They’ll Call You Speed Racer in the 2018 Honda Civic Type R

Aug 2, 2018

The 2018 Honda Civic Type R, with its sleek and sporty hatchback design, does not only look like a race car, but is the most powerful Honda Civic to see the road up to date. Although this car will give you amazing speed, it also provides a comfortable and smooth ride. Here are some of the impressive features of the 2018 Honda Civic Type R.

Excellent Performance

The 2017 Honda Civic Type R drew attention at the legendary Nürburgerring in Germany, when it topped the lap time record for front-wheel-drive vehicles. In the 2018 model, Honda builds on this impressive feat and has very much perfected front-drive performance. The powerful Civic boasts a 2.0-liter VTEC turbocharged and intercooled engine that delivers an impressive 306 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. It also comes with a close-ratio six-speed manual transmission with limited slip differential, providing tight cornering and better control throughout.

This car features an adaptive damper system with three modes. Set in Comfort mode, the Civic will provide a smooth, comfortable drive in which you will feel no bumps. Choose +R mode when you are in a sporty mood, as it will give you a firm ride and precision around corners.

Despite its power and impressive performance, this car boasts an above-average fuel economy for a ride that’s just as affordable as it is powerful.

Race-Car Look

This car is not only fast, but it also looks fast. The sleek exterior of the 2018 Honda Civic Type R strikes the perfect balance between design and track-oriented aerodynamics. It sports 20-inch Alloy wheels and a striking rear wing that not only give it that race-car look, but also add to the excellent performance of this car. A lightweight chassis and all-aluminum hood reduce the weight of the vehicle, making it even more nimble. The specially-tuned, center-exit triple exhaust system also fits in with the race-car look, and while it emits a low roar, it’s not unpleasantly noisy.

The inside of the car is also race ready. The front sport seats are covered in red and black suede-effect fabric, which not only provides comfort, but also keeps you firmly in place during fast driving and around those sharp corners. The leather-wrapped steering wheel provides a firm grip, while the race-inspired sport pedals lend a classy finishing touch.

Technological Features

The Civic Type R combines power and speed with technological comfort and convenience. It features a 7-inch display audio touch screen and 540-watt,12-speaker sound system along with SiriusXM satellite radio. Enjoy the convenience of a satellite-linked navigation system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Qi wireless phone charger. Other state-of-the-art features include HondaLink and a multi-range rearview camera.

If you are looking for an exciting drive which can provide you with that race-car feel on days that you need some speed without sacrificing comfort, the 2018 Honda Civic might just be the car for you. Drop by Clinton Honda and take this beauty for a test drive today.

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