Is the 2023 Honda Civic Type R a new performance car WORTH the PRICE?

FIRST DRIVE: The Civic Type R is here and Honda has made some big changes for 2023. This hot hatch competes with the Toyota GR Corolla, Hyundai Elantra N, VW GTI, VW Golf R and VW Jetta GLI. Under the hood is now 315HP & mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. On the outside the only thing shared with a standard Civic hatchback are the front doors, roof, and rear hatch. On the inside there is the return of red carpet, performance seats and new digital gauge cluster. Is the 2023 Honda Civic Type R a new performance car WORTH the PRICE?
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[@RaitisRides]

GOOD MORNING! There is no better way than to start your day with some ON THROTTLE! Let me know your honest opinion about the new Type R in the comments section! Thanks for being super supportive!

[@Beaumoi]

We love you!

[@RaitisRides]

@@Beaumoi thank you for being so supportive!

[@seymorefact4333]

🇺🇸Sears....I miss Sears tools. COROLLA GR Morizo is the ONE! The S looks more mature.

[@Lifeneverlost]

You are the best!

[@RaitisRides]

@@seymorefact4333 nice to have your favorites!

[@anthonyj7311]

".. if life was that simple to get a extra 3 1/2 inches in anything..." 😄 Good one bro

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share a few laughs with you!

[@Dis2good]

Had me laughing too 🤣

[@Soul_Flow_]

Do you need extra? I need to get rid of some, too big

[@slowgoat6089]

Thats why we love Ratti 🤣🤣🤣

[@Freddy_Confetti]

@@Soul_Flow_ you’re civic is too wide?

[@stevehuk902]

Man on that track you could tell car 3 was holding you back big time. I admire your etiquette. Must have been tough not to pass.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right Steve!

[@livingon2wheels]

I agree! Love Ratti! He is a sales guy, always promoting, but he's very down to earth. Like you have a buddy that has access to new and cool cars...

[@jcwh1]

Sure was; their driving line needs work. Could easily tell he wanted to gas through some of those turns 😂 He’s on 265s after all.

[@roger3958]

Yes agree. Had to be rough having mr pokey in front of u.

[@dalegiancaspro6863]

Was going to say the exact same thing.

[@mattmekhaeil]

Honda always delivers when making a performance cars and the type r doesn't disappoint. They're kings of FWD vehicles

[@RaitisRides]

You hit the nail on the head Matt!

[@NvSrAgE679]

@@VidNibs still looks good though. And I like the interior.

[@Spiritcr1jsher]

@@VidNibs even slower if you plan to drive it on the street with normal tires. Enjoy spinning the front wheels and buying tires every 8k miles.

[@jcwh1]

They only disappoint when it’s a v6 fwd cause why would not want a v6 to be rear wheel..

[@_R0N1N]

Thank you for bringing us along for the ride! What a beautiful day too!

[@dogepoge]

I loved your emotion Joe at the end on the track. You can tell this car has a special place in your heart and ours. Thank you 🙏

[@bobbybooshay5854]

You're such a legend. I can't believe you're on almost a million subs. You've put in the work and the consistency is unmatched. 🙏

[@brisevans8976]

Your analogies are always so funny hahaha had me dead at the pizza size rotor 😂

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the laughs and the cars with you!

[@chrismacchiarella1921]

Thanks Joe and Lori for all you do. What a beautiful machine. Amazing

[@mariowhyte2816]

I'm just gonna go right ahead and ask you to load this CTR onto that expedited Massachusetts bound transporter please and thank you very much!!! As a repeat Civic owner this checks all the boxes for me and I am ready for a Type R...This Type R in my driveway!!! Amaaaaaaaaaazing review Joe and Lori and Steven!!! Truly appreciate the detail you guys put into covering every single car!!!

[@RaitisRides]

You better have a big garage Mario! You are getting as bad as me.

[@paulv5233]

Hi great Vlog as a retired Master Motor Mechanic mostly Euro cars and everything thing else but I’ve been Major Honda Fan/Convert. Myself and also my wife drive Honda’s for reliability and also resale valve. I got my order in for this car it’s looks and sounds amazing for the money leaves everything else in the water. Thanks to you and Ms Lara for the great footage your both one of my favourite car Vloggers on KZbin. Keep up the great work Cheers Irish Paul ( live in Australia/Thailand )

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow that is really interesting! Thanks for being so supportive.

[@Omil7750]

Great review Joe. Very well done, love this new model liftback, looks so cool. Also Lori camera work is amazing sharp and beautiful, you guys are legends when it comes to cars reviews. Congrats !!

[@sfloodphoto]

So glad they put a proper limiter at red line instead of the hard fuel cut from the 10th Gen. That has to be my one of my bigger performance complaints of my 10th gen Type R on the OEM tune. Great review you two! Can't wait to see one in real life so I can make my final judgments. Seems like they did a lot to help with the heat under the hood. Curious to see how it holds up on the track with higher ambient temperatures.

[@RaitisRides]

Excellent points Steven! Thanks for sharing your great ownership comparison. It will be interesting to see how it all pans out.

[@gorgonismztruth1551]

Elantra N is a faaaaar better value especially with its DCT auto trans ..

[@sfloodphoto]

@@gorgonismztruth1551 That it very well may be but man I would be lying if I didn’t say it’s hard to look at. I’ve been in a few of them and I definitely see the value it’s a shame we never got the i30N in the states that may have won me over when I shopping around and ended up with the 2019 Civic Type R.

[@gorgonismztruth1551]

@@sfloodphoto I like the look actually but definitely in a dark blue or black only...... but this civic design is the most beautiful ever indeed

[@01hafkee]

Worth its MSRP but not what Honduh dealers are going to gouge people to own one.

[@OriginAlan]

I really like how this civic has all of these sporty parts that not only look cool but are also functional, especially the Type Raiti's Rides badge!

[@lpete531]

Last gen price was lower, but my dealership had three at 52k, now all three had some upgrades, each were sold within two weeks. What a beautiful car Joe, awesome review 👍🏽

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it you Carl!

[@curiosityredpill7030]

I bet those upgrades wasn’t 52k worth

[@RaitisRides]

@@curiosityredpill7030 Never is

[@Acdetomaso]

😮

[@Nope93111]

You’d have to be really stupid to buy a civic for 52. Those poor people.

[@mystictk4149]

That type R looks amazing Joe. Honda did an awesome job making sure they put out a good product. Those rims are probably my favorite thing about it, I love the black on black with the red brake pad.

[@RaitisRides]

It looks amazing!

[@mystictk4149]

@@RaitisRides It does and I can’t wait to see you take it on the track, I’m at the hood part right now.

[@RaitisRides]

@@mystictk4149 thanks for watching the whole video!

[@mystictk4149]

@@RaitisRides You’re welcome and I literally always do for every single video :)

[@RaitisRides]

@@mystictk4149 it means the world

[@timfritz7367]

You can tell Joe was in his element on the track… laser focus and he meant the business. Definitely held back by the driver in front of him. Great review!

[@gorgonismztruth1551]

Elantra N is a faaaaar better value especially with its DCT auto trans ..

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man for letting me share the ON THROTTLE action with you!

[@RaitisRides]

@@gorgonismztruth1551 I feel like you have said this already.

[@gorgonismztruth1551]

@@RaitisRides Yup and here it is again.. "Elantra N is a faaaaar better value especially with its DCT auto trans .." .. I know the Type R has more hype and respect and Honda is a better brand but the Elantra N is still a better car

[@jvvaldivia7831]

@@gorgonismztruth1551 No way you actually believe that lol

[@BuyFromNeil-CoreysCars]

Excellent video! Thanks for sharing!! Definitely a must have in my collection one day!

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way that you think!

[@deundreward7057]

The sound of this civic type r is absolutely awesome! Love it!!

[@Eben-Victorious]

So great presentation, thanks! A real passion for sports cars, it's nice to see. Many thanks to your cameraman! 😉😅

[@NeverFadeAway2077]

That’s what I waiting for!!! Thank you so much Joe!❤

[@CYBRCDZEN]

Thanks for the great review and Lori for her camera work

[@mlee6136]

Keep up the great work Honda, very nice video. The car looks pretty fly in the corners. Car no3 was on the brakes too often.

[@nightrider2k6]

Lori we thank you for all that you do!

[@jorgeirizarry5971]

People need to go see this car in person. It's just stunning. I'm not a fan at all of the red seats but I don't even mind that. I just bought the 2022 Honda Accord 2.0t and I love it, so I know the engine on this car won't disappoint a single soul. I still prefer the 3.5 engine on my older Accord but this 2.0t engine gets the job done in a very impressive way. Every car enthusiast should agree that this new type R is an amazing car.

[@Typicalobserver]

Thank you Joe, I was waiting for this.

[@RaitisRides]

I hope you really enjoy it!

[@st4xor]

Like a kid on a playground--i love it. Great review, love that this car exists, hopefully it will be attainable some day 👍

[@LS2DNA]

I love this car , thank you so much for the awesome review!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome. Thanks for your support!

[@DR-UTAH]

FINALLY I have been waiting for a Honda Type R review and drive.

