"The “championship white” paint. The five-lug wheels. The red Honda badges. The stance and the sound. The Type R theme is often imitated, but the original limited-production Type R can’t be duplicated. Few similarly-sized hatchbacks can keep up with the Type R’s B16B motor, carrying on a Honda tradition by making an astonishing 182 horsepower naturally, through careful hand-porting of the head and increased compression. The interior is stripped of unnecessary material to bring the EK hatch down to fighting trim, and the chassis is specially seam-welded for greater rigidity. Honda specialists also threw every trick in the book at the EK9’s already phenomenal full-double-wishbone suspension, nearly eliminating understeer for perfect balance, making it nearly as fast as an Integra Type R on most road courses. The only way to truly appreciate the transformation the simple Civic went through to gain the coveted Type R badge is to hop behind the wheel and unleash it in any of Forza 4’s tracks—but the twistier, the better. Whether you appreciate the EK9 Type R in its original factory-modified form, or unleash all of your tuning and painting skills on it to transform it into the ultimate expression of your Honda fantasy, is completely up to you."—Official description[1]
The 1997 Honda Civic Type R - abbreviated as "Honda Civic '97" - is a front-wheel drive sport compact by Honda.
It appears in Forza Motorsport 4 and all subsequent main series titles except for Forza Horizon.
Synopsis[]
The Civic Type R was introduced in 1997 as the third model in the Type R performance series, following the Integra Type-R and NSX-R.
It is built on a seam-welded chassis that signficantly increases rigidity and has a fully independent suspension with double wishbones at the front and rear. Due to a high number of weight reduction applications including the absence of air conditioning and elimination of sound insulation, its weight is only 2403 lb (1090 kg), making it the lightest Type R model to date.
Despite a small displacement, its B16B codenamed 1.6 liter four-cylinder engine produces 182 hp (136 kW) at 8200 rpm. A key feature of the B16B is DOHC VTEC, a variable valve lift timing system designed to increase power and overall efficiency at higher rpms.[2]
The EK9 codenamed Civic Type R was only available for the Japanese domestic market and ran production until 2000. The second generation, EP3 codenamed model debuted in 2001.[3]
Performance[]
The Civic Type R is one of the quickest accelerating hot hatches in the Forza series, as evident by a 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) time of up to 5.7 seconds and a top speed maxing out at 151 mph (243 km/h). Due to a relatively low torque output of 118 ft·lb (160 N·m) however, acceleration may be affected when driving uphill and requires optimal momentum when taking on corners.
Handling-wise, it benefits from a low weight in the form of strong steering feedback and neutral corner behavior, allowing players to avoid understeer effortlessly.
Variants[]
Forza Edition[]
The Forza Edition is an upgraded variant that was added to Forza Motorsport 7 with the May 2018 update. It comes with a primary 25% credits boost and a secondary 25% credits boost when racing at Maple Valley. Standard upgrades include a C 450 tune and widebody kit increasing its track width.
Unlock[]
It was rewarded to players participating in the May Spotlight Challenge – Honda Rivals event held in May 2018, but has been made purchaseable in the Buy Cars menu since the April 2019 update.
Statistics[]
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Speed 4.9 Handling 4.9
Acceleration 5.9
Launch 6.2
Braking 4.8
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C 390 |
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Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 9,000 CR | ||
Performance & Body Style
Body Style: Hatchback
Speed:
Top Speed: 151.2 mph (243.3 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.700 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.500 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 124.7 ft (38 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 347.0 ft (105.8 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.90 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.85 g | ||
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Speed 5.6 Handling 4.5
Acceleration 6.6
Launch 7.0
Braking 4.3
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D 393 |
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Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 20,000 CR or 34 T | ||
Performance & Body Family
Body Family: Early Hot Hatch
Speed:
Top Speed: 151.3 mph (243.4 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.715 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.517 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 102.1 ft (31.1 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 279.3 ft (85.1 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.12 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.06 g | ||
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Speed 5.7 Handling 4.4
Acceleration 6.5
Braking 4.0
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D 355 |
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Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 20,000 CR | ||
Performance & Division
Division: Hot Hatchbacks and Japanese Street Kings
Speed:
Top Speed: 152.0 mph (244.6 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.700 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.500 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 110.5 ft (33.7 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 299.1 ft (91.2 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.05 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.00 g | ||
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Speed 5.7 Handling 4.4
Acceleration 6.5
Braking 4.0
Common
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D 355 |
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Unlock Requirements
Unlock:
Purchase from the car dealer for 37,000 CR | ||
Performance & Division
Division: Hot Hatch Icons
Collection Tier:
Tier 1 - Common (+65)
Speed:
Top Speed: 151.9 mph (244.4 km/h)
1/4 Mile: 15.000 secs.
