Type R FWD
What the Type R adds over the LX
| Spec | LX | Type R |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 281.9 mm | 350.5 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 259.1 mm | 304.8 mm |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 14.8 cu-ft | 24.5 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2877 lbs | 3188 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2877 lbs | 3188 lbs |
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Fuel injection system | Multi-Point | direct injection |
| Horsepower | 158 hp | 315 hp |
| Torque | 138 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | In-Line 4-Cylinder | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger |
| MPG (city) | 31 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 35 mpg | 24 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 40 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Overall height | 55.7 in | 55.4 in |
| Overall length | 184 in | 180.9 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in | 74.4 in |
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Steering type | Variable Ratio Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion | Dual-Pinion Variable-Ratio Electric Power Steering |
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut | Dual-Axis MacPherson Strut |
| Tire size | 215/55R16 93H | 265/30ZR19 93Y |
| Final drive ratio | 3.9 | 3.8 |
| Transmission type | cvt | manual |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.1 ft | 39.9 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 19 in |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10.2-Inch Digital Instrument Cluster, 2.5-Amp USB Charging Port - Front Console (1 Port), 4-Mode Drive System (Comfort/Sport/Individual/+R), 6-Speed Manual Transmission (6MT) with Rev-Match Control, 60/40 Split Fold-Down Rear Seatback, 9-Inch Color Touch-Screen with Volume Knob, Customizable Feature Settings and Smart Shortcuts, Active Sound Control (ASC), Adaptive Damper System, Aluminum Hood, Aluminum Shift Knob, Blind Spot Information System (BSI), Bose Premium Sound System with 12 Speakers, including Subwoofer, Brembo® 4-Piston Aluminum Front Brake Calipers, Center Console with Storage Compartment, Center-Mounted, Triple Outlet Exhaust with Active Exhaust Valve, Cross Traffic Monitor, Direct Injection, Drive-by-Wire Throttle System, Driver's and Front Passenger's Illuminated Vanity Mirrors, Dual-Axis MacPherson Strut Front Suspension, Dual-Pinion, Variable-Ratio Electric Power Steering (EPS), Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control System, Exclusively-Designed, High-Bolstered Sport Seats with Red/Black Suede-Effect Fabric and Double Red Stitching, Gloss Black Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna, Gloss Black Side Sills, Gloss Black Wing Spoiler, Gloss Black, Heated, Power Side Mirrors with Integrated LED Turn Indicators, Gloss Black, Heated, Power Side Mirrors with Integrated LED Turn Indicators, HD Radio™, Helical Limited-Slip Differential, Honda LogR® Datalogger System, Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition and Honda RealTime Traffic, Integrated LED Shift Light Indicator, LED Brake and Taillights, LED Pocket Light, Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel, Lightweight Single-Mass Flywheel, Maximum-Performance Summer Tires - Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 265/30/ZR19 93Y, Rear Window Wiper/Washer, Red Honda "H" Badges (front/rear)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 350.5 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electric |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 24.5 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 99 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | HondaLink |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in |
| Overall height | 55.4 in |
| Overall length | 180.9 in |
| Overall width | 74.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.7 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1996 cc |
| Fuel injection system | direct injection |
| Engine type (full description) | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 315 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 22 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 24 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 28 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.4 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.3 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.1 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.3 in |
| Third-row legroom | 37.4 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 4 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 56 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Dual-Pinion Variable-Ratio Electric Power Steering |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 39.9 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Dual-Axis MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Tire size | 265/30ZR19 93Y |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.8 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | manual |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3188 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3188 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 9.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety30 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Driver's and Front Passenger's Advanced Front Airbags (SRS)
- Driver's and Front Passenger's Front Side Airbags
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
- Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor
- Driver Attention Monitor
- 3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
- Auto High-Beam Headlights
- Blind Spot Information System (BSI)
- Brake Assist
- Child-Proof Rear Door Locks
- Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
- Cross Traffic Monitor
- Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer
- Driver's and Front Passenger's Knee Airbags (SRS)
- Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold
- Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
- Front and Rear 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System
- Hill Start Assist
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
- Seat-Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions
- Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
- Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Infotainment20 std · 0 opt
- Wi-Fi® Hotspot Capability
- 10.2-Inch Digital Instrument Cluster
- 2.5-Amp USB Charging Port - Front Console (1 Port)
- 2.5-Amp USB Smartphone/Audio Interface - Front Console (1 Port)
- 9-Inch Color Touch-Screen with Volume Knob, Customizable Feature Settings and Smart Shortcuts
- Active Sound Control (ASC)
- Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
- Bluetooth® Streaming Audio
- Bose Premium Sound System with 12 Speakers, including Subwoofer
- HD Radio™
- Honda LogR® Datalogger System
- Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition and Honda RealTime Traffic
- HondaLink®
- Radio Data System (RDS)
- SMS Text Message Function
- SiriusXM®
- Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC)
- Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility
- Wireless Phone Charger
Convenience9 std · 0 opt
- Push Button Start
- 12-Volt Power Outlet - Front Console
- Cruise Control
- Headlights-On Reminder
- One-Touch Turn Indicators
- Power Door Locks
- Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Windows
- Remote Trunk Release
- Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock®
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control System
- Rear-Seat Heater Ducts
Seating4 std · 0 opt
- 60/40 Split Fold-Down Rear Seatback
- Adjustable Front Seat-Belt Anchors
- Exclusively-Designed, High-Bolstered Sport Seats with Red/Black Suede-Effect Fabric and Double Red Stitching
- Seating Capacity 4
Interior17 std · 0 opt
- Aluminum Shift Knob
- Beverage Holders
- Cargo Area Light
- Center Console with Storage Compartment
- Door-Pocket Storage Bins (front/rear)
- Driver's and Front Passenger's Illuminated Window and Door Lock Controls
- Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls
- Integrated LED Shift Light Indicator
- LED Pocket Light
- Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Map Lights
- Sliding Sunvisors
- Sport Pedals
- Type R Serial Number Plate
- Driver's and Front Passenger's Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
- Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
- Floor Mats
Exterior19 std · 0 opt
- Aluminum Hood
- Body-Colored Door Handles
- Center-Mounted, Triple Outlet Exhaust with Active Exhaust Valve
- Gloss Black Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna
- Gloss Black Side Sills
- Gloss Black Wing Spoiler
- Gloss Black, Heated, Power Side Mirrors with Integrated LED Turn Indicators
- LED Brake and Taillights
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
- LED Headlights with Auto-On/Off
- Maximum-Performance Summer Tires - Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 265/30/ZR19 93Y
- Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door
- Rear Window Wiper/Washer
- Red Honda "H" Badges (front/rear)
- Security System with Remote Entry and Hatch Release
- Tire Repair Kit (TRK) with 24-Hour Assistance
- Type R badges (front/rear)
- Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
- Rear-Window Defroster with Timer
Powertrain7 std · 0 opt
- 4-Mode Drive System (Comfort/Sport/Individual/+R)
- 6-Speed Manual Transmission (6MT) with Rev-Match Control
- Direct Injection
- Drive-by-Wire Throttle System
- Helical Limited-Slip Differential
- Lightweight Single-Mass Flywheel
- Water-Cooled Oil Cooler
Chassis5 std · 0 opt
- Adaptive Damper System
- Brembo® 4-Piston Aluminum Front Brake Calipers
- Dual-Axis MacPherson Strut Front Suspension
- Dual-Pinion, Variable-Ratio Electric Power Steering (EPS)
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension
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Common questions about the Type R
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2024 Honda Civic Type R add over the LX?
Against the LX, 55 features become standard that the LX does not and 25 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.