[@RaitisRides]

Trust me it is worth the wait!

[@MarionsFans]

I might get this car man!!! i'll wait till this summer but thanks for the great review per usual Raiti's Rides

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome Edgar!

[@elvissantiago5115]

Mr Rattis haven't seen you glow like that in a while Fantastic job as always in California beautiful roads there wow ridiculous car the type R is back baby can't wait for you to Full Throttle here in Florida.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share it with you Elvis!

[@bgrant48234]

Yeah, Lori always does a good job. He's a lucky man and has a great job. I'm a Twinkie fan too. The "twisty bends" and the "on throttle" is where it's at. I also can't forget about the functional front ends of these cars and trucks.😕🙂🤓🤠😎😏👍✌️👋👏💪🌾🍀🌿🍃🇺🇸

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

This will be my first vehicle! Nice job Joe.

[@tomdrummy4984]

I’m 6’3 1/2 “ and I would like to lose 3.5 inches …..so I don’t bang my head on stuff. Great looking car ! Looks like the official car of Raiti’s rides R. Awesome review ! 👍

[@RaitisRides]

You are awesome Tom! I love reading your comments!

[@markremington8000]

Same with me. I'm interested to see how the headroom is.

[@RaitisRides]

@@markremington8000 it’s quite impressive

[@Azkeroth]

I would happy take your 3.5 inches 😁

[@markremington8000]

@@Azkeroth I assume your talking about my height, otherwise I'd be in the negatives

[@dominickirkwood]

I love it Joe and Lori and keep up the great work real true and I love the video real true 👍💯💯💯💯

[@anthonytstewart]

JOE ~ on track - on throttle - on Honda, good seeing ya have fun. tony

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the fund with you!

[@edgarcrispin9798]

Heard anything on the integra Type s ? Thanks for bringing the best Content Joe !

[@RaitisRides]

They are working on it and it is coming. So stay tuned!

[@MrBklewis77]

Great review Joe as always! Question. I see you bouncing around a lot on the common road. How would you compare the jarring ride to the Zl1 1le's?

[@RaitisRides]

It’s actually not as bad, plus just put the suspension in sport mode and problem solved

[@SonyEnthusiast]

Wow, looking forward to seeing this beast in person!

[@RaitisRides]

It really has a such a good look!

[@dalegiancaspro6863]

Looking a retirement ride, 2007 Vett, 2018 Challenger SRT, Grand Cherokee SRT. Now all of sudden, this Type R is on my radar. Another great review!

[@RaitisRides]

That is really cool Dale!

[@dalegiancaspro6863]

@@RaitisRides do you think a buyer could get closer to MRSP if ordered from the factory?

[@FL50ssp]

2007 Vette for $60K? Just get C7 Grand Sport with a few miles and call it done. CTR is not even close performance wise and GS is a much better car with better materials and chassis.. everything really.

[@iam4usee]

Manufacturers are making great affordable performance sports cars. Your last few reviews on these cars just brings a smile to my face. I feel like we're all slowly coming back to having fun on the roads, while making great looking cars. As always, great review Joe and Lori!

[@winstonwinston3487]

Affordable? I guess 70 k is the new benchmark

[@iam4usee]

@@winstonwinston3487 Not just for a car...for a performance sports car. For a performance sports car, I think so. We're not talking about a Hyundai Elantra, here.

[@lilripsta911]

how the tf is this affordable ?

[@andrewvalle3251]

Lol what a dumb comment I rather get a car that's actually worth 70k

[@winstonwinston3487]

@@lilripsta911 well if you are the CEO of Disney , or you have no kids and have 4 jobs, than this car is affordable

[@andypacmanperez]

You were getting it Joe! I would love to drive with you one of these days. Are you excited for this motor enclave facility coming to Tampa?

[@funkyfurballs1078]

Being the last car was a bummer! I wanted to see you show off your skills! Great car!

[@thecake6635]

I love how grown up the CTR looks!

[@RaitisRides]

Honda did such a great job with it!

[@2bunphettered788]

Best looking Honda (including Acura) in production today! 👌 Probably the most reliable daily driver/track car as well.👍

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@adamjackson7888]

I need an in-depth review of the new Prius! Love your videos!

[@RaitisRides]

Stay tuned tomorrow night?

[@alengreen589]

I´m glad that you like it Joe 😀

[@antoinelee-thomas9536]

The new Civic Type R has definitely come a long way from the 5th gen FK8 that's for sure. More interior room. More power. More fun. I'm not a hatchback fan by any means, but still believe they are pretty cool when they are enthusiast-performing. This is definitely one hatchback I could definitely see myself getting behind the wheel of long term. Now that the Civic Type R has shown itself in its entirety, it'll be the turn of it's luxury cousin the Acura Integra Type S to make headways to see what it will bring to the table. Anything the FL5 6th gen Civic Type R is missing, I think the Acura Integra Type S will make up for it in a huge way and I'm definitely looking forward to that when Acura announces it and when it comes to life. The 6th gen Type R cannot be called a boy racer from its 5th gen predecessor sibling. The FL5 is definitely is grown man racer.

[@RaitisRides]

Very good points Antoine.

[@Mechaniclemaniac]

Hi Joe and Lori great Jobs botha yaz... Well I would have liked to hear your honest take on performance per dollar between the Honda Type R and the Hyundai Type N's. Even if it it's a tie in your opinion. Are they worth their entry fee? Thanx yew2. Perfect content for people who love cars and love to drive sportingly.

[@gorgonismztruth1551]

Elantra N is a faaaaar better value especially with its DCT auto trans ..

[@bosshugo5917]

Found a couple of them at my local dealership in southern LA and the asking price with all the jingle bells and no trade in was over $62K. Thought I’m in a position to get one I’m not up to spend that much money on it, instead I went to a bmw dealership and got me a 2021 bmw M2 competition. 👍🏻

[@fzr1000981]

RS3 is better in every way for 65k

[@1Darius505]

You are the funniest dude (R for Raiti’s Rides)! I’m always laughing and having to go get some food/snacks after your videos! 🤣🤣

[@paullansville]

I had to pull the "eenie,meenie,miney,joe" as to whom review I'm watching 1st and here I am.Here We Go "On Throttle"YEAHHH..Awesome Awesome review my guy and remember ur #1 fan from Toronto da-6IX baby.👊🏼👍🏼

[@TheFK8Life]

Great review! FL5 will be a classic JDM car to keep Dont forget to hit me up when youre back in LA - My 640hp R is in the shop - will be well over 700hp with the new cams/ported head upgrade - go on throttle with me lol

[@MikeBudalich]

FK8 owner here. Love the new one. Too bad 2 dealers quoted me 20k over MSRP 😔

[@xolisasukwinimangali6325]

4:05 we got the type R badge of cause R stand's for Ratis ride's at Honda they know how to do it 😂😂😂😂🙌🙌🙌❤️❤️❤️

[@RaitisRides]

Heck yeah!

[@aidenv9345]

I just bought my first 2022 Honda Civic Hatchback sport touring and love it same color as this one white / black

[@RaitisRides]

That is so wonderful congrats!

[@aidenv9345]

Thanks listened and saw all your reviews on them and made my choice easy thanks Joe

[@syedsadiq4446]

Was waiting for this review amazing car

[@gabrielsmiley5216]

Love your racing line!

[@majidalmajid1111]

Amazing hot hatch and championship white Great color 👌

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you Majid!

[@raymondamoroso2049]

Does anyone know if the Canadian version is any different? (Has fog lights/ heated seats/ etc?) Or are typeR specs the same in different countries unlike the Si's?

[@GERONIMO326]

Joe you've owned an FK8 previously, does this new FL5 feel faster?

[@xoMiu]

what is the difference between championship white and the normal white?? i honestly cannot tell the difference unless its something that needs to be seen in person

[@AlBunky]

You're the best Joe 👍🏼

[@oi32df]

Yes : third brake light very clean .Look up and now here is this 'beautiful' black appendix that I would put on e-bay immediately... and it's not the wiper.

[@cmryals]

Love these RR’s review!! My wife and kids constantly wonder why I yell “To the door panels” anytime I’m near a cool car I like 😂

[@fordmuscleluis9710]

Awesome Acceleration test on the track with a Honda Civic Type R car

[@RaitisRides]

I’m glad that I could share the action with you!

[@markremington8000]

So excited to see this car in person. They nailed it as much as you can for the money. Wish it came in AWD however.... maybe eventually.

[@RaitisRides]

It really does not need AWD. It’s super balanced.

[@reyperez3424]

@@RaitisRides That’s an excuse from those who don’t or can’t afford it.

[@daixer3156]

@Rey Perez No. For people who aren't afraid of driving into snow storms like in New York right now. ❄️ 🌨 ❄️

[@kennethlee4489]

which one is better - this Tyre R or GR corolla ? thx

[@sergiopiparo4084]

Great performance Joe 👏

[@fk8drewski]

I love you’Re videos so much !!!! ❤️

[@vaughnoliver2810]

Love this Honda Type R!!! To The Door Panels Joe

[@mrch33sehed93]

Damm...even dropping the MySpace, Tom would be honored 🙂👍

[@RaitisRides]

He was my first friend on MySpace. LOL

[@lyks1727]

Stunning car but the dealers markup is ridiculous 😵‍💫 thanks for another amazing video sir!

[@RaitisRides]

It is out of control.

[@flipboi952]

That last gen for me was a little too flamboyant. This one is much more mature while keeping the performance.

[@keunkim5067]

R = raitie's rides! Good one👍

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like that one! It makes sense to me! LOL

[@lilwinniepooh]

20:31 lmaoooo love your videos Joe keep it up 😂

[@noahsorensen7610]

The review I've been waiting for 😆

[@dshares]

Looks great! It also looks like a scaled down Accord.

[@macantonioc]

Without the dealer markup, definitely worth the price 👍

[@planetfabulous5833]

Wow Joe was really excited about those extra 3.5 inches!

[@RaitisRides]

Who wouldn’t be!

[@planetfabulous5833]

You’re preaching to the choir! I’m with you on that! 🍆

[@racingfanatic1019]

This car will look good with some aftermarket wheels and coil overs. You can really tell that has a wider stance

[@wildcoolorange]

i just realise Joe has his own car company, the symbol is RR which stands for Raiti's Ride, they manufacture luxury cars

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome of you to say!

[@stormking1973]

What was ride quality like in all the modes? and do you think I can fit higher profile tyres on this car?

[@RaitisRides]

You take it out of +R mode it is so comfortable. Yes for sure on the tires!

[@robertgrantz6639]

Another great look - it's simple: see Team Raiti post, hit the like button.

[@planetfabulous5833]

Does the Data LogR show the actual color of your Type-R or is it always the white one that's shown?

[@ericssonerick6972]

It looks even better in person, I saw it yesterday and it has a 30k markup here in LA.

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow that is insane!

[@ericssonerick6972]

@@RaitisRides I'm sure it will be sold though

[@ericssonerick6972]

@HondaMan__FL5本田佬 yikes

[@ericssonerick6972]

@HondaMan__FL5本田佬 if you can afford it why not

[@ericssonerick6972]

@HondaMan__FL5本田佬 yes sir some people never stop complaining about this and that instead of appreciating what we have right now.

[@11dnm]

every dealer I call asking about one they laugh and say.. by 2026 if you book now and that's if your lucky! lol!

[@JorgeRodriguez-tw6xk]

What a machine! Very impressive.

[@glovedcop69]

I love this generation but dealerships are asking up to 25K more over! In some cases almost 80k total. Not today

[@hatchboy804]

@Raiti's Rides - Hi Joe!... Just curious, if you had to choose between this new Type R and the new WRX, which would you choose? As a daily driver.

[@RaitisRides]

I am going Type R all day long,

[@stonecutter3099]

If its not sti... type R lol...

[@Content465]

Sweet ride just watched video of mark up $76.000 ?

[@omarcortes5754]

This car is a rece track beast at the same time it is a daily driver car. Yes, I would pay for it.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you like it Omar

[@robertfiske2084]

I was lucky enough to find a new 2022 Honda Civic SI. I really like the new interior of the 2022 SI. But the new type R is a little too much red going on there like Christmas wrapping paper too bright. I prefer my interior over the new type r.But I am a real great fan of the new venting on the hood. I like the engine the 1.5 Turbo I'm getting around 35 miles to the gallon on average. Either way they're both great cars I just prefer the coloring of my car.

[@dallashill3005]

Raiti man that third car was holding you up from going full ON THROTTLE!!!

[@Canyon_Shawn]

I like the OEM wheels. They are the first OEM wheels that I’d keep. But, it looks like 17s would fit!

[@RaitisRides]

They should for sure!

[@lndintw]

Seriously we cant get a software update ? i would love to see all that information for my 2021 civic hatchback sport.

[@1dmfreitas]

So this car is now made in Japan versus the U.K. Is the engine still made in the U.S. and shipped out for final assembly or is the whole enchilada made in Japan...? This car looks so much more mature than the previous car, something this 65 year old wouldn't mind driving... 🙂

[@amill1563]

I imagine you had to put up with the boys from Throttle Hause, Sofyan, Doug D, etc. LoL.

[@McLeanGary]

Love this car and the performance priority. Now, I can always dream they'd go crazy and go rear wheel drive ala S2000, come on Honda, do it! Great review Team Raiti!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Gary for letting me share it with you!

[@JonasWeather]

I love the s2000

[@McLeanGary]

I miss mine a lot, what a great engine!

[@fzr1000981]

RS3

[@fzr1000981]

See you in the rear view

[@g0d182]

The fk8's wing produces real down force too. No need to stress that about fl5's tiny looking wing