2021 Honda Civic Type R Touring

The 2021 Civic is a compact car available as a sedan or hatchback, competing with the Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, and Volkswagen Golf. The Civic is known for its sharp steering and composed chassis, making it one of the more engaging cars in its class. The cabin is roomy for the class, with a spacious back seat and a trunk that's generous for a compact, though the hatchback adds versatility. Standard Honda Sensing includes adaptive cruise control and collision mitigation braking, and most trims offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Civic has a strong reliability record, with owners reporting few issues beyond occasional infotainment glitches and Bluetooth dropouts. The Type R Touring is the hardcore hot hatch for enthusiasts who want track-ready performance, while the standard Civic is a sensible daily driver. Its 2.0L I4 makes 306 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, paired exclusively with a six-speed manual driving the front wheels. The adaptive dampers let you switch between a comfortable ride and a stiff track setup, and the limited-slip differential helps put the power down.