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2020 Honda Civic Type R Review

byTravis Langness^{Reviews Editor
Travis Langness has worked in the automotive industry since 2011. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career.}

Pros

Excellent performance from turbocharged engine
Ride quality expertly balances comfort and athleticism
Many standard advanced technology and safety features
Roomy cabin with high-quality materials

Cons

Overly vigilant forward collision warning system is frustrating
Overstyled exterior may not be for everyone

What's new

No significant changes for Civic sedan
Updated front and rear styling for hatchback and Civic Si
Civic Si gets slightly different cabin trim and revised transmission gearing
Improved suspension and more powerful brakes for the Civic Type R
Part of the 10th Civic generation introduced for 2016

The 2020 Honda Civic Type R is the high-performance version of Honda's small hatchback. Much of its appeal comes from attributes that all Civics share, such as a spacious interior and a wealth of high-tech features, most of which come standard. On top of this, Honda gives the Type R a more powerful engine and a variety of other enhancements to improve the car's handling and braking. The 2020 Type R is impressively fast and fun for its class, which includes rivals such as the Hyundai Veloster N and Volkswagen Golf R.

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict^{The Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.}

8.4 /10

The Type R name might conjure up romantic visions of racy stripped-out hatchbacks, but Honda hasn't built one of those. Instead, the new Type R is friendly, flexible and practical while managing to push the performance envelope of a front-wheel-drive car. Its combination of four usable seats, a sizable trunk and agreeable ride quality makes it a highly desirable daily driver for a small, enthusiast-minded family.

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Performance

9.0/10

How does the Civic drive? Acceleration numbers appear modest and, indeed, the Type R can get dusted by lead-footed drivers of EVs or modestly powered SUVs around town. But it's too easy to get caught up in numbers, and doing so misses the point.

The steering remains excellent in terms of feedback and effort, and the brake pedal has minimal slop, reacting intuitively to pressure. The handling is what far costlier sport sedans should aspire to be. Predictable clutch take-up combined with a responsive gas pedal makes this manual transmission easy to get off the line even when you're on a hill. Impressive performance, wonderful feel and a friendly demeanor are the hallmarks of this car, and nothing in this class does it better.

Comfort

8.5/10

How comfortable is the Civic? The day-in and day-out comfort makes the Type R a genuine proposition for a daily driver. The seats are hugely supportive without constricting access or limiting comfort, and the ride keeps up with nearly every surface. You'll notice bumps and road imperfections, and you'll hear the sound of the tires on pavement, but the small penalties paid here are livable.

Where the engine in last year's Type R was too quiet, the 2020's is more prominent thanks to artificial enhancement that changes with drive modes. It's a welcome improvement. The sole downside is that some might find the climate control setup irritating or lacking, especially with regard to rear passengers.

Interior

8.5/10

How’s the interior? The Type R has a comfortable interior with fantastic driver ergonomics. Everything you might like in a standard Civic is here, along with a few things you might not, but it's familiar either way. The layout is largely intuitive, thanks to welcome physical controls and a straightforward center touchscreen. The bucket-style front seats don't impede access like other seats in this style, and once you're settled, the manual adjustments help everything fall into place.

In interior space, it mirrors the Civic hatchback, with generous room for a compact car. Outward visibility is strong in all directions as well, even out back where the massive wing sits outside of the view of the large rear window.

Technology

8.0/10

How’s the tech? The center screen's graphics can look a bit dated, though good support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay means you only have to use it when you don't have a cell signal and need navigation. The addition of a volume knob and other physical controls makes operation easy, as does the inclusion of your phone's voice controls when you have it plugged in.

Standard Honda Sensing adds forward collision mitigation, lane departure technology and adaptive cruise control. Though we experienced a few false positives on our drive that caused a warning to chime, we were impressed by how seamlessly the adaptive cruise control worked with the manual transmission and auto rev-matching.

Storage

8.5/10

How’s the storage? The Type R betrays none of its humble Civic roots when it comes to being practical, save for the rear middle seat that's missing. The cargo area is wide, tall and easily accessible. The rear seats flip down flat, allowing for plenty of large cargo. Rear-seat storage options are adequate, but the front seats have multiple clever solutions.

We love the deep and configurable center console just as much as the split-level front storage area, which allows for bulker items underneath and phone up top, complete with a pass-through for hiding wires. Like the standard Civic, the Type R has ingenious interior storage that tops the class.

Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA rating of 25 mpg combined (22 city/28 highway) puts the Type R right in line with other powerful four-cylinder cars at this price. During our 115-mile evaluation loop in a 2019 model, we saw nearly 26 mpg. Shorter gearing and the temptation to tap into 306 horsepower will likely prevent most drivers from reaching 30 mpg.

Value

7.5/10

Is the Civic a good value? Asking over $38K for a compact hatchback might seem like a bit of a stretch, but the Type R makes a strong case with class-topping performance and driving excitement. On top of those attributes, the Type R comes standard with advanced driver aids, an accommodating interior, and hassle-free phone integration.

Fuel economy-wise, it's stronger than key competition from Subaru and similar to other high-performance turbo four-cylinder engine offerings from American and German automakers. Warranty and ownership perks are about average.

Wildcard

9.0/10

It's unfortunate that some people might decide not to buy a Type R without driving one due to the polarizing nature of its styling. If you can see past the outward Type A personality — or plan on adjusting some of the offending bodywork on your own — you'll be rewarded with owning one of the most capable and enjoyable FWD cars ever sold in the U.S.

Beyond the driving experience, the Type R always feels special thanks to interior touches such as the classic red upholstery and a special plaque boasting the serial number. The sum of the Type R's attributes makes for a memorable time behind the wheel, whether you're on your favorite back road, a freeway interchange, or simply commuting in stop-and-go traffic.

Which Civic does Edmunds recommend?

If you're going with the Type R, there isn't much to choose from aside from color. We're partial to Boost Blue Pearl or Championship White.

2020 Honda Civic models

The 2020 Honda Civic is offered in several trim levels depending on body style: LX, Sport, EX, EX-L, Touring, Sport Touring and two high-performance trims, Si and Type R. The Type R is available only as a hatchback. Highlight features for the Type R include:

Turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (306 horsepower, 295 lb-ft of torque)
Six-speed manual transmission with automatic rev matching and limited-slip differential
20-inch wheels with high-performance tires
Dual-zone automatic climate control
A 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
12-speaker sound system
Upgraded brakes, suspension with adaptive dampers
Honda Sensing suite of advanced driver safety aids that can monitor and warn you about other vehicles in your blind spots as well as alert you about an imminent front collision and can automatically apply the brakes if you don't react in time.

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Eddie Brooklyn,04/14/2020

Type R 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Only real drivers need apply, a true driver’s car. This car will put a smile on your face and an electrifying feeling thru your body when you get behind the wheel it is that good!!!

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Safety

Our experts like the Civic models:

Collision Mitigation Braking System: Applies the brakes automatically to avoid or minimize a collision.
Lane Keeping Assist System: Adjusts the vehicle's direction automatically to help keep it from drifting out of its lane.
Adaptive Cruise Control: Adjusts the vehicle speed to maintain a constant distance from the car in front.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover5 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover9.5%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Side Impact Test
Good
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good
IIHS Small Overlap Front Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test
Good

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Used 2020 Honda Civic Type R Overview

The Used 2020 Honda Civic Type R is offered in the following styles: Type R 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M). The Used 2020 Honda Civic Type R comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed manual. The Used 2020 Honda Civic Type R comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.

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