10.13.2009

Honda Civic Type R New

Driving pleasure and performance, but also practicality - the synonym for this combination is tempting: Honda Civic Type R. around the differing demands of Type R future customers more effectively, the athletic form of the first Civic in various equipment options.

Honda Civic Type R
In addition to the corresponding previous model, the new version can Honda Civic Type R and fully equipped, and ordered to be radically reduced. With the enhanced offer Honda contributes to the individual wishes of the Honda Civic Type R-customer accounts and wants, the success of the first Type R is not only repeat, but also still exceeded. First, the new Honda Civic Type R to the international audience at the Paris Motor Show presented, the sale will start in spring 2007.

Honda Civic Type R New
Due to the excellent performance, levels of its predecessor model Honda saw no need to change the engine power increase. The new Honda Civic Type R is therefore also with a 2.0 l DOHC i-VTEC aspirated with almost identical performance.

Honda Civic Type R
It was refined in detail and the response by a new wave of compensation, and "drive-by-wire" throttle control. The maximum power of 201 hp at 8,000 is now U/min-1 achieved (so far: 200 hp at 7,400 U/min-1).

Honda Civic Type R New
Despite slightly fewer empty weight and the rigid body, the performance data with those of the previous model (6.6 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h, maximum speed of 235 km / h) almost identical.

Honda Civic Type R Concept

Honda Civic Type R
Because of better aerodynamics, the air resistance and reduced a modified gearbox translation offset slightly in the empty weight. The combination of Honda's intelligent variable valve timing with i-VTEC variable intake camshaft control VTC.

Honda Civic Type R Interior

Honda Civic Type R New
The body of the new Civics also forms the basis for the Type S and Type R models. As with the Type S is the track width of the rear axle by 20 mm wide, yet sportier configuration of the shock and compensatory bushings and springs remain, however, the Honda Civic Type R reserved.

Honda Civic Type R
Tires - the dimension 225/40 Z R18 provide additional liability, while reducing ground clearance by 15 mm to the stability of the car. It was also the focus of the body by the central location of the fuel tanks below the soil of the passenger compartment lowered. A streamlined, and a more direct steering transmission ratio sports provide a response.

Honda Civic Type R
The new Civic has one of the most stable bodies in the C-segment. Those of Honda Civic Type R were further optimized, and play an important role in the particularly strong driving dynamics.

Honda Civic Type R Engine

Honda Civic Type R Engine
The results are much better driving characteristics compared to the previous model, and the values of driving dynamics and stability are among the best in this class. At the same time, the shock absorbers vote in the new Honda Civic Type R a more comfortable ride.

The vicious design makes the new Honda Civic Type R unmistakable. The aerodynamics are harmoniously integrated and underline - together with low ground clearance, the standard 18 "seven-spoke alloy wheels, front spoiler with larger air intake and fog lamps, and triangular shaped exhaust as end pieces - the performance. At the rear there is an unmistakable, in vehicle color painted spoilers. More subtly held detection features are Type-R logo on the front calipers, and the traditional red "H" on the honeycomb grille.

Entry strips of stainless steel, sport bucket seats in black with red Alcantara and held red seats and back parts can be no doubt that this vehicle for pure driving enjoyment has been developed. Of the other Civic models is the Honda Civic Type R dual-link cockpit illuminated by red specially designed instruments and controls. Its exclusivity proves the Honda Civic Type R also by a front of the shifter attached metal plaque engraved with a serial number of the vehicle.

First, the Honda Civic Type R in a version with all the extras. For upscale features include head airbags, cruise control, fog lights, rain sensor and a two-zone automatic climate control. A modern navigation system with voice control and dynamic route guidance (TMC) is optional.

To the philosophy of the Honda Civic Type R into account, it is also a "light" version. By waiving components such as audio system, luggage compartment cover, underbody protection for the engine and parts of the sound-insulation materials, the vehicle weight by 40 kg reduced. The Honda Civic Type R is for the FIA Group N and A are allowed.

Honda will build on the Geneva Motor Show the Honda Civic Type R show - albeit only as a concept car. After the five-brother, but almost identical concept to production vehicle, is the first view is certainly very close to the series.

The already known 200 horsepower 2.0 litre i-VTEC engine from its predecessor, will also discuss the future Honda Civic Type R drive.

Also in Geneva earlier this year will be the new, specially developed for Europe Legend. Its 3.5-liter V6 VTEC with 24 valves makes 295 hp at 6000 rpm and 353 Nm at 5000 rpm. Standard on board is the so-called Super Handling all-wheel drive (SH-AWD) by Honda, the perfectly with the vehicle stability programme VSA harmony.

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