Overview
- The new-generation Civic Type R was seen on Indian roads without camouflage and wearing temporary/TC plates.
- Reports describe the car as likely a privately imported unit rather than evidence of an official India rollout.
- Honda Cars India has stated it will introduce select CBU models in 2025, but it has not identified the Type R for inclusion.
- Globally, the model runs an upgraded 2.0-litre turbo VTEC with a 6-speed manual, with coverage citing outputs of about 311 bhp and 420 Nm.
- Honda highlights a Suzuka front-wheel-drive production-car lap record and track-focused hardware; local analyses say an official import, if considered, would be a niche, high-priced halo offering.