The all-new 2023 Honda Civic Type R, also known as the FL5, looks a whole lot more mature than its predecessor, the flashy FK8—but does that mean it’s less fun to drive? Or does the toned-down styling mask what could be the best Civic Type R in the model’s history?
Very fittingly, our first-ever drive of the latest Type R happens is on a racetrack, where we could explore the limits of Honda’s front-wheel-drive hot hatch. Apart from experiencing what it’s like behind the wheel, we also take a closer look at its design and interior. Click play on the video above for our first impressions.
0:00 Intro
0:30 2023 Honda Civic Type R exterior
1:45 2023 Honda Civic Type R interior
3:52 2023 Honda Civic Type R hot lap
7:04 2023 Honda Civic Type R driving notes
8:48 Conclusion
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