The 2027 Civic Type R gets chassis and cabin updates
By Ide Honda Honda announcement · October 1, 2026
Honda refreshed the 2027 Civic Type R with changes to engine cooling, the feel of the controls and the cabin. It keeps the 315-horsepower 2.0-liter turbo engine, 310 lb-ft of torque and a six-speed manual transmission.
What Honda changed up front
The front end has a larger grille opening and a deeper splitter. Honda says the changes reduce turbulence and help cool the engine during repeated hard laps. The deeper splitter also adds downforce at speed.
How the controls feel different
Honda revised the suspension damping in +R mode so the tires can follow uneven pavement with less bouncing. A new spring in the brake pedal linkage takes out some play, so the brakes should feel more immediate as you press the pedal. Rev matching also responds more quickly. When you select a lower gear, it brings engine speed up to help smooth the downshift. The Comfort, Sport, Individual and +R drive modes carry over.
What you’ll notice on the commute
Both front seats are heated for the first time in the Type R. The dashboard gets an Ultrasuede panel, and an auto-dimming mirror helps reduce glare from headlights behind you. Google built-in brings Google Maps, Gemini and Google Play to the cabin. Two USB-C ports sit above the wireless phone charger. Honda also added Meteorite Gray Metallic to the paint choices. Our 2027 Type R guide takes a closer look at the cabin, cargo space and performance hardware.
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