Especificaciones y análisis del Honda Civic
Power
310HP
Torque
400Nm
Consumption
7.3l/100
Emissions
170g/km
0-100 km/h
5.7s
Top Speed
270km/h
Weight
1457kg
Price
34,900€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
4 / 5 doors
498 L
50 L
228 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Honda Civic Type R · 310 CV (2015-2017)
General description
The 2015 Honda Civic Type R wasn't just a car; it was the return of a legend. After years of waiting, Honda unleashed a 310-horsepower beast, for the first time with a VTEC Turbo engine, designed with a single purpose: to offer the purest and most radical driving experience in a front-wheel-drive compact. It is the embodiment of a passion for engineering and speed.
Driving experience
Driving it is an adrenaline explosion. The engine's thrust is brutal and mercilessly pins you to the seat, while the manual gearbox, with its precise, metallic feel, invites you to squeeze every one of the 6 gears. The front limited-slip differential works wonders, allowing for traction and cornering capabilities that defy logic. When you press the '+R' button, the car transforms, the suspension stiffens, and the response becomes instantaneous. It's a machine that demands from you, communicates everything happening under the wheels, and rewards you with a man-machine connection that few modern cars can match.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a declaration of war. There is no subtlety, only functional and aggressive aerodynamics that scream 'performance'. The giant rear wing, widened wheel arches, and quad exhaust outlets are not for show; they are a necessity to keep it glued to the asphalt at 270 km/h. It's a polarizing car—you either love it or hate it, but it's impossible to be indifferent. Its aesthetics are the perfect reflection of its wild and untamable soul.
Technology and features
The crown jewel is its K20C1 engine, the first VTEC Turbo in a Type R, a masterpiece that combines direct injection with Honda's legendary variable valve timing system. But the technology goes further. Its dual-axis strut front suspension was designed to annihilate 'torque steer' (the tendency of the steering wheel to pull during hard acceleration), while adaptive dampers and high-performance Brembo brakes ensure absolute control under any circumstances. The '+R' mode is the brain that coordinates everything for maximum track performance.
Competition
At its launch, it faced titans like the Ford Focus RS, Volkswagen Golf R, and SEAT León Cupra. While some of its competitors offered all-wheel drive or a more versatile daily-driver approach, the Civic Type R positioned itself as the most extreme and driver-focused of the front-wheel-drive group, fighting directly for the throne with the Renault Mégane R.S. in terms of purism and track efficiency.
Conclusion
The 2015 Honda Civic Type R is much more than just a 'hot hatch'. It's a visceral experience, a road-legal race car that prioritizes emotions and effectiveness over comfort or discretion. It represented a triumphant and bold return for the Type R emblem, setting a new standard for what a front-wheel-drive car is capable of and leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of true motoring enthusiasts.