Car Profiles - Honda Civic Type R

HONDA CIVIC TYPE R

You asked for a performance oriented Honda, they have answered it. Since the Civic SiR's demise more than two decades ago, the Civic Type R is the brand's halo car with the performance known for but comes at a price.

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Last Update: January 9, 2018

OWNERSHIP DETAILSVTEC Turbo
PriceTBA
Warranty3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine2.0 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower310hp @ 6,500rpm
Torque400Nm @ 2,500-4,500rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/100 Octane
Fuel SystemCVVTCS
Transmission6-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity47 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,577mm
Width1,877mm
Height1,434mm
Wheelbase2,700mm
Curb Weight1,407kg
Body Style5 Door Hatchback
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating4
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut with Dual Axis Strut
Rear SuspensionMultilink
Front BrakesVentilated Disc, Brembo
Rear BrakesSolid Disc
Tires245/30 ZR20
Wheels20 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags6
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Vehicle Stability Assist, and Hill Start Assist
Other Safety FeaturesMulti-View Reverse Camera, Seatbelt Reminder, ISO-FIX Seats, Immobilizer, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Walk Away Auto Lock
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFront
Other Exterior FeaturesAuto On/Off Headlamps with Auto Levelling, LED Daytime Running Lights, Rear Windshield Defogger, Rear Wiper, Rain Sensing Front Wiper, Type R Bumper with Carbon Fiber Effect, Triple Exhaust Pipes, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Side Skirts, Rear Spoiler, Vortex Generator, Aluminum Hood with Scoop, Tire Repair Kit
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt/Telescope
Steering Wheel MaterialLeather
Seating AdjustmentPower
Seating MaterialFabric
Other Interior Features60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Auto Dim Rear View Mirror, Carbon Fiber Dashboard, Ambient Lighting, Titanium Shift Knob, Sports Pedals, Type R Serial Number Plate, Instrument Cluster with 7 Inch Full Color TFT, Red Illumination, Driving Mode Display (+R, Sport, Comfort), Throttle/Brake Input Display, Turbo Meter, Rev Indicator, G-Meter, and Lap Time
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering (Electric), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold
Climate ControlAutomatic, Dual
Audio System7 Inch Touch Screen with AM/FM/MP3/USB/iPod/iPhone/Bluetooth/Navigation
Speakers12
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, Audio, Bluetooth, Cruise Control
AlarmYes
Keyless EntryYes, Smart Entry System with Push Button Start
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