2020 Honda Civic Type R - POV Review
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
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2020 Honda Civic Type R
MSRP: From $36,995
Horsepower: 306 hp
Engine: 2.0 L 4-cylinder
Curb weight: 3,121 lbs
MPG: 22 city / 28 highway
Torque: 295 lb-ft
0:00 Intro, walkaround, features, specs
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5:31 POV Driving Impressions
18:55 Sound System Test
22:14 Final Thoughts
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Looking forward to hearing all your thoughts on this one. I still wish they brought the Sport Line trim to the US. The blacked out interior, smaller 19" wheels and spoiler would be perfect... Also big thanks to www.fantomwallet.com/ for sponsoring this video! For the next 90 days use the code TOPHER15 at checkout for 15% off your order.
Honda does the interior so well on the Type R. The shift knob and steering wheel are absolutely gorgeous.
They look good but don’t feel good
Front looks great to mee, outside, baz back is teriblle
Steering wheel doesn’t look good IMO. Three spoke all day. Look at the old type r cars on how to do wheels
The red is so ugly its way over done
@@Jiggy609 they did that because thats a heritage thing like the old type r
“Losing my phone here, too much acceleration.” Man, if I had a nickel for every time I’ve had to fish my phone out from under my seat when I park for that very reason.
😂😂
Engineers need to stop with artificial noise being pumped in through speakers. So stupid! Just make the car sound naturally good
you cant with turbo engines
@@rawjor that’s just not true
It’s noise and pollution regulations that ruin cars sound.
Also modern sound insulation makes it difficult to hear that sound
@@user-ns3si7hw1t Yup, ruins it for everyone except the everyone who have to listen to your hooning ass drive by at 3am.
It's good to see car makers making different designs. Everyone says they are bored of the same new designs then hates it when someone does something different
You are the reason I click my feet to knock off dirt every single time I get in any car
I did that since i started driving. When i saw him do it too, i was like oh im not the only one
Excellent review! Just picked up a 2020 Type R in Sonic Gray Pearl a couple of days ago and I'm loving every mile in it!
how has the car been? Any issues with it so far?
@@winds1010 I had a check engine light related to the evap system, but everything was covered under warranty. Other than that, no issues and it's been a blast! I just wish my daily commute was more exciting!
I can't wait to drive this car as an adult.
I hope your parents are rich
@@V1ralB1ack the car isn’t worth much I’m pretty sure it’s like 30,000
The lost it’s 38k base msrp but with options and dealer mark ups it can easily go up to 45k.
@@caglioso still not that much that petty good for what the car is
The lost I agree I think it’s still a good value anything close to 40k
Watching your glowing reviews for the Type R have helped me in deciding to pull the trigger on a '21 Boost Blue. I'll be taking delivery around the end of the month. Thank you for providing your insight!
Definitely worth it! I waited almost 6 months and I can say its worth the wait.
Picked up my 2020 Type R about a month ago, i’m in love with it!
Gorgeous! Congrats!
My boys engine damage the 4 piston twice. Dealer said the rain getting in through the hood it's what's causing the damage. Good luck wit yours. O he's not the only one with that problem.✌🏽
@@stateofmind4341 lol and fanboys always say its so undestructable
@@danielr.8345 Good car though. If we had the euro Verizon i would have got one. Change exuast and 350 wheel and 350 torque
✌🏽✌🏽
@@danielr.8345 to be fair nothing can beat rain
"and that was in comfort mode" flex on em son
You must really love doing reviews on this Type R. You're one of the reasons why I went out and bought a Sonic Grey Pearl. Lots of fun for the past month and only 300 miles driven so far.
Dude he's the exact reason I got my SGP type R as well!
Drove 1000miles in 2weeks... I always want to take the car out for a drive because it makes me smile every time! Such a great car
I drive a turbocharger Veloster on my channel
Same here! Drove it from TX to CA. Up to 25k markup in CA sheeesh
I was thinking about trading her in after almost 2 years but after watching your video all over again, I think I'm keeping her. I've only got 2,000 miles on it.
This is a one of a kind car and soon to be a piece of history in its owners hands.
Got this car, it’s REALLY awesome... the engine just keeps on pushing... The car STICKS on the ground,I laughed like a crazy person many times while driving.
Edit: $5000 brembo brake BITES like crazy. I took it on a road trip and as someone who’s 6’1, I was able to stretch out completely(took a 5hr nap)
Just get an exhaust if you can’t hear the car. I think it sounds stupid
For the money, you shouldn't have to.
@@EminentLine I agree, although I would start with deleting the resonator. Try to save some money maybe the solution?
