Quick Take
The Honda Civic Type R is the single most consistently represented hot hatch in the Forza Horizon series. Forza Horizon 6 (launching 2026-05-19) has confirmed six Civic Type R generations on the official forza.net car list — including the FL5 making its Forza Horizon debut. FH6 exact stats are unconfirmed as of May 2026.
Key Facts
| Generation | FH5 PI | FH5 Top Speed | FH5 Price | FH6 Confirmed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 EK9 | 553 / C | 243.0 kph | 25,000 Cr | Yes |
| 2004 EP3 | 600 / C | 242.5 kph | 25,000 Cr | Yes |
| 2007 FN2 | 574 / C | 230.7 kph | 20,000 Cr | Yes |
| 2016 FK2 | 699 / B | 286.9 kph | 38,000 Cr | Yes |
| 2018 FK8 | 727 / B | 298.0 kph | 59,000 Cr | Yes |
| 2023 FL5 | — | — | — | Yes (FH6 debut) |
Every Civic Type R generation in Forza at a glance
The Civic Type R nameplate spans seven chassis codes from 1997 to today. Forza Horizon 6 has officially confirmed six of them on the forza.net car list.
| Generation | Years | Engine | Power | Drivetrain | In Forza Horizon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK9 | 1997-2000 | B16B 1.6L NA | 185 PS | FWD | FH5, FH6 |
| EP3 | 2001-2005 | K20A/K20A2 2.0L NA | 200-215 PS | FWD | FH5, FH6 |
| FD2 / FN2 | 2007-2011 | K20A / K20Z4 2.0L NA | 201-225 PS | FWD | FH5, FH6 |
| FK2 | 2015-2017 | K20C1 2.0L turbo | 310 PS | FWD | FH5, FH6 |
| FK8 | 2017-2021 | K20C1 2.0L turbo | 310-320 PS | FWD | FH5, FH6 |
| FL5 | 2022-present | K20C1 2.0L turbo | 320-330 PS | FWD | FH6 only (debut) |
The FL5 is the headline Type R news for Forza Horizon 6 — it was not in FH5 at launch and only joins the Forza Horizon roster with FH6 on 2026-05-19.
Real-world specs: from B16B to K20C1 turbo
The defining Civic Type R story is a switch from naturally-aspirated, high-revving B and K series fours to the turbocharged K20C1 — and a steady climb up the Nürburgring leaderboard.
- EK9 (1997) — B16B 1,595 cc i-VTEC. 185 PS at 8,200 rpm, 160 N·m at 7,500 rpm. Around 1,050-1,070 kg kerb weight. Still the lightest factory Type R ever sold.
- EP3 (2001-2005) — K20A/K20A2 i-VTEC. JDM K20A made 215 PS; UK/European K20A2 made 200 PS. 1,190-1,205 kg, six-speed manual.
- FD2 (2007-2011, JDM sedan) — K20A. 225 PS at 8,000 rpm and 215 N·m. The final naturally aspirated Type R and the only sedan-bodied generation.
- FN2 (2007-2011, EU hatch) — K20Z4, 201 PS at 7,800 rpm.
- FK2 (2015-2017) — first turbocharged Type R. K20C1 1,996 cc, 310 PS at 6,500 rpm and 400 N·m from 2,500-4,500 rpm. Set a 7:50.63 Nürburgring lap — the FWD production record at the time.
- FK8 (2017-2021) — same K20C1 architecture, refined chassis, 310/320 PS. Pushed the FWD Nordschleife record to 7:43.80 in April 2017.
- FL5 (2022-present) — K20C1, 330 PS (243 kW) JDM/EU, 400 N·m, 1,430 kg. Reclaimed the FWD record at 7:44.881 in April 2023.
