Overview
The Honda Civic Type R FL5 is a C-segment hot hatch for drivers who want a front-wheel-drive, six-speed manual performance car with four seats. Launched in 2023, it uses a 1,996 cc petrol engine with 315 hp and costs from RM399,900 in Malaysia.
Civic Type R in 2026 — what's new
The FL5 carries on into 2026 as Malaysia’s single Civic Type R, the 6MT. A 2026 Civic Type R ARTA GT has been shown at the Tokyo Auto Salon, limited to 20 units and inspired by a GT500 racer. Honda Malaysia also runs a January 2026 promotion on 2025 Civic Type R stock, with discounts of up to RM60,000. A new 2027 Civic Type R has debuted with revised aero, cooling and handling, plus faster automatic rev matching.
Verdict
The FL5 is a focused answer to the hot-hatch brief: 315 hp, front-wheel drive and a six-speed manual in a four-seat hatchback. Its RM399,900 price places it above the named petrol performance-hatch rivals, so it is not the low-cost route into the class. The appeal lies in choosing this particular manual Type R formula, rather than seeking the cheapest performance hatch.
Honda Civic Type R dimensions
Representative body-type outline, drawn to scale from the car's length and height.
Variant (1)
RM399,900 · est. from RM4,080/mo
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 315 hp at 6,500 rpm
- Torque
- 420 Nm at 2,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 1,996 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 5.5 seconds
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 410 litres
- Airbags
- 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain)
Previous model years (1)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 315 hp at 6,500 rpm
- Torque
- 420 Nm at 2,600 rpm
- Capacity
- 1,996 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 5.5 seconds
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 410 litres
- Airbags
- 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain)
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Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Championship White Pearl
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Used cars for sale
Honda Civic Type R resale value
What a used Civic Type R holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.
| Year | Trade guide | Typical asking | Holds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | RM241,400 (6) | — |
| 2023 | — | RM228,000 (9) | — |
| 2022 | — | RM249,000 (5) | — |
| 2020 | — | RM199,800 (8) | — |
| 2019 | — | RM195,000 (13) | — |
| 2018 | — | RM176,800 (17) | — |
Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.
Generations
Rivals to consider
same class, similar money
Honda Civic Type R FAQ
How much is the Honda Civic Type R in Malaysia?
The Honda Civic Type R FL5 costs RM399,900 in Malaysia. It is available in one variant, the 6MT.
What do you get in the Honda Civic Type R?
The 6MT gets a 1,996 cc petrol engine producing 315 hp, front-wheel drive, a six-speed manual transmission and four seats.
Is the Honda Civic Type R automatic?
No. The Malaysian Civic Type R FL5 is sold only with a six-speed manual gearbox.
How does the Civic Type R price compare with its rivals?
At RM399,900, it costs more than the Volkswagen Golf R at RM338,812, Renault Megane RS at RM368,888 and Toyota GR Corolla at RM368,950.