IMO if the driver can't distinguish between the real exhaust sound and the sound from the speakers, then he doesn't need to hear it in the first place
but I will let it slide if I can toggle it off
@@EminentLine exactly thats literally the only knock i give the type r. Beautiful, fun to drive, made well, but your overpaying for what it offers.
@@EminentLine Cuz dealerships are doing 15K marke ups. So a 35K car turn into 50k out the door. Might as well buy a v8 at that point.
Subbed simply because you put a time stamp on the paid promotion, thanks my guy!
That colour is so "GOOD MORNING EVERYONE!" 😬
Good morning papa smurf
I love it also the type of person to drop 40k on a dumb color
@@a.j.stafford5857 Best color, shit take, also unpopular opinion lmao
Amazing color
I think the blue looks stunning, but i feel like that is the type of colour that will start being annoying after a few months...
I can literally feel the pull just by watching 😂
Dude, very professional POV review--the sponsor-shout out was also a nice touch. I want one of these so bad; felt as though I was driving the car/living vicariously through you, my good-man! Well done!
It really breaks my heart you didn’t push this beauty past 90
U can’t really do 90+ on UA-cam on public roads
Basically filming yourself doing a crime. Best to keep a good profile
But he’s driving in kph 😉
@@bat1sta980 no he’s not 😂🤦🏾♂️
The Honda Civic type r is a fine peace of art
6:06
"Honda implements engine noise through the speakers"
Me driving my EK with a 3" exhaust at 3am
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Let me play the sound of my people... lol
This was literally me and my boys all the time.
I always got noise complaints sent to my parents house LOL
EP3 is what I’m gonna get
3” exhaust on my S2000 makes people mad. lol. Had the local track tell me it was too loud to race when I was Catless. They still want me to put a turn down tip on it too. Haha
Saving up to get an older Honda Civic or accord should be reaching my goals soon
Nice!
Nice bro hope you get one soon
I got a 95 accord for 1200$ 70K miles
U go dude
@@saucon751 whoa can u send me how much it will coast to get it
I was watching your type R videos before I had one. Here I am still watching as one sits in my driveway.
I got the same boosted blue also and the im not even a honda guy
Just ordered mine and I wanna cry I'm so happy.
Did you order online through a honda dealer or did you have to call the dealer? Did you have to pay a mark up?
The interior is absolutely stunning.
That color is definitely catchy and great to look at. There is a new color on the 21 Lexus IS just like that called "Grecian Water" and it also look great. This car is fun and quirky and as Chris said the power is effortless! Unfortunately ever dealer stay marking them up thousands of dollars deterring people to buy.
Boost blue is nitrous blue after the copy right expired don’t @ me
The active sound control actually does not sound to bad in this type R. The the Civic Si on the other hand sounded horrible....
I have one and you eventually get used to it
Buddy good to see again and i really love this car this 2020 Honda Civic Tyre R one of my fav car.
Love the foot clap before getting in , shows you appreciate your buy.
I’m a Subaru fanboy. I don’t care what anyone says- this Type R is GORGEOUS. I LOVE looking at it and would love to drive one
I’ve been obsessing over this car for so long
I’ve been saving up for it for almost 3 years now
its well worth it i have the 2019 as a daily, good fun always and seems to never get old
It’s the perfect car in every aspect IMO
@@jeffreydejong9180 except for its ticking engine, Tonka toy body panels, and fake sound...
@@XxThemanwhoisxX I’ve recently bought a new Accord Sport as a daily and considering trading for a type r, any issues or concerns commuting and keeping up with maintenance?
@@hushmymother8987 it is a Honda.
Was waiting for your review on the 2020 🔥 Thanks Topher!! Can’t wait to get this in a couple of months
I love how he taps his shoes😂
I live in Florida and there is sand everywhere so I do this every time I get in my Mazda 6t 😂 my friends pick on me about it
CTR will forever and always be the king of FWD cars and hot hatches.
This will always be my dream car. Thanks Topher👍👍
Never stop driving this car I will for ever watch these type r videos
Back when the FK8 was first released, I was in the WRX/STI scene then. I remember one of the member's husband brought his FK8 and Subaru people bagging on it because of its wrong wheel drive yadda yadda. I loved it then and love it today even though I have an FL5. I think the type R's are something special, and not in a "dont drive them, preserve them" kind of way but they have the secret sauce in being the perfect drivers car WHILE ALSO being fast.
