Posted Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 9:56pm
The Honda Civic Si has a long-standing reputation as a market favorite for a sports car that’s fun to drive, easy to live with, and cheap to run. The latest Civic Si’s turbocharged engine, three-pedal configuration, and upgraded looks and handling are intended to raise the heartrate of enthusiast drivers, while also serving double-duty as a sensible family hauler and daily commuter.
Thing is, Subaru has a new base-spec WRX on the menu for 2026, and it comes in at a pretty compelling price point. As a shopper about to cut a check on a new Honda Civic Si, this means you’ve got a very important $1,000 question to answer, and a few important questions to ask yourself, too.
