Used 2018 Honda Civic Type-R for sale 

The 2018 Honda Civic Type-R is a stand-alone car in the Civic lineup, therefore, no multiple variants to this one. Also, it is pointless to take the basic version of the car into consideration as the basic version is pure utility and obviously not this fun. The 2018 Honda Civic Type-R is being offered at a price of $34,700. For this price, the car has a really great ride quality for an enthusiast. It is basically a car that is good for a meeting, daily commuting, or racing. Here are the key features that are available with the Type-R:

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Since there are no other variants to this car, you have no option while choosing the Honda Civic Type R. This is the sole model in the entire Honda Civic Type R lineup. The car offers immense performance for its price. The FWD car is one of the sportiest hot catch on the market. 

The 2018 Honda Civic Type-R gets a newly improved powertrain that provides improved overall performance. The car thrills you while the exhaust note isn't something you might like. Although, it won't be a complaint in case of longer rides. Also, the car exhibits the best manual gearbox with 6-speed manual transmission system. The Civic is powered by the new-gen 2.0L turbocharged inline-4, which produces a massive 306 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

The turbocharger makes it easy to access the power from lower RPMs, which lets it launch effortlessly. Let's bid farewell to the older VTEC engine that came with the earlier versions of the car. Although the new turbocharged 2.0L inline-four makes a power of about 306 hp at 6500 rpm, the torque generated by the engine is also great with 295 ft-lbs at just 2,500 rpm in the Type R.

The Honda Civic Type-R is the most powerful hatchback in this comparison, while it is followed closely by the 2018 Volkswagen Golf R with a power output of 292 hp. The 2018 Mini Clubman JCW is the least powerful in this comparison, while the Ford Focus ST sits in middle with a maximum power output of 252 hp.

Acceleration

Besides the fact that Volkswagen Golf R has a better engine in comparison, the Honda Civic Type R is better than everyone in terms of acceleration. The engine is capable of doing an acceleration that gets you 0-60 MPH in just 5 seconds. The 2018 Honda Civic Type R can touch an electronically limited top speed of 170 MPH, which is the highest in this comparison.

Talking about the quarter-mile distance covered by the car, it can make you travel the distance in just 13.7 secs, although getting beaten by the Volkswagen Golf R, which does it just in 10.8 secs. This may look bad in the sheets, but the engaging acceleration is a treat in reality with linearity, although, you are losing to the Golf R in a drag race.

Braking

The 2018 Honda Civic Type-R is a fast car, and the braking needs to be as efficient as the acceleration and speed of the car. The car really rises and shines in comparison to its competition as its braking capabilities are much better than what the competition offers. The car can come to a halt from 60 MPH in just 99 ft.

The curb weight is the least, which in comparison might make an impact. The front of the car is equipped with 13.8 inches front brakes while the rear is equipped with 12 inches. Overall, all we can say is that you won't be disappointed by such a refined hatchback.

While the 2018 Honda Civic Type-R houses one of the biggest brakes in compression, the Volkswagen Golf R is not far behind in terms of brake size. Yet, the Golf R takes 9 feet more than the Civic Type-R to come to a standstill from 60 MPH. The Mini Clubman JCW performs better than the Golf R with its smaller brake size. 

Riding and Handling

The gearbox may be new but the riding and handling are just great with the car both on the streets and the highways. Take it to the race track and you will feel the cornering capabilities this hatchback has at higher speeds. The suspension has been planted low on the car that gives it lower ground clearance and thus better handling due to lower body roll. 

The steering feels great in sports mode while becomes nimble in comfort mode. However, being a FWD car, the Honda Civic Type-R can understeer quite a bit when the traction control is off. However, the car feels so planted at corners, it almost feels to be a full-fledged sports car. The larger rear wing does intrude into the rearview, but the visual flair is something that you can't miss. 

The turbocharged engine housed inside the 2018 Honda Civic Type-R is comparatively fuel-efficient than naturally aspirated motors. The 2.0L motor provides immense performance without compromising on fuel economy. The Honda Civic Type R offers a mileage of 22 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway. Thus we get a combined mileage of 25 mpg from the Civic Type-R.

The only car that gives a better mileage in comparison is the Ford Focus ST, which is slightly better than the car on a highway. The car though not meant to impress in this department does a stable job in comparison. Therefore, here we don't have a winner but a tie between the Type R and the Ford Focus ST in this segment.

The interior design of the 2018 Honda Civic Type-R is flashy and attractive. It has the best and the most comfortable seats that you can get in a race car. The front row may not be that impressive in terms of the space it provides, but the rear has the most legroom among its competitors. Also, the seats provide great cushioning to the rider and give active stable support to the rider itself. It is really easy to enter the Civic Type-R without any effort. 

The sports bucket seats in the 2018 Honda Civic Type R provide ample comfort for long-distance riding. It is also not too soft and provides a sporty driving posture. The seats also have pronounced bolstering, which keeps you in place while you gun through corners.  

