2:19 that design actually does something. It kicks the air up over to that large rear wing.

I really don't understand why people find the Civic Type R to be "ugly." I don't find the design to be any more controversial than the McLaren Senna or the Lamborghini Veneno. Both of those cars are respected because of the brand and the aerodynamics of the designs. The Honda hasn't necessarily been given that same treatment and the only reason I can think of is that people simply don't like to be given anything that is "faux" or "fake." While I can appreciate that notion, I find it hard to believe that anyone could tell me with a clear conscience that their car(s) never had any faux or fake parts on them. My point is that we have all had a car with inexpensive or cheap parts installed in it from the factory. That is just something people have to deal with in the car industry and until materials like carbon fiber, wood, and metal become less expensive, it will continue to be that way. As for the car itself, I find the level of performance, technology, comfort, and design to be quite astounding at that price point. The Ford Focus RS is a pretty tough rival to compete against in the market, especially since it boasts one of the best all wheel drive systems in the industry. Honda, however, has always proven their front wheel drive cars to be more than adequate in delivering power when it is needed the most. That, in itself, is pretty admirable considering how much history Ford has in the hatchback category. I will admit that I am somewhat bias towards the Civic simply because I own a Honda, however, I have always liked the Fords for what they represent. The racing history and pedigree that Ford has, both on and off the road is quite extraordinary. In the end though, I would still have to pick the Honda, mostly because of the sheer value it brings to the table. That is something Honda has consistently been great at from the very beginning and something Ford should look towards implementing in their future RS models. Thank you for reading and as always, good luck in all your future endeavors.

@SprintHillclimb

6 жыл бұрын

Casey Collier those two cars are formed from function. Every detail is there for aerodynamic reasons, and so the ugliness is more acceptable because it is a compromise of function over form. This civic though, well they chose to make it look that way for no other reasons than style. The back end on a boggo standard one looks just the same. It's a disaster in styling for no functional benefit.

@CaseyCollier

6 жыл бұрын

+_R_P_M_ I actually agree with you there on the aerodynamics and that is something I failed to detail in my comment, so thank you for pointing that out. That being said, I would still like to make the case that the two examples I gave (McLaren and Lamborghini) were seen as controversial because of their radical designs even though they had every reason to model them in that manner. The Civic Type R may not have the same aerodynamical properties of those cars, but it does still make use of the front splitter, rear diffuser, and the wing. That is undeniable and while I have to agree that it is overdesigned, I wouldn't necessarily call it "ugly" like some people immediately claim it to be. One of the other reasons I brought up the McLaren Senna and the Lamborghini Veneno was to draw a parallel between what we've seen with those designs and the Civic's in the response of the public. I believe that we will start to see changes in stance on these designs over time. Heck, many people have already changed their opinions on the 720S, a car that sparked just a fraction of the controversy of it's track oriented big brother. The Senna has also seen some shifts in attitude which is largely due to it's sheer performance and capability on track. That, however, is not yet the case with the Civic Type R even though it ran a record setting lap at the Nürburgring. From what I can tell, this is owing to the fact that the Civic Type R is simply not focused enough on the track to warrant a change in perspective. This, of course, is just one of the many reasons I believe the car has ended up in this position. These ramblings are just my thoughts on the matter, so don't take it personally. I just find it unreasonable to rail on a particular design when it really isn't necessary. I think many people just assume that Honda modeled the car that way to make it look "cool," but I have found over the years that there are many designs that have very good reasons for odd shapes or placements. It is incumbent on all of us to be reasonable and understand that we might not have all of the information needed to completely criticize a choice that a person or company has made. Thank you for reading.

@mexykpietrov

6 жыл бұрын

Comparing honda to lamborghini or mclaren... xD Kids, don't do drugs...

@CaseyCollier

6 жыл бұрын

+mexykpietrov I would suggest that you do a little more critical thinking before you start spouting statements that were never uttered by the original poster (me). In other words: I think we've encountered a straw man and a fairly large one at that. I never once stated that I was comparing a Honda to a Lamborghini or McLaren in the context of the actual car. That would be patently absurd and would qualify me for a visit to a local psychoanalyst if anything else. I was merely drawing a parallel between the responses of the general public to the two examples I gave (Veneno and Senna) and the Civic Type R in the context of design. All three cars were and still are fairly controversial in terms of their overall appearance with the Senna actually being least out of the group. Interesting, isn't it? I hope this has cleared a few disconnects up for you and as always, good luck in all your future endeavors.

