Topic: Honda Updates 2014 Civic Coupe For SEMA

[Autos_Editor]

Civic Si models get a modest bump in power; CR-Z performance parts line available

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[johngenx]

That seems to be the "right" amount of power for a FWD sporty car.  The Si and the GTI are both about the best FWD chassis' around, and they keep the power about that mark.

[Snowman]

That seems to be the "right" amount of power for a FWD sporty car.  The Si and the GTI are both about the best FWD chassis' around, and they keep the power about that mark.

Agreed, there are heavier cars with more but many like the Mazdaspeed 3 have gone beyond with poor results.

[Black Hatch]

Isn't 220hp the most you want on a FWD without severe torque steer?

[normancw]

A power-boosting CR-Z supercharger package will follow in the spring of 2014.

This sounds interesting, but I think I would rather have the Civic Si engine in the CR-Z.

[dkaz]

Agreed, there are heavier cars with more but many like the Mazdaspeed 3 have gone beyond with poor results.

Have you actually driven one to form that opinion?

[Sir Osis of Liver]

I had no issues with the Focus ST, well, beyond ultimate grip in first gear. Once hooked up, all the Si would be seeing is taillights.

And an aftermarket Quaife differential is available for those who plan on tracking it.