Racing spirit.
Civic soul.

Discover the evolution of
the legendary Civic Type R.
From the EK9 to the FL5.

The legacy of the Civic Type R

The Honda Civic Type R is a series of hot hatchback and sports sedan models based on the Civic, developed and produced by Honda since September 1997. The first Civic Type R was the third model to receive Honda's Type R badge (after the NSX and Integra). Type R versions of the Civic typically feature a lightened and stiffened body, specially tuned engine, and upgraded brakes and chassis, and are offered only in five- or six-speed manual transmission. Like other Type R models, red is used in the background of the Honda badge to distinguish it from other models.

The history of the Type R

Honda built the Type R to create a high-performance, track-inspired car for the road, embodying a "racing spirit" through features like enhanced engines, advanced suspension, and lightweight design. The original goal was to satisfy enthusiasts with an immersive driving experience at an affordable price, later evolving into a more refined high-performance vehicle for a wider market, and maintaining its connection to motorsports.

Key reasons for the Type R's creation

  • Better performance
  • Race car engineering for the road
  • Driver-focused technology
  • Balancing performance and practicality
  • Keeping the manual transmission
  • To Leverage VTEC Technology
Honda NSX Type R (1992)
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