After watching your review on the 2019 Accord, I bought a 2019 Accord. After watching your review on the 2020 Type R, I bought a 2021 Type R. Love the vids man, great car reviews
I love your reviews keep the good work up
Entering the Civic
*tap tap*
This man respects the car
Ugh I hate pumped in audio. Thats a deal breaker on any car if it cant be disabled, imo. Good thing I cant afford a new one! Maybe the used one will become reasonable in a year or so... =(
Edit: Commented too early, it can be disabled, yay!
I’m 16 and I love this car I know how to drive pretty well and I’m thinking about buying this as a first car.
Ya
Even I want the car I am 16 too
Ahah good luck with the insurance lad
@@scott8047 im gonna split the insurance with my sister and dad, still very expensive though
Is it a manual
My only complaint about this car is the 3000 RPM in sixth gear at 80mph, I think 6th gear should be tuned like the SI's where it's very tall to keep the drone down. But besides that WOW what an amazing car!! I'm turning 22 soon, I really hope I can save up to buy one of these cars in the next 5 years.
These videos are really relaxing for some reason
i like your style! good job.
i'm planning to buy one for an out of town project. black is the only color for me because it hides the fake black vents.
now this 2020 type r is the deal i really want a 2023 type r but dealers asking 60k and u can pick up a 2020 with low miles for good deal now thinking if i should jus get the 2020 or hold out and wait for fl5 to go down little
Had a '02 Jetta that I liked but was costing me more money than what it was worth. When I got my job at a dairy plant I went out and bought a 08' Civic because one the Jetta was costing me too much and two I like how good Honda makes their vehicles and they are marketed as being quite reliable. Buying the 2008 Civic was a good purchase. The car was in good shape for the age and the powertrain was expected at this price point-still like new. It was great and extremely reliable. Literally the only shop work was oil changes and suspension that I just out of the blue wanted to be done just because. In 2018 I was driving my car in a snow storm to get to work at 9pm and ended up smashing into a tree. I was surprised how well the car took the blow. I was doing 60 MPH and when I hit the tree it was like nothing and was expecting a lot worst. I like Honda and under consideration will look into their options for a new car. They are good value and they make great reliable cars. After losing my '08 Honda I went and bought a '14 Civic. Their cars and especially their engines are awesome. I highly prefer Honda as a good company as they are extremely reliable but also safe to use.
Just bought a Crystal Black Pearl 2020 CTR on Sunday 😬
Black looks so clean on the CTR, great choice.
Best color in my opinion. So jealous my guy!
Congrats
Congratulations Andrew
Welcome to the Type R family
Tight! I'm feeling it
Got my boost blue pearl 2020 type r about 6 months ago now. Totally love it. That said if you don’t plan on taking to a track don’t waste your money ms as well get a loaded si. I had a 2018 before this they are nice and pretty fast too but nothing like the type r. This car is a track focused and tuned car that can live just fine in most city day to day driving . It’s not what it’s designed for though . I had the chance a couple of months ago to use mine on an amazing track here in the Okanagan valley called area 27. Wow 😮 let me tell you the difference between ripping around on lonely back roads and or trying to race the Subaru that pulled up beside you at a light and driving this car wide open on a track is black and white literally. You quickly learn what this car can do really well and what it’s just ok at . Striaght line performance it’s pretty good but where it shows shines are rumple to rumple get my drift ! No pun. I was hitting speeds nodding towards 200k and tossing it into corners 130 k pulling through those corners like it was literally glued to the road. Watch Chris Harris Drive when he takes on a 500hp plus new Lexus ( stig at the wheel) at the track and you’ll see he too agrees with me on the superior handling this new Civic has over nearly all the FWD class hot hatch competition . Like the GTI, Hyundai Type N velsoter , Audi rs3 , etc... The 2020 civic type r still holds the front wheel drive record at the Nurburgring ring at 7:43 sec. that says a lot believe me . Yes there are some really cool features I don’t use them but someone might ! It comes totally loaded no options are available . The Ford Focus rs is the same though and it comes with 18 inch winter tire package I thought was cool . I also owned the RS and was one of the first to get one here in BC. I loved it too except a few issues the suspension sucked like a 3/4 ton truck and the passenger seat didn’t adjust up or down my son ,literally could not sit in the car. They had issues with the motor as well so I am glad I sold it. Thanks for the review but next time take it to the track drive it there believe me it’s loud enough! My only compliant of the new type r is those damn sticjky tires I liked the Michelin pro pilot cup 2 tires better myself they were stock on my RS and also good enough for a Porsche 911 GT 3 RS so ? These continental tires are so sticky that they pick up little stones every where u drive done times they toss those little stones into your brakes . Has happened to me 4 or 5 times now and Jesus what a squeal coming from the from wheels . Drive backwards and slam the brakes a few times and they are ok again but this does occur a lot! I personally hated the rev matching I like to double clutch myself and take care of that especially at the track because I also use engine braking to set up for gear and slow for corner . If you love over reving the motor leave it on. I had rev matching in my AMG E63 and that worked awesome with the paddles . Just tends to over do it a bunch in this car . On track at least area 27 here it’s about 5 km long with 14 corners I would use mostly 2 , 3 rd and 4th revs keep in the sweet spot 3500 to 4500 and whistle all the way up to about 6000 to 6500 . After that it’s a waste .
