- "This car represented the first Type R model that eventually dominated circuits around the world."
- ―In-game catch text for the car, from GT7's car collection
The Honda Civic Type R (EK) '97 is a hot hatch produced by Honda. It has been featured in every mainline Gran Turismo game except Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec and Gran Turismo Sport.
Colors[]
Three colors are available for this car:
- Championship White
- Vogue Silver Metallic
- Starlight Black Pearl
In GT1, the version won from Lightweight Sports Battle Stage are available in the following colors, all being unnamed and equipped with a black hood:
- Yellow
- Cyan
- Pink
In-game description[]
- "Many different models of Honda Civic have proved popular over the years. But when it comes to sheer driving pleasure, this EK Type R is hard to beat. Its super high-torque, naturally aspirated VTEC engine is one of Honda's greatest achievements. The displacement was only 1.6L, but it packed an incredible 182.4 BHP of power! Even the way the engine turned over was amazing—sharp and light, almost like a sports bike! The lightweight body and low height make this a model that handles beautifully."
- ―In-game description of the car, from GT7's Used Car Dealership
Car Index (GT7)[]
When you talk about hot Honda Civics, surely the 6th iteration of this compact-car icon that first appeared in 1972 would take of the forefront of the conversation. The car known in-house as the "EK" and dubbed by Civic loyalists as the "Miracle Civic" arrived in 1995. It boasted excellent fuel economy, high output three-stage VTEC, and a CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) called the Honda Multimatic.
It came in 3-door hatchback and sedan forms, the latter called the Ferio in Japan. This Civic won Japan's prestigious Car of the Year award, as well as racking up a number of different honors all over the world. In August 1997, Honda introduced a "Type R" variant, which was based on the Civic hatchback. It was the first "Type R" model in Civic's history.
The engine of the Civic Type R was a B16B, a 1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve inline-4, equipped with VTEC. The engine cracked out an amazing 182 HP/8200 rpm, figures previously unheard of in a naturally-aspirated engine. Also, it was lighter than the other Civics, making it that much quicker off the line.
The car was also an excellent handling machine thanks to a lowered body and firmer suspension. Naturally, the Type R made for an exceptional racer, with many victories in Grassroots Motorsports and in Japan's Super Taikyu endurance series. Even after all these years, the car still has a loyal following.
Café Conversations (GT7)[]
Tom Matano[]
This was the first Civic to bear the 'Type R' designation... Kicking off a tradition that has continued to this day. Compared to newer Type Rs, its design seems pure and simple. It is a reminder of all that's changed in the past 25 years, almost like an old sneaker design.
Acquisition[]
| Game | Purchase location | Credits | Other methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Turismo | Honda New Car Dealership | 19,980 | Win the Lightweight Sports Battle Stage |
| Gran Turismo 2 | Honda Used Car Dealership | Approx. 16,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 4 | Late 90's Used Car Dealership | 9,990 | --- |
| Gran Turismo PSP | Honda Dealership | 19,980 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 5 | Honda Dealership (Lv. 0+) | 19,980 | Win the B-Spec FF Challenge |
| Gran Turismo 6 | Honda Dealership | 19,980 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 7 | Used Car Dealership | 55,600 | --- |
Customization[]
Engine Swaps (GT7)[]
| Engine | Price | Version | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| K24A-Civic | 250,000 | v1.48 | --- |
Pictures[]
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