The current king of the Civic lineup for performance is the 2024 Civic Type R (FL5). This front-wheel-drive hot hatch packs a punch with its 2.0-litre VTEC turbocharged engine, cranking out 315 horsepower and 420 Nm of torque. Paired with a slick 6-speed manual gearbox and a limited-slip differential, it rockets from 0-100km/h in just 5.4 seconds-truly the performance pinnacle of the Civic family. What's cool is that the Type R keeps that classic Honda red-top engine's love for high revs, but they've also tweaked the turbo system to boost low-end torque, making it a absolute blast on Malaysia's twisty mountain roads and race tracks. For enthusiasts on a tighter budget who still crave driving fun, the Malaysian market also offers the Civic RS with its 1.5T turbo engine (182hp/240Nm). Throwing on the extra cooling bits from the factory performance kit is a smart move to keep it performing at its best.
