A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Dzire starts ZAR 791,700 cheaperCivic Type R from ZAR 1,021,600 · Dzire from ZAR 229,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Maximum Power
315 kW
60 kW @ 5700 rpm
Maximum Torque
420 Nm
112 Nm @ 4300 rpm
Engine Size
1996 cc
1197 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
12 km/l
21.7 km/l
Ground Clearance
130 mm
145 mm
Boot / Load Bay
410 l
378 l
Airbags
6
6
Kerb Weight
1430 kg
940 kg
Seating Capacity
4 seats
5 seats
Warranty
3
5
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Civic Type R and Dzire are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Civic Type R
+61 pts
Efficiency
Dzire
+33 pts
Safety
Civic Type R
+4 pts
Practicality
Dzire
+7 pts
Ownership
Dzire
+28 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
Civic Type R
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:Published Performance
Dzire
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Civic Type R
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Dzire
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Model Introduced Year
2023
2020
Generation
2.0L VTEC Turbo: 235 kW / 420 Nm. 0–100 km/h in 5.4 seconds. Top speed 275 km/h. 6-speed manual only — no automatic option.
Second generation Dzire on HEARTECT platform — same structural architecture as the fifth-generation Swift, updated with Z12E DualJet engine for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
Facelift History
FL5 generation launched globally in 2023 — sixth generation Type R. Major redesign from the aggressive FK8. Cleaner exterior with mature styling but improved performance.
Second-generation Dzire (ZD41S) introduced globally in 2017; engine updated to Z12E DualJet in SA specification for 2024 launch; minor equipment and colour updates in 2026.
Facelift Launched Since
2023
2026
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Sedan
Sedan
Color Note
Sedan
Arctic White Pearl, Grandeur Grey Metallic, Midnight Black Pearl, Burning Red Pearl, Speedy Blue
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
Sedan
Sedan
Tare Mass Kg
1430 kg
940 kg
Vehicle Type
Sedan
Sedan
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Length
4595 mm
3995 mm
Width
1890 mm
1735 mm
Height
1405 mm
1525 mm
Wheelbase
2735 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
130 mm
145 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
123 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
47 l
37 l
Boot/Cargo Space
410 l
378 l
Kerb Weight
1430 kg
940 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1850 kg
-
Payload Capacity
420 kg
-
Towing Capacity
0 kg
-
Seating Capacity
4 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.7 m
-
Front Headroom
998 mm
-
Rear Headroom
942 mm
-
Front Legroom
1074 mm
-
Rear Legroom
950 mm
-
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
Adaptive Dual Axis Strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Torsion Beam
Chassis Type
Reinforced Monocoque
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Power Steering
Electric Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Adjustable
Front Spring Type
Adaptive Dual Axis Strut
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
Multi-Link
Torsion Beam
Chassis Material
Reinforced Monocoque
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Front Suspension Type
Adaptive Dual Axis Strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Torsion Beam
Suspension
Adaptive Dual Axis Strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Shock Absorber Type
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Shock Absorbers
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows
All Doors Auto
Standard
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
15W Wireless Charging
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
410 l
378 l
AC Type
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
Standard
Not Available
Aero Kit
Type R Aero Package
-
Climate Zones
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Drag Coefficient
0.30
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors Auto
Standard
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Standard
Engine Warranty
24 Months
4 Years
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.3
4.6
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Intercooler
Air-to-Air
-
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Doors Auto
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Rear Seat Split
60:40
-
Rear Wing
Large Performance Wing
-
Rev Matching
Automatic Rev Matching
Not Available
Seat Type
Racing Bucket Seats
Fabric with Leather Trim
Skid Plates
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Mounted Controls
Performance Controls
Standard
Steering Response
Performance Tuned
-
Tail Lamps
LED
LED Tail Lamps
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Adjustable
Voice Command
Built-in
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Voice Command Support
Built-in
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Accelerator 0 100
5.4 sec
13.2 sec
Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Standard
Lift Gate
Not Available
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Mirror
All Doors Auto
Standard
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Smart Key
Standard
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
-
Rear Air Conditioning
Standard
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear LED Combination Taillights
LED
LED Tail Lamps
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Smart Key
Standard
Rim Size
19-inch Lightweight Alloy
15 Inches
Sonar
Front and Rear
-
Sound System
12 Bose Performance
4
Source Model Column
civic-type-r
dzire
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Adjustable
Sub Frame
Reinforced Monocoque
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Not Available
Trim Level
flagship
flagship
Unlocking
Smart Key
Standard
Variant Role
Performance-focused derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
Performance Tuned
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Smart Key
Standard
Walk Away Lock
Smart Key
Standard
Wireless Charger
Standard
15W Wireless Charging
Heads Up Display
-
Not Available
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Standard — Front
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Stabilizer Bar
-
Standard
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Digital Speedometer
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Front Wiper
-
Standard
Front Wipers Type
-
Standard
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Standard
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Engine
