Honda Civic Type R
I've spent way too many hours in this car and I'm not sorry about it. 315 hp, 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 (K20C1), and a chassis that talks to you.
A
Class
FWD
Drivetrain
315 hp
Power
2024
Model Year
1,430 kg
Weight
2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 (K20C1)
Engine
Vehicle Specs
| Spec | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 7.0 | Top end is strong, pulls hard past 150 mph |
| Handling | 8.0 | Settles nicely mid-corner. You can adjust your line with the throttle without drama |
| Acceleration | 7.2 | Loses a bit of steam above 120 mph. For circuit racing it's not an issue, but on long straights you'll notice |
| Launch | 6.8 | Needs a bit of throttle modulation, but once you find the sweet spot it's consistent |
| Braking | 7.8 | Stops shorter than the numbers suggest. The aero package helps more than you'd think |
| Off-Road | 4.0 | This is a tarmac car. Dirt is not its friend and it doesn't pretend otherwise |
| PI (Stock) | 745 | Respectable A class. Punches above its PI in the right hands |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Engine note is intoxicating — one of the best sounding cars in the game
- Weight distribution is near perfect. The car does exactly what you ask of it
- Rarity factor in-game means you'll stand out in online lobbies
- Sounds like motorsport. The audio team earned their paycheck on this one
Cons
- Visibility in cockpit view is not great. A-pillars block your apex view
- Brake fade starts creeping in after 5-6 hard laps. Not catastrophic, but noticeable
- Upgrade costs add up fast. Budget another 200k CR to make it truly competitive
- Feels heavy in transition. Quick direction changes upset the chassis more than they should
Best Tuning Setup
Tires & Rims
CompoundRace
Front Width275 mm
Rear Width305 mm
Rim Size19 in
Drivetrain
Final Drive4.09
DifferentialRace Differential
Suspension
SpringsRace (F: 896.0, R: 905.9)
Ride HeightF: 3.9, R: 4.2
Anti-Roll BarsF: 33.1, R: 37.7
CamberF: -2.7°, R: -2.6°
Aero & Brakes
Front AeroRace splitter
Rear WingForza adjustable wing
Brake Balance45% front
Brake Pressure110%
How to Get It
Autoshow
You can grab this one at the Autoshow for 45,000 CR. Good value considering what you get.
Seasonal
Originally a 25-point seasonal reward. Prices on the Auction House have settled down now, so it's not impossible to find.
Best Events For This Car
| Event Type | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Road Racing | A-Tier | Strong choice. Not quite meta-defining, but you'll podium consistently with it. |
| Street Scene | A-Tier | Strong choice. Not quite meta-defining, but you'll podium consistently with it. |
| Speed Zones | B-Tier | Fine for casual play. If you're grinding rivals leaderboards though, look elsewhere. |
| Speed Traps | B-Tier | Middle of the pack. It'll get the job done, but there are better options in this class. |
| Drift Zones | C-Tier | Can be made to work with a dedicated tune, but honestly why bother when other cars exist. |
| Dirt Racing | C-Tier | Not its natural habitat. Bring it here for fun, not for wins. |