@mexykpietrov

6 жыл бұрын

Casey Collier LSD is helluva drug... 🤣

You can turn auto rev matching off. ;)

7:43 on the Nordschleife is incredible for this class of car. It`s almost the same time a Porsche 911 GT3 (997) or a Cayman GT4 (981) scored.

Its frustrating watching him drive 20 the whole video

@theoneanton

4 жыл бұрын

Why? The bloke can't drive

The latest generation of the Honda Civic Type R had completely eluded me until now, but I had to take one out for a test drive to see what it's like - especially as it's a contender against my Focus RS!

@Shmee150

6 жыл бұрын

While I'm super busy on the Mille Miglia, I have some previously unreleased content to publish for you guys - hope you enjoy!

@jong2987

6 жыл бұрын

Shmee150 Hi tim! greetings from the Philippines 😊

@joshsharma5723

6 жыл бұрын

hello from the Caribbean!

@skylerssupercarlife348

6 жыл бұрын

Shmee150 awd > fwd

@yudi8662

6 жыл бұрын

Yes of sure you mas buy it

Shmee, you CAN turn off the automatic rev-matching in the infotainment.

@frankrichmond1937

4 жыл бұрын

Nate Elkington he’s probably confused because you can’t do it on the fly. I think he should of done a bit more research as he said it obviously torque steers but it doesn’t at all

Ive had mine for six weeks now makes me smile every time i see it, most of the vents are functional, amazing engine especially in the higher rev range and in uk indicators are on proper side, also love golf r and rs but always been a honda fan so went for this, amazing car

I really like how laid back this review was. Great stuff as always Shmee!

Glad you liked the Type R, I think both the R and the RS are great cars, with slightly different goals in their design. For me, the choice was clear - The Civic Type R - best hot hatch for the track days.

@BaroTheHusky

6 жыл бұрын

FlyinGato got that right👍

@sic22l

6 жыл бұрын

The worst because it has transmissdion issue which Honda ignores. Hydraulic clutch system is too close to the exhaust which causes fluid to overheat - clutch doesn't decouple fully even if you press it all the way - you're effectively changing gears using forse which causes significant wear&tear, jarring etc - transmission is gone withing 15-20k miles with no track days.

@FastLifeVlog

6 жыл бұрын

sic22l I've heard that some exhaust insulation will solve the tranny issue in R. And obviously better oil in both tranny and the engine. 0W20 is shitty tbh.

@fernandofragoso4118

6 жыл бұрын

Conor Till 400hp FWD and RWD are better on fast cornering tracks due to lower weight which results in lower inertia. Above the 350/400 mark the FWD its not the best at the moment, but RWD is the best solution. Thats why you dont see AWD cars on BTCC. All the cars winning are RWD or FWD. The Civic Type-R is inspired on the BTCC car. Here in Portugal we also have a limited edition with Tiago Monteiro's signature and some differences from the regular Type-R. With the amount of downforce that these cars generate at high speed traction its not a problem, only on low speeds, thats why the traction added by AWD isnt in fact necessary, and in consequence will make the cars heavier. AWD is good for the public roads and rallies, because you might drive in conditions which can compromise the traction in both RWD and FWD. So if you look for a great all rounder to drive fast in every condition go to AWD. If you want a car to drive even faster but in a much more strict condition, go RWD or FWD. It will be lighter and lightness on hardcore driving is everything.

@FastLifeVlog

6 жыл бұрын

Fernando Fragoso there are track that awd are etter options. Not to mentions wet conditions. There are Focus RS in BTCC. I wouldnt say they are slow. FWD or RWD has some advantages in fast track with long streights due to the weight. So all comes to the track types and conditions.

Your videos are very interesting and fun to watch, keep up the good work Tim!

Completely childish car and my wife hates it....... I love it!

@MrAftershocker

5 жыл бұрын

This. I'll never forget the "what do you mean it's stick?" comment, and the look I got. Been very happy with the car, it just performs well around! Wife hates everything about it.

@rjung_ch

5 жыл бұрын

And I own one since Feb 2019, love it!