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Z12E
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1996 cc
1197 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
9.8:1
12.0:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
73 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
95.5 mm
Maximum Power
315 kW
60 kW @ 5700 rpm
Maximum Torque
420 Nm
112 Nm @ 4300 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
CVT
Top Speed
272 km/h
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
5.4 sec
13.2 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Comfort Sport Plus R Individual
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
220.3 kW/tonne
63.8 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
293.7 Nm/tonne
119.1 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Gearbox
6-Speed Manual
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Mechanical LSD
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
CVT
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque Converter with CVT Belt Drive
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Short Throw Shifter
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain
4x2
FWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Manual
CVT Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
6
CVT
Engine Position
-
Transverse Front-Mounted
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Claimed Mileage
12 km/l
21.7 km/l
City Mileage
9.9 km/l
17.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
11 km/l
25 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
47 l
37 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
12 km/l
21.7 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
47
37
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Performance Tuned
Standard
Traction Control
Performance Tuned
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Performance
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Alarm System
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Standard — Front
Front Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Standard — Low Speed AEB
BA
Performance
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
6
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
6
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Standard — Front
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Standard — Front
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Performance Tuned
Standard
TCS
Performance Tuned
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
6
ESC With Traction Control
Performance Tuned
Standard
Central Locking
-
Standard
Fatigue Detection
-
Not Available
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Cruise Control
Adaptive
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Rear View Camera
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Lights
LED Projector
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Rear View Camera
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Standard
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Front and Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Front and Rear
-
Pre-Collision System
Standard
-
Rear View Camera
Standard
Rear View Camera
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
Rear View Camera
Reversing Camera
Standard
Rear View Camera
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Front Camera
-
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Not Available
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Seat Material
Alcantara and Fabric
Fabric with Leather Trim
Seat Adjustment
Manual Sport
Manual 6-way
Heated Seats
Front
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Electric Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Adjustable
Ambient Lighting
Red Performance Lighting
Not Applicable
Folding Rear Seats
60:40
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear AC Vents
Standard
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
1
5
60 40 Split Seat
60:40
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual Sport
Manual 6-way
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual Sport
Manual 6-way
Fabric Seats
Alcantara and Fabric
Fabric with Leather Trim
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual Sport
Manual 4-way
Driver Seat
Manual Sport
Manual 6-way
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Petrol
9-inch touchscreen on GL+ with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, rear view camera from GL+, push-button start from GL+, six airbags on GL+ CVT, AEB and lane departure warning on GL+ CVT, manual air conditioning standard, ch
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Alcantara and Fabric
Fabric with Leather Trim
Interior Colours
1
5
Seat Fold Type
60:40
-
Seat Trim
Alcantara and Fabric
Fabric with Leather Trim
Rear USB Ports
-
1 USB Type-A
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Seat Belt Warning
-
Standard — Front
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Infotainment System
9-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
12 Bose Performance
4
Navigation System
Built-in
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Multi-Information Display (MID)
USB Ports
Not Available
1 USB Type-A
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Performance Controls
Standard
Voice Recognition
Built-in
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Infotainment Screen Size
9-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Audio Controls On Steering
Performance Controls
Standard
Infotainment Display
9-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Audio Speakers
12 Bose Performance
4
Audio System
12 Bose Performance
4
Display Audio
9-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
9-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Connected Services
Standard
Standard
Voice Control
Built-in
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
1 USB Type-A
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
1 USB Type-A
Head Up Display
-
Not Available
Multi Information Display
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
LED Headlamps
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED DRL
Fog Lamps
LED
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
19-inch Lightweight Alloy
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Rear Spoiler
Large Performance Wing
-
Exterior Colour Options
1
5
Roof Type
Not Available
Not Available
Body Type
Sedan
Sedan
DRL
LED
LED DRL
Fog Lights
LED
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
LED
Not Available
Led Headlights
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Led Taillