Things I hate (and love) about my Honda Civic Type R | Top10s

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  • Опубліковано 8 лип 2024
  • Over the course of these videos the Honda Civic Type R has been our trusted companion, and as such we’ve put it to the test in all manner of strange experiments! We’ve tested its speed, comfort, reliability, and most importantly, boot capacity, so I feel well equipped to give you the low down on all the things that really grinds (and oils) my gears about this car!
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  • @theinsideguy4076
    @theinsideguy4076 5 років тому +42

    I remember watching this video last year when I was obsessed with buying one.
    I've now been a proud owner of this car for nearly a year now and I absolutely love it!

  • @JeanV1986
    @JeanV1986 7 років тому +411

    There is just one thing I hate about the Civic Type R: I don't have one.

  • @campanmarius5241
    @campanmarius5241 7 років тому +300

    This review is on the next level of fun.

  • @Maurice_Moss
    @Maurice_Moss 7 років тому +20

    so let's forget about the weird s&m bit at the start

  • @livc444111
    @livc444111 7 років тому +47

    The funniest CarWow video to be fair 😅 The crappy horn sound is because of Japanese noise regulations

    • @carwow
      @carwow  7 років тому +16

      Good knowledge, thanks! Glad you liked it

    • @lucky889s9
      @lucky889s9 Рік тому +1

      But this isn't for JDM. So why they follow that rule in Swindon? Even only 750 were imported into Japan, then importer can modify the horns

  • @SimonJArthur
    @SimonJArthur 7 років тому +8

    I test drove the Type-R and I have to say that I loved the engine note. It has a nice growl to it and then those awesome turbo sounds makes shifting gears epic!

    • @carwow
      @carwow  7 років тому +1

      It made us feel like BTCC drivers. That's a good thing we think.

  • @philipscott1128
    @philipscott1128 7 років тому +63

    6:42 Is that rice?

    • @AdamLeask
      @AdamLeask 7 років тому +21

      Pretty sure that was the "easter egg" in this video.

    • @emjayay
      @emjayay 7 років тому

      You're right! Good call - I missed it. Thanks.

    • @AlienNinjaPuppy
      @AlienNinjaPuppy 7 років тому +2

      Philip Scott lmao. no. if this is rice than i can name other cars that are not japanese rice too

    • @philipscott1128
      @philipscott1128 7 років тому +8

      AlienNinjaPuppy No, there's actual physical rice in the boot at 6:42

    • @kendelion
      @kendelion 7 років тому

      actually ive been seeing lots of rice in cars here! Literal fucking rice at the trunk! I work in a car disassembling company btw

  • @The369Souljaman
    @The369Souljaman 7 років тому +5

    I'm glad he gave it a hug at the end, u can tell he really loves this car. Me and him both

  • @Zerofightervi
    @Zerofightervi 7 років тому +74

    How can people not like Turbo sounds & all that it brings with it?

    • @TassieLorenzo
      @TassieLorenzo 7 років тому +13

      Because lots of revs and instant throttle response is more fun than a turbo. It depends, but for the most part turbo four cylinders are biased to low to mid-range torque and most of them fall flat at high rpm, whereas in my opinion the higher the revs, the harder is should go... more natural. :)

    • @Zerofightervi
      @Zerofightervi 7 років тому +11

      I beg to differ, on boost performance & those dump valve & wastegate sounds are pure motorsport theatre.
      Also you can get revs galore with the right kind of tuning.
      There is no way the VTEC of old could compete with the the current turbocharged competition, never mind pass emission tests.

    • @kristiaan1
      @kristiaan1 7 років тому +2

      I can understand that, but don't tell me having about double the torque of a naturally aspirated engine under your right foot, even with slight delay, isn't intoxicating. otherwise nobody would buy an Evo or a WRX STi. If you're in a proper gear you can absolutely FLY and it makes funny noises on lift-off.

    • @TassieLorenzo
      @TassieLorenzo 7 років тому +4

      Re: Kristian Kopacik.. STis and Evos just aren't as fun as you might think (you can't go flat out everywhere on the road in them, it's excessive and there is no incentive to). Lots of people go from Evos and WRX/STis to Honda Type Rs, S2000s and Toyota 86s (or from Type Rs to STis and back to Type Rs). The whooshy turbo noises are nice, but after 5 minutes driving you don't even notice them anymore, so that's not a big game changer IMO. It's a question of quality vs quantity. You're going flat out every drive in a lower powered car and it's more fun.

    • @arashk1849
      @arashk1849 7 років тому +1

      Zerofightervi i personality want the loud exhaust of non-turbo cars when i put my foot on the pedal but i prefer the turbo sound psssssss when i take it off

  • @DamianSupra
    @DamianSupra 7 років тому +17

    Honda has always made the best shifters, the best fwd track suited cars and pity that the new age requries turbos cause the vtec would've been the most exciting engine in its class. FACTS

    • @niksarass
      @niksarass 7 років тому

      Iceman7 Megane RS

  • @d0718
    @d0718 7 років тому +69

    You shouldn't use teeth when opening a condom, Mat!
    Might end up with tiny Mat-gearknobs running around

    • @carwow
      @carwow  7 років тому +35

      Apparently that's how Asimo was conceived

    • @d0718
      @d0718 7 років тому +1

      carwow oh god

  • @rootsmanuva82
    @rootsmanuva82 7 років тому +3

    The rice in the boot when he lifted up the false floor was absolutely priceless!!!! Lol.

  • @Cameronvial
    @Cameronvial 7 років тому +9

    I adore this car . It is the best Japanese hot hatch you can possibly get.

  • @manciuis
    @manciuis 7 років тому +1

    This is the best review so far, entertaining and informative at the same time, good job carwow.

  • @TheJoeMB
    @TheJoeMB 7 років тому +4

    I'd seriously consider this. To drive, even Pistonheads placed it ahead of the Focus RS for fun. Then because it's a Honda, it will not go wrong. And i love it's insane and crazy looks. Plus the insane engineering behind the scenes.

    • @carwow
      @carwow  7 років тому +4

      You're spot on. People who haven't driven it will say FWD = understeer = boring. We've had a lot more fun in this on track than some supposedly driftier cars. But the Type R is a proper laugh

    • @TheJoeMB
      @TheJoeMB 7 років тому +1

      Awesome!

  • @m2db772
    @m2db772 7 років тому +7

    Carwow happy 2017 cant wait for this years reviews that are to come !

  • @SparksLegend
    @SparksLegend 7 років тому +1

    Love my Civic Type R, so I know exactly what you talking about mate. Also, the random waves and thumbs up you get from strangers as you drive along the freeway is a nice touch

  • @Neuroguitarist
    @Neuroguitarist 7 років тому +2

    Mat, you nailed it! Perfect review!

  • @MrFdfdffdf
    @MrFdfdffdf 7 років тому

    Wasn't on this channel for a while. Forgot how entertaining it is. Keep up the good work :)

  • @derekfinnegan734
    @derekfinnegan734 7 років тому

    Really enjoying the vlogs.
    They are great fun.

  • @roblombardi7099
    @roblombardi7099 7 років тому +1

    Really good video, always entertaining and amusing.

  • @B58J
    @B58J 7 років тому +59

    Him hitting himself is really disturbing

    • @galaxy5801
      @galaxy5801 7 років тому +6

      RB26 But funny 😂

  • @rainsmith92
    @rainsmith92 7 років тому +8

    Owned mine for 5 months now. Agree with everything except the turbo noises, I love hearing it spool and blow off! You're especially right about the scuffing the rims too, mine are a right mess! Also the turning radius absolutely sucks, it's hard to drive in multi story car parks. But apart from that, incredible car I'll be happy to own for the next 10 years!

  • @Kaisuke971
    @Kaisuke971 7 років тому +61

    Lmao you killed me with the Mike Tyson

  • @pjmaginn
    @pjmaginn 4 роки тому

    I will have this car by springtime thanks for the review it was informative + entertaining

  • @galaxy5801
    @galaxy5801 7 років тому +12

    My realistic dream car 😍

  • @TomaszSkwarek83
    @TomaszSkwarek83 7 років тому

    that was awesome !! keep up the good work! !

  • @taggerung890
    @taggerung890 7 років тому +1

    Love the review and love the car! thanks!

  • @meryuk
    @meryuk 7 років тому

    Thanks very much, Mat! A joy to watch

  • @anderskaljas7830
    @anderskaljas7830 7 років тому

    The lengths you go to to prove a point, truly exemplary :D

  • @BelmsterBoy
    @BelmsterBoy 7 років тому +5

    All that rice in the boot at 6:42 - a nod to the civics predecessors

    • @Zero_Ninety
      @Zero_Ninety 7 років тому

      And also the rear wing..

    • @alirzauslu07
      @alirzauslu07 5 років тому +1

      Zero Ninety Im not a honda guy and I love a wingles clean car but that wing is really functional in high speeds and track use

  • @antonwullum1171
    @antonwullum1171 7 років тому +3

    mat you are so funny and i really like to seen your videos well keep going the go work

  • @jcse16
    @jcse16 7 років тому +32

    I thought I was the only one who uses their car to grate cheese!

    • @carwow
      @carwow  7 років тому +29

      Have you got a Nissan Brie-TR? Or a Hyundai Parmesanta Fe?

    • @dontmindme4466
      @dontmindme4466 3 роки тому

      @@carwow oh. my. gosh. never have I EVER seen these extraordinary play on words! Marvelous.

  • @sachinthnandabal6503
    @sachinthnandabal6503 7 років тому +7

    this guy should be on top gear

    • @kobrien4121
      @kobrien4121 6 років тому

      Sachinth Nair Matt, Chris and this guy. Rory could have his job then.

  • @M0N33R
    @M0N33R 7 років тому

    LMAO Matt! Great acting and comparisons :D keep it up!

  • @15october91
    @15october91 7 років тому +91

    Noooooo, please don't compare this car with Trump.

  • @rarindam
    @rarindam 7 років тому

    Both the car and your review brought smiles...

  • @matthew5364
    @matthew5364 5 років тому

    Great humor here 😂good review

  • @rocketman4315
    @rocketman4315 7 років тому

    Haha that mimicked turbo sound killed me! :D

  • @sensiblezoomer
    @sensiblezoomer 7 років тому

    You have properly good cars! 911 and a Type R! Not to mention the fact these videos are so brilliant, and funny and amazing!

  • @UTubeSL
    @UTubeSL 6 років тому

    Really didn't expect to laugh at the horn.... but that is classic!

  • @RaymondLo84
    @RaymondLo84 4 роки тому

    4:30 LOL that explained all Honda sounds so far :D also the fart can noise?:D

  • @jimded
    @jimded 7 років тому

    the most funny review ever, he is one of the few presenters who he is getting better n better by time
    greetings from Greece

    • @carwow
      @carwow  7 років тому

      Thanks! Greetings from London

  • @endoneezer
    @endoneezer 7 років тому +3

    i never will be able to look at a type r gear stick normally ever again

  • @QuranFinder
    @QuranFinder 7 років тому +7

    The horn!!!😂😂😂😂😂

  • @AlfaAddict
    @AlfaAddict 7 років тому +1

    Got to be the only car video ever with reference to Opus Dei. Great!

  • @kalan91
    @kalan91 7 років тому +2

    The infotainment system is actually amazing. It's based on Android and in fact you can install ANY Android app on it (after some digging). It's the only car with in fact limitless possibilities on multimedia system.

    • @carwow
      @carwow  7 років тому +1

      Yeah… but it's still awful. We'd rather have something that works when we want to drive and listen to music than play Candy Crush in traffic. Soz.

    • @richardfellows8525
      @richardfellows8525 2 роки тому

      How do you install any app on it?!

  • @MegaTechGuy
    @MegaTechGuy 7 років тому +4

    "Top 10 thing you like about Type R" Time for the adidas top! haha

  • @automotivemaster1972
    @automotivemaster1972 7 років тому

    I wonder if this FK2 Civic Type R compare to the last Japanese Domestic Market Civic Type R FD2. Which one that you guys prefer?

  • @ernodios
    @ernodios 7 років тому

    Seriously, the horn is VERY important. It definitely should be a MUST in every car review

  • @dylanw9412
    @dylanw9412 7 років тому +30

    Still waiting for the Honda Odyssey Type R.

  • @skyboy123454321
    @skyboy123454321 7 років тому +1

    Those seats looks gorgeous

  • @chelseafc8126
    @chelseafc8126 7 років тому +1

    9:57 I knew he'd run back to it xD

  • @Beyonder1987
    @Beyonder1987 7 років тому +12

    Yo Matt, i think i saw u in my local brothels. I think u took the dungeon service. Miss Bella is supposed to be very mean, ive been told.

    • @carwow
      @carwow  7 років тому +24

      So *that's* what that was on his expenses form

    • @martinallenuk
      @martinallenuk 5 років тому +2

      Never again attempt humour

  • @ahlapski
    @ahlapski 7 років тому +1

    Hey, Mat, what is your next long term car then ??

  • @ArnoldsKtm
    @ArnoldsKtm 3 роки тому +1

    Ahh, the old one looks so weird looking back at this. The front hood is so... straight slope like and it's overall not as aggressive as the new one.

  • @InteriorDesignAnderson
    @InteriorDesignAnderson 7 років тому +27

    The Golf R is the one I'd go for or an Audi S3

    • @giroud9977
      @giroud9977 7 років тому +1

      David Anderson focus RS beats them all

    • @p1eased0nteatme
      @p1eased0nteatme 7 років тому +6

      Giroud And he'd probably still go for the Golf or Audi.

    • @AlienNinjaPuppy
      @AlienNinjaPuppy 7 років тому

      David Anderson if there was a s3 hatch in usa, i would get it. golf r is nice but doesnt look different from regular golf. the type r in usa will be a hatch, and stand out. too bad it wont be awd. so hard to choose lol.

    • @taufiqsuhamin3220
      @taufiqsuhamin3220 7 років тому +3

      +david anderson they r just so unreliable

    • @apex9525
      @apex9525 7 років тому +2

      jamiecivic until the first corner when your rs3 plows off the road with understeer

  • @iot1452
    @iot1452 7 років тому

    Loved the JC bit. 😂

  • @DanTTUDOR
    @DanTTUDOR 7 років тому

    these are quite special reasons for loving and hating a car. Good job!

  • @MCSMIK
    @MCSMIK 7 років тому +1

    I have a normal 1.6 civic and it's great. And comes with a parcel shelf. Same problem in the wet funnily enough and it's not as powerful as R

  • @pUgeciPe
    @pUgeciPe 7 років тому

    tracksuit... nicely done Matt

  • @menger88p
    @menger88p 7 років тому +9

    I wish i had that much experience with condoms. Anyway great review.

  • @euroschlucker
    @euroschlucker 7 років тому

    how comfortable is this car on long jorneys (on the highway)?

  • @TheJoeMB
    @TheJoeMB 7 років тому +9

    I LOLed when he took the condom out.

  • @Monkiimagic
    @Monkiimagic 7 років тому +1

    Why haven't you updated the Infotainment system? It'a really easy to do and massively improves the GUI and it's usability.... First thing I did in my CR-V.

    • @martinallenuk
      @martinallenuk 5 років тому

      Nice attempt to relate to a completely different car.

  • @clivesmith211
    @clivesmith211 7 років тому

    very funny review!

  • @bou212
    @bou212 7 років тому

    plz do more videos like this.

  • @TheBaldMiddleAgedMetalHead
    @TheBaldMiddleAgedMetalHead 7 років тому +3

    I love mine, the only issues i'd say are the front tyre wear is unreal, and the +R mode is way too stiff. Other than that it's epic.

    • @A4ANT
      @A4ANT 7 років тому

      James Healey these are the only things that put me off getting one in the future.. and the fact that it's a 4 seater...

    • @carwow
      @carwow  7 років тому +1

      We got through a set of fronts in 4500 miles, but some of that was down to the carwow olym… summer games.

    • @TheBaldMiddleAgedMetalHead
      @TheBaldMiddleAgedMetalHead 7 років тому +1

      Did you find the Michelin Cup 2 tyres lasted longer?

    • @person2186
      @person2186 6 років тому +1

      James Healey yes Im on cup2 they last more. conti6 or 4s are way too soft tyres for the grip this car generates in the front. and grip=wear

  • @IRAKLINHO10
    @IRAKLINHO10 6 років тому +1

    You guys can talk all you want about the Ford RS, Golf R or the amg. But when you drive this car it's the most fun car ever! Reliable and cheap to buy now. You can get one for 25000€ almost new! Yes I've driven all of the other cars I named earlier but this is my choice!

  • @AmamMcMam
    @AmamMcMam 7 років тому

    4:40 SHOTS FIRED TO THE RICER OMG NOT THE STEEL CHAIR!

  • @hubertfrej5210
    @hubertfrej5210 7 років тому

    Mat which car would you prefer as a weekend car (not track) hothatch like civic R or porsche 996? Why?

    • @carwow
      @carwow  7 років тому +4

      +Hubert Frej for sheer road slaying - the Honda.

  • @onesandzeroes
    @onesandzeroes 6 років тому +1

    This car is epic, despite any shortcomings

  • @Josh-nr6pl
    @Josh-nr6pl 7 років тому

    Hi Matt, I have had my type r now for 3 months in gun metal grey and love it. what type of fuel did you put in it?

    • @p1eased0nteatme
      @p1eased0nteatme 7 років тому

      Josh Horrill I'm guessing 97, turbo engines like these tend to need higher octane fuels to show full potential

    • @Josh-nr6pl
      @Josh-nr6pl 7 років тому

      Cheers, I think it's hard though to notice any real difference

    • @carwow
      @carwow  7 років тому

      Petrol (mostly). Usually 95 with 97 for special treats.

    • @Josh-nr6pl
      @Josh-nr6pl 7 років тому

      carwow Hi, do you notice any less performance with 95? or impact??

  • @nikosgroumpas5725
    @nikosgroumpas5725 7 років тому

    Why didn't you go with the focus rs?

  • @fastlane2914
    @fastlane2914 Рік тому +1

    I still love this car even though it’s getting a bit old.

  • @cikopelo9186
    @cikopelo9186 6 років тому

    Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X is my absolute Dream Car.
    Civic Type R is nice too👍

  • @andersbisgaard1943
    @andersbisgaard1943 7 років тому

    Love the test.. your right in some comments ;) You love it :)

  • @MrPoppyplants
    @MrPoppyplants 7 років тому

    Tracksuit on mention of trackday LOL!

  • @stephanieboyce1678
    @stephanieboyce1678 7 років тому

    Decat the beast to give it that Ep3 exhaust sound please!

  • @yakyoutuby
    @yakyoutuby 7 років тому

    Hooked on Civic, hardly surprising :)

  • @robwightman6357
    @robwightman6357 6 років тому

    Jonny on the gearstick 😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @kchabangu
    @kchabangu 7 років тому

    Who knows the song that is playing at the beginning and end of the video? it keeps playing through the video but it's too short for Shazam to pick it up.
    Thanks

  • @scaredypicker
    @scaredypicker 7 років тому

    It just looks far better than the Focus or the Golf as well. Absolutely love the look of this car...

  • @baileypate9460
    @baileypate9460 6 років тому

    Such a nice car I have always liked them

  • @henryM22x
    @henryM22x 5 років тому

    Type R to Rs4 avant. Well done💪

  • @tiagobernardo6807
    @tiagobernardo6807 5 років тому +1

    this type R looks like a minivan, but it looks so much better and cooler than the current one

  • @lukecinahgv
    @lukecinahgv 5 років тому

    Serious question will a guy my size fitt in the seats?

  • @roadreg1820
    @roadreg1820 7 років тому

    Did Matt just put a condom on the Type R's Gear Knob, or did I imagine that?
    Bloody hilarious!

  • @GeorgeW666
    @GeorgeW666 7 років тому

    So, what's replacing it?

  • @toyota420xp
    @toyota420xp 7 років тому

    the sat nav is crazy easy to use

  • @bongofury3176
    @bongofury3176 6 років тому

    been taking my EP3 out for the fun of it for the last 15 years...

  • @rolieg81
    @rolieg81 7 років тому +1

    omg that condom "gag" was a riot

  • @redriver15262
    @redriver15262 7 років тому

    it looks like a prius thats been to the "Ebay modifications" section alot

  • @AmanJandu
    @AmanJandu 7 років тому +1

    ive changed the horns on my Type R 😂

  • @wimctrfk2
    @wimctrfk2 Рік тому

    Lovely car, i own mine now for 2 years and it's the best decission i ever made.
    I do agree with most of these statements haha.

  • @danesebruno
    @danesebruno 7 років тому +1

    Oh man, Mat is so "free" now

  • @insidertrading1
    @insidertrading1 7 років тому

    Your funniest video to date 😂😂😂😂

  • @andreasmoller9798
    @andreasmoller9798 4 роки тому

    I bought the fk2 type r Today and its amazing

  • @tblsg7435
    @tblsg7435 6 років тому

    😂😂😂😂the horn sounds like my brothers transport car😂😂😂

  • @hondacivicfk2typer135
    @hondacivicfk2typer135 5 місяців тому +1

    Look, I would like you to make a comparison with Honda type R fk2 and type R fk8 🤔?