Used 2021 Honda Civic Type R

Price Range: $37,495

2021 Honda Civic Type R 4dr Hatchback Exterior

Great

8.4

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

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.

55 Owner Reviews

Pros

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

Cons

Con:Overly vigilant forward collision warning system
Con:Overstyled exterior may not be for everyone

Used 2021 Honda Civic Type R Trim Pricing

Chicago, IL

Type R

2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M

Edmunds suggests you pay

$33,833

2021 Honda Civic Type R Review

Overview

Written by automotive expert Mark Takahashi

10/27/2020

Hot hatchbacks have been around since the 1980s, serving as higher-performance versions of their more everyday siblings. The 2021 Honda Civic Type R hatchback is the current apex predator in this very small class. It boasts qualities that would have been sports car material just a decade ago: 306 turbocharged horses, a limited-slip front differential to put the power down, big brakes, and an adaptive suspension that enhances both handling stability and ride comfort. Even more impressive is that you get all of this performance with minimal compromise to practicality.

Alternatives? Its contemporary foe, the Hyundai Veloster N, can't quite match it on power but is just as fun to drive. It also costs less and is subjectively better-looking than the overwrought Type R. Lower on the performance scale is the new turbocharged Mazda 3 and the model that started the segment, the Volkswagen Golf GTI. That means it's a good time to be a fan of hot hatches since competition always brings out the best in these pocket rockets. Interested? Check out our Expert Rating to see our in-depth test on the 2021 Civic Type R.

Which Civic trim does Edmunds recommend?

The Civic Type R in base Touring trim gets our recommendation since it has the same power as the new Limited Edition. That Limited Edition costs another $6,500 and its most notable addition are the tires, which could be bought on their own for about five grand less. The interior is also louder than the Touring model, which could get tiresome in everyday driving.

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2021 Honda Civic models

The 2021 Honda Civic Type R is the high-performance hatchback version of the standard Honda Civic. It is available in the base Touring form and a new Limited Edition that is capped at only 600 examples. Both models are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces (306 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual transmission sends that power to the front wheels.

The base Touring trim is well appointed with feature highlights that include:

20-inch wheels
High-performance summer tires
Rear spoiler
Adaptive suspension dampers
Brembo brakes
Keyless entry and ignition
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Fabric and faux suede seat upholstery
Faux suede-wrapped steering wheel
7-inch infotainment touchscreen
Navigation system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
HondaLink remote monitoring and control
12-speaker audio system
Satellite and HD radio
Advanced safety features that include:

Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane keeping assist (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Automatic high beams

The Civic Type R Limited Edition is only offered in Phoenix Yellow and adds:

Lighter-weight BBS forged alloy wheels
Higher-performing Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires
Reduced sound insulation for lighter weight
Revised steering and suspension tuning

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