The Volkswagen Golf R gets to the top with the well well laid out with perfect fit and finishes. The Cabin of the Civic, however, looks sportier than the rest of the competition. The Mini Clubman has a better headroom at the front. All the vehicles in comparison can accommodate up to 5 passengers, while the Civic Type-R can carry only 4. Here is a list of the interior features that are available with the 2018 Honda Civic Type R:

• Heated sport seats
• Sports steering wheel
• Unique interior color
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Four-way power passenger seat
• Heated rear seats

 Infotainment System

The 2018 Honda Civic Type R is a performance car, and to be honest some things have been taken for granted inside the cabin. For instance the infotainment system. It doesn't even come with a knob to control the volume. Although, the infotainment has some standard features like Navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto so it doesn't take a fall on its head.

The infotainment system isn't exactly user-friendly, but it has one additional feature added to it, the Qi Wireless charger in the center. It has got a 7 inches touchscreen that can be controlled by gestures. Also, there's a 540-watt speaker along with SiriusXM. Below are some of the standard features that come with the car:

• Android Auto
• Apple CarPlay
• Bluetooth Phone
• Bluetooth Audio
• Navigation Points of Interest
• Real-Time Traffic
• USB
• Voice Command

Cargo volume

The 2018 Honda Civic Type-R is not really a winner in terms of cargo space, although the space provided with the car is not bad at all. It accommodates a little more in comparison to its rivals. The cargo space of 46.2 cu,ft with the rear seats folded offers a decent space for traveling with your luggage from one place to another.

The rear seats of the Civic can be folded down to open up more cargo room. This helps you to squeeze in a few more soft bags for your fun road trips. The 2018 Volkswagen Golf R has the largest boot and offers a massive 52.7 cu,ft of storage space. The Focus ST is the least practical with its narrow boot. The Mini Cooper Clubman JCW with its wagon-like stands offers a practical boot with wide-opening rear doors. 

The exterior design of the Honda Civic Type-R has been roasted on the internet for the kind of taste it gets with itself. Although, we feel it is up to your preference or choice whether you like it or not. From the front scoops to the rear vortex to the fin, the hyper-stylized Honda Civic Type R is something we found is a treat to watch. Although, all the exteriors vent and the over-styling on the car do serve a purpose. At higher speeds, they give stability, which is something that you might expect at least from a race car.

The Honda Civic Type-R is the sportiest looking Honda ever. The hot hatch rear is cleaned by the large spoiler. The pronounced skirting and aerodynamics make it stand out from the crowd. The Golf R blends in with the car world where the Civic Type-R stands out. The sharp bodywork shouts ‘Racing’ to signify its name. 

The Honda Civic Type-R is the lightest in this comparison at 3117 pounds, while the Mini Clubman JCW is the heaviest at 3450 pounds. Only the Mini has an eccentric design when we compare it with the Type-R, while the Volkswagen Golf R and Ford Focus ST have a more civil appearance. Here is a list of the exterior feature that is available with the 2018 Honda Civic Type-R:

• 20-inch wheels
• LED headlights
• Automatic wipers
• High-performance tires
• Massive rear wing
• Adaptive dampers

The 2018 Honda Civic Type-R has loads of safety features considering that it is a performance car. It is equipped enough to give a safe ride to both the driver and occupants. The Type R has not been crash-tested by the NHTSA while the IIHS has rated it as a good contender in terms of safety. Although the Civic Type R in its 2018 iteration scores poor ratings on headlights. Few major safety features include-

• Adaptive cruise control
• ABS and driveline traction control
• Dual-stage driver and passenger seat-mounted side airbags
• Automated emergency braking 

Honda Civic Type R VS Volkswagen Golf R

The Civic Type R looks quite close to a Volkswagen Golf R. The car is quite fun to drive with its powerful engine and great handling. The Volkswagen Golf R shines in its comfort mode with a little bit stiffer steering, and the suspension is also kept at ease for patchy roads. It is a great car for someone who wants a daily utility vehicle with looks that speaks the same. The car has great features and is truly performance-driven. Although, is it a better drive in comparison to the Honda Civic Type R? Well, the answer would be a no.

Honda Civic Type R VS Ford Focus ST

The Ford Focus ST looks gorgeous and flavorful after the facelift. Talking about the interior of the car, well, they are quite decent as compared to the Civic Type-R. You get a new infotainment system but the rest of the things remain the same. The good thing though is that it has a decent space to accommodate passengers. It also comes with an all-wheel-drive configuration that improves its driving capabilities.

Honda Civic Type R VS Mini Clubman John Cooper Works

The Mini Clubman John Cooper Works is an all-wheel-drive hatchback and delivers great performance with better control on the road. This is by far the closest competitor to the Type R and kind of beats it at places. It can be said that both the cars have been hyper-stylized but can be left to your taste. The Mini is a tad bit expensive but beats the Honda with better performance. It provides great handling and equally engaging driveability.

The Honda Civic Type R looks like a fanboy car who has grown up playing with fake models of race cars. It is a car that comes in every guy's dream and it is definitely not for someone who isn't willing to accelerate it every once in a while. The immense power is amplified by its flaming looks, which gives the Type-R its crown in the segment.