The current Honda Civic Type R is one of the best hot hatchbacks out there, but it’s nearing the end of its life cycle. In June, Honda announced the Type R Ultimate Edition for Europe, a limited run of 40 units as sales of the hatch drew to a close in that region. This sparked fears that the Type R would be discontinued in America before the 2026 model year, but we're happy to report that’s not the case. American Honda Motor Co. has just published new pricing information for the 2026 Civic Type R, confirming its continued sale here for at least one more model year. The bad news is another price bump.
Over $4,000 Pricier Than When Originally Launched
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The 2026 Honda Civic Type R will cost you $46,895—or $48,090 when you include the destination charge of $1,195. Add some optional paint and the forged alloy wheels (as available for the 2025 model), and you’ll have to cough up over $50k for the rorty Honda. The latest price increase makes it $1,000 pricier than last year’s model and over $4,000 more expensive than when the car originally launched.
It’s also a lot more expensive than some rivals. The Toyota GR Corolla starts at $39,920 and the Volkswagen Golf GTI (admittedly not as extreme) costs $34,590, while the more powerful Golf R (with 328 horsepower and standard all-wheel drive) isn’t too far ahead at $49,455.
Pricing for sportier Hondas has come under the spotlight recently, most notably with the new Prelude, which starts at $42,000 before destination. However, dealer markups have pushed the coupe’s price to over $60k, and as the Civic Type R enters the twilight of its career, we expect it to be challenging to find one selling at the sticker price.
No Changes For America’s Type R
Kristen Brown
Europe’s Civic Type R Ultimate Edition comes with unique touches like red decals and stripes, a black roof, and special carbon accents inside. But no such changes have been announced for the 2026 model sold here—Honda only shared the pricing. However, we do expect Honda to release a similar special edition for this market closer to the end of the 2026 model year.
Performance is almost certain to be unchanged, not that this is a bad thing. The Type R’s fiery 2.0-liter turbo-four engine makes 315 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. It revs to 7,000 rpm and has been able to haul the hatchback to 60 mph in under five seconds, based on independent testing. Although it’s loud and not especially comfortable, the Type R’s remarkable chassis composure and precise six-speed manual gearbox make for a fantastic driver’s car.
Zac Palmer
With Honda rapidly hybridizing its range, the FL5 could be the last Civic Type R to be powered by a non-electrified powertrain, and it may also be the last manual version of the iconic hatch. Honda hasn’t confirmed anything, but the next Type R could very well have a more powerful version of the Prelude’s hybrid powertrain, complete with that car’s S+ Shift system with simulated gearshifts.
If you want a Civic Type R with a classic manual, the time to buy one is now.