Wraps Off The New Hot Civic
Author: Lookers
Author: Lookers
Type R model expected in Derby by early spring.
THE hotly-anticipated Honda Civic Type R will go on sale in
March and everything points to it being well worth the wait.
Honda promises that it will be just as exhilarating to drive as
the outgoing Type R while being a more refined super hatchback,
with improved comfort levels.
Integrated styling and handling tuned for enhanced
responsiveness and predictability are among its other
strengths.
The model will be powered by the naturally-aspirated,
high-revving 2.0-litre i-VTEC engine that powers the current
Type R, but the unit has been significantly reworked to improve
responsiveness using a new balancer shaft and drive-by-wire
throttle control.
Maximum power is now 201PS, reached at 8.000rpm (previously
200PS at 7.400rpm) and Honda reports the car is more responsive
generally, while improved aerodynamics ensure it cuts through
the air more cleanly. Slightly lower gearing compensates for a
small increase in kerb weight.
Acceleration figures are expected to be virtually identical to
the 6.6 second 0-62mph time of the outgoing car - and the new
car should match its top speed too, powering on to 146mph.
There's little doubt the model will attract much attention in
the street thanks in part to seven-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels
and a deep front spoiler incorporating a larger air intake.
A body-coloured tailgate rear spoiler follows the kick-up line
from the rear quarter windows in providing added down-force. At
the front, a black honeycomb mesh grille replaces the glass
panel of other Civics.
While more discreet than on the outgoing car, Type R logos
feature throughout.
Firstly, the front brake callipers wear the insignia, and
stainless steel inserts on the door sills also carry the badge.
Inside, it's all about the driving experience. Front seats are
racing-style buckets with large black alcantara bolsters and
red stitching, red fabric seat cushions and backs.
The effective dual-zone, two tier dash, which is common to
other Civic models, also features in the latest Type R, but
with red illuminated dials set off by gun-metal effect switch
panels on either side of the central display. The gearshift
knob with aluminium-finish has a black boot with red stitching.
Expect to see the new model at Lookers Honda in Derby next
March. Prices have yet to be announced.
About The Author: Go to Lookers to view their exclusive range
of http://www.lookers.co.uk/new-car/car.asp,
http://www.lookers.co.uk/ucl/public-search.asp and great
http://www.lookers.co.uk/cars-and-vans/special-offers-selection.asp?random=true.
Also, see a great range of cars at Lookers subsidiaries:
http://www.taggarts.co.uk and
http://www.charleshurstgroup.co.uk/.
THE hotly-anticipated Honda Civic Type R will go on sale in
March and everything points to it being well worth the wait.
Honda promises that it will be just as exhilarating to drive as
the outgoing Type R while being a more refined super hatchback,
with improved comfort levels.
Integrated styling and handling tuned for enhanced
responsiveness and predictability are among its other
strengths.
The model will be powered by the naturally-aspirated,
high-revving 2.0-litre i-VTEC engine that powers the current
Type R, but the unit has been significantly reworked to improve
responsiveness using a new balancer shaft and drive-by-wire
throttle control.
Maximum power is now 201PS, reached at 8.000rpm (previously
200PS at 7.400rpm) and Honda reports the car is more responsive
generally, while improved aerodynamics ensure it cuts through
the air more cleanly. Slightly lower gearing compensates for a
small increase in kerb weight.
Acceleration figures are expected to be virtually identical to
the 6.6 second 0-62mph time of the outgoing car - and the new
car should match its top speed too, powering on to 146mph.
There's little doubt the model will attract much attention in
the street thanks in part to seven-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels
and a deep front spoiler incorporating a larger air intake.
A body-coloured tailgate rear spoiler follows the kick-up line
from the rear quarter windows in providing added down-force. At
the front, a black honeycomb mesh grille replaces the glass
panel of other Civics.
While more discreet than on the outgoing car, Type R logos
feature throughout.
Firstly, the front brake callipers wear the insignia, and
stainless steel inserts on the door sills also carry the badge.
Inside, it's all about the driving experience. Front seats are
racing-style buckets with large black alcantara bolsters and
red stitching, red fabric seat cushions and backs.
The effective dual-zone, two tier dash, which is common to
other Civic models, also features in the latest Type R, but
with red illuminated dials set off by gun-metal effect switch
panels on either side of the central display. The gearshift
knob with aluminium-finish has a black boot with red stitching.
Expect to see the new model at Lookers Honda in Derby next
March. Prices have yet to be announced.
About The Author: Go to Lookers to view their exclusive range
of http://www.lookers.co.uk/new-car/car.asp,
http://www.lookers.co.uk/ucl/public-search.asp and great
http://www.lookers.co.uk/cars-and-vans/special-offers-selection.asp?random=true.
Also, see a great range of cars at Lookers subsidiaries:
http://www.taggarts.co.uk and
http://www.charleshurstgroup.co.uk/.
