NEW CIVIC TYPE-R PRICES REVEALED

Honda has announced pricing for its refreshed Civic Type R along with details of mechanical upgrades and a new more subtle variant.

Due to reach dealerships in the coming weeks, the expanded Civic Type R range will star t at £32,820, while the better-equipped GT model and the new Sport Line version both cost from £34,820.

All models have been given minor exterior and interior cosmetic changes as well as more substantial engineering upgrades. For 2021 all models gain a revised air intake system, improved cooling, two-piece floating disc brakes for increased performance, and revised suspension geometry and bushings for an improved ride.

Inside, key touch points have been upgraded with improved materials and all cars feature a new Alcantara steering wheel, a counterweighted teardrop gear knob and physical controls for the infotainment and climate control systems.

The extra £2,000 for the GT model brings blind spot information including cross traffic monitoring, dual zone climate control, auto dimming rear view mirror, internet connectivity, sat nav, wireless phone charging, an uprated stereo and LED front fog lights.

For the same money buyers can opt for atoneddown version of the in-yourface Civic Type R. The Sport Line retains the 316bhp turbocharged 2.0 -litre engine, which means it’s still good for 0-62mph in 5.8 seconds. However, the exterior has been muted with a low-level rear spoiler, all-black interior, smaller wheels (19 rather than 20 -inch) with a larger profile tyre, and no pin-strip around the lower flanks of the car.