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As soon as the 2023 Honda Civic Type R was launched globally, the response that this car received was unbelievable, and it immediately became widely popular in the car racing segment. In other words, it became a milestone in the history of the Japanese company, which fits perfectly with the company's constant desire to take its sports cars’ performance to a whole new level.
Honda Civic Type R 2023 Features in Saudi Arabia
Among previous models in the Type R segment, the Honda Civic Type R 2023 is now the fastest, as the company worked super hard just to make sure that this car can still be powerful with a front-wheel-drive system. It’s generally known that most FWD cars have a low horsepower, but the automaker was not ready to give up on this issue, and it was able to introduce the new model with a power that surpassed 300 horsepower.
Keep on reading the following article to know more about the features in Saudi Arabia, and how the company was able to achieve these incredible results.
Engine & Performance: Fastest & Strongest in this Segment
Starting from the engine; it’s a VTEC direct injection engine, and it’s fitted with a turbocharger to boost the horsepower and torque. The following table shows the specifications and performance numbers produced by this engine:
| Specifications | Performance Numbers |
| Cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Capacity | 2 liter |
| Power | 315 hp |
| Torque | 420 Nm |
| Maximum Speed | 210 Km/ Hour |
| Drive System | FWD |
| Transmission | 6 speed manual |
| Fuel Consumption Rate | 13.4 Km/ Hour |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 liters |
The engine is not the only component that made the car achieve such results, that’s why the Japanese automaker added a set of other components which enhanced the engine’s performance, regulated the steering and suspension systems, and gave the driver the support needed on the road even if he’s not a professional:
- Rev Match System: if the driver is a beginner, he can activate this feature to let the car press the throttle alone, and thus he will be able to concentrate while exiting the corner without dropping the speed
- Driving Modes: Comfort/ Sport/ Individual/ Track-focused +R
- Responsive transmission while shifting
Exterior Design: Made for High Speeds
The exterior design played an important role in increasing this car’s strength and speed without affecting its stability and balance, as we find that this design includes the following elements:
- Triple exhaust outlets with an Active Exhaust Valve to add on to the car’s mighty character through the produced sound (depending on the selected driving mode)
- 19-inch polished black aluminum wheels
- Aluminum rear spoiler to reduce air resistance
- Rear diffuser to improve airflow under the car when driving at high speeds
On the other hand, the exterior includes a variety of sporty and streamlined elements that are unmistakable:
- Brand’s logo in the color red
- Type R badge
- LED tail lights integrated into the tailgate with the brake lights positioned in the center
- Full LED headlights
- Ventilation opening on the hood
- Red brake calipers
- Sharp side lines that stretch out from the front fenders to the rear fenders
Exterior Colors
Dimensions
- Length: 4,594 mm
- Width: 1,890 mm
- Height: 1,407 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,735 mm
- Ground clearance: 123 mm
- Weight: 1,452 kg
Interior Features: Equipped with All the Essentials for a Thrilling Drive
Moving on to the interior, which also contributed directly in making the driving style a lot smoother and enjoyable. This car made it clear that a superior experience can be guaranteed in a comfortable atmosphere.
Design
This cabin can accommodate 4 passengers on sports bucket seats that can help passengers to maintain their stability at intense turns. The front seats are upholstered in red suede leather and the back seats with black suede leather and red stitching.
We can also see that the red color dominates most of the surfaces, as we can find it on the seat belts, floors, as well as the ambient interior lighting.
Since this car will be offered in a limited number of units, it was necessary to add a special element to show that this version is unique, this why the company added a metal Type R plate that bears the serial number of the car.
As for the components that will help the driver enjoy his trip, they are as follows:
- Aluminum gear shifter knob that provides excellent grip while shifting between gears
- A race like steering wheel that offers a great grip, and it’s upholstered in Alcantara leather with red stitching to match the design of the seats
- Aluminum sports pedals
Comfort
- Dual-zone air conditioning
- Electronic parking brake with brake hold (suitable in heavy traffic)
- 60:40 fold down rear seats to increase cargo space
Technology & Entertainment
The following features were designed to match the precision of the cabin’s design along with the desired performance, and they consist of:
- 9-inch color center screen with some traditional buttons
- 10.2-inch high-resolution information screen installed at a reasonable height to help the driver read the driving information like: driver attention monitor, boost pressure, throttle position, adaptive dampers, and most importantly the final result to determine the driver’s weaknesses on the track
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Bose CenterPoint audio system with 12 speakers
- Qi compatible wireless charging system
- USB ports
Finally, the company provided the owner of this car with “Honda LogR” data logger system, which collects performance data, and then displays it via phone application to help the driver follow up on the improvement of his performance and skills on different types of tracks.
Safety Features: Drive Without Any Barriers
The driving experience inside this model originated from the technology used in racing tracks around the world, and that is why it was developed to provide a dynamic and balanced performance that is nowhere near any risks. The car’s basic structure ACE (designed by automaker) is made of solid materials capable of withstanding any shocks, it also enhances the level of passenger protection.
In order for the car's performance level to remain the same without risking the passengers’ lives, the compnay granted the driver with the following:
- Brembo front brake calipers
- Adaptive Dampers
- Dual axis front suspension
- Multi-link rear suspension
And for the first time, this car is fitted with Honda Sensing systems, which include the following:
- Collision mitigation braking system
- Road departure mitigation system
- Forward collision warning
- Lane keeping assist system
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane departure warning
- 10 airbags (front and side)
- Rear seat occupant and seat belts reminder
- Rear multi view camera
The Price in KSA
The new 2023 model arrived in the Saudi market, and you can apply for a cash purchase or finance here, as the price starts at of 216,200 SAR VAT included.
In addition to Honda Civic Type R 2023, the Saudi markets offer a collection of Honda models that you can check out here, you can also visit the Auto News section and stay updated on the latest news and releases from Korean automaker.
