Honda Civic Type R MK1 (EK9)
Description
The first Civic Type R (EK9) was introduced in August 1997, based on the 6th-generation ‘EK’ Civic
The EK9 shared many characteristics with the Integra Type R DC2/ JDM DB8 such as omission of sound deadening and other weight-reduction measures, a hand-ported B16B engine, front helical limited-slip differential and close ratio gearbox. The B16B engine boasted one of the highest power output per litre of all time for a naturally-aspirated engine with 185 PS (136 kW; 182 hp) from 1.6L of engine displacement. For the first time, a strategically seam welded monocoque chassis was used to improve chassis rigidity. The interior featured red seats, red door cards, red Type R floor mats, a titanium shift knob, and a Momo leather-wrapped steering wheel.
In 1998, the Civic Type R Motor Sports edition was released. It came with steel wheels, no air conditioning, no power windows, no power steering, no radio, and came with the standard Type R interior. Type Rx model was given a CD player, body coloured retractable electric door mirrors, power windows, auto air conditioning, keyless entry unlock system, aluminium sports pedals, and a carbon type center panel.
In 2000, Honda based tuning company Spoon Sports designed a N1 racing version of the Type R that had the B16B redline increased from 8400 rpm to 11000 rpm to alow the car to stay within VTEC when shifting.
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Additional information
Model | Honda Civic Type R MK1 (EK9) |
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Production | 1997-2000 |
Segment | C |
Doors | 3 |
Layout | FWD |
Engine Displacement | 1595 cm3 |
Cylinders | L4 |
Induction | Naturally Aspirated |
Fuel | Gasoline |
Fuel System | Multipoint Injection |
Power (hp) | 182 |
Power (kw) | 136 |
Power (@rpm) | @7600 rpm |
Torque (Nm) | 160 |
Torque (@rpm) | @7000 rpm |
0-100km/h | 6,8 |
Top Speed (km/h) | 235 km/h |
Top Speed (mph) | 146 mph |
Consumption (lt/100km) | 7,9 |
CO2 (g/km) | – |
Gearbox | 5 MT |
Weight | 1090 kg |
Length | 4180 mm |
Width | 1695 mm |
Height | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase | 2620 mm |
Front Track | 1475 mm |
Rear Track | 1475 mm |
Boot Space | – |
Tire Size | 195/55 R15 |
Front Brakes | 262 mm Ventilated Discs |
Rear Brakes | 239 mm Discs |