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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Compact Car
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 4
MPG: 21/29 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
2.0L I4 197HP
Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.5
Exterior: 4.7
Interior: 4.2
Overall: 4.6
Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
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2008 Honda Civic Si
Consumer Car Review Summary
Top 5 Pros of 2008 Honda Civic Si
1. Quick acceleration
2. Stiff suspension for cornering
3. Awesome exterior design
4. Cool interior layout
5. Great price
Top 5 Cons of 2008 Honda Civic Si
1. More power at higher speed
2. Factory turbo
3. Interior look and feel
4. Metallic shift knob
5. Tighter transmission shifter
2008 Honda Civic Si Reviews by Consumers
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By Zdubz
Submitted 2009-06-16 11:19:36
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Pros: What do you like about 2008 Honda Civic Si?
Have had my Red 2008 SI coupe for little over two months now. Almost 4,000 miles on it so far.
Very attractive exterior IMO, especially if you keep it nice and clean like I try to do, wash it almost every week.
Handling is great and the engine sounds beautiful in the higher RPM's. It's pretty quick but could use some more power IMO.
The interior is very stylish, love the black and red theme.
Fuel economy hasn't been too good, but then again I tend to drive it pretty hard most of the time. Haven't done the math but I get around 230-250 or so miles per tank, I reset the trip meter every time I fill up.
Car also has ample storage area's up front, I like the whole cupholder tray with the little garage door there, kinda neat.
Love that it has the audio jack, don't need my stupid FM transmitter anymore to play my ipod. Love the steering wheel and the audio controls on it.
Seats are very comfy, I love the main material used for them, don't think I have ever seen that in a car but it feels very nice, also the seats hug you very nicely.
Sound system seems pretty decent, I tend to keep the base down though, my sound system in my previous car got pretty shot, so I am trying not to ruin my speakers right off the bat. Although I often prefer just listening to the engine over music.
Also, another thing to be noted is I love the shifter, the red stitching in the leather, and red lettering and all makes it look very nice. Although when left out in the sun it gets pretty damn hot when you go to drive again haha.
Cons: How would you improve 2008 Honda Civic Si?
Wish it came with a little more power, but for the price you can't complain I guess, fun car regardless.
Not too crazy about the suede surfaces of the interior, especially the center arm rest, always have my arm on there while holding the shifter, and already after only 2 months its starting to get faded and kinda gross and worn out where my arm is resting. Not sure how easy it is to clean, but would have went with a different material for that part.
Another small thing; I wish the headlights were aimed a little higher when on the regular beams, I feel like it just lights up the road but nothing above it. I live in a country/wooded area so I always have to be on the lookout for deer and other animals and obstacles. It's fine when the highbeams are on though.
Also, think it should come with fog lights, don't see why they put the sockets for them there and then just put plastic covers over them... why not just include them???
2008 Honda Civic Si Review:
Great car overall, would definitely buy again. I am really enjoying driving it and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a sporty car that is still practical. If you're looking for pure performance I would look elsewhere, but IMO you can't beat the performance for the price. Car looks amazing, very fun to drive, has Honda's reliability, and the pro's definitely outweigh the con's. Great car.
By Pablo Lopez
Submitted 2009-06-01 12:01:42
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Pros: What do you like about 2008 Honda Civic Si?
1.) Performance for the $$$$
2.) Gas Mileage (21-25 mpg's)
3.) Exterior Looks
4.) 8,200 RPM shifting (fun to listen to the motor with windows down)
5.) Lightweight
6.) Shifting is smooth as butter
7.) Offers the most FPG's (fun per gallon) than any car I've owned.
Cons: How would you improve 2008 Honda Civic Si?
1.) Add Xenon Headlamps
2.) Optional Turbo or SuperCharger from HFP or Honda
3.) Needs a bit more torque
4.) Needs more factory aftermarket tuning options from the dealerships.
5.) On the Black cars, the paint quality needs to be improved a bit (Swirls)
6.) Needs a bit more power to keep up with the MS3's and Cobalt SS's of the world.
2008 Honda Civic Si Review:
Before I bought this car my choices were the Cobalt SS and the MS3. But this car fit my budget better. I paid about 22K for it, including TTL. Here is my overall take, and I hope it helps some people out there.
This car is a Honda, so the quality and the sturdiness are there. I have 27 thousand miles already on my 08 Si and I have not had one issue with anything. The trouble free ownership has been great and all it needs are oil changes at regular intervals and you're good to go. This all being said, it has 197 HP and lacks some serious torque. Don't expect to beat Cobalt SS's or the MS3's of the world. It ain't gonna happen.
Also, I bought the Nighthawk Black Pearl and I must say that Honda's paint quality on the cars is not up to par. What I mean is that it swirls rather easily. If I were any of you, I'd buy a Taffetta White or Galaxy Grey. Easier to maintain the paint. Owning a black Si has been a joy in of itself. But when it's all nice and waxed, it's well worth the looks you get from it.
Expect to be shifting a lot, expect to be yelled at by your girlfriends or wives for hitting VTEC too much. In terms of being a Daily Driver, I would say it's great if you're a bachelor... LOL
Lastly, if I could do it all over again, as much as I like coupes, I would get a 4 door. Having to bring the seats back all the time to have people get back there is a chore. But people fit there quite well. So, overall I'm VERY happy with the car and eagerly await the 2010 European Civic Si to come stateside with more power and a redefined look. Hope this review helps someone out there. Oh, and 21-25 MPG's is not bad as well. :)
By GUEST
Submitted 2011-11-01 05:02:27
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Pros: What do you like about 2008 Honda Civic Si?
Almost everything. I bought mine with ony .4 miles on it. And I broke the engine properly; i.e. no over 4000 revs for the first 10,000 miles.
I got great mileage out of the stock tires too!!
Over 26,000 miles before needed to even begin to look for new tires.
I LOVE MY LITTLE SI.
Cons: How would you improve 2008 Honda Civic Si?
BETTER TOP END, BUT FOR WHAT IT IS, I SAY HELL YEAH.
By i<3Honda
Submitted 2011-05-24 13:34:42
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Pros: What do you like about 2008 Honda Civic Si?
Not the slowest car.
Great on gas.
Good on cornering.
Sounds good stock.
Interior almost bucket seats.
Redline at 8.2 which is great.
Short shifter, applying an aftermarket short shifter adapter makes it even shorter.
Has potential.
Cons: How would you improve 2008 Honda Civic Si?
The floor mats should be rubber - cleaning the carpet is a pain.
The seats are also a pain if something is spilled.
No lights in the sunvisor.
Needs more torque and power.
Should come with more options.
2008 Honda Civic Si Review:
Honda = gas sufficient > STI = boooost.
Since now a days gas is crazy high, well si is good on gas unless you VTEC everywhere.
By GUEST
Submitted 2011-03-03 00:27:45
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Pros: What do you like about 2008 Honda Civic Si?
Body style is a plus, love the color of mine, it's an eye catcher, and enjoyable to drive daily.
Cons: How would you improve 2008 Honda Civic Si?
Not the best gas mileage, expensive to fill up due to the type of fuel it needs.
2008 Honda Civic Si Review:
I have had my Si for 5 months now, and I am really enjoying this vehicle. I am just now starting to put money into it by lowering it and debagging it. Overall it's a good little sports car.
By john98
Submitted 2011-02-10 06:42:43
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Pros: What do you like about 2008 Honda Civic Si?
Drives great and turns a lot of heads when I'm driving it.
The audio system is pretty good and it handles nice on good weather days.
Also the engine does sound incredible and people are always coming up and commenting on how awesome it is.
Cons: How would you improve 2008 Honda Civic Si?
I drove it today and it snowed and it had a terrible time getting traction.
Also the interior could be made with better quality materials and I wish the floor mats were rubber so you could wash them at the car wash. Carpet floor mats wear out faster and get dirty easy.
2008 Honda Civic Si Review:
To sum it up, I am in my car 6-10 hours a day and I deliver pizza and let me tell you I was really tired of doing it till I bought this car. Now I love my job again.
It's a blast to drive. It's great on gas, which is good for me and I would recommend this car to anyone.
By Tasha
Submitted 2011-01-25 11:20:38
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Pros: What do you like about 2008 Honda Civic Si?
Everything! I love my Honda! I want to own this car forever.
Cons: How would you improve 2008 Honda Civic Si?
Rotted egg smell when I push it. Honda seems to think everything is fine. Anyone else have this problem?
2008 Honda Civic Si Review:
Overall I love everything about this car. Like I said my only problem is that egg smell when I push...isn't that what the vtech is for?
By GUEST
Submitted 2011-01-13 22:17:51
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Pros: What do you like about 2008 Honda Civic Si?
I love Honda. That's why I got mugen.
Love it every day especially I paid 22K for it with 1900 miles on it!!!
Cons: How would you improve 2008 Honda Civic Si?
Make v-tech kick in at 3.5K, than you do not need turbo.
2008 Honda Civic Si Review:
Just love it!!!
By GUEST
Submitted 2010-12-22 09:17:55
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Pros: What do you like about 2008 Honda Civic Si?
I just recently got an all black si. I lowered it, put black 17 inch msr rims on it, blue hid lights, injen cold air intake and a skunk 2 exhaust. And that beast is nasty now.
By GUEST
Submitted 2010-06-28 21:10:38
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Pros: What do you like about 2008 Honda Civic Si?
Performance is great, along with looks both interior and exterior.
I love the way Vtec cracks at 5800 rpm, reminds me of a powerband on a motorbike when I was younger.
Cons: How would you improve 2008 Honda Civic Si?
I would make the regular Civic with an N/A k20z3 motor and make the Si model with a supercharger and larger exhaust. This way we could get a factory supercharger for about 3000 extra on the sticker price, and smoke the S#!T out of all the other cars in its "class".
2008 Honda Civic Si Review:
It is the best N/A car for the money. People tend to compare Si's to cobalt SS, Mazda speed3, or GTI.... but they forget one thing, all of these other cars have power adders. Take the supercharger or turbo off of these cars and do you think they would come close to staying with the Si? Not a chance! The Civic Si competes consistently with other cars that shouldn't even be in the same class as it.
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