Here is quick review:
Civic Turbo
The engine is sublime, I just love it. The motor sound when you cross 3.5k RPM is just outstanding. Even better than A4 B9. After that, Handling is pretty impressive. I did not expect this good handling when I first drove it. Brake hold and E-brake is so convenient for me. I like the remote start and remote windows and sunroof control, this feature has its own SWAG! The exterior design is stunning.
However, I don't like interior quality. Rear screen is pathetic, it ruined the beauty of arm-rest/center console which is present in international models. Lastly, I hate its CVT (Yes, I hate it), I mean just look at the power and torque figures and potential of this L15B7 which can produce power and torque of V6 or is k bawajood CVT? If during my ownership I found 6 Speed manual of Civic Si, I am defiantly going to swap or maybe sometime in future Atlas introduce it in manual then I am going to change it.
Grande:
Its a complete package. Interior quality is good. driving is smooth. Seats are pretty comfy. Feel of buttons are much better. Handling is improved from previous Corollas. everything feels solid. Motor sound is also pleasing. I like the way car welcomes, Like: when grab the door handle the mirrors unfold, iMID information and that WOW meter effect when you start. LED bi-beams and auto-off feature is lovely. Cluster is just better than Civic's.
However, interior is too classy for my taste, I don't like the rear wheel gap, Key fob quality is pathetic.