Honda Civic Type R

Civic Type R Overview

Since its inception in the Australian market, Type R has slightly changed. Now, in 2019 it displays the same ergonomics. Along with the engine power and performance. However, inside it, Honda has done some minor upgrades, mainly to make it more user-friendly. Now, the infotainment system comes with volume knob and physical buttons. Also, you get a hard button to adjust the fan speed of the climate control. In addition to these key changes, 2019 Civic Type R receives revised switch for electronic parking brake, larger cupholders, and modernized steering wheels controls. Apart from these developments, Honda has also added Sonic Gray Pearl paint scheme. 

With these minor changes, for the new Civic Type R, the prices have been increased by $635. And, on the road, prices will now start from $57,702. 

Type R feels solid and strong as ever. It’s the lightest car in its class, which makes driving more flexible, it responds quickly while braking and taking sharp turns. Also, with the lower body weight, Type R’s adaptive suspension system responds quickly towards the road surface variations. 

Standard equipment for Australia includes a four-wheel adaptive damper system with three driving modes, Brembo brake package, 20-inch alloy wheels, the Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver-assist technologies. 

Honda Civic Type R Interior & Features

Inside it, you’ll get the class that you expect from the sports vehicle. Surprisingly, Honda extends excellent interiors at very manageable prices. Type R offers you best in class interior space, that is smartly utilized by well-shaped and comfortable seats. Now with the improved infotainment functionality, you’ll be eased with the simple to use button controls. 

To magnify your ride further, Honda Civic comes equipped with 160W 8-speaker sound system that has been synced with the speed-sensitive volume compensation system. To keep up with the cabin noise to volume ratio, it automatically boosts the volume as you push the pedal for more speed. 

Honda has furnished the interiors with vibrant texture, Civic Type R steering wheel is wrapped in the black and red leather, and bucket sports seats are stitched with red suede style fabric. 

Civic Type R Exterior

From the design perspective, Civic Type R is a perfect blend of exterior dynamics and well designed interior space. The front and rear of this hatchback display a red Honda badge that alone supplies an aggressive facial look. Plus with sharp-edged LED lights that fit well on the wide piano-black grille in the lower background, the overall sports character of this hatchback carries forward. On the sides, the carbon fiber finished splitter installed on the B-pillar stretches the exterior design stance further. Moreover, the centrally located triple-exhaust tip system produces a husky rumble that suits the nature of this car. 

Honda has developed a hatchback that goes with the spirit of sporty aerodynamics design. Civic Type R comes equipped with all the essential features such as LED daytime running and fog lights, auto rain-sensing front wipers, shark fin antenna, rear diffuser with side skirts. In addition to these, the 20-inch black alloy wheels expand the authority of this hatchback to a whole new level. 

Honda Civic Type R Ride & Handling

This hatchback delivers an awesome driving experience that’s safe and fun. Honda’s Motion Adaptive Electric Power Steering (MAEPS) system helps drivers avoid turning the wheel in the wrong way while skidding. Plus with Adaptive Damper System, you can choose to raise or lower the suspension as per the driving mode. It enhances the ride quality by maintaining the grip with the road. 

Civic Type R Engine & Fuel Consumption

 Civic Type R is an extraordinary machine that is powered by 2.0l DOHC VTEC Turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. It can generate a maximum power output of 228kW at 6500rpm and torque of 400Nm at 2500–4500rpm. Honda offers this hatchback with 6-speed manual transmission with rev-matching function. This sports hatchback gives you three different driving modes, and you can choose to drive it in Comfort, Sport or R+ mode. When you select a mode, then this hatchback automatically retunes the suspension, throttle and steering settings as per the input. When in the R+ mode, Civic Type R can sprint from 0–100km/hr in just 5.68 seconds. 

Honda Civic Type R Braking & Safety

Honda Civic Type R set the safety bar even higher, with its extraordinary emergency-braking ability you can stop the vehicle exactly in 43 meters while moving at 110km/hr. In the front Type R comes equipped with 350mm ventilated disc brakes with Brembo 4-piston aluminum brake calipers, while in the rear you’ll get 305mm solid disc brakes. Moreover, to make the vehicle security intact. Honda Civic Type R comes with an advanced security system that locks the vehicle as you park it and walks away. 

Civic Type R Verdict

Honda has produced a brilliant yet fun to drive hatchback sports car. That gives you the luxury and speed at a very affordable price. It offers best in class interiors space, braking capability and great balance between power and steering. Being a sports hatchback, it delivers a mileage of 8.8l/100km that makes it one of the most fuel-efficient speed car, that you’ll love to drive.