Finally got some courage to go a little faster (but still not rash for sure) during this early Sunday morning's drive about the city streets. Was able to go fast-ish (40 to 60 kmph thanks to almost nil traffic) on different turns/bends like V shaped, U shaped, L shaped left/rights and even long stretches which bend/curve to a more or less degree. My conclusion is the car has understeer (at least when slowing mid turn) and the suspension impresses even more - soaks up bumps/vibrations well yet keeps body roll well under control at various speeds.
Can folks confirm or refute that the Civic has understeer as I've felt whilst slowing a little mid turn? Wasn't able to check change in handling (whether it moves to oversteer) by speeding up mid turn though...