2017 Honda Civic SI Power into Fall The 2017 Honda Civic Si trim package puts more power under the hood, which is sure to please those who crave performance. Turbocharged You might remember the Civic from its early days in the 1970s when it was a small, economical car that helped you run errands around town. While it is still economical, the last body style changed moved the Civic into the mid-sized class, and the addition of the turbocharger option gave it the power you need to do some serious driving. Because driving should be fun, Honda paired the inline-four turbo engine with a 6-speed manual transmission that makes you a participant in the driving experience. Instead of just being along for the ride, optional steering wheel mounted …show more content…
This is the first turbo to go under the hood of the Si trim package and Honda did not stop at making it responsive; they also put a lot of engineering effort into making it agile with precision handling. You are going to love the way it hugs the road as you swing into sweeping curves. As you drive across the roads in Canada, you will need different transmission modes. You can choose between normal and sport modes. These modes make automatic adjustments to your adaptive suspension in order to find the right balance. It also controls the steering and the throttle response. The Drive by Wire Throttle System™ on the Civic Si regulates the throttle in order to provide you with the most efficient fuel consumption. The Agile Handling Assist sends signals to each wheel’s brakes and applies light brake pressure as needed while driving. The helical limited slip differential automatically adjusts the torque as needed to each wheel. Both features help you stay in contact with the pavement and improve stability. The rear spoiler improves the Civic’s aerodynamics, which adds to the stability and improves fuel efficiency.