@theoneanton

4 жыл бұрын

All the more reason to own it. Leave her to her Seat Mii

@kokekan75

4 жыл бұрын

Does it bother you that it’s over a second slower than something with a dsg? Asking honestly as thinking about getting one as a second car and having a golf r stage 1, trying to assess if this would bother me.

@DaddySmaan

4 жыл бұрын

@@kokekan75 The 0-60 time doesn't tell you much apart from that it's slower from a standing start. On a roll it pulls on the Golf R and Focus RS, check out carwow's drag race if you need proof. It beats the other hatches from 10-70mph which means in the real world it not only feels faster but IS faster...unless it rains of course!

Yes you should have, love the Type R.... Happy Ramadan to all observing the month!

I want this freaking car in my garage now

@AngelJGrace

4 жыл бұрын

Same

@eth4no255

4 жыл бұрын

Your not old enough

@poolplexer

3 жыл бұрын

I'm lucky enough to have one

@CharlesWu

3 жыл бұрын

I have one, it's good

Tim, once again.....I salute you..... You make SO much content that even while you are driving a 300 Gullwing in the Mille Miglia (epic......and then some??) we are still being spoiled with content you made at the other end of the planet. The work, planning, editing (Ben = 10 points!) and lack of sleep involved must be overwhelming at times. At that's why, Tim, you deserve - AND WILL REACH - 5 million subs earlier then you currently expect. Have fun in Italia!

The indicators on the right hand side is common for cars over in Australia and New Zealand and Japanese cars I thought, European cars usually have them on the left

So glad it doesn't have the usual Conservative drab looks of other hatches. If you don't want to blend into the crowd it's perfect.

Love the aggressive look!

Had my Type R GT since November. It is an awesome piece of kit.

Good review, love the diversity in cars being reviewed👍

The Golf R has adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist. Standard in the United States.

@schumifan78

5 жыл бұрын

Don't need that because I can, you know, drive.

@th3Dominator

5 ай бұрын

So does the type r mate 😏

Before watching, the answer is yes! I saw one of the road yesterday it blew past me and took my breath away! I doesn't help I'm biased as a Honda owner haha

@someonehackme7981

6 жыл бұрын

That car took your breath away? Please tell me you're joking? I'm with Jeremy Clarkson it's hideous in every way

@TheShaq9001

6 жыл бұрын

someone hackme I did say I am biased, it really did, the overall look I find amazing

@w4397

6 жыл бұрын

someone hackme as long as you can live with the looks, it's a very good car

@super117knight

6 жыл бұрын

It looks good but since most vents etc are fake, i dont like it

@sic22l

6 жыл бұрын

Would you say the same if it didn't blew past you, instead you'd have to help the owner push it off the lights because he couldn't engage any gear? Hint: google Civic Type-R transmission problem. Honda ignores it.

You can turn off the auto rev matching, it just has to be done manually from the center console touch screen..

You can actually turn off the auto rev matching in the menus. You turn it off through the the head unit/infotainment system

3:40 There's something wrong with the wheel arches of this car. I feel like the wheels are too small or the body kit is too short.

@kobrien4121

6 жыл бұрын

Thought the exact same thing

@DanRC69

6 жыл бұрын

So true, the wheels look lost in that overly bulky body. Bigger arches allowing fatter deeper profiled tyres would have looked better. Those very low profile tyres look ridiculous and do nothing for ride quality or handling.

@axiomic

5 жыл бұрын

yes, and needs far more rubber! They're some horribly low profile tyres

Honda please make a Civic Si two doors body style with the Type-R engine!

New Zealand!!! WHOOP!! You shouldve sung out early you were going to be here Tim.. I couldve sent many fans your way haha :) (spin off vid of you meeting & greeting? ) :)

I don't really like how that car look but I love how it is loaded up, the performance figure and the lap time it done at the ring.

I think your special editions are a biiit cooler than type r, but type r is waaay cooler than RS since I see an RS ~every week. Type R ek9 is great FWD hatch

It's like they couldn't stop designing it. It's more of a child's toy now rather than a cool looking Hot Hatch.

@Kronos0999

6 жыл бұрын

Not that that's a bad thing.

