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2017 Honda Civic Type R - New Civic Type R Coming to US
2017 Honda Civic Type R - New Civic Type R Coming to US
Despite rumors that it would make 340 horsepower, the Civic Type R comes equipped with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder that produces 306 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Those are the same numbers as the old European-market Civic Type R, so we think it's either the same exact engine, or one that's largely similar.
As we expected, the Type R will be front-wheel-drive only, and the only transmission option is a six-speed manual–just as the hot hatch deities intended. Compared with the previous, European-market Civic Type R, the new one offers automatic rev-matching, a new single-mass flywheel, and a lower final-drive ratio.
At the front, the Type R gets aluminum lower arms and steering knuckles, and a helical limited-slip differential. That diff will have its work cut out for it with 306 horsepower headed to the two front wheels. Stopping force comes from four-piston Brembo brake calipers up front, with single-pistons in the rear.
The Type R also gets adaptive dampers and a modified electric power steering. Additionally, the new Type R is both lighter–mostly thanks to an aluminum hood that saves 15 lbs–and stiffer than the regular Civic Hatchback it's based off.
Pricing for the US hasn't been finalized yet, but expect it to sell in the mid-$30,000 range.