This Is the Last Civic Type R You’ll Ever See In Europe
Honda will discontinue the Civic Type R in Europe after 2026, introducing a limited 'Ultimate Edition' with only 40 units available. This special version features a Championship White exterior with red accents, a black roof, and a carbon-fiber wing spoiler. Inside, it boasts a carbon-finish center console and enhanced interior lighting. The model is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged engine producing 324.5 bhp and can accelerate to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds. Its production has spanned nearly three decades, marking a significant automotive legacy.
Honda Civic Type R Ultimate Edition
Honda has announced that its Civic Type R will no longer be sold in Europe after 2026. As part of the model’s phase-out, the company has released a limited 'Ultimate Edition' version. This edition includes only 40 units for the European market and is based on the current generation Civic Type R.
Honda Ends Civic Type R Limited Edition Details
Each 'Ultimate Edition' unit is painted in Championship White with red decals on the bonnet and sides. Other exterior features include a black roof, carbon-fibre wing spoiler and garnish on the door sills. Inside, the car includes a carbon-finish centre console and extra lighting for several interior elements, including the cup holder, footwell and under-seat areas. The front doors project the Type R logo when opened.
Buyers will also receive a box containing a numbered plaque, a carbon key ring, floor mats and a vehicle cover. These additions are limited to this final batch of 40 units.
Honda Civic Type R Ultimate Edition
Honda Civic Type R: Performance and Engine Specifications
The Honda Civic Type R is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged petrol engine that puts out 324.5 bhp and 420 Nm of torque paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 5.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 275 kmph.
Honda Civic Type R Ultimate Edition
Honda Civic Type R: Chassis, Brakes and Safety
The Civic Type R has a kerb weight of 1,429 kg and features a front and rear track of 1,625 mm and 1,623 mm, respectively. It does not support towing and is designed as a performance hatchback. In terms of safety it gets multiple airbags, ABS, lane-keeping assist, collision mitigation systems and vehicle stability assist.
Honda Civic Type R Ultimate Edition: Interior
Honda Civic Type R: Interior and Technology Features
On the Inside, Civic Type R can features a 10.2-inch multi-information display, dual-zone climate control and electrically folding mirrors. Other features include adaptive cruise control, rear-view camera and electrically adjustable front passenger seat.
Honda Civic Type R: Motorsport History and Circuit Records
The Civic Type R has been in production since 1997 and has been sold over six generations. It has achieved lap records for front-wheel-drive production cars at various circuits including Nürburgring (Germany), Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium) and Suzuka (Japan). The model has also been used in touring car championships such as WTCC and WTCR.
Honda Civic Type R: End of Production
European sales for the Civic Type R are scheduled to conclude by 2026. Honda’s decision to release the ‘Ultimate Edition’ marks the conclusion of the car’s presence in the region after nearly three decades of production.
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