Woohoo, finally car reviews from my country new Zealand! Other than that this Type R looks damn beautiful

Great video! Quick correction though, I do work at Honda in New Zealand and can confirm you're able to turn off the auto rev matching

I'm 60 I love this motor, need to win lottery!

Yes, I'm Buying the Normal Civic 2L Turbo!

Definitely a 50/50 car, I love the look, how aggressive it looks, the curves abs edges, out of its competition I think it looks the best- which is completely subjective. It’s a great car to have about, but the looks will either make it or break it for you when it comes to this

Welcome to New Zealand Tim. Love your videos

Next video: Collecting my Honda Civic Type R Red Edition and my Honda Civic Type R Heritage!!

@Shmee150

6 жыл бұрын

Haha xD

@stubones

6 жыл бұрын

Anonymous 🤮

Hello Shmee! Thanks for reviewing the Type-R. I bought mine in December 2017 in same color combo. The 0-60 is 4.9 sec not 5.7 sec. This is the FWD competitor to the Subaru WRX STI AWD and still cheaper than Subaru. However, great every day driver and long distance (850 miles) no problem for a semi centennial fellow. You will never drive the Focus RS for 800 miles straight, unless you're seeking punishment. Also beneath the canards, but above the lower front lip, you'll find a functional air flow opening for brake cooling purpose.

@Zerofightervi

6 жыл бұрын

Styli F 4.9 0 to 60, I very much doubt that.

@nexamax

6 жыл бұрын

Keep doubting. My 2012 KIA Optima SX which weighs 400lbs MORE and has "274" bhp (actually 252 bhp) does 0-60 MPH in 5.9 sec. You mean to tell me that a 2018 Honda Type-R that weighs 3100 lbs and 306 bhp is going to shave only 0.2 sec? Seriously doubt it, especially as a Nurburgring Track Record Holder. Reporting the facts is all.As advertised by Honda Corp.:Curb weight‎: ‎3111 lbTorque‎: ‎295 lb-ft @ 2500 rpmZero to 60 mph‎: ‎4.9 secPower‎: ‎306 hp @ 6500 rpm

@Zerofightervi

6 жыл бұрын

Styli F Your Kia does the quarter mile in 5.9 seconds? I think you mean 0 to 60. Also, do you know where the FK8 Type R is produced? Swindon, Wiltshire, England. Have a guess where I live? Yes, the very same town. Now guess where I work? That's right, the very Honda plant that makes the FK8 Civic & Type R. The UK spec Type R will do officially 0 to 60 in 5.7 seconds, journalists have got 5.6 out of it, baring in mind that the UK spec has 316 bhp rather than your 306 bhp. The Nurburgring record is done from what is called a flying lap & not a standing start so the 0 to 60 time is irrelevant really other than for bragging rights. Please feel free to send me a link to your figure of 4.9 seconds & I'll have a look, but I doubt it exists.

@nexamax

6 жыл бұрын

Good copy, I edited my type-O, thanks! And THANKS for building my car, absolutely love it! I have seen a video of the Swindon plant and I actually have the British flag on the passenger side spoiler in honor of its birth country. Car & Driver (and many others) www.caranddriver.com/honda/civic-type-r I understand the difference between flying laps and stop-go 0-60. A poor analysis on my part, I do know better. If the Type-R does not hit, at minimum, low 5, I would be extremely surprised. I grew up in the world of racing in Switzerland in the 1970s and 80s. I've driven the very first Ford Sierra XR4i, RS Cosworth, and the Renault 5 Turbo.

@Zerofightervi

6 жыл бұрын

Styli F That would be quick Optima if it could lay down those numbers. Unfortunately the link you've sent isn't available in my region but I've got plenty of other UK based journalists who've never managed to get a figure so low for the Type R. Honda were quite cagey about actual performance figures at launch but 5.7 seconds seems to be what most have settled on. The thing with the Type R is being FWD it is quite difficult to get a clean getaway, unlike most of the competition which use 4wd & launch control. Glad you're enjoying the car, there is an updated Type R currently undergoing testing, some styling changes to the front & rear bumpers & the infotainment system is getting an upgrade, finally a volume nob & not the unpopular touch sensitive scrolling thing that no body seemed to like.

