2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo - All you need to know

Arguably the sportiest compact sedan on the market today, the 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT is one of the most iconic and most sought-after nameplates in Honda’s local lineup. Just recently, Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) announced the introduction of the ignite red metallic color option exclusive only to the RS Turbo CVT variant. This new colorway is aimed to “further enhance the sporty appearance of Honda’s C-Segment sedan” and strengthen Honda’s foothold in the local automotive industry.

The 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT is the product of putting together years of racing experience and engineering innovation to make a roadworthy performance-oriented vehicle. This 10th-generation sporty four-door compact sedan is built to embody Honda’s sporty heritage that was started by the 90s legend Civic SiR and is kept alive by the ultra-modern Civic RS Turbo CVT. The 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT is packed with all the right stuff, from the latest iteration of Honda’s VTEC engine to the most advanced driving technology. Here’s everything you need to know about Honda’s sportiest sedan to date.

Before we begin, here’s a quick look at how the 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT compares with its stablemates.

Honda Civic 1.8 S CVT	1,115,000
Honda Civic 1.8 E CVT	1,185,000
Honda Civic 1.5 RS Turbo CVT	1,608,000

Here are the full engine specs of the 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT:

Engine	Earth Dreams Technology DOHC VTEC Turbo
Fuel Supply System	Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
Displacement	1,498 cc
Maximum Power	173 hp / 5,500 rpm
Maximum Torque	220 Nm / 1,700-5,500 rpm
Bore & Stroke	73 x 89.5 mm
Compression Ratio	10.6:1
Transmission	Earth Dreams Technology Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Fuel Tank Capacity	47L
Emission Rating	EURO 4
Drive System	Front Wheel Drive
Turbo Type	Single Scroll
Size of Turbo	MHI TD025
Boost Pressure	215kPa (Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure)
Waste Gate Type	Internal
Blow Off Valve	Installed in Turbocharger Piping

Exterior

One of the 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT’s most striking exterior features is its low and wide stance which gives the RS Turbo CVT its aggressive and dominating appearance. It also boasts sharp and defined character lines for a dynamic yet sophisticated look.

At the front, the 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT offers an RS design high gloss black front grille complete with the red RS badge, LED headlights paired with LED daytime running lights, LED fog lights, door mirror integrated (LED) side turn signal lights, and LED taillamps. This full suite of LED lights is paired with a relatively flashy RS design rear end spoiler and an 18-inch Berlina Black RS Alloy Wheels.

For more details, here are the full-dimensional specs of the 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT 

Length	4,649 mm
Width	1,799 mm
Height	1,416 mm
Wheelbase	2,698 mm
Ground Clearance	133 mm

Interior

Inside the cabin, the 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT specs sheet boasts a full leather interior finish found on the seats as well as on several other interior trims that not only gives the Japanese car manufacturer’s sporty sedan a premium feel but also exudes class and sophistication. You’ll also find contrasting stitches and sport seat designs paired with a digital instrument panel and a seven-inch touchscreen advanced display panel that’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto ready. The infotainment system offers Bluetooth, two USB ports, HDMI-in, and iPod & iPhone Connectivity. Audio is delivered through six speakers while air conditioning can be controlled via a dual-zone automatic technology. Oh, and you’ll find a rear seat armrest complete with foldable cup holders.

Safety

It’s only befitting that a compact sedan this powerful is equipped with a full suite of safety features to match. The 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT is outfitted with Honda’s G-Force Control (G-CON) frame that protects the driver and its passengers from a head-on collision. You’re also getting airbags at the front, on the side, as well as on the side curtains providing everyone with complete protection.

Here are also some of the safety features the 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT has to offer:

• Walk away auto-lock
• Electronic parking brake (EPB) and auto brake hold (ABH)
• Vehicle stability assistant (VSA)
• Hill start assist (HSA)
• Multi-view reverse camera
• Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD)
• Emergency stop signal (ESS)

Competitors

The 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT faces tough competition in the likes of the Mazda 3 which offers relatively sleek exterior and an engine to match. However, in our own humble opinion, the 2020 Honda Civic RS Turbo CVT still is the better option with all the bells and whistles at a reasonable price.

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