Strengths
- Spaceship cabin still distinctive
- K20Z4 high-rev character
- Mugen FN2 a cult variant
Weaknesses
- Torsion-beam rear axle (downgrade from EP3)
- Heavier than EP3
- No LSD as standard
Notable tech
- FN2 platform — Swindon-built
- K20Z4 i-VTEC 2.0 — 198 bhp at 7800 rpm
- 6-speed manual
- 3-door hatch
- Torsion-beam rear suspension
- Mugen Civic Type R variant rare
Common issues
- Trailing arm bushes
- Cracking exhaust manifold
- 3rd gear synchro
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across FN2's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
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2.0 K20Z4 i-VTEC
BHP198
Torque195 Nm
0–606.9 s
Top146 mph
MPG (US)26 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT