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Type R
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD
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$51,990â€
Type R
Overview
The 2018 Honda Civic Type R is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 1st April 2018. The Honda Civic is regarded as a small car built in Great Britain with prices starting at $51,990 before on-road costs.
This Honda Civic is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 228 kW of power (at 6500 rpm) and 400 Nm of torque (at 2500 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Honda claims the Civic Type R uses 8.8L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 200g of CO2. It has a 47L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 534km per full tank
The Honda Civic measures 1421mm (55.9 inches) in height, 4557mm (179.4 inches) in length, 1877mm (73.9 inches) in width with a 2700mm (106.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1433kg (3159.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The Civic Type R comes standard with 245/30 R20 front tyres and 245/30 R20 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 60 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
78.08 - 159.11 kW/t
58.2 kW/t
159.11 kW/t
Boot Space
330 - 519 litres
308 litres
657 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6 - 8.8 L/100km
3.4 L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
534 - 783 km
534 km
1,265 km
Price
$22,390 - $51,990
$19,990
$51,990
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 - 9 years
2 years
6 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
800 kg
800 kg
1,300 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
132 - 134 mm
123 mm
163 mm
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Dimensions
4,557 mm
1,877 mm
1,421 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,557 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,877 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,780 mm |
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Explore Honda Civic Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 7.0
Front Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 200
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 86.0
Engine (cc): 1996
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 85.9
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 12.4
Main Capacity (L): 47
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 10.3
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Rim Mounted Sensor: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 534
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 332
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 32
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 27
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 33
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 8.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 11.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 24
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 20
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.8
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 310
Maximum Power (kW): 228
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Mechanical
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
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: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 90
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 90
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: GSP
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 14.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 414
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11780
Front Track (in): 63.0
Front Track (mm): 1599
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.2
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 132
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.6
Overall Height (in): 55.9
Overall Height (mm): 1421
Overall Length (in): 179.4
Overall Length (mm): 4557
Overall Width (in): 73.9
Overall Width (mm): 1877
Rear Track (in): 62.7
Rear Track (mm): 1593
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 41.2
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12560
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2700
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.3
Front Headroom (mm): 998
Rear Headroom (in): 37.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 951
Front Hip Room (in): 53.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1364
Rear Hip Room (in): 48.8
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1240
Front Leg Room (in): 42.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1074
Rear Leg Room (in): 35.9
Rear Leg Room (mm): 913
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.9
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1446
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1398
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Blue
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
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1433
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3159
Tare Weight (kg): 1405
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Carbon Fibre Look
Gear Selector: Alloy
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Manufacturer Name: Lanewatch
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Automatic Locking: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
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