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.700 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.500 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 131.3 ft (40 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 320.8 ft (97.8 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.05 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.00 g | ||
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Speed 2.6 Braking 1.6
Handling 1.9
Acceleration 2.2
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D 348 |
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Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Can be purchased from the Car Dealer for 49,000 CR
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Performance & Division
Division: Hot Hatch Icons
Speed:
Top Speed: 151.6 mph (243.9 km/h)
1/4 Mile: 15.000 secs.
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.700 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.500 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 112.0 ft (34.1 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): missing data
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.05 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.00 g | ||
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Speed 5.6 Handling 5.9
Acceleration 6.6
Launch 6.9
Braking 7.0
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C 551 |
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Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 9,000 CR | ||
Performance & Championship
Championship: Hot Hatch
Speed:
Top Speed: 150.6 mph (242.3 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.700 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.500 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 150.5 ft (45.9 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 374.2 ft (114.1 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.82 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.83 g | ||
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Speed 5.6 Handling 5.8
Acceleration 6.6
Launch 6.8
Braking 5.5
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C 565 |
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Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 25,000 CR
Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
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Performance & Championship
Championship: Retro Hot Hatch
Speed:
Top Speed: 151.4 mph (243.6 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.686 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.500 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 160.7 ft (49 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 403.8 ft (123.1 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.80 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.81 g | ||
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Speed 6.2 Handling 5.3
Acceleration 5.5
Launch 6.8
Braking 5.2
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C 551 |
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Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 25,000 CR Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing | ||
Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Retro Hot Hatch
Rarity:
Common
Speed:
Top Speed: 151.1 mph (243.1 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.700 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.517 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 160.0 ft (48.8 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 397.8 ft (121.2 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.85 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.86 g | ||
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Speed 5.5 Handling 4.8
Accel 3.7
Launch 3.0
Braking 3.0
Offroad 4.7 |
C 553 |
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Availability
Autoshow:
Can be purchased from the Autoshow for 25,000 CR Wheelspin:
Can not be won from a Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin
Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
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Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Retro Hot Hatch Value: 25,000 CR
Rarity:
Common
Speed:
Top Speed: 151.0 mph (243 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 5.714 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 17.518 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 149.0 ft (45.4 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 374.7 ft (114.2 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.87 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.89 g | ||
Forza Edition
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Speed 5.4 Handling 5.4
Acceleration 6.6
Braking 5.1
Uncommon
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C 450 |
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Unlock Requirements
Unlock:
Purchase from the car dealer for 51,000 CR | ||
Performance & Division
Division: Hot Hatch Icons
Collection Tier:
Tier 2 - Uncommon (+140)
Boost: 25% CR & +25% CR at Maple Valley
Speed:
Top Speed: 138.0 mph (222 km/h)
1/4 Mile: missing data
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 7.200 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 20.700 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 155.2 ft (47.3 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 354.1 ft (107.9 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.04 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.02 g | ||
Conversions[]
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Conversion - Engine |
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I4 - Integra '02 |
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2.0L I4 - VVT, 1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally, 3.7L V6 - VVT |
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2.0L I4 - VVT, 1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally, 3.7L V6 - VVT |
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2.0L I4 - VVT, 1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally, 3.7L V6 - VVT |
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2.0L I4, 2.0L I4-T, 3.7L V6, 1.6L I4-T, 2.5L I5-T, 3.0L V8 |
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2.0L I4 - VVT, 1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally |
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2.0L I4 - VVT, 1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally |
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2.0L I4 - VVT, 1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally |
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2.0L I4 - VVT, 1.6L I4 - Turbo Rally |
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Conversion - Drivetrain |
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RWD |
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RWD, AWD |
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RWD, AWD |
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RWD, AWD |
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RWD, AWD |
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RWD Drivetrain, AWD Drivetrain |
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RWD Drivetrain, AWD Drivetrain |
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RWD Drivetrain, AWD Drivetrain |
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RWD Drivetrain, AWD Drivetrain |
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Conversion - Aspiration |
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Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger |
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Single Turbo, Centrifugal Supercharger |
Trivia[]
- The 1.6L I4 - VVT engine swap originates from this car.
- It does not have an engine and trunk view in Forzavista mode.
Gallery[]
(Front)
(Rear)
(Front)
(Rear)
(Front)
(Rear)
Promotional[]
Variants[]
Forza Motorsport 7 (Front)
Forza Motorsport 7 (Rear)
Forzavista[]
Forza Horizon 3
References[]
- ↑ "Forza Horizon 3 - Cars" . forzamotorsport.net . Retrieved 07-20-2018.
- ↑ "1997 JDM EK9 Honda Civic Type R" . civictyper.org . Retrieved 07-20-2018.
- ↑ "Honda Civic Type R (EK9): Market Watch" . pistonheads.com . Retrieved 07-20-2018.