Just got the 2014 Si and after a month of owning it, I still find myself looking back at it every time I lock it. It’s a great feeling.
Oh that’s interesting. Is the Si model the L13 VTEC but with special wheels and what seems like a JDM RS suspension package?
Wondering why they didn’t go all the way and give you the L15 engine?
Flint said:
Oh that’s interesting. Is the Si model the L13 VTEC but with special wheels and what seems like a JDM RS suspension package?
Wondering why they didn’t go all the way and give you the L15 engine?
Would probably be too much for some people, especially the elderly.
@Peyton
Over here in New Zealand, they’re a bit tougher with their cars. They mainly went for the Jazz RS.
Flint said:
@Peyton
Over here in New Zealand, they’re a bit tougher with their cars. They mainly went for the Jazz RS.
Yeah, I think it’s also because they would have had to import the L15 engines, since they only made the L13 in the UK.
@Peyton
Oh, so it’s a Swindon thing? Makes sense then. It’s much easier to swap out suspension. The OEM wheels look great on it.
How do these handle compared to the older models?
I have a 2014 Jazz Si, 63K miles. I’ve had it for a month now, but it’s not my first Honda. A few years back, I had a 99 Civic 1.4 saloon, but I had to scrap it as it wasn’t cost-effective at the time. This one’s a Swindon car with VTEC spec and sport ARB/sway. I’m the 3rd owner, and it has a full service history, but I don’t think it was enthusiast-owned. The photo was taken after I gave it a good wash and polish with Autoglym. The OEM alloys are a bit scuffed, but I’ve seen some posts about the diamond cuts failing. I traded my 2009 Hyundai i30 1.4 petrol with 120K miles, which needed a new clutch and some other fixes, so it was the right time for a change. No regrets with the purchase, the Si looks way nicer than the standard Jazz models and drives really well too. The gears are short, but it really loves 5th gear! I’ve fitted 2 new front Hankook Ventus Prime 3 tyres since the old ones were low and no-name brands, which I wasn’t happy with. The rears still have some tread left, but I’ll replace those with Hankooks soon. Surprised that 185/55/16 tyres are hard to find. Anyway, just wanted to fill you guys in, I’m keeping it OEM and definitely planning to keep it long-term.
@Tim
Wouldn’t mind getting one myself - the spec seems decent. How much do they usually go for?
Peyton said:
@Tim
Wouldn’t mind getting one myself - the spec seems decent. How much do they usually go for?
Where are you located?
TIL the Si models came with fits too.
Peyton said:
TIL the Si models came with fits too.
Yes, that’s the Jazz UK/EU spec.
Peyton said:
TIL the Si models came with fits too.
Yes, that’s the Jazz UK/EU spec.
I’m just happy it comes with a manual option.
Nice wheels on that car 