Our Opinion - 2025 Honda Civic Type R Review In 2017, the Honda Civic Type R made its official debut in the United States, a car that had previously been unavailable in the country. It has been a favorite among passionate drivers for a long time because of its great mix of speed and ease of driving. The latest Civic Type R was released in 2023 and has a simpler appearance and less flashy features. We didn’t pay much attention to it because it had a six-speed manual gearbox and a strong turbo four engine with 315 horsepower. It’s a great car for track days with excellent grip, and it can also be used as a daily driver. It meets fans’ desire for a single versatile car at a good price, which is why it made our 2025 10 Best list. It competes against the even more aggressive Toyota GR Corolla, which is aimed directly at the segment’s elder statesman, the VW Golf R. All three cars are close to the worrying price of $50,000, but because adding Type R speed features to a regular Civic can be expensive, the Type R might actually be a good deal. The Honda Civic Type R is one of our top choices in its area and is included in our 2025 Editors’ Choice list. What's New? The Honda Civic Type R will remain the same in 2025, but its price will increase by $800. Pros and Cons Pros Great control. Poised management. Great usefulness for everyday driving. Cons High efficiency is very costly. It meets expectations but doesn’t quite reach the level of what came before. Slowing down to boost involvement. Engine, Transmission, and Performance The Civic Type R has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo engine that’s like the one in the last model. It produces 315 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 310 pound-feet of torque between 2600 and 4000 rpm. This improvement comes from a new turbocharger and a better exhaust system. The Civic Type R also has changes like a bigger radiator and better brake cooling. Honda has raised the engine speed at which the active exhaust valve opens to enhance the sound of the four-cylinder engine. The CTR now has a better six-speed manual gearbox with a lighter clutch and a new system that helps match engine speed. The front-drive-only Honda’s cutting-edge dual-axis strut front suspension efficiently reduces the type of irritating torque steer that can cause the front end to dart when driving quickly. The 2018 Civic Type R may not look as nice as the earlier model, but it still has a noticeable rear wing and other features that help with aerodynamics. It also comes with 19-inch wheels that have high-performance Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires. We also put a 2023 Honda Civic Type R through a 0-to-150-to-0 speed test. It took 52.7 seconds to stop, while the Hyundai Elantra N, its main rival, stopped in 47.0 seconds. Safety The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) have not graded or crash-tested the Civic Type R, although the more refined Honda Civic has earned an IIHS Top Safety Pick. It does offer several standard tools to help drivers. Key safety factors include: Automated emergency brakes and standard forward collision warning. Normal lane-keeping aid and lane departure warning. Adaptive cruise control comes as a basic feature. Internal and External Cargo Capacity The Civic Type R has a simple inside compared to the last generation’s model, but it still has a lot of sporty looks. It has very comfortable and firm front seats, along with red accents and fake carbon-fiber details. Before you touch the metal gear knob, check the room temperature to avoid burning your palm. To prevent reaching the redline between shifts, shift light signs are placed on top of the new digital display. The Civic Type R offers the same passenger and storage room as the basic Civic hatchback, making it a great choice for two reasons. Fuel Economy and Actual MPG The EPA says that the Civic Type R gets 22 miles per gallon in the city and 28 miles per gallon on the highway. When using the eight-speed dual-clutch automatic, the Golf R gets three more miles per gallon on the highway. On our speed test at 75 mph, the Civic Type R achieved 30 mpg, which was better than we expected. Infotainment and Connectivity The Civic Type R’s dashboard features a 9.0-inch tablet that controls Honda’s newest infotainment system. Popular tools like wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a subscription-based Wi-Fi hotspot, and wireless smartphone charging come standard. Range, Charging, and Battery Life On our test track, the Civic Type-R went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and completed a quarter-mile at 106 mph in 13.5 seconds. What’s even more amazing is that it went around our skidpad at 1.02 gs. Price and How to Choose The 2025 Honda Civic Type R starts at $46,690, which is equally competitive with its ability. The CTR is slightly cheaper than the Volkswagen Golf R and the basic version of the Toyota Supra, with only a few upgrades available for its original price. The strongest Civic Type R is a reasonably priced sports car with four doors and a hatchback. Choosing between two seats or four is a matter of personal preference.
