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For 2021, Honda is making its Type R Civic lighter and faster, releasing the Type R Limited Edition. That’s not accomplished through anything under the hood as power still comes from the stock race-bred 2.0-liter direct-injected and turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. Its output remains fixed at 306 horsepower.
Where this racer’s alterations can be seen is in weight-savings. Eighteen pounds are shed thanks to lightweight, forged BBS aluminum wheels. Another twenty-eight is taken out thanks to reduced sound deadening and the removal of non-essential items for trackday fun, including the rear wiper, tonneau cover and rear heater ducts.
The cars’ only mechanical changes are special dampers along with a recalibration of the steering to give drivers maximum control.
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Visually, it’ll be hard to miss the special run of vehicles. They all get an exclusive Phoenix Yellow paint, harkening back to previous Type R models. The striking hue is offset with gloss paint on the roof, mirror caps and intake vent on the hood. Around back, the rear Civic badge gets a dark chrome treatment. A numbered serial plate will mark each car on the interior.
Honda hasn’t announced pricing but has stated the limited edition will only be available to U.S. customers.