2023 Honda Civic Type R - Brutally Honest 1-Year Ownership Review

The 2023 Honda Civic Type R isn't perfect, but by unplugging a few things and installing Integra Type S parts you, can get darn close.

265/35R18 Falken Azenis FK460 A/S Tires
BRAID Fullrace FF Wheels - 18x9.5 5x120 +50mm offset, 64.1mm CB https://teamilluminata.com/collections/braid-wheels
Acura Integra ITS ADS Unit - Acura (39381-31M-A03)
Exhaust valve locked open: https://www.civicxi.com/forum/threads/fl5-stock-exhaust-valve-fuse-pulled-always-open-exterior-sound-clips.51819/
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Disabled active sound control
315 horsepower @ 6500 rpm, 310 lb-ft of torque from 2600 to 4000 rpm
6-Speed Manual Transmission
Curb weight: 3188 lbs
MPG: 22 City / 28 Highway
MSRP: $44,390

0:00 Intro
0:38 Current state of car
3:30 Complaints
4:32 How to fix carplay/infotainment problems
6:35 Continued Thoughts
8:43 Favorite Mods
12:38 Driving Impressions
15:13 Fun Factor & Value
17:57 Final Thoughts
21:51 vs. Integra Type S
23:49 Rock guards


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