Powertrain
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine type | DOHC VTEC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder (hand-ported intake/exhaust ports) |
| Engine code | B18C7 |
| Capacity | 1.8L — 1,797cc |
| Compression ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Bore × stroke | 81 × 87.2mm |
| Fuel type | Premium Unleaded (PULP) |
| Fuel supply | Honda Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Max Power | 141kW @ 7,900rpm |
| Max Torque | 178Nm @ 6,300rpm |
| Redline | 8,400rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed close-ratio manual |
| Differential | Limited-slip differential |
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive |
| Performance enhancements | High-lift cam, lightweight intake valves, single-port intake manifold, free-flow exhaust, lightweight balanced crankshaft and connecting rods, oval cross-section dual valve springs, reprogrammed ECU |
Chassis
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Body type | Monocoque with extra reinforcement around wheel arches, roof pillars and suspension mountings |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone (uprated, stiffened settings, increased wishbone arm strength) |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone (uprated, stiffened settings) |
| Stabiliser bars | Front and rear |
| Steering | Speed-responsive power assisted rack and pinion |
| Front brakes | Vented disc |
| Rear brakes | Solid disc |
| ABS — Anti-lock Braking System | Standard |
| Built-in performance rods | Standard |
Exterior
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Body style | 2-door Coupe |
| Bumpers | Body coloured |
| Front chin spoiler | Standard |
| Sculptured rear high wing | Standard |
| Halogen headlights | Standard |
| Power door mirrors | Standard |
| Rear window demister | Standard |
| Rear wiper | Standard |
| Front wipers | 2-speed and intermittent |
| Large bore tuned exhaust | Standard |
Wheels & Tyres
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Wheel size | 15-inch alloy |
| Tyre size | 195/55R15 84V |
| Tyre type | Bridgestone Potenza |
| Spare wheel | Temporary |
Interior
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Front seats | Recaro front seats with red bolsters (on Milano Red, Sunlight Yellow, Starlight Black colours) |
| Rear seats | 50/50 split fold-down |
| Steering wheel | Leather-wrapped MOMO with red stitching, tilt adjustable |
| Gear shift | Short-throw titanium gear shift |
| Pedals | Aluminium sports pedals |
| Instrument panel | Carbon fibre look with white-on-black dials |
| Air conditioning | Standard |
| Central locking | Standard |
| Power windows | Auto up/down — driver |
| Cup holders | 2 × front |
| Glovebox | Illuminated |
| Cargo area light | Standard |
| Heat absorbing windows | Standard |
| Type R individual serial number plaque | Standard |
Active Safety
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | Standard |
| Convex door mirror — passenger side | Standard |
| Hazard warning lights | Standard |
| High mounted stop light | Standard |
| Day/night rear view mirror | Standard |
| Seatbelt reminder — driver | Standard |
Passive Safety
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| SRS airbags | Driver and front passenger |
| Child safety seat anchorages | x2 |
| Fire retardant interior | Standard |
| Laminated front windscreen | Standard |
| Fuel tank roll-over valve | Standard |
| Padded instrument panel | Standard |
| Monocoque body construction | Standard |
| Progressive crumple zones — front and rear | Standard |
| Seatbelts — 3-point ELR (all positions) | Standard |
| Side impact protection beams | Standard |
| Energy absorbing steering column | Standard |
| Door intrusion beams | Standard |
| Seatbelt webbing clamp | Standard |
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Body style | 2-door Coupe |
| Seating capacity | 4 |
| Overall length | 4,395mm |
| Overall width | 1,695mm |
| Overall height | 1,320mm |
| Ground clearance (laden) | 102mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6m |
| Kerb weight (manual) | 1,087kg |
| Fuel tank | 50L |
Warranty
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle warranty | 3 years / 80,000km |
| Rust perforation warranty | 6 years |
Specifications sourced from Honda Australia official brochure. Fuel consumption figures are based on ADR81/02 combined test results unless otherwise noted. Actual results may vary depending on driving conditions and vehicle condition.