Honda Civic Si Sedan Concept Unveiled at Chicago Auto Show
08-Feb-2006 | 06:29 PM
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Honda Civic Si Sedan Concept Unveiled at Chicago Auto Show
Honda Civic Si Sedan Concept Unveiled at Chicago Auto Show
Date: February 08, 2006 16:21
Submitted by: RyanDL
Source: Honda Press Release
CHICAGO 02/08/2006 -- The Civic Si Sedan Concept is making its debut at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.
The Civic Si Sedan Concept provides strong hints of the styling and performance for a production Civic Si Sedan scheduled to go on sale this fall, marking the first time that "Si" performance has become available in the Civic Sedan. Similar to the recently introduced Civic Si Coupe, the production Civic Si Sedan will serve as another performance leader for the Civic line-up with a 197-horsepower, 16-valve, DOHC i-VTEC engine with an 8,000 rpm redline, mated to a close-ratio, 6-speed manual transmission. Helping to put all that power to the ground is a helical-type, limited slip differential for improved traction and cornering performance.
The Civic Si Sedan Concept features custom 18-inch cast aluminum alloy wheels, 225/40ZR18 high-performance tires, and 4-wheel disc brakes with large cross-drilled brake rotors and 4-piston Brembo calipers.
"The Civic Si Sedan Concept demonstrates how the high-performance attributes of the Civic Si Coupe can be directly applied to the functionality of a sedan," said John Mendel, senior vice president of American Honda.
A production vehicle based on the Civic Si Sedan Concept will go on sale this fall. The 2007 Civic Si Sedan will mark a further evolution of Civic Si's sixth generation alongside the Civic Si Coupe - and will be the first time a Civic Si is available in two body styles. The Civic Si first appeared in 1986 with subsequent Civic Si models appearing in 1989, 1992, 1999 and 2002.
The Civic Si Concept (coupe version) made its debut at the 2005 Chicago Auto Show, preceding the introduction of the all-new 2006 Civic Si, Civic Hybrid, Civic Sedan and Civic Coupe. The Civic Si Coupe and Civic Si Sedan will both complement the Civic lineup with features designed to appeal to true enthusiasts seeking a high level of performance and value.
The all-new 2006 Honda Civic has attracted a high level of acclaim, including Motor Trend magazine's prestigious 2006 Car of the Year award and the 2006 North American Car of the Year award.
I'm lovin' it. My 03's lease is done this year and I've been wanting something a little bigger then the Coupes I usually have.
Date: February 08, 2006 16:21
Submitted by: RyanDL
Source: Honda Press Release
CHICAGO 02/08/2006 -- The Civic Si Sedan Concept is making its debut at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.
The Civic Si Sedan Concept provides strong hints of the styling and performance for a production Civic Si Sedan scheduled to go on sale this fall, marking the first time that "Si" performance has become available in the Civic Sedan. Similar to the recently introduced Civic Si Coupe, the production Civic Si Sedan will serve as another performance leader for the Civic line-up with a 197-horsepower, 16-valve, DOHC i-VTEC engine with an 8,000 rpm redline, mated to a close-ratio, 6-speed manual transmission. Helping to put all that power to the ground is a helical-type, limited slip differential for improved traction and cornering performance.
The Civic Si Sedan Concept features custom 18-inch cast aluminum alloy wheels, 225/40ZR18 high-performance tires, and 4-wheel disc brakes with large cross-drilled brake rotors and 4-piston Brembo calipers.
"The Civic Si Sedan Concept demonstrates how the high-performance attributes of the Civic Si Coupe can be directly applied to the functionality of a sedan," said John Mendel, senior vice president of American Honda.
A production vehicle based on the Civic Si Sedan Concept will go on sale this fall. The 2007 Civic Si Sedan will mark a further evolution of Civic Si's sixth generation alongside the Civic Si Coupe - and will be the first time a Civic Si is available in two body styles. The Civic Si first appeared in 1986 with subsequent Civic Si models appearing in 1989, 1992, 1999 and 2002.
The Civic Si Concept (coupe version) made its debut at the 2005 Chicago Auto Show, preceding the introduction of the all-new 2006 Civic Si, Civic Hybrid, Civic Sedan and Civic Coupe. The Civic Si Coupe and Civic Si Sedan will both complement the Civic lineup with features designed to appeal to true enthusiasts seeking a high level of performance and value.
The all-new 2006 Honda Civic has attracted a high level of acclaim, including Motor Trend magazine's prestigious 2006 Car of the Year award and the 2006 North American Car of the Year award.
I'm lovin' it. My 03's lease is done this year and I've been wanting something a little bigger then the Coupes I usually have.
08-Feb-2006 | 06:40 PM
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Hmm...I've got mixed feelings about it. One, a fully loaded EX with skirt package looks pretty similar to it already except for the fender flares and that hidious rear trunk spoiler. But, on the flip side, the Si motor would definitely be awesome. Looks wise, I'll give it a thumbs up if they loose the rear trunk spoiler and replace it with something a little more stylish. Cause it just looks like they said screw it and plopped on the coupe Si spoiler to save time or something--just looks out of place.
my 2 cents.
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Buddah.
my 2 cents.
Cheers,
Buddah.
08-Feb-2006 | 08:26 PM
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Looks alright.
But what does this mean:
Why is it talking about sixth generation civics?
Also, I have seen 4dr. Si's before, maybe this press release is for the US and they were not available there.
But what does this mean:
Originally posted by DumbasSi
Honda Civic Si Sedan Concept Unveiled at Chicago Auto Show
The 2007 Civic Si Sedan will mark a further evolution of Civic Si's sixth generation alongside the Civic Si Coupe - and will be the first time a Civic Si is available in two body styles.
Honda Civic Si Sedan Concept Unveiled at Chicago Auto Show
The 2007 Civic Si Sedan will mark a further evolution of Civic Si's sixth generation alongside the Civic Si Coupe - and will be the first time a Civic Si is available in two body styles.
Also, I have seen 4dr. Si's before, maybe this press release is for the US and they were not available there.
08-Feb-2006 | 09:49 PM
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6th gen of Si I believe. The only 4 door Si I can remember is the 02-03 Si Sedan, but it had the same motor as the Si Coupe. The name Si is new to Canada as their top model. It has alsways been SIR before.
I think the Acura CSX will appeal to the luxury buyer, whereas the Si will appeal to the Sporty buyer.
I think the Acura CSX will appeal to the luxury buyer, whereas the Si will appeal to the Sporty buyer.
09-Feb-2006 | 11:20 AM
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Honda knows that they need a sporty sedan to compete with the other 4 doors on the market.
I really like the new Si coupe, but the 2 door is a big negative for me at this stage in my life. My next car will definately have a minimum of 4 doors. The CSX was a little disappointing with no LSD and a lesser motor. The Si Sedan is the perfect answer for that.
Since the 8th Civic Sedans are cheaper than the 8th Gen Coupes, I wonder if the new Si Sedan will been a couple hundred less than the 8th Gen Coupes?
Will they be built in Alliston or Japan?
Honda knows that they need a sporty sedan to compete with the other 4 doors on the market.
I really like the new Si coupe, but the 2 door is a big negative for me at this stage in my life. My next car will definately have a minimum of 4 doors. The CSX was a little disappointing with no LSD and a lesser motor. The Si Sedan is the perfect answer for that.
Since the 8th Civic Sedans are cheaper than the 8th Gen Coupes, I wonder if the new Si Sedan will been a couple hundred less than the 8th Gen Coupes?
Will they be built in Alliston or Japan?
