trip, but I commute 45 minutes one-way and I'm shifting around in my seat too much after 30 minutes. I thought this would be a great commuter car, but I wish I would have gone with the Accord.