Morale of this long tail is I totally love this car can’t wait to get back to our track with it ! Until then ya it’s a fun family car with a firm ride . Ps , I also totally love those seats, and that steering wheel doesn’t wear well BTW . My 10 and 4 are totally smooth now . Minor in my mind ! I get incredible mileage actually even including a full day of tracking used 2 full tanks there , my average over 8,000 km or 5000 miles is 9.6 litres per hundred . 9 is 30 mpg in imperial . On a Hwy trip to Kelowna and back I average about 6.3 or so plus or minus a bit. 7.1 to Vancouver and back 1000km and 4 mountain passes from sea level up over 7000 feet. Not mentioned is my average speed not 90 lets just say! Kph omg course. Our posted limit is 120 anyways , it’s about 75 mph aprox. I was surprised 😮 I drove all the way to Vancouver 460km and had about 1/4 tank left . Same in my way back. I only use 91 and on track 94 octane .
This dude is the Bob Ross of car reviews
No cap I’m getting this car this year no doubt in white or black probably white
my dream car🥺
Am I the only one wondering how any of your videos aren't used against you in a court of law for traveling 80+mph on highways, or 70+ on two-lane back roads?
On a serious note, though - I already wanted one, just can't currently afford one. My 2020 Si will just have to do, for now. Thank you for making this review.
The Civic Type R is an amazing car
Best hot hatch ever!
For this price range, best one ever is A45s AMG
@@SM-1010 Nahhh that car drives like a pig
@@SM-1010 you want any reliability?
BASITH PH no it doesn’t lol
Mercy - PUBGM Mercedes Benz has overall average reliability and u don’t buy cars like that for reliability. U get more tech, luxury and power so it’s much better
sold my 2019 type r because i had to leave the country... it makes me cry watching this video..
Great video man, also nice meeting you today at the gas station :)
Thanks Gautham, glad you said hello! The GT350R will be going up soon 👍
5:58 If they “can’t here there type r” just put a after market exhaust, that simple.
Been looking forward to this video since I saw the Type R on your Instagram, my favorite car reviewed by my favorite car reviewer :)
This car never fails to put a smile on my face. What a Masterpiece 😎
That blue color is just insanely good. I might get this when I’m 16 instead of my current choice, just exceptional
man you reviews are always great.
I own a s2000 and I love it I still have it. Was going to buy a type R but I went with a 2020 Subaru WRX STI. To me is still a civic. Might be fast in corners but that's pretty much it....
2020 Type R 306hp FWD, sounds like a civic no exhaust, I hate the rev hang, over price.
2020 Subaru WRX STI. AWD, snow, dirt, rumble exhaust, no rev hang, 310hp. No mark up.
I literally live in winter. If Honda would make an AWD version of this, they would have my money.
VW Golf was literally designed for you.
@@Matt-sn2ub The issue is Volkswagen reliability and customer service likely.
@@Matt-sn2ub I don't really like the design of the Golf
@@alh06 Volkswagen and all other german cars are about preventive maintence... Stop spouting the echo chambers you goof.
Just get a set of 18" wheels with snow tires for the winter
I see your fast growing channel. bravo bro
My CTR is in the shop for PPF. I miss it so I'm watching Topher's POVs lol.
nice having some sound system test
Haven't had a chance to drive the new one but I've always felt the Civic has the best on center steering feel in the segment which will come in handy with how much power this new one sends to the front wheels.
That on center feel is amazing on the highway. No constant micro corrections needed.
I’m happy to be looking at a 2014 si coupe :D
Just drove in my cousins type R yesterday. Quick little compact! Not bad at all.
Great review! The 2020 Civic brings a lot to the table!
That is my favorite color in the Type-R, this blue is what I would get, it reminds me of the '99 and 2000 Civic Si. I want to drive one of these so bad!
Chris from honda here. Type r future
The fantom wallet and the touchguard look amazing!
