7 Best Honda Civic Mods

7 Best Honda Civic Mods

The Honda Civic. A legendary vehicle that’s not only popular for its reliability but its ease in modifying the look and performance of the car. It handles beautifully, its engine is simple to tune, and it's just dying to be kitted out for the track or a midnight drive. In this blog post, we’ll explore 7 Honda Civic mods that are easy on the wallet yet enhance your Civic’s performance and cosmetics.

What should I add to my Honda Civic?

The Civic has definitely changed over the decades, but for the 2017-2020 Civic, there are lots of great modifications you can install. We’ve compiled a list of high-quality, affordable Honda Civic SI upgrades for you. So get your garage ready for some work, sit back, crack a cold one, and read on!

Tuner  

The engineers at Honda have worked hard to make a 4-cylinder engine more powerful over the years, but by engine tuning your Civic, you could add an extra 20% of power that's been left on the table.

What's that car insurance slogan again?

"20 minutes could give you 20% or more on car power." Yeah, that's definitely it.  

 

The electronic Ktuner Flash v1.2 Touch is the right product for the job. With simple, fast adjustments that give you easy levels of control for throttle response, partial throttle boost response, and turbo spool, you'll be able to modify and select the perfect settings for you. You can expect an incredibly fun and satisfying driving experience as you climb higher in RPMs, as power is held back in the low end and brought in strong the higher in the RPM band you go. No out-of-control spinning tires on acceleration, just pure power.

 

Some of the benefits with the Ktuner include:

 

• Improved throttle response
• Reduced turbo lag
• Improved low-end and midrange torque
• Smoothed boost curve
• Produce sporty feel and drivability

 

Intake

Cold air intakes are typically easier to install than most other engine modifications. As you may know, an aftermarket intake system moves the air filter outside of the engine compartment so that cooler air can be sucked into the engine for better combustion.

 

There are many different intake modifications available on the market. They all differ by the type of filter they use, size, horsepower gains, and installation difficulty level. That said, we believe wholeheartedly in the MAPerformance 2017+ Honda Civic Si Air Intake Kit, and so do many professional drivers and enthusiasts on tracks and streets throughout the world. Made from durable materials like mandrel bent 304 stainless steel tubing, our intake is rugged, reliable, and built to last. It increases both engine efficiency and power output as well, so you're getting many additional features in one intake.

 

Downpipe

Installing an aftermarket Civic downpipe like our MAPerformance Civic X 1.5T Catted Downpipe

has many benefits. Besides the obvious benefit of a louder, more aggressive sound (not a typical modded Honda rice grinder sound) is increased power. A downpipe mod can achieve an extra 10-20 horsepower, which is beneficial at the track, and is quite noticeable when the turbo spools.

 

It adds up to a true enhanced increase in performance. An aftermarket downpipe also has catalytic converters that allow spent exhaust gases to exit the engine safely and quickly, reducing harmful emissions. These less restrictive catalytic converters not only allow more air to flow, but they also allow sound waves to flow better.

 

Intercooler

If you know about intercoolers, then you know the more effectively an engine can move air in and out from the intake to the exhaust tips, the more power potential there is. An intercooler reduces the air temperature, increasing horsepower with the air density. How so? If the flow is at the same volume of air with increased density, the result is more power.

 

Cooling the intake air with an aftermarket intercooler dramatically reduces the chances of engine knock as well, potentially saving you thousands of dollars in an engine replacement.

 

Our team of gearheads and enthusiasts developed the industry-loved MAPerformance Charge Piping Kit and intercooler for the Honda Civic. These two products come with all the hardware needed for a simple installation process. Some of the benefits and features you’ll instantly have include:

 

• Direct fit placements
• Much stronger than OEM units
• High-quality materials and great looks
• Increased cooling performance
• Increased efficiency & consistency
• Increased engine safety (combats against engine knock)

 

Clutch

Out of any aftermarket components you can install on your Civic, clutch mods are the best bang for your buck. The clutch is the crux of any Civic’s transmission. It allows drivers to shift gears and control how fast they're going, but if it isn't in perfect condition or properly maintained; then slipping can happen which will rob you not only of forward momentum but cause shifting problems as well. If you want better heat management, better friction, and better clamping force, then an aftermarket clutch is just right for your Honda Civic. A clutch upgrade for the Honda Civic can also offer you:

 

• Light pedal effort
• Smooth engagement
• Accurately balanced acceleration systems
• High RPM capabilities
• Longer friction life
• And much more!

 

Wheels

Your Civic may ride on a frame, but you chug along on wheels. Of all the components influencing best performance, nothing beats the right set of wheels. And the beautifully designed Honda Civic is worth so much more than simple stock wheels. Treat your machine to a set of custom Honda Civic wheels, which make track day and meetups with your friends even more exciting. And with exclusive, durable, and fashionable rims, you'll easily be the center of attention.

 

With our wide selection of Civic wheels, you can have features delivered straight to your doorstep like deep concave designs, precise offset pairing, light weight designs, high-tech flow form, composite alloy technology, Spec-E inspected materials, rigid ring features, and so much more!

 

 

Brakes

Many of these upgrades we’ve mentioned make your car faster. We understand completely why you’d want those mods. Components that slow your Civic down aren’t as exciting as speed. Thing is, if you have any power upgrades such as nitrous, motor swaps, aftermarket wheels, turbos or superchargers, or you live in a mountainous region, your stock brakes can easily become overburdened. If you're taking your Civic beyond the average stresses like on the track or spirited highway driving, then stock brakes just won’t cut it.

 

What you need is a pair of easy-installation, direct fit front brakes that do not require any changes from your stock setup. A brake combo kit saves you money rather than purchasing individual brake pads and rotors. You’ll feel real improvements immediately as you and your Civic take corners like a pro. EBC Brakes Stage 4 Front Brake Upgrade Kit | 2017-2021 Honda Civic Si

 

Are Honda Civics Good for Modding?

By now, you know that the Honda Civic is an amazing platform that’s great for modding. Its long life prospect combined with reliability and ease of aftermarket part installation is legendary among car enthusiasts. As you upgrade your Civic with any specific build type (or our suggestions for the best mods), you'll notice the enhanced performance while jetting off from a stoplight, or showing off your car at a car meet. And if you take your car on the track? There’s a good chance it’s game over for your competition. Results, results, results.

Getting more horsepower from your Honda Civic Si

Factory: 170-190

Stage 1: 230-250

Stage 2: 250-290