Category: Small Family 
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Hot hatch looks, fine fuel consumption, low emissions.
Tepid performance, poor rear visibility, i-Shift gearbox is poor auto substitute.
New 1.4 is the low-cost star of the range, but it's no hot hatch.
We've already mentioned the Civic Type-S doesn't come close to matching the Ford Focus' ride, especially with the stiff springs that come as standard and the optional 17" wheels we had on our car. If ride is a priority we recommend sticking to the smaller 16" wheels.
The Type-S's equipment impresses with little need for a visit to the options list. The firm's ESP is standard, as is climate control and a multi-function leather wrapped steering wheel.
