| THE HONDA CIVIC TYPE-R - DESCRIPTION Taking Ideas Further. With its low front grille, aggressive lines, 18" alloy wheels, flared wheel arches and rear tailgate spoiler, it’s clear that the Type R was born to race. We took the shape of the triangle, the strongest geometric shape as our starting point, to create a revolutionary styling for the Type R.
The result is a distinctive blend of style and strength, performance and power.
Other features that add to the distinctive look of the Type R include wraparound headlights, a body coloured front and rear spoiler with lower side skirts, Type R chrome kick plates and a curved rear window screen.
Performance and Safety
i-VTEC – Intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control. Directly inspired by our success in Formula 1 it has become the Type R’s revolutionary element in delivering a truly breathtaking performance.
At cruising speed, the engine draws enough fuel and air to maintain power. But hit the gas, and the lightweight intake valves open wider, for longer, sucking in more of the fuel/air mixture to give an instant surge of power and that legendary Type R acceleration. This exhilarating switch from high torque cruiser to high revving race engine is controlled electronically, responding instantly to changes in engine speed and load.
But it’s our obsession with extracting the maximum performance from every component, that makes Type R truly unique. Low friction, high compression pistons, hand finished gas ports, a larger diameter exhaust system, lightweight con-rods and a fully balanced crankshaft for smooth running at high rpm makes this one of the most potent naturally aspirated engines ever built. Free revving, ferociously powerful, yet remarkably compliant and refined, it’s the heart, soul and voice of every Type R.
Total Confidence
The upgraded suspension system improves handling and the 18" alloy wheels with low profile tyres improve grip, giving added confidence when cornering. An engine capable of 0-62mph in 6.6 seconds means you will feel the pure, refined power that led to the Type R project leader saying “The Type R is the embodiment of all our efforts. If you cut this car in half you will see our blood.”
Nothing should hold you back when driving the Type R, and to perform to the best of your ability you need complete confidence in the safety capabilities around you. Safety is so important at Honda we built our own test facility at Tochigi, the biggest most advanced, crash test centre in the world. Here, we’ve been able to develop and include essential safety features for Type R including the powerful Type R brake callipers, front, side and curtain airbags, active headrests that move with direction of impact and minimise the risk of whiplash, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) and ISOFix anchorage child seat mountings.
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Civic Type-R 
