Yellow 2021 Honda Civic Type R for sale in Java

The 2021 Honda Civic Type R for buyers

We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2021 Honda Civic Type R for sale by us right now. This page puts the 2021 Honda Civic Type R in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.

A buyer's checks

A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Owners filed 161 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering, forward collision avoidance and electrical system; have those parts checked. There are 4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done.

Specs, explained

Power comes from the 1.5L 4-cylinder turbo, driving through an automatic (CVT). The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.

A combined rating of 6.9 L/100 km works out to about 21 litres per 300 km. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $10.70. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$1,950 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Best uses

It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.

What to expect from the Civic

Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk. The EPA measures its luggage space at 736 litres, roughly bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.

A longer test drive

Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Try the Civic on your commute, then decide.

Picking a year and a trim

Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.

Running costs

A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $107 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$1,950 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Java and the Civic

If you need it in Java itself, send a request and we will tell you honestly whether we can help. CarmaCars is based in Toronto, about 1,072 km from Java, and does not deliver there.

Questions first?

Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.