By Jamie White – Head of Communications
Advanced testing and aerodynamic development have been taking place to ensure the new Honda Civic Type R is ready to take the new car market by storm when it is released this year.
The all-new British built Honda Civic Type R – which will make its world premiere at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show – will feature a host of eye-catching design enhancements.
The superior aerodynamic performance helps make the most of the Civic Type R’s 2.0 litre direct injection VTEC TURBO engine, enabling the car to achieve a top speed of 167mph.
A new, almost completely flat underside aids airflow under the vehicle and combines with a rear diffuser to optimise downforce. A bespoke rear wing gives the car enhanced visual presence and delivers powerful additional downforce.
A wide front splitter and deep side skirts also manage airflow and reduce lift, while the front bumper has been shaped specifically to inhibit air turbulence around the front wheels, cutting drag and enhancing high-speed stability.
To help the driver manage the Type R’s power, the car is equipped with a high performance Brembo brake package, developed specifically for the car. At the front, four-piston calipers apply braking force to 350 mm drilled discs. New 19-inch alloy wheels, unique to the Type R, complement the visual changes, filling the wheel arches and accommodating the larger brakes.
Heat management was another major focus for the design team, influencing several prominent external design modifications.
The Civic Type R will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, which takes place between March 3rd and 15th, in Championship White.
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