The ever-popular compact Honda Civic is now in its 11th generation. However, the top-of-the-line performance Civic Type R is now in its second generation in the North American market and better than ever before. The newest Type R is powered by a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder with 315 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, sending power to the front wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox. It makes the dash from zero to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and can reach a top speed of 169 mph. The newest Civic Type R's styling has been toned down compared to its predecessor, which I see as the former's biggest area of improvement and talking point. It also has a larger chassis and wider fenders than the previous Civic Type R. Although its styling has been toned down, the newest Civic Type R still retains distinctive signature styling cues like a prominent rear wing, some air vents, a three-pipe exhaust setup, red Honda badges, red accents, and faux-carbon fiber trim. A 9-inch touchscreen mounted on the dashboard housing Honda's latest infotainment system and a digital gauge cluster with a row of shift light indicators on top are also standard on the Civic Type R. The Type R's passenger and cargo space are the same as the standard Civic hatchback.
Pricing for the new Honda Civic Type R starts at $44,890. Last month marked the first time I saw the latest Civic Type R in person. I have only seen one new Civic Type R in person (pictured here), and I expect to see more of them on the road soon, just like its predecessor. Overall, I like the new Honda Civic Type R much more than its predecessor, and it is one of the most intriguing Hondas and hot hatchbacks currently on sale. Compared to some hot hatchbacks and other vehicles in its segment, I can't help but turn my head at and be in awe of the latest Civic Type R whenever I see one up close due to its in-your-face styling and prowess.
You can further support my blogs by checking out my merch (sample pictured below): CPF Store
No comments:
Post a Comment