Verdict
A
← Honda Civic Type R · 2023-Present · FL5
Honda Civic Type R FL5
Headline trim: 2.0 K20C1 Turbo — 325 bhp, 0-62 in 5.4s.
BHP
325 bhp
0–60
5.4 s
Top speed
170 mph
MPG
33 mpg (US)
Used
$53,000-$70,000
Strengths
- Cleaner styling than FK8
- Even sharper chassis
- Best Type R yet
Weaknesses
- Allocation-limited (rarity = markups)
- Cabin not exotic for the money
- No auto option
Notable tech
- FL5 platform — Civic Mk11 base
- K20C1 turbo 2.0 — 325 bhp
- 6-speed manual with rev-match
- Multilink rear, adaptive dampers
- Helical LSD
- Brembo brakes, lightweight wheels
- LogR onboard data logger
Common issues
- Launch software
- Brake squeal
- Stone chips on aero
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across FL5's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
2.0 K20C1 Turbo
BHP325
Torque420 Nm
0–605.4 s
Top170 mph
MPG (US)33 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT