Introduction
The 2018 Honda Civic Type R is a high-performance version of the popular Honda Civic. It was released in the spring of 2018 and immediately gained a great deal of attention due to its radical styling and impressive performance capabilities. It is the first Type R model to be released in the United States since the original Honda Civic Type R was released in 1997. The 2018 Honda Civic Type R has a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that produces 306 horsepower, making it one of the most powerful cars in its class. The Type R also features an aerodynamic body kit and a sport-tuned suspension that makes it a joy to drive.
Exterior Design
Front Design
The Honda Civic Type R has a unique and aggressive design that sets it apart from the standard Honda Civic. The front of the car features a large, bold grille with a black mesh insert and a red Honda badge. The bumper is also aggressive and features a front splitter and large air intakes to help cool the engine. The headlights are sharp and angular, giving the car a more sporty look.
Side Design
The side of the Honda Civic Type R is dominated by its large 20-inch alloy wheels. The wheels are shod with low-profile performance tires that provide excellent grip and handling. The side skirts help to reduce drag and keep the car stable at high speeds. The side mirrors are also unique and feature a sleek black housing that adds to the car’s sporty appearance.
Rear Design
The rear of the Honda Civic Type R is dominated by its large dual exhaust system and its large rear spoiler. The spoiler helps to reduce drag and keep the car stable at high speeds. The rear bumper features a unique diffuser with a honeycomb pattern and a red Honda badge. The taillights are sharp and angular and feature LED technology for a more modern look.
Interior Design
Seating
The Honda Civic Type R has seating for four and is equipped with sport-bolstered bucket seats up front. The seats are wrapped in black leather and feature red stitching and Type R badging. The rear seats are also upholstered in the same black leather and feature Type R badging. The center console is also unique and features a sporty carbon fiber trim and a sporty aluminum shift knob.
Technology
The Honda Civic Type R is equipped with a variety of tech features. It has a 7-inch touchscreen display that is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The car is also equipped with a 10-speaker sound system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera. The HondaLink app is also available, which allows the driver to access a variety of vehicle information and settings.
Safety
The Honda Civic Type R is equipped with a variety of safety features. It has a variety of airbags, stability control, and a traction control system to help keep the car stable in all kinds of driving conditions. The car also has a blind spot monitoring system, a lane departure warning system, and a forward collision warning system.
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Front Grille
The front grille of the Honda Civic Type R is large and bold, featuring a black mesh insert and a red Honda badge.
Side Skirts
The side skirts of the Honda Civic Type R help to reduce drag and keep the car stable at high speeds.
Rear Spoiler
The rear spoiler of the Honda Civic Type R helps to reduce drag and keep the car stable at high speeds.
Wheels
The Honda Civic Type R is equipped with 20-inch alloy wheels that are shod with low-profile performance tires.
Interior Seats
The interior seats of the Honda Civic Type R are wrapped in black leather and feature red stitching and Type R badging.
Center Console
The center console of the Honda Civic Type R is unique and features a sporty carbon fiber trim and a sporty aluminum shift knob.
Touchscreen Display
The Honda Civic Type R is equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen display that is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Sound System
The Honda Civic Type R is equipped with a 10-speaker sound system with Bluetooth connectivity.
Safety Features
The Honda Civic Type R is equipped with a variety of safety features, including airbags, stability control, and a traction control system.
HondaLink App
The HondaLink app is available, which allows the driver to access a variety of vehicle information and settings.
