Especificaciones y análisis del Honda Civic
Power
140HP
Torque
174Nm
Consumption
6.6l/100
Emissions
156g/km
0-100 km/h
8.9s
Top Speed
205km/h
Weight
1196kg
Price
21,000€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 3 doors
485 L
50 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Honda Civic Type S 1.8 · 140 CV (2007-2008)
General description
The 2007 Honda Civic Type S was not just a car; it was a statement of intent from the future. In an era of conservative designs, Honda dared to launch a compact with a spaceship-like aesthetic that promised strong emotions and a unique connection with the driver, positioning itself as the sporty and accessible precursor to the legendary Type R.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is to rediscover the pleasure of driving. The 140-horsepower 1.8 VTEC engine is a gem that begs to be taken to high revs, where its sound and thrust become addictive. The six-speed manual gearbox has a mechanical and precise feel that makes you a participant in the drive. Its chassis, firmer than the five-door model's, inspires confidence and agility in every corner, achieving a wonderful balance between the sportiness to enjoy a mountain road and the comfort for daily use.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is, even today, its most defining and emotional feature. The three-door body sharpens a wedge-shaped silhouette that seems to cut through the wind. Details like the hidden door handles, the dual triangular exhaust integrated into the bumper, and the controversial split rear window give it an overwhelming personality. The interior is equally spectacular, with a futuristic driving position and a two-level digital instrument cluster that envelops you like the cockpit of a fighter jet.
Technology and features
The technology of the Civic Type S was focused on the driving experience. Its greatest feat was the i-VTEC engine, a variable valve timing system that offered brilliant response and contained consumption. The 'Dual Link' digital dashboard was an innovation that separated vital information, like speed, on an upper level so you wouldn't take your eyes off the road. Although it lacks modern multimedia screens, its focus on ergonomics and driver information was avant-garde.
Competition
In the competitive segment of compacts with sporty aspirations, the Civic Type S competed against European heavyweights. Cars like the Volkswagen Golf GT, the SEAT León FR, the Opel Astra GTC, or the Alfa Romeo 147 were its main adversaries. However, none managed to combine a groundbreaking design, legendary mechanical reliability, and the unique character of a naturally aspirated Japanese engine in such a bold way.
Conclusion
The Honda Civic Type S is a car you buy with your heart. It is an ode to a way of understanding the automobile that prioritized sensations and bold design. It represents a unique opportunity to own a future classic, a reliable, practical vehicle, and above all, one capable of bringing a smile to your face on every journey. It's a car that doesn't age, but becomes a legend.