FYI you can turn the Rev match off, it’s done through the central screen. Also in the UK the lights and wiper stalks are the correct way around just like every other UK car. Torque steer is also minimal, if you had a chance to open it up you would have felt this for yourself. Turbo lag comments are correct, although when driven quickly the car is always within the turbo range

Love your content Shmee. Looking forward for more reviews with Honda cars. Maybe if the new Honda S2000 came out, you can do a review of it

The light/indicator swap must be an Aussie thing, my American-market Civic has them the "normal" way (lights/indicators left, wipers right)

@joshseda9064

6 жыл бұрын

They drive on the opposite side 😂 did you not watch him driving 💀 it's rhd everywhere except America

@Alex-di8ti

6 жыл бұрын

12799MaDeuce it's probably because native Japanese cars have the indicators on the right, for aussie and nz markets I'm guessing they keep it the same because they are used to it

@kkiwi54

6 жыл бұрын

Aussie thing? It's New Zealand! Sorry, we're sensitive; )

@12799MaDeuce

6 жыл бұрын

My bad!

@tomslater319

6 жыл бұрын

In the UK its indicators on the left, wipers on the right. And we drive on the left hand side of the road.

Short Answer - Yes Long Answer -YyyyyyyeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeEssssssssssssssssssssssssss

@duvindudilshan9746

6 жыл бұрын

• RAGNES7 • I'm gonna buy one!!

@kingofnyc2

6 жыл бұрын

Not gunna lie.. The looks kinda grew on me.. I would open up all the vents in the front though.. and replace it with a black mesh vent..

@tubejorrit

6 жыл бұрын

Haha was about to make the same comment!

@Dzero4

6 жыл бұрын

There is a guy in the UK who is starting to make the vents how they should be all open, took time because those vents have the parking sensors in them as you can see.

@stubones

6 жыл бұрын

• RAGNES7 • wrong answer. The correct answer is NO.

Good for you testing a Honda Civic! I don’t think most people who watch your channel would buy one, but good on you anyway! Especially, considering the cars I’ve seen you own!

I've had my Type R for 2 years now. Once it shredded the OEM tires I fitted 255/35 R20 Kumo. No more spinning when launching anymore. I get a little chubby when I drive it now. What an awesome car...

Just take it man!

@kobrien4121

6 жыл бұрын

Drive it back to London, right hand drive too. Nice 👍

Honda GT3 RS... 😂😂😂

@ihabsuhaib7002

6 жыл бұрын

Area of Interest With all of my respect I want to tell that this is a dump comment....

With this car u can find the man of your dreams mate. Fantastic review.

Test drove one a couple of weeks ago and quite liked it. I hated the quality (or lack of) of the interior though. The plastics and switch gear felt like an Alba radio from 1986.

Best example of "riced from factory" haha

that is defo a marmite car

Welcome to New Zealand Shmee. You had to travel a long way to get your hands on one of these cars

Maybe the light indicator is on the right side of the wheel because you should or will be using your left hand for shifting before or after turns. (?)

Even as a Honda fan, I really wish they would have done without the fake vents and etc, the styling is overdone otherwise it's an amazing car.

@sic22l

6 жыл бұрын

I with they'd fix the transmission and they didn't...

@brianmahlstedt6794

5 жыл бұрын

Other than the vents on the base hatch styling all the vents function. And they did in the 2019 model.

One of the most beautiful cars in the last decade if you ask me.

I'm really pleased you have done this review, I owned the previous gen FK2 and it was amazing! when you can open them up they're a different animal, I loved mine and would have it back in a heartbeat

@markc9274

6 жыл бұрын

1w4n4b0n3h3r I think the previous FK2 a much better and looking car.

Shmee thanks for keeping us busy but what we want is footage of the Mille Miglia !

Sadly a meaningless review given that you barely got out of second!

The best color for Type R!

@turbo95eclipse

5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful color...but I like blue the best!

Its amazing wild it looks sitting still and pretty much over the top but when you see one in motion on a track... it works for it.

You mentioned you can't turn off rev matching.... You can via the on board infotainment system.... But it is a right mess to use. I had a FK2 and the FK8.

This guy deserves at least 5 million subs.

