Overview

This Honda Civic Type R represents the latest and most refined evolution of Honda’s front wheel drive performance flagship. Built on the FL5 platform, it delivers motorsport influenced engineering with a more restrained and purposeful design, while preserving the high revving, driver focused character that defines the Type R lineage. Finished in blue with the iconic red interior, this example presents as an exceptionally fresh and lightly used car.

This vehicle carries a top tier auction assessment with an overall grade of 5 and exterior and interior grades of A A, reflecting outstanding condition throughout and extremely limited use.

Chassis number

• FL5-1203249

Auction grade

• Overall grade 5
• Exterior grade A
• Interior grade A

Mileage

• 1,846 km
• 1,147 miles

Engine and drivetrain

• 2.0 litre turbocharged four cylinder petrol engine
• Six speed manual transmission
• Front wheel drive with limited slip differential

Key features and equipment

• Type R factory specification
• Adaptive damper system
• Honda Sensing driver assistance systems
• Type R sports bucket seats in red upholstery
• Push button start and smart key system
• Factory navigation system
• TV and Bluetooth connectivity
• Rear view camera
• ETC 2.0
• 19 inch factory alloy wheels
• Dual zone climate control
• Finished in blue with red interior

Why the Civic Type R matters

The Civic Type R nameplate dates back to the late 1990s with the original EK9, a lightweight, high revving homologation inspired car built to showcase Honda’s engineering philosophy. Each generation since has evolved the concept, from the raw EP3 to the turbocharged FK series that redefined front wheel drive performance on road and track. This modern Civic Type R represents the culmination of that evolution, combining decades of motorsport development with contemporary technology, improved rigidity, and refined aerodynamics, while retaining the core values of a manual gearbox, precision handling, and everyday usability. It stands as one of the last true driver focused performance hatchbacks of its era.

Condition overview

Exterior condition

The exterior presents in excellent order, fully consistent with an A grade assessment. Paintwork is crisp and even, panel alignment is precise, and there are no notable cosmetic issues. The condition reflects extremely light use and careful handling.

Interior condition

The interior is graded A and remains in near showroom condition. The red Type R seats, steering wheel, pedals, and switchgear show minimal signs of use.

Structural and inspection notes

No structural concerns are reported. Inspection notes indicate no faults or warning lights, with the vehicle presenting cleanly throughout.

Maintenance and provenance

• First registered January 2025
• Ultra low recorded mileage of 1,846 km
• Dealer supplied vehicle
• Factory documentation noted

Summary

This Honda Civic Type R FL5 offers a rare opportunity to acquire an ultra low mileage, top grade example of one of the most celebrated modern hot hatches. With delivery level mileage, a manual gearbox, and exceptional overall condition, it stands as a reference point for contemporary driver focused performance cars.