You guys are some lucky ass owners. I've tried the M2, the M340i, grcorolla, and numerous other sports cars and this car felt WAY more fun than any of those.
You guys have no idea how lucky you are, can't wait to eventually pick up mine one day.
I’ve been thinking about this lately and I’m curious what people actually want from Acura going forward.
Imagine the Integra getting an updated version of the Civic hybrid system, but tuned a bit more aggressively. Something like around 250 hp in a base setup and maybe up to 300 hp for a Type S hybrid version. You would get instant electric torque, better fuel economy, and still keep that FWD performance feel.
On paper that actually sounds pretty solid.
But the real question is whether that would be enough if everything else stayed the same. Same Integra platform, same general design, just a more premium interior and badge over the Civic.
And honestly, I feel like that might be a mistake if they stop there.
The Acura name has expectations. People do not just want a nicer Civic with a hybrid system. They want something that feels special to drive, not just slightly upgraded in comfort and efficiency.
A hybrid Acura could work if it still feels sharp and engaging, and if the extra power actually changes the character of the car instead of just improving efficiency. Acura would need to lean into a real premium performance feel, not just a luxury Civic or CRV with a badge.
But if it ends up being basically a Civic hybrid with nicer seats and an Acura logo, I do not think that lands long term.
Personally, I would only buy it if it genuinely feels like a step above in driving experience, not just refinement. Otherwise it feels like Acura would be playing it too safe with a name that used to mean more.
What do you think, would you buy a Hybrid Acura, what would it need to be attractive to you?
I’ve been trying to figure out if there’s any real-world benefit to running premium fuel (91) in the Honda Civic Hybrid, or if regular 87 is exactly what it’s designed for with no downside.
From what I understand, Honda specifies 87 for this engine and the ECU is designed to handle knock control and timing adjustments automatically. Because of that, I’m assuming there shouldn’t really be any performance or longevity benefit to running higher octane in normal driving.
At the same time, I keep seeing mixed opinions online. Some people say premium makes the engine feel smoother or run better under load, while others say it’s completely unnecessary and just a waste of money if the car is tuned for regular fuel.
Even people claiming premium is healthier for the engine and will prevent head gasket failures in the long run.
What I’m trying to understand is whether there’s anything actually measurable behind any of that. Things like long term engine health at higher mileage, carbon buildup over time, or any real difference in efficiency or performance. Any videos of the car performing faster 0-60 times for example or any proof of any of this.
Even if the differences are small, I’m curious what people have actually seen or experienced with these engines over time.
No, I don't mean the SI or Type R those have their own niche and are a class of their own. I mean kind of like mazda has the turbo trim or hyundai have the the "n-line trim".
Would you pay 2000 more for a civic with 30 more horsepower? So, the hybrid with 230 HP for example and no differences.
I understand some people like them, but why is there not a way to turn them off? I love the direct feeling of the hybrid and I hate that I am much slower with simulated shifts, why am I directly slowing myself down just because someone FEELS like it would be more fun??
There is literally an individual mode that allows us to play with many things, let us turn this off and allow us to be much faster. FFS honda.
Really want one, but the finances aren't adding up at the moment :( so watching everyone else will have to do. Anyone else want to buy the R, but have to settle to reading posts instead?
Yeah, the rattles can be annoying. The road noise could be better too. I’m not pretending the car is perfect.
But design wise? I genuinely think Honda nailed it with the 11th gen.
It looks mature without being boring, aggressive without overdoing it, and the proportions are insanely clean compared to most modern cars covered in fake vents and random angles. Especially from the side and rear, it already feels timeless to me.
A lot of modern cars look current. The 11th gen Civic just looks good.
I honestly think people are gonna appreciate this design way more a few years from now, the same way clean older Hondas became appreciated over time.
Still catch myself looking back at it after parking despite the occasional interior orchestra.
Back in the day Honda was THE brand for reliable, lightweight, fun cars with amazing engineering. Civics, Accords, Integras, the S2000. They had personality. Now it feels like they’re just playing it safe while everyone else moves ahead. Their quality control is awful with lots rattles, cabin leaks, noise issues and gasket problems. But they want to charge you increasing amounts of money. Need I bring up the prelude?
Their EV strategy has been an absolute mess too. They hyped up all these future EVs just to cancel most of them after reportedly taking a massive $15B+ hit. Meanwhile companies like BYD, Hyundai, Mazda even Toyota feel way more aggressive and future focused.
And now they’re stretching current models like the Accord and Odyssey way into the 2030s instead of refreshing them properly. The accord used to be a sleeper, now it's slower than the civic.
Feels like modern Honda lost the ahead of the curve identity they used to have. Everything is CVTs, safe styling, and delayed plans now.
Maybe I’m just nostalgic, but old Honda used to feel innovative. Current Honda feels reactive.
I’ve played World of Warcraft for years and finally decided to try Guild Wars 2 recently, and honestly this game feels like such a breath of fresh air.
The biggest thing for me is how much the game respects your time. In WoW I always felt pressured to stay caught up or else I’d fall behind every patch cycle. In GW2 it feels like the progress you make actually matters long term. I can log off for a few days and not feel punished for it.
The world itself also feels way more alive than I expected. People are everywhere doing events together, random players revive you constantly, and the open world feels designed for fun instead of just being something you rush through to get to endgame. Even older zones still have players running around because of level scaling.
I was also surprised by how much I ended up liking the combat. At first it felt a little weird coming from WoW, but once I got used to dodging, movement, and the faster pace, it started feeling really satisfying. Mounts are also insanely good. I genuinely don’t know how other MMOs made mounts feel boring after this.
Another thing I appreciate is not constantly replacing gear every update. The horizontal progression system has honestly made the game feel less stressful and more enjoyable overall. Instead of feeling forced to grind, I just log in and do whatever sounds fun.
I’m still new and definitely overwhelmed sometimes because there are a million systems thrown at you, but this is the first MMO in years that’s made me excited to explore again instead of feeling like I’m doing chores.
Any other former WoW players feel the same way when they started?