I knew I wasn't going to see our Civic Si for a while (it's going to spend the next couple weeks in Fresno, CA), so this morning I got up a little earlier than usual to take it on a real drive. With no caffeine in my system, my inputs behind the wheel were a little sluggish, even sloppy, but the car's limited-slip differential kept lifting my spirits, kicking the front end around amidst mild protest from the all-season Michelins. The steering in this car feels light, maybe a little too light, but it's so quick and accurate, I can hardly complain. I wouldn't mind if the throws between gears were a little shorter, though -- no question, shifting this car is fun, but I feel like I have to move the lever too far from gate to gate...
In other news, one of our other editors had occasion to check the oil last week. No need to add any fresh juice, but it certainly is easy to check & add in the Civic, because of its super short engine bay. The dipstick and oil cap are within easy reach as soon as you open the hood -- no stretching required. By the way, we're at 50% oil life, according to the on-board computer.
Erin Riches, Senior Content Editor, 13,033 miles
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