2025 Honda Civic Type R

Is the 2025 Honda Civic Type R a Good Car?

"We find the Type R's acceleration to be a bit underwhelming given its price tag, and we'd like to see Honda add AWD to this package to make it more competitive. But we get that there's an undeniable aura to this car. There's also the resale value category, where you can expect the Honda to be a champ for years to come. We have a slight preference for its Integra Type S twin because the Type R's boy-racer rear wing seems gauche at this price point, but your mileage may vary."—Ranked #4 out of 5 Super Sport Compact Cars

Which 2025 Honda Civic Type R Should I Buy?

MotorDonkey's proprietary vehicle data identifies every significant version of each model so that you can compare and decide. There's only one standalone version of the 2025 Honda Civic Type R, and here it is, along with our expert analysis and recommendations.

2025 Honda Civic Type R (2.0T Manual)

• Base Price: $45,895
• MPG Combined: 24
• Drive Type: Front-wheel drive
• Engine: 2.0-liter inline-4
• Aspiration: Turbocharged
• Transmission: 6-speed manual
• Horsepower: 315 
• Torque: 310 lb⁠-⁠ft
• 0-60: 4.9 sec
• Weight: 3,188 lbs
• Length: 180.9 in

If you want a Type R, there's probably no way we can talk you out of it. Perhaps the best argument against this car is that a garden-variety Mk8 GTI will nip at the Type R's heels for many thousands less, and it boasts the additional advantage of not having a massive rear wing. But if you like the wing then sure, we get it. The Honda should hold its value a lot better, too.