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It was quite surprising when Honda Vietnam officially imported and distributed the high-performance sports version of the Honda Civic, of course, this is the 6th generation Type R the latest at the moment. The Honda Civic Type R is like a Civic that has been 'pre-tuned' by the manufacturer with a range of high-performance equipment, standing out with a sports body kit with aerodynamic equipment, large Brembo brakes with 5 double-spoke Y-shaped wheels.The Honda Civic Type R is equipped with a VTEC 2.0L turbocharged engine, producing a maximum power of 315 horsepower at 6,500 rpm, 420 Nm of torque at a range of 2,600-4,000 rpm. Along with that is a 6-speed manual transmission with automatic throttle blipping (Rev match system), it will show its significance when you shift gears, the engine will not drop to low revs and always keep at a minimum limit of throttle response delay and turbo lag delay.
The Honda Civic Type R is a 5-door Hatchback variant, but the exterior design of the car bears some similarities to the 11th Gen Civic that was recently launched in the Vietnamese market. It still features new design lines at the front with a slightly less sporty style compared to the previous Gen 10 generation, but it still retains the distinctive Honda look, maintaining its sportiness but with a more sophisticated touch.
Equipped with racing-ready features, such as high-performance brakes from the Brembo brand, large 5 double-spoke wheels with Y-shaped patterns that enhance the sporty look of the car.
Being a Hatchback model, the rear of the Civic Type R is somewhat bulging and short if measured from the rear axle to the end of the rear of the car. However, this is where the sportiness is showcased with features like: a large high-mounted spoiler above the rear windshield, a 3-outlet exhaust combined with a Bumper designed for aerodynamic diffuser. Additionally, the intricate patterns from the rear signal lights also add a unique and powerful look to the car.
Equipped with a turbocharged CTEV engine with a displacement of 2.0L, the Civic Type R generates a maximum power of 315 horsepower and 420 Nm of torque. More optimized to the driver's preferences is the 6-speed manual transmission with throttle blipping capability. If it's a racing car, the manual transmission will surely better meet the driver's ability as they can completely control the engine speed, managing torque in various specific situations.
Inside, the Dashboard area of the interior is not much different from the regular 11th Gen Civic, still featuring minimalist design lines, an infotainment screen mounted on the Dashboard, supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The driver's area will have an LCD screen displaying operation information, a color screen laid out in a sporty style.
Positioned as a true racing car, the customization ability on the Civic Type is very rich, drivers will be able to customize a range of vehicle operations such as steering, suspension, throttle response, or engine. The Honda Civic Type R is also the first model to apply Honda LogR technology, based on the computer system and sensors installed on the vehicle, Honda LogR records actual parameters when the vehicle operates on the racetrack, or on closed roads, including speed data, lap time, and smart scoring function after each race stage. Through this, Honda LogR helps drivers track and improve their driving skills. The data will be fully displayed on the smartphone when customers install and log in to the Honda LogR app. Customers can also share their driving data on their Honda LogR app with other users.
The 6-speed manual transmission with a solid metal gear lever, unpainted metal brushed finish, the actual feel of this gear lever is very good. For most car users, a manual gearbox is a barrier to using the car, but for customers seeking out the Type R, it's completely different, sometimes the MT gearbox is a condition that must be met when they decide to buy the car.In addition, in 2022, the new Honda Civic Type R continues to break the speed record for front-wheel-drive cars at the Suzuka circuit (home to the Japanese Grand Prix Formula 1), which somewhat shows that the Type R is a car born to race rather than provide a sporty driving experience in a family car (as most of the world's cars are doing).
The seats in the second row are a fabric type that feels similar to suede, convenience compared to the 11th Gen Civic is somewhat lacking because there are no armrests, rear air vents, or the convenience of a rear charging port have also been removed.
In contrast to the rear seats, the front seats are truly sporty, sitting deep in the seat, the footrests or shoulder supports are very tight. The red suede seats provide a very good feedback feeling, and above all, the confidence when driving a sports car.In addition to a host of sporty features, the Honda Civic Type R is also equipped with the latest generation of Honda Sensing active safety system. The selling price of the car has not been widely announced yet, but according to the information I inquired, the selling price of the Honda Civic Type R will be around 2.5 billion VND.The sixth-generation Honda Civic Type R is imported from Japan with 5 color options: White (Championship White); Red (Rallye Red); Blue (Racing Blue Pearl); Gray (Sonic Grey Pearl); Black (Crystal Black Pearl) will be officially distributed in Vietnam in limited quantitiesSome other images:
