Honda presents its new Civic Type R, possibly the last

Honda has unveiled the new Civic Type R, coinciding with the celebration of 25 years of the brand’s iconic high-performance hatchback, as well as 50 years of the Civic. The new Type R has been designed to provide the experience most exciting of this model to date. To do this, Honda has built on the long tradition of high-performance cars inspired by its racing spirit.

Available in Europe in early 2023, Honda engineers have refined every aspect of the new model, including design enhancements that optimize aerodynamic performance. Powertrain optimizations and lightweight components have created the most powerful and responsive Type R ever.

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Developed under the concept of creating the ‘Ultimate Sport 2.0’, the design of the new Type R is based on the sleek and sporty silhouette of the recently introduced Honda Civic e:HEV. To enhance its sporty appearance and elevate dynamic performance, the Type R’s appearance is now visibly lower and wider. Its presence is enhanced by flared wheel arches on lightweight 19-inch matte black alloy wheels and bespoke Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres.

The exterior design now conveys a strong sense of unity, thanks to elements such as the front and rear bumpers, as well as beautifully integrated design features such as the rear doors and wheel arches, which have been developed exclusively for the Type R and which provide benefits to aerodynamics. The larger and lower front bumper grille maximizes airflow to the engine and mates seamlessly with the discreet new bonnet, which now features an air vent, also to maximize airflow around the bumper. frontal.

Other design details that help optimize aerodynamics include side spoilers located behind the front wheels, and a larger rear diffuser that is integrated into the underbody and designed to fit perfectly with the bodywork above. .

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The dramatic design of this new rear spoiler further contributes to downforce generation, and its angle has been moved rearward to eliminate air resistance. The rear spoiler, with new cast aluminum brackets, has been positioned lower but wider than the previous model, accentuating the sleek new roofline and wider stance.

Immersive experience in the cabin

The interior of the new model has been geared towards boosting driving excitement and sharpening concentration. It maintains the high levels of comfort, functionality and refinement offered by the new Civic e:HEV, enhanced with exciting, performance-oriented details and features such as the Type R’s iconic classic red upholstery.

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Its immersive cabin has been designed to contribute to a high-intensity driving experience: the driver is seated in a lower driving position than before, with greater visibility from the now lower bonnet, blind spots have been minimized and reflective elements have been reduced. Sport-style, lightweight front seats with suede-effect upholstery offer exceptional support for the driver’s postural structure for comfort and maneuverability on the track and on long hauls.

In terms of performance, the driver can seamlessly switch between performance settings, selecting different modes for the engine, steering, suspension and engine sound. In addition to the predefined modes Comfort, Sport and +R, there is now also the new Individual mode, which has been added to offer a personalized driving experience.

The powerful Honda LogR data logging app has been reintroduced, with a completely updated format for this generation of Type R, so that it now combines performance data collected by on-board sensors, with a smartphone app that assists the driver monitor and record various measurements in real time. Key features include a stopwatch to record lap times, a circular 3D motion graph indicating the maximum friction the vehicle’s tires can achieve, an innovative scoring function that helps the driver improve their driving technique track handling, and many other driver interaction features that support safer, more precise and faster laps around the track.

It also features a revamped high-efficiency exhaust system to improve the power-to-weight ratio, torque and top speed of the previous generation Type R, making the 2023 Civic Type R one of the most powerful cars around. per liter within its category.

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Also, the updated Brembo brake system retains the previous generation’s two-piece discs for improved feel and longer life. The new vehicle has improved temperature control thanks to a new radiator that ensures optimal sustained performance during continuous use. A new triple exhaust design with optimized sound modulation offers a better acoustic sensation, further strengthening the connection between driver and car.