Civic Type S
At Paris Salon De L'Automobile





- 1.8 i-VTEC and 2.2 i-CTDi
- Making Civic more fun-to-drive
- High levels of equipment


Sharing the same dynamic silhouette and overall dimensions as the acclaimed 5-door model, the Type S continues to move the Civic range into the premium sector, but in a sportier, more fun-to-drive direction, since it is designed to appeal to a younger audience. The styling is therefore more assertive and the suspension is tuned for sharper chassis dynamics, with revised spring and damper settings and a 20mm wider rear track.

Further emphasizing its sporty nature, 2007 Civic Type S is powered by either a 1.8 liter petrol engine, or a 2.2 liter diesel engine, both of which produce 140 PS (103 kW). Both are combined with a 6-speed manual gearbox with the petrol engine also having the possibility of being mated to a 6-speed i-SHIFT (Automated Manual Transmission).

Two model grades will be offered for 2007 Civic Type S. The extensive specification of the standard Type S includes 17 inch alloys, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), air conditioning, cool box, remote audio controls and curtain airbags. The higher equipped Type S adds dual zone air conditioning, cruise control, front foglights, retractable mirrors, and automatic wipers and headlamps. Certain markets also gain HID headlamps, heated front seats and a panorama glass roof.

Sculpted and fully integrated side skirts flare outwards towards front and rear wheels and seamlessly blend into the wheelarch surrounds familiar from the 5-door model at Civic Type S. These in turn flow into the front and rear spoilers to complete the lower body structure, all of which is finished in a gun metallic colour for added visual appeal. The deep front air intake, together with the 17 inch alloy wheels and wider rear track provide the Type S with a particularly muscular, planted look.

Black Alcantara seating and a leather trimmed steering wheel, both with silver stitching, plus aluminium pedals, set the tone for the equally sporty interior. Large seat bolsters of Civic Type S provide reassuring support during cornering. Mirroring other Civic models, the cabin is focused around the unique and visually arresting Dual Link concept fascia introduced on the 5-door model, in which key driving information, including vehicle speed is displayed in the upper part of the instrument panel, while other information is provided in the lower section.

Although the Civic's coupe-like styling might suggest compromised cabin space, the interior instead succeeds in providing a high degree of flexibility and passenger accommodation. The distance between the hip point of front and rear passengers at 803 mm, for example equates to that in higher segment cars.

The rear seats of Civic Type S also incorporate Honda's familiar one-motion, dive-down feature that instantaneously creates a flat loading space, mirroring that of the Civic. The cargo floor can also be dropped down to reveal an under-floor compartment. A centrally positioned fuel tank located beneath the front seats, rather than impinging on the luggage area, plays a key role in achieving this packaging efficiency.

All Civic Type S models are equipped with ABS, Electronic Brake force Distribution and VSA. In addition, the comprehensive passive safety features include double seatbelt pre-tensioners on both front seats as well as active headrests for protection against dangerous whiplash injury. Front and side SRS airbags for front seat passengers and full length curtain airbags are standard on all models. The instrument display also features an innovative seatbelt reminder for both front and rear seat passengers.