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2019 Honda Civic Type R: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
For 2019, the Honda Civic Type R’s most important change is a set of easier-to-use cabin controls, led by physical touchscreen buttons and a real volume knob. Otherwise, it is largely a carryover with no major performance, styling, safety, or chassis changes.
About the 2019 Honda Civic Type R
10th generation Civic Type R (FK8), second U.S. model year, before the 2020 update.
Honda positioned the Civic Type R as its most serious factory performance car in the U.S., but not as a stripped weekend toy. The pitch was a hot hatch that could handle track days and still work as a practical daily driver, with four seats, hatchback cargo space, navigation, smartphone integration, and a usable ride. Its big differentiator was front-wheel-drive precision, combining a turbocharged engine, specialized suspension, and strong brakes for drivers who value involvement as much as speed.
Touring is the sole U.S. version, combining serious performance hardware with the practicality of a four-door hatchback. It has a 306-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, a 6-speed manual transmission, adaptive suspension, Brembo front brakes, navigation, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a 12-speaker audio system.
What changed, by category
Tech
The 7-inch touchscreen gained physical buttons and a real volume knob. The dual-zone climate system gained dedicated fan-speed buttons, while the steering-wheel controls, electronic parking-brake switch, Bluetooth pairing, and voice-recognition behavior were also revised for easier use.
2019 Honda Civic Type R specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, VTEC, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd w/Automatic Rev-Matching |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg |
| Horsepower | 306 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 46.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.9 in |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| Fog Lights | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2019 Honda Civic Type R?
The main 2019 changes are easier-to-use interior controls. Honda added physical touchscreen buttons, a real volume knob, dedicated climate fan-speed buttons, revised steering-wheel controls, and an updated electronic parking-brake switch.
Was the 2019 Honda Civic Type R redesigned?
No, the 2019 Honda Civic Type R was not redesigned. It remained part of the FK8 generation and carried over without meaningful exterior, structural, or suspension-layout changes.
Did the 2019 Civic Type R get any performance upgrades?
No, the 2019 Civic Type R received no documented engine, transmission, or chassis-hardware upgrades. It retained its 306-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter engine and 6-speed manual transmission.
Does the 2019 Honda Civic Type R have Honda Sensing?
No, Honda Sensing was not included on the 2019 Civic Type R. Honda made that safety suite standard on other Civic Hatchback trims for 2019, but not on the Type R.
Is the 2019 Civic Type R meaningfully different from the 2018 model?
No, the 2019 Civic Type R is not meaningfully different in performance or design from the 2018 model. Its main advantage is a more convenient control layout, especially the touchscreen volume knob and dedicated climate fan-speed buttons.
2019 Honda Civic Type R Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Honda Civic Type R.
4.6
2019 Honda Civic Type R
(97 reviews)
“Take it for a test drive and enjoy the precision engineering and comfort for a performance car.”
“Do it. Great enthusiast car. Lighter and more agile than the STi. More practical than the Veloster N. AWD is not a necessity in my opinion, just buy a set of quality winter tires and smaller wheels.”