Honda Civic Type R Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2008–2011)

Honda Civic Type R Engines and Transmissions

The Honda Civic Type R engine is built around a naturally aspirated gasoline unit tuned for high-rpm response. This powertrain favours immediate throttle reaction over low-end torque, making it feel alert in everyday traffic and rewarding when driven hard. All Type R variants in this generation use a close-ratio manual transmission, reinforcing driver engagement.

Sedan — Honda Civic Type R Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Honda Civic Type R Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1998 cm³	201 hp	148 kW	193 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1998 cm³	225 hp	165 kW	215 N⋅m	Manual	FWD

Hatchback 3-door — Honda Civic Type R Engines and Transmissions

Hatchback 3-door Honda Civic Type R Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1998 cm³	225 hp	165 kW	215 N⋅m	Manual	FWD
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1998 cm³	201 hp	148 kW	193 N⋅m	Manual	FWD

Honda Civic Type R Dimensions

Sedan — Honda Civic Type R Dimensions

Sedan Honda Civic Type R Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
2.0 MT	4539 mm	1770 mm	1430 mm	2700 mm	1298 kg	1900 kg	135 mm
2.0 MT	4539 mm	1770 mm	1430 mm	2700 mm	1270 kg	1900 kg	135 mm

Hatchback 3-door — Honda Civic Type R Dimensions

Hatchback 3-door Honda Civic Type R Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
2.0 MT	4275 mm	1785 mm	1445 mm	2635 mm	1300 kg	1700 kg	125 mm
2.0 MT	4275 mm	1785 mm	1445 mm	2635 mm	1267 kg	1700 kg	134 mm

Honda Civic Type R Cargo Space

Sedan — Honda Civic Type R Cargo Space

Sedan Honda Civic Type R Cargo Space
Modification	Trunk volume min
2.0 MT	390 l
2.0 MT	390 l

Hatchback 3-door — Honda Civic Type R Cargo Space

Hatchback 3-door Honda Civic Type R Cargo Space
Modification	Trunk volume min	Trunk volume max
2.0 MT	485 l	1352 l
2.0 MT	485 l	1352 l

Honda Civic Type R Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2008–2011) — Eighth Generation Restyling

Honda Civic Type R

Honda Civic Type R

Honda Civic Type R

Honda Civic Type R

Honda Civic Type R Engines and Transmissions

Sedan — Honda Civic Type R Engines and Transmissions

Hatchback 3-door — Honda Civic Type R Engines and Transmissions

Honda Civic Type R Dimensions

Sedan — Honda Civic Type R Dimensions

Hatchback 3-door — Honda Civic Type R Dimensions

Honda Civic Type R Cargo Space

Sedan — Honda Civic Type R Cargo Space

Hatchback 3-door — Honda Civic Type R Cargo Space

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