Forza Horizon 5 in-game stats (verified)
| Stat | 1997 EK9 | 2004 EP3 | 2007 FN2 | 2016 FK2 | 2018 FK8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PI / Class | 553 / C | 600 / C | 574 / C | 699 / B | 727 / B |
| Power | 136 kW | 158 kW | 148 kW | 228 kW | 228 kW |
| Weight | 1,090 kg | 1,190 kg | 1,345 kg | 1,382 kg | 1,414 kg |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Top speed | 243.0 kph | 242.5 kph | 230.7 kph | 286.9 kph | 298.0 kph |
| 0-97 kph | 5.71 s | 6.20 s | 6.32 s | 5.53 s | 4.93 s |
| 0-161 kph | 17.52 s | 15.42 s | 17.62 s | 12.84 s | 11.52 s |
| Lateral G | 0.87 | 0.90 | 0.92 | 0.94 | 0.96 |
| Price | 25,000 Cr | 25,000 Cr | 20,000 Cr | 38,000 Cr | 59,000 Cr |
The turbo K20C1 generations (FK2/FK8) jump roughly 50 kph in top speed and a full class (C to B) over the naturally-aspirated cars.
FL5 note: The 2023 Honda Civic Type R debuts in FH6, where forza.net lists it as Class A but exact PI and in-game figures are unconfirmed as of May 2026.
Which Type R should you pick in Forza Horizon?
- EK9 (1997) — cheapest and lightest at 25,000 Cr / PI 553 (C). Best for retro-class events and the budget-build crowd.
- EP3 / 2004 — bridges the EK9 era at PI 600 (C). Same price as the EK9 but with the K20 platform’s tuning ceiling.
- 2007 (FN2) — cheapest at 20,000 Cr, but also the heaviest NA car at 1,345 kg. Mostly a collector’s pick.
- FK2 (2015/2016) — first turbo Type R. PI 699 / B class stock, 286.9 kph top speed, 0-97 in 5.53 s. The most balanced pick for B-class road racing.
- FK8 (2018) — the FH5 Type R king at PI 727 / B, 298 kph, 4.93 s 0-97. The most tunable of the FH5 Type R lineup.
- FL5 (2023, FH6-exclusive) — confirmed on forza.net as Class A, debuting in Forza Horizon 6 on 2026-05-19. Exact in-game PI and stats are unconfirmed as of May 2026.
FAQ
How many Honda Civic Type R generations are in Forza Horizon 6?
Six are confirmed on the official forza.net FH6 car list: 1997 (EK9), 2004 (EP3), 2007 (FN2), 2015 (FK2), 2018 (FK8), and 2023 (FL5). The 2023 FL5 is the headline new addition over FH5.
Is the 2023 Civic Type R (FL5) in Forza Horizon 5?
No. The FL5 was not in FH5 at any point. It makes its Forza Horizon debut in FH6 on 2026-05-19 and is listed as Class A on forza.net.
Which Civic Type R is fastest in Forza Horizon 5?
The 2018 FK8 is fastest — PI 727 (B class), 298.0 kph top speed and 0-97 kph in 4.93 s. The FK2 is second at 286.9 kph / 5.53 s.
Is the Civic Type R FWD in Forza Horizon?
Yes. Every Civic Type R generation from the EK9 through the FL5 is front-wheel drive in real life and in every Forza Horizon entry.
What engine does the Civic Type R have in FH5?
It depends on generation: EK9 uses the 1.6L B16B NA, EP3/FD2/FN2 use the 2.0L K20-series NA, and the FK2/FK8 (plus FL5 in FH6) use the 2.0L K20C1 turbo making 310-330 PS.
What is the Civic Type R Nürburgring record?
The FK2 set a 7:50.63 FWD record in May 2014, the FK8 lowered it to 7:43.80 in April 2017, and the FL5 reclaimed it at 7:44.881 in April 2023 on the post-2019 longer layout.
How much does the Civic Type R cost in Forza Horizon 5?
Stock prices range from 20,000 Cr (2007) and 25,000 Cr (1997 / 2004) up to 38,000 Cr (2016 FK2) and 59,000 Cr (2018 FK8).