Loved the video man 🔥🔥❤️
Your video offers probably the greatest comparison across all the car your selected. I am comparing back to back the wind noise in this vs the GTI. Both from your video, in the same highway segment at the same speed. Great Great content.
which is a quieter cabin? doesn't it depend on video audio gain and volume too?
@@antonroux6737 With the same mic, same setup, same computer, and the same speaker and volume. I think the comparison is pretty fair. Especially he is driving on almost the same route for all the test drives.
@@xuhan4682 totally agree that all things being equal it would be a fair comparison, but I'm not sure we know that all things are equal. For example, having done some video editing myself, I have sometimes adjusted the audio gain for particular footage. You should ask him if everything was equal or not, then you will know for sure!!!
The perfect car for a 40 year old who wants to feel like a cool college kid again.
Just bought a 2020 sti a month ago. This was one of my options but unfortunately my wife doesnt like tte way it looks. Im super happy with my sti. Just put a tomei cbe. Im in love 😁😁😁
I need more money 😭😭😭
I love how the number one complaint is the awful wheels. I’m with you guys. My question is unrelated in the sense of another auto maker. Porsche. Am I the only one that thinks it’s INSANE to see a tinnnyy Cayman with 20’s? 911’s with 21’s? I know Porsche’s are monsters, but I would think 18’s or 19’s max would benefit ride and acceleration.
See, for normal cars, I fully agree with you there. Big massive wheels are not necessary, and 18's are the absolute perfect for those. But for monsters like Porsche's? It's less about looks and more about fitting bigger brakes. You can get much bigger brakes behind a 21" wheel compared to a 18" wheel
I have a 2014 civic si right now but this is the car I’m planning on getting next. Hopefully within the next year or so
I'm going to say it. The K20 is been out for a long time. It just had some small tweaks to it to accommodate the current technologies
Really love this new shift knob. looks better than the round one imo.
Amazing Review Hope ican get one in the Near future
Can't find any 2020 or even a `21 without heavy dealer markups right now it seems with production having been interrupted.
Engineer: hey, customers don't like that they can't hear the car on the track...
Honda Corporate bean counter Engineer: ok?
engineer: why not do an active exhaust as Hyundai has now?
Honda Corporate bean counter Engineer: naw.. just pump in fake engine noises through the speakers.
💀
Came here to check this out I’m having trouble with choosing either Nissan 350z, Toyota Supra mk5 or civic type r
Do you happen to know if you're going to, want to, or plan to review the new 2021 Venza? It seems like an amazing car, but your style of reviews just print new eyes on all cars. Cheers!
i think they did a better on job on the active noise in the Type R than the Si. I think we can all agree on it.
Really good review. What I don't like is that Honda lets you build the car on their website with all the features you want but you can't actually order and buy it. There's also no local stock anywhere either. Makes no sense to me because it's like they don't want to sell the car.
As someone who owns a 2020 MY19, I'm glad I got that variant that doesn't have the piped in noise. What on earth was Honda thinking?
It's really not bad at all in sport. In R mode it's noticeable but who cares when you're focusing on shredding!
I really love everything about this car but I’m keeping myself from buying it just because I know the gas mileage is not good. Not used as an everyday commuting car, maybe in the future I’ll be able to purchase a sports car such as this just for driving around and having fun as I’m sure lots of people do it that way. 😊
You are the reason I bought a 21. If you would buy one that was enough to put me over. Wish it had heated seats but thats an easy fix. That you for doing this review!
this car doesn't need heated seats. you get on it enough and the cabin gets warm.
I like the foot taps 10/10
Red on steering & wing wheel need to go. Love the blue exterior and red seat belts
If only your audio would be better to get a better feel of the engine sound. I don't know how Tedward does it, but his audio is so much better...
This Blue color is my favorite color on the type R.
didn't know about that rear "vent" change to make it deeper. that actually makes a big difference
Oh I early I love your videos so much man 🙏🏼🙏🏼
I still think Sonic Gray Pearl is THE color to get on these new Type-Rs, but I do agree with your comments regarding the Boost Blue color.
That Gray paint fits the car perfectly
Too bland IMO, I prefer blue, black, or red. Also the yellow because it looks like Pikachu.
SGP looks awesome on the Type R!
@@jimmypena2442 yellow with red interior? McDonalds. Red is great but with the red interior + badging + brakes… god forbid one day you decide to wear red shoes or a shirt lol …as for blck (CBP) could ve good if you want to hide some of the crazy styling, but if you want to hide the crazy styling then why are you wasting your money? Save it for a 2023. Other than that, black is regular traffic.