The 2009 Honda Civic Si is part of the revered eighth generation (8th Gen) of Civics, highly regarded by car enthusiasts as one of the last "true" naturally aspirated performance Hondas. The 2009 model year marked a mid-cycle refresh for this generation, introducing updated alloy wheel designs and minor aesthetic updates. It was sold as both a sleek two-door coupe (FG2) and a practical four-door sedan (FA5).
Driving Dynamics & Features
- High-Revving i-VTEC: The K20Z3 engine utilizes Honda's famous intelligent variable valve timing system. While it drives like a standard commuter car at low revs, crossing the "VTEC crossover" point at around 5,800 RPM radically changes the engine tone and delivers a rush of power all the way to its 8,000 RPM redline.
- Handling Hardware: Unlike standard Civics, the Si comes factory-equipped with a sport-tuned suspension, stiffer stabilizer bars, and a helical limited-slip differential (LSD). The LSD helps pull the front-wheel-drive chassis cleanly out of tight corners by maximizing tire traction.
- Interior Layout: The cabin features aggressive, deep-bolstered sport cloth seats with red Si embroidery. It also boasts a distinctive two-tier dashboard layout that positions a prominent analog tachometer directly behind the steering wheel and a digital speedometer higher up near the driver's line of sight.
Part of our private collection since 2021, this extremely low mileage Civic Si is now for sale with Duncan Imports & Clasics.
