Honda Adds New Type R to Civic Lineup

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Honda Adds New Type R to Civic Lineup

TOKYO, Japan - March 29, 2007– Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced the release of the all-new Civic Type R, a pure sports edition of the Civic with further enhanced driving performance. The new Civic Type R will go on sale throughout Japan on Friday, March 30.



This new Civic Type R was developed to make the driver feel at one with the car for the ultimate driving experience in all driving conditions, including on circuits.

The all-new Civic Type R comes equipped with a specially tuned 2.0-liter normally aspirated engine matched to a 6-speed manual transmission. A lighter, more rigid body shell, specially tuned suspension, 18-inch tires and large 17-inch front disc brakes contribute to the Civic Type R’s ability to push the performance envelope. Newly developed aerodynamic devices further enhance high-speed performance while giving the wide and low form a more aggressive look. Front bucket seats, a unique instrument panel and other performance accessories contribute to an easier and more responsive drive.

Type R models are specially tuned to take full advantage of the potential of the base model and provide a racing car-like driving feel. First offered on the NSX in 1992, the Type R range was extended to the Integra in 1995, and the Civic in 1997. This latest all-new Civic Type R is the distillation of 15 years of technological progress and the latest expression of Honda’s “Challenging Spirit.”

Key Features of the Civic Type R

< Exterior Design >

• The exterior employs a pure sports one-motion form design with aerodynamically advanced surface treatment and sharp edges. Newly developed aerodynamic devices include a large air intake in the front bumper and grille, a rear bumper with built-in rear diffuser, a high-mount rear spoiler, and extended side sill garnishes, giving the car an aggressive overall appearance.
• Specifically designed engine hood and front fenders.
• Specially designed shiny black chromed front grille bar, headlight sub-reflector and Civic emblem design.
• Type R red Honda emblem front and rear.

< Interior Design >

• The overall black color scheme gives the interior cockpit a racing car-like appearance, bringing the driver closer at one with the car.
• The front bucket seats are specially designed for Type R. Separate center/side construction with high side bolsters and optimized cushion rates help hold the body in place, helping the driver concentrate on driving.
• The multiplex i-VTEC engine revolution indicator alerts the driver that engine speed is approaching maximum allowed revolutions. Self-illuminated, lit with red-colored flashing lights and is strategically located for minimum eye movement in circuit and other high speed driving conditions.
• Other performance-oriented features include a small-diameter, genuine leather oval steering wheel, an aluminum ball-type shift knob, a short stroke sports shift linkage, metal sports-type pedals and footrest, and a separate, button-type engine starter.

< Engine >

• A higher compression ratio and improved breathing efficiency help the naturally-aspirated K20A 2.0-liter i-VTEC engine output a maximum of 165kW (225PS) at 8,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 215Nm (21.9kgm) at 6,100 rpm.
• NSX production methods contribute to smoother port surfacing, improving intake/exhaust airflow.
• Drive-By-Wire (DBW) provides for finer tuning of throttle response and power output.
• Optimum tuning of intake and exhaust manifolds provides for high output at high engine speed while also improving torque characteristics over a broad engine speed range.

< Transmission >

• A close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission is matched to the Type R engine.
• Optimized gear ratios offer superior accelerations at high speeds, providing exhilarating performance.
• New features include a highly rigid aluminum transmission case while the addition of a baffle plate helps mitigate oil starvation at high cornering speeds.
• A short stroke shift linkage contributes to a sporty shifting feel.

< Highly Rigid Yet Lightweight Body/Chassis >

• The highly rigid Civic body and its advanced layout serves as the basis for an even more highly rigid, yet lightweight Type R body. Measures to enhance body rigidity while reducing weight have translated into a body that is 50% more rigid than in the Integra Type R production model sold between 2001 and 2006.
• Specially tuned suspension, high performance 18-inch tires, a torque-sensitive helical limited slip differential, large disc brakes for improved fade resistance and other performance-enhancing features contribute to higher cornering performance and stability for an exciting, racecar-like driving experience.
• The specially tuned suspension boasts revised spring and damping rates, and thicker stabilizer bars for improved vehicle stability.
• 225/40R18-sized high-performance Bridgestone Potenza RE070 tires.
• 17-inch disk brake with Brembo 4-pot aluminum front calipers.
• Specially-tuned ABS/EBD system.
• Special lightweight 18-inch aluminum wheels are matched to black wheel nuts.

