315 HP of FWD Fury! We Drive the Insane New Civic Type R

[@BrianMakse]

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[@alengreen589]

I think that this Car is the best Compact FWD 6 Speed Manual Transm. Performance Track Car of the World, thanks for the Review 😀

[@BrianMakse]

Couldn't agree more!

[@1anre]

It's right up there with the Integra Type S. Hard to make a choice right now

[@alengreen589]

@@1anre yes

[@paulm6481]

I 100% agree, best front wheel drive performance car everything considered. Really a blast.

[@billlyle8539]

Brian! I've been waiting for your review of this car and your take doesn't disappoint! Previously you recommended the GR86 to me over the MX-5 but my heart is actually set on this Type R. I can comfortably haul my wife and two young daughters in this. The elephant in the room is the Integra Type S... a bit more money but I'm not totally sold on it... thoughts?

[@BrianMakse]

Thanks, pal. Yes, it's a fantastic choice if you need the space...and space it has. I need some seat time with the Integra, but I think I'll end up favouring the Type R. We'll see!

[@paulm6481]

What a great car. What a great review. I don’t get tired of listening to your feedback and great driving skills. I like rev matching lol, I am lazy. Fake exhaust noise they need to get rid of that feature. This car will demand strong money years down the road. Definitely a keeper.

[@BrianMakse]

Glad you enjoyed it, Paul. Excellent car.

[@scalefreakgaming]

What's your take on this Type R vs the previous gen? Are you going to be able to get your hands on the Acura Type S?

[@BrianMakse]

Better in every way! I'm sure I'll see the Type S soon...

[@1anre]

​@@BrianMakseLeggat Acura has a few. You can check there

[@ak2112]

I read a 24 Ecoboost Mustang review and the as tested price was $44k. First thing I thought was that the civic type r price now feels reasonable.

[@BrianMakse]

This is the better buy dollar for dollar but I think it still suffers from severe ADMitis.

[@FurkanCemTurfanda]

The lack of a handbrake in this is a no go for me.

[@1anre]

​@FurkanCemTurfanda you want to take the handbrake to a market or what do you want to use it for?

[@FurkanCemTurfanda]

@1anre I want a handbrake for handbrake turns, especially in a fwd vehicle. Also, a handbrake can save you butt when things go sideways.

[@reddhole3422]

Do you prefer a Supra (manual or auto) or the Type R for spirited driving on backroads?

[@BrianMakse]

Hit the Super Thanks and we'll have a 'this or that' discussion!

[@VitoC.]

Impressive. Great review.

[@BrianMakse]

Thanks Vito!

[@boots_n_coots]

I got mine in Badboy Black. And choosing was easy; it was the only one they had 😅

[@BrianMakse]

Ha!

[@fredsanke4070]

Very mean sedan...very excellent gateaway car ...

[@pokerfred68]

Imagine if they offered a DCT like in the Elantra N. Would prob be even quicker.

[@BrianMakse]

It would be and while I appreciate that Hyundai gives you the option, a dual clutch would open the Type R up to far too many 🤡 🤡 🤡.

[@93455Driver]

I think due to styling and that ELS audio, I would go for the Integra Type S.....but the local deal has a $12k mark up.....$64k, unreal.

[@BrianMakse]

Well, let’s see about that. The dynamics of the A Spec are less than ideal.

[@93455Driver]

@@BrianMakse I think the Type R will handle better than the Type S, maybe they went for more comfort in the Type S.....but in the scheme of FWDs hope both will be winners.

[@BrianMakse]

That’s what they did with the A Spec and it’s a dynamic disappointment relative to the Civic Si.

[@93455Driver]

@@BrianMakse Ah, understood! Hope you get to test an Integra Type S and see if they got it right or wrong this time.

[@1anre]

Brian, didn't know the A-spec was that flawed in its driving feedback compared to my Si. Always just thought they were cut from the same cloth, and it was simply just an anesthetics diffetence between the 2 cars only. I've been seeing many more videos on the Integra Type S, and it's starting to just grow a little on me compared to the front fascia of the Type R.

[@1anre]

Interesting to know you're based out of Canada too. You should've organized a meet & greet with subscribers by now

[@BrianMakse]

It's an idea. For three years, though, Canadians were afraid to breathe the air, so that wasn't going to happen.

[@wardellward]

The color is off da chain

[@BrianMakse]

Classic!

[@wardellward]

@@BrianMakse yes sir

[@bcvijasiu]

I am thinking of replacing my IS500 with this 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@BrianMakse]

That’s an interesting move.

[@bcvijasiu]

@@BrianMakse you are telling me. I am in a huge dilemma. A great manual or a great V8 experience.

[@alengreen589]

It´s weird that this Car has in Europe 329 PS = 325 HP, 5 more HP as the new Integra Type S.

[@BrianMakse]

I suspect they all get exactly the same engine calibration 😉

[@alengreen589]

@@BrianMakse could be right ?

[@rapture7551]

Is this whp or to the Crank?

[@BrianMakse]

Crank.

[@rapture7551]

@@BrianMakse Thank you.

[@AP-lw6of]

any rev hang?

[@BrianMakse]

Of course, but it’s not egregious especially when you drive it properly.

[@FurkanCemTurfanda]

It needs a handbrake!

[@BrianMakse]

For what?