@ronnierhodes7458

6 жыл бұрын

RoyEverythings 10 million easy

@techoverdrive5772

6 жыл бұрын

Ronnie Rhodes trur

@techoverdrive5772

6 жыл бұрын

Ronnie Rhodes true***

@hanspeter8429

6 жыл бұрын

i started watching his Videos when he had under 30000 subscribers....he is a car presenting legend!!!

@DJCrissCross89

6 жыл бұрын

RoyEverythings No.

Next video, "I'm adding a Civic Type R to the fleet!"

@lucianoaugustob

6 жыл бұрын

or " i'm buyibg another RS so I can get the Ford GT"!

@iversxn

6 жыл бұрын

Hope that happens xD

@lucianoaugustob

6 жыл бұрын

he already got it, but buying 3 RS's its too much of sucking balls

@w4397

6 жыл бұрын

Luciano Augusto buying multiple Focus RS can't make you be able to buy Ford gt

@iversxn

6 жыл бұрын

2 RS's cos he's selling the blue one.

Rev matching can be turned off in the infotainment system.wipers are on right in UK car.

@Shmee150, if you want to buy it, remember that it have some problems with gearbox that is caused by exhaust temperature. It require to replace gearbox oil for higher temperature one, and add temperature protector thing from exhaust.

Answer is yes, and you should own a NSX!!!

@alexlam24

6 жыл бұрын

TheKingkingg also, rev match can be turned off in navigation settings

@TheKingkingg

6 жыл бұрын

alexlam24 but you should tell Shmee... I know about my type R

i would buy it if it's not fwd..

@poolplexer

5 жыл бұрын

U cant afford it. Go play with yourself

Sad you did not get a chance to experience this car because it really does have a lot to offer when driven properly but it is also very comfortable for everyday use. I LOVE the look and performance of the car so so much I bought one. I am a husband and a dad of a teenager. Fortunately for me, my wife said our second car had to have a manual and it is simply amazing how much car you get for the money with this car and it actually fits in our garage with our other car. You also have that great Honda engineering and reliability and combined with the great warranty I will be having quite a few years of trouble free driving fun with this car.

When I was in New Zealand I did the same with the indicators/window wipers!!

Golf R have lane assist and adaptive cruse control

@blademanx

6 жыл бұрын

RoadTime honda crv had it in 2007....lane warning system and proximity sensor for cruise control

its gonna be more of a head turner than the focus rs for sure

@Cain353

6 жыл бұрын

Daniel Definitely. Followed by a whole lot of laughing and pointing.

@Mikez98

6 жыл бұрын

McBaron but the people laughing and pointing would they even be able to afford it?

I added lane assist and blind spot monitoring (though not with cameras, orange light on wing mirror using the rear parking sensors) on my wife's Golf GTD so I expect you can option it on the GTI.

After watching this, I actually liked it and took one out for a test drive in Wairau and bought one in black. Uploaded some videos if you wanna see mine :)

@OGtrushalpatel

5 жыл бұрын

wish i had the money to just buy one :(

Shquaaad... That exterior is hideous I really hope it drives much better than it looks..

@rrennnerr

6 жыл бұрын

Rungurua machira Over designed! There are way to many useless angles and fake details. It is just too much for me. 🤷🏻‍♂️

@mashyzznytte

6 жыл бұрын

Fake air vents, fake "carbon Fibre" parts, such a turn off. If I drove one I'd feel like a poser probably wearing fake sparco racing shoes.

@mettl271

6 жыл бұрын

Rungurua machira saw one the day before, please look on one in real life, these things are actually really cool

@mashyzznytte

6 жыл бұрын

Well, I have seen one person too and I agree with you that over-designed cars are really cool but personally I prefer a minimalist design flow...

@tylertran93nsx

6 жыл бұрын

Curios what do you drive?

I prefer the RS's look myself. The Civic is overstyled.

@dragonsdraughts8382

6 жыл бұрын

I bought the RS for this reason. The civic felt like it was trying way too hard to look cool. Both are great cars, and at the end of the day its all personal preference. Can't really go wrong with either car.

@REDEEL16

6 жыл бұрын

John B yeah bought an RS also. Gotta say they are close for me. But I own a magnetic grey RS kinda stealth the civic is so young Asian boy. Anyway great car but gimme RS any day. Pushed it so hard in hinterland during wet and it ate it

@samuelwaithira

6 жыл бұрын

indeed over done

He says rear wheel trim doesn't do anything? It actually funnels air up to wing. Great analysis. Also u can turn off rev matching

Im from Auckland and I have test driven this exact car from Honda New Market. I ended up buying the Focus RS Limited Edition Nit. Blue and for pick up next week... I just hope I made the right decision..