< Safety Performance >

• Honda’s original G-CON (G-force Control) technology is incorporated to create a body with a crash safety performance that is among the best in the world, withstanding a 55km/h full-frontal collision, a 64km/h front offset collision, a 55km/h side collision, and a 50km/h rear collision.
• The vehicle’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering body provides a high level of self-protection and also improves compatibility toward other vehicles.
• The vehicle is also designed to help mitigate pedestrian injury in the event of a collision thanks to the use of impact-absorbing structures.
• The front seats are equipped with 3-point, load-limiting ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor) seatbelts with E-pretensioners.
• Front-seat occupants are further protected by standard driver/front passenger i-SRS air bags.
• ISO FIX compatible child seat anchoring bars and tether belt anchor plates are standard on the rear seats.

< Environmental Performance >

• The Civic Type R complies with the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport emissions regulations for 2005.
• PVC and Cr6+ use have been eliminated from interior and exterior components and wherever possible throughout the vehicle to achieve over 90% recyclability. 1

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dizzammmnnnnn

[Nomar06]

Dare I say repost? Honda Adds New Type R to Civic Lineup

Plus the Mugen Type-R was brought out too. Mugen Civic Type R

[KillaKen28]

The new civic type looks real good, there is a video on streetfire.net thats shows off the type R in motion and a litte commentary.

[trickyazn]

=( no sunroof.

[webby]

Originally Posted by Nomar06

Dare I say repost? Honda Adds New Type R to Civic Lineup

Plus the Mugen Type-R was brought out too. Mugen Civic Type R

ugh - the first link did have part of the press release. I searched on other text from the press release... ahh well.
This has all of the info from the press release now listed on the home page.

[Andrei'sCivic]

-Any one else catch this??

- "17-inch disk brake with Brembo 4-pot aluminum front calipers." -

17" disc brakes???!! No way!!! How can a 17" disc fit with a 18" wheel? No clearance for the calipers... Let alone I don't believe that a Civic would be given such large brakes. If that was correct I would sell the new Si front brakes that I just got and buy these on the spot!

[Sirbelch]

how come we always get the sh@# end of the stick? That car is Ba Dass. Damn you Honda for not loving us Americans. We are your biggest market, yet you give us the slowest equipment. F ing Bastards. I guarantee honda would see 5000 of those a year easy. Why does the world hate us when it comes to perfromance cars?

[Ruthless909]

[Chase]

Originally Posted by Sirbelch

how come we always get the sh@# end of the stick? That car is Ba Dass. Damn you Honda for not loving us Americans. We are your biggest market, yet you give us the slowest equipment. F ing Bastards. I guarantee honda would see 5000 of those a year easy. Why does the world hate us when it comes to perfromance cars?

I know it has a lot to do with Emissions compliance and what not...

[peenoySI]

****.. and i thought we had it good this time

[CHALO]

Here is a video:

http://videos.streetfire.net/video/7...00003c5d11.htm

Salu2

[junkimchi]

1. did i just see like a vtec meter in that video? its like a boost gauge cept... vtec?

2. could this mean cheaper jdm parts for us sedan owners?

3. only one color? championship white i'm guessing


I bet that white guy felt pretty awkward being stared by by like 10 japanese men scrutinizing everything he says heh. watch around 26:32 hahahaha

[ProspeedCTR]

Here is a link to Honda's Official Website for more pictures http://www.honda.co.jp/CIVICTYPE-R/tasteof/pr/

[Vince]

• Drive-By-Wire (DBW) provides for finer tuning of throttle response and power output.

...not unless its gone through a major revision in which case I'd say retrofit / update the 06/07 Si!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[[IVI]]

Originally Posted by junkimchi

1. did i just see like a vtec meter in that video? its like a boost gauge cept... vtec?

• The multiplex i-VTEC engine revolution indicator alerts the driver that engine speed is approaching maximum allowed revolutions. Self-illuminated, lit with red-colored flashing lights and is strategically located for minimum eye movement in circuit and other high speed driving conditions.

[Bombero]

It could lose that ugly rear wing.......... (IMO)

But I like the rest of the car.

[jdrumstik]

uggh that video was clearly shot in WideSreen and then streached to full. I just can't wath it!

I like the wing, and I love the headlights and tails. I like the FA5 but, I have never been a huge fan of the lights.

[PR8thgen<ivi>]

I was not able to download the pics I dont know what is wrong, I think is because the pics are in flash or something, anyways I wanted to show the side front pic which shows the difference in the front fenders, this type-r's front fenders are more wider, definitely more agresive than our sedans, dam JP, send us some of this! I think Honda is thinking about it, maybe with the limit production (about 500 coming to US) Mugen Si sedan they want to see if alot of people are willing to pay about $30,000 for a civic in the US. If the mugen Si sedan is a hit, I think they will bring it.

[Clover LF King]

OK, I need the brakes, the rims, and the "tach up top" coolant on the bottom thing! Pronto!