Honda Civic Type R 2009 News

• 2023 FL5 Honda Civic Type R: China CKD model seen, launching soon

  Ahead of its debut in the near future, the 2023 FL5 Honda Civic Type R has been spotted in China. This marks the first time in China’s history to locally assemble (CKD) such an iconic car. According to Autohome, Dongfeng Honda will be responsible for locally-assembling (CKD) the FL5 Type R. in fact, it also marks the first time the Civic Type R is sold officially in the Middle Kingdom, as earlier generation models sold there were brought in by parallel importers. From the set of photos, the Chin

  Eric

  19.12.2022

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• Estimated to start from RM 478k, Thailand officially launches 2023 Honda Civic Type R (FL5) for the first time

  The 2022 Honda Civic Type R (FL5) continues its ASEAN journey after its regional debut in Vietnam, this time launched in Thailand. Prices are not out at point of publication; though estimates point it to be north of THB 3.8 million – roughly equivalent to an eye-watering RM 478k! Fully-imported (CBU) from Japan, the FL5 makes history as its the first time the Civic Type R is officially sold there; much the same with Vietnam which was the first ASEAN country to debut the model. Also read: Priced

  Sanjay

  01.12.2022

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• Honda Type R turns 30 - Here's how the red performance badge became legendary

  The Honda Civic wasn’t the only coveted Honda nameplate to make a big celebration in 2022. The Big H’s performance division, Type R is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. While the red R is currently only available on the Civic which saw the latest generation unveiled last week, the name was used on three other models – the NSX, Integra, and Accord. In fact, the Type R division helped to spark a performance renaissance among regular carmakers. The likes of Toyota, Renault, and even Proto

  CY Foong

  31.07.2022

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• Already looking better than FK8, 2022 Honda Civic Type R blasts Suzuka Circuit

  Sambal with rice and wasabi with sushi are some of the other iconic spicy duos we can name, besides the 2022 Honda Civic Type R and the Suzuka Circuit, of course. Incidentally that's what set the internet on fire today, as the latest to wear the coveted red R badge has been spotted piling on the miles at the racetrack recently. Due to debut in 2022, the upcoming Type R was seen testing alongside the outgoing FK8 Civic Type R. Side-by-side the pair look like the stereotypical Hollywood evil-twin

  Sanjay

  14.12.2021

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• Red Bull and AlphaTauri F1 drivers ride in Honda Civic Type Rs

  While Sir Lewis Hamilton alternates between a high-powered motorcycle and a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen and Sebastian Vettel opts for his trusty bicycle, the drivers from the Red Bull Racing Team (RBR) and the Scuderia AlphaTauri Honda drivers roar up to the paddock in a Honda Civic Type R instead. While the Civic Type R looks comfortably like it has been part of the paddock’s scenery for years, the model only started working as official cars in 2018 for the AlphaTauri drivers and 2019 for the RBR dri

  Jerrica

  16.08.2021

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• Mercedes-AMG A45 S is slower than FK8 Honda Civic Type-R, despite AWD – Why?

  The Mercedes-AMG A45 S set 7:48:8, while FK8 Honda Civic Type R is faster at 7:43:8 Factors such as tyre, car layout, track ambiance play a role Done in 3 to 5 laps max, unlike Honda Nürburgring Nordschleife, affectionately known as "The Ring" or "The Green Hell" has been the epicenter of motor racing, automotive development and as a Mecca for cars enthusiast. Those who dare challenge the 25.95 km racetrack, must agree to face steep elevation changes, unpredictable weather conditions on certain

  Zamil Syaheer

  25.03.2020

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