Looks like the kind of car I would have drawn when I was 8. The only people who could love these are to young to drive. Keep expecting it to transform into a robot.

Its better if you get a classic JDM like Skyline R34 or Supra 2JZ

@CroneRaven1810

6 жыл бұрын

danny In my country R34 Skyline and Supra are so rare, they are literally more expensive than this and some new cars. It's depressing. But honestly I like this car in its context.

@fuckception

6 жыл бұрын

danny it’s pain in the ass to own a R34, kids!

@hanel4869

6 жыл бұрын

Dont you know that Stock R34 M-Spec cost about $880000/$880k

@joshseda9064

6 жыл бұрын

Hakosuka nope that's way to high buddy Idk what your looking at 💀 but to prove your point they are around $150,000

@litralimsaa9210

6 жыл бұрын

He should get r34 z-tune because he has the money :D

Great review, I am loving all these reviews on the FK8! I own an FK2 Type R, and the FK8 is even better around corners, the chassis is amazing. Concerning the Focus RS, it's the faster of the two as far as straight line speed, and has AWD which is nice to have. But it won't come close to an FK8 on a track. It depends on what you want! The RS is a great car as well, has more punch than the FK8, but in the corners or on B roads, the Type R rules. *All these commenters want to talk about the FK8s straight line speed - yes, it's quick, but it is NOT a drag car. My mate has a factory spec (stock) 1993 Mitsubishi GTO TT, and it easily beats my mates' FK8s all day from a dead stop until 250kph by 2 or 3 car lengths, or from a rolling start* He also owns a 1995 US-spec 3000GT VR-4, also stock no modifications. We all hang out, and drive each others cars, i.e. the Mitsu guys, Nissan guys and Honda guys all get along. Seems here in the US its all arguments. Here's some drag strip results from 2 weeks ago, we spent all day there, these are all my mates cars. Multiple runs for some of the cars. Kph to mph for US readers- (US-spec) 2018 Ford Focus RS, 350hp - 13.28 @ 103.2mph / 13.32 @ 104.4mph / 13.31 @ 104.2mph (UK-spec) 2018 Honda Civic Type R, 320bhp - 13.78@104.2mph / 13.82 @ 104.8mph / 13.96 @ 103.9mph (UK-spec) 2018 Honda Civic Type R, 320bhp - 13.88 @ 105.4mph / 13.91 @ 104.2mph / 13.98 @ 105.1mph (UK-spec) 2015 honda Civic Type R, 310bhp - 13.95 @ 101.5mph / 14.02 @ 102.0mph (my car, bless it) (UK-spec) 1993 Mitsubishi GTO TT, 280bhp - 13.41 @ 105.9mph / 13.56 @ 106.2mph / 13.38 @ 105.6mph (US-spec) 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4, 320hp - 13.18 @ 103.9mph / 13.06 @ 103.2mph / 13.24 @ 104.1mph (UK-spec) 1993 Nissan 300ZX TT 2 seat coupe, 280bhp - 13.77 @ 103.9mph / 13.89 @ 102.8mph / 13.82 @ 103.7mph See above!!!! Yes, the FK8 is a quick car, so is my FK2, but it has nothing on a 20 year old stock AWD Twin Turbo Mitsubishi GTO in a straight line race! To all the US Honda enthusiasts, ALL Type Rs are meant for corners, not for the drag strip. Even the NSX-R isn't meant for the drag strip. Put that heavy GTO TT on a B road, and even an EP3-R will dust it. My FK2 beats my mates GTO TT over B roads by minutes, I have to wait for him to roll up with brakes smoking. The FK8 chassis is amazing, and it handles as well as the 1993 J-spec NSX-R did in my opinion.

I love the looks, it's going to look relevant for decades

i like that car.

@DanRC69

6 жыл бұрын

Kyrie Irving Acosta SPECSAVERS

RS > type r in my book, love the AWD/drift mode and brutality of driving the RS. The type R does seem like it would be more comfortable... but if I wanted comfort I'd get something completely different

Golf r/ GTI adaptive cruise is standard, lane assist is an option 👍

Kinda makes sense that the blinker stock is on the right side. That way you can shift with your left hand while you steer and turn on your blinker with your right. I drive a manual Honda that’s left hand drive. And the blinker stock is on the left side of the wheel so I can do precisely that.

That car is sexy

You should definitely... ... have not bought one. :P I mean, they're alright... for what it is... but it definitely has its own crowd. A crowd I'm not a part of.

@steveazyb2595

6 жыл бұрын

Shiznutsz what a load of shit to the last part of you statement. Ok go on lets here what crowd? *Honda guys* I currently own the fk2 type r (previous model) and yet i get people assume im a honda fan boy and part of that crowd. Its my 1st honda and my 1st Japanese car. Ive owned 6 cars in 10 years of driving, take a guess what else ive owned I bet you'll be surprised. So not everyone is jdm this of badge snob that and frankly I couldn't give a shit what nationality it is or badge it has, all have greats and horrible cars, every nation and manufacturer. Bored of hearing this crap the the so called "car community"

@jacobwaltonpb5932

6 жыл бұрын

Perfect comment, was going to comment something like “ugly ass car, why do they bother making it” but this sums up very well what I really mean.

@sic22l

6 жыл бұрын

But save some 10k £ for new transmission in 1-2 years.

@mr_exia

6 жыл бұрын

First car on the market already riced before being sold. Also 3 exhaust for 4 cylinders, weird design.

@GreeKing83

6 жыл бұрын

mr Exia The center is a resonator to keep the exhaust noise low at highway speeds.

Great Video Shmee

I’m getting mine soon. The car is awesome!

It is real carbon fiber i was in geneva and saw it

@johnd9357

6 жыл бұрын

Shady Salah it actually isn't. I own one. The car in Geneva must have had the Honda carbon accents added. The stock cars don't have real carbon on the dash.

My short answer is "DON'T!"

at first i don’t really like the type r but after seeing one on road it kinda growing in me and it’s the fastest around track in its class

The stalks being the other way around I think might be a New Zealand thing. I've got a new Civic here and the indicator and light stalk is on the left with screen wipers, etc on the right

Uh.... I'll say no, that thing have plastic fenders and fake carbon fiber trim.

@poolplexer

5 жыл бұрын

Omg. Wow. Im not gonna buy it. Good go buy something else dumbass

Yes. It's far better than the Focus RS

@nathankyle1632

6 жыл бұрын

Amadeus G Yeaa gonna have to call bullshit mate

@amadeusg5043

6 жыл бұрын

Nathan Kyle What's there to brag about on the Focus RS exactly? The bland boxy styling? The reliability issues? The dull looking plastic interior?

@dblue7711

6 жыл бұрын

But it is, it hands the Focus its backside. in just about every serious comparison I've seen. With the exception of a traffic light launch where its 4WD helps out the Ford is slower, miles slower on a track where corners actually come into play. Focus is not a bad car, just not as brilliant as the Honda

@Magezzz

6 жыл бұрын

The type r has reliability issues with its transmission they all fail. Also any bad weather and the type r can't handle it when we had the snow in the UK they were getting stuck really easily and they're bad in the rain. Get edc controller for the RS its £800 and makes it 3-4 seconds quicker a lap by softening the dampers then type r loses out even in dry weather

@jdmguy44

6 жыл бұрын

Blueblood LOL Ford Focus RS has head gasket issues. Wouldn't have a trashy Ford if you paid me. Honda engineering is far superior to Ford. Always was and still is. FORD = Fix Or Repair Daily.

it looks awesome! love the type R

I prefer this Type-R over Focus RS but i really like the way Shmee points out why he would prefer the Focus. Its a very professional and unbiased review. Great integrity on the review. 5*

Buy a Type R!! If u don't I will... oh I forgot I'm broke 😂

no this a bad idea to buy

@blademanx

6 жыл бұрын

Yea jdm nuts dont want typical youtubers ruining the scene......jumping on every trend

I, finally, saw a Civic Type R on the road. It does have road presence. You can tell Honda went 💯 Fast and the Furious with the Type R. I’d pick the Focus RS over the Type R.

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