Category: Hot Hatchbacks 
Price Range: £14,750 to £21,780
Incredible traction, glorious induction noise, one of the best gear changes around.
Still lacks low-down urge, fussy split rear tailgate, uncompromising ride.
Limited slip diff almost transforms the Type R into one of the very best hot hatches.
In a class where five stars for adult occupancy has become the norm, the Civic struggles to cut the mustard with its four-out-of-five crash test result. At least, on paper the Type R ticks all the crucial boxes for safety equipment, with six airbags and ESP as standard.
The Type R should be as thief-resistant as any of its competitors with a Thatcham-approved Category 1 alarm and immobiliser fitted as standard.
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