2023 Honda Civic Type R Sets New Lap Record

The Ring. Green Hell. Whatever you call it, the track at Nurburgring is one of the world’s most legendary raceways. Filled with complex and highly technical twists and turns, Germany’s Nurburgring is used to set the standard for speed and capability. Countless cars have taken on the challenge, and this year, one Honda came out on top: the 2023 Civic Type R.

New Civic Type R Blazes Around the Track

It’s the most powerful Honda vehicle ever sold in the United States, but that’s not all that helped the Civic Type R set the record for front-wheel drive vehicles. The model that took on Nurburgring Nordschleife isn’t exactly like one you’d find on the lot at Honda of Burien. Slight modifications to the stock Civic Type R, like Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Connect tires, helped Honda’s fastest car along its way to set the lap record. Finishing the 12.92-mile circuit in just 7 minutes and 44.881 seconds, it’s a testament to Honda engineering at its finest.

Watch as the 2023 Honda Civic Type R shatters previous records at Nurburgring below!

 

Although it received mods to enhance its speed, the Civic Type R that beat the record was equipped with the same powertrain in stock models. A larger, lower hood and grille cool the turbocharged 4-cylinder VTEC engine capable of 315 horsepower. The six-speed manual transmission is more than thrilling; it features an exclusive shift link mechanism that makes shifting smooth, allowing for a quicker response time. Steering is more precise thanks to the MacPherson dual-axis front suspension, aided by the multi-link rear suspension.

As you can see in the record-breaking video, the driver made good use of the enhanced handling around Nurburgring’s challenging corners. Plus, with Brembro brakes and a limited-slip differential, accelerating and cornering feel easier, even at record-breaking speeds. The Civic Type R gets a massive weight reduction due to an aluminum hood, specially-made sport seats, and resin-made hatch that’s 20% lighter than previous models. You’ll love the enhanced visibility in the city or on the highway, and be sure to take advantage of genuine Honda parts found at Honda of Burien to give your Civic Type R the look and feel of a racetrack-worthy sports car.

Find the 2023 Honda Civic Type R in Burien, WA

Although the streets of Burien are a far cry from Nurburgring, you can feel like a racecar driver in your own 2023 Honda Civic Type R. New models are arriving soon, so keep an eye out or contact us to be notified when you can purchase the newly-redesigned Civic Type R.