Honda has once again raised the price of the Civic Type R. This beloved hot hatch now costs $800 more than it did last year, which itself was $1,900 more than the 2023 model. The 2025 Type R now has a starting price of $46,690, which includes a $1,095 destination charge.
There are no anticipated changes to the Type R for 2025, leaving it uncertain what buyers are receiving for the additional $800. It might simply be standard economic factors at work, but customers are still restricted to just two colors unless they are willing to pay extra for other paint options. We have contacted Honda to confirm the price increase and understand the reasons behind it.
The FL5 Civic Type R was introduced for the 2023 model year at $43,990 before its initial price hike. Honda explained last year's increase as being due to "higher costs associated with production and logistics." The Civic Type R is equipped with Honda's 315-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, which drives the front wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox, the only transmission option available.
While the Volkswagen Golf R is nearly priced the same, starting at $46,890, the Toyota GR Corolla is significantly cheaper at $37,635 and offers a similar power output and drivetrain configuration, albeit with one less cylinder. In this competitive market, it remains to be seen if the Type R badge can still justify a base price close to $50,000. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
