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Type R
2L, 6-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD
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$41,990â€
Type R
Overview
The 2009 Honda Civic Type R is a front-wheel drive, 3-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Honda Civic is regarded as a small car built in Great Britain with prices starting at $41,990 before on-road costs.
This Honda Civic is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 148 kW of power (at 7800 rpm) and 193 Nm of torque (at 5600 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Honda claims the Civic Type R uses 9.3L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 215g of CO2. It has a 50L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 538km per full tank
The Honda Civic measures 1445mm (56.9 inches) in height, 4285mm (168.7 inches) in length, 1785mm (70.3 inches) in width with a 2635mm (103.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1345kg (2965.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The Civic Type R comes standard with 225/40 R18 front tyres and 225/40 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
69.67 - 110.04 kW/t
60.37 kW/t
142.34 kW/t
Boot Space
360 - 485 litres
268 litres
510 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.6 - 9.3 L/100km
3.9 L/100km
10.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
538 - 1,087 km
538 km
1,333 km
Price
$22,990 - $41,990
$18,990
$53,500
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 - 9 years
2 years
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,631 - 1,800 kg
1,631 kg
1,890 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
450 - 1,400 kg
450 kg
1,570 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
106 - 116 mm
102 mm
160 mm
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Dimensions
4,285 mm
1,785 mm
1,445 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,285 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,785 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,635 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,300 mm |
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Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 215
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 86
Engine (cc): 1998
Compression Ratio: 11
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: K20a2
Engine (L): 2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 86
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 25
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 33
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 13
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 18
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.3
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 235
Maximum Speed (mph): 146
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 201
Maximum Power (kW): 148
Maximum Torque (Nm): 193
Measurement Standard: SAE
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5600
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Type: Electric
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: GCP
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (cu ft): 47.7
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (L): 1352
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 485
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12300
Front Track (in): 59.3
Front Track (mm): 1505
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.2
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 106
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 40.4
Overall Height (in): 56.9
Overall Height (mm): 1445
Overall Length (in): 168.7
Overall Length (mm): 4285
Overall Width (in): 70.3
Overall Width (mm): 1785
Rear Track (in): 60.2
Rear Track (mm): 1530
Wheelbase (in): 103.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2635
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1006
Rear Headroom (in): 37.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 956
Front Hip Room (in): 53.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1364
Rear Hip Room (in): 49.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1267
Front Leg Room (in): 42.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 1077
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.1
Rear Leg Room (mm): 865
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.6
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1387
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1338
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1345
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2965
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Type: net
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Mechanical
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Titanium Look
Doors: Titanium Look
Gear Selector: Alloy
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant: 4
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Suede
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 4
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Fixed
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
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