Honda Civic Type-R (2017-2021) review
Test scoreShow Context
- Medium
- Used only
- Petrol/Diesel/Mild hybrid
For successive generations the Honda Civic Type-R has won fans thanks to a visceral driving experience that doesn’t come at the expense of daily usability or practicality. But can this 2017-2021 version, which is the largest and most expensive Type-R yet, still deliver on the excitement of its forbears? Find out in our full Honda Civic Type-R review.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What’s it great at?
- What’s it like to drive?
- How reliable is it?
- How comfortable and spacious is it?
- How economical is it to run?
- How safe is it?
- Is there anything I should look out for?
- Should I buy it?
Last checked by Which?
December 2021
First reviewed by Which?
April 2020
Released
July 2017
Technical specifications
General
- ClassMedium
- Luxury
- Convertible
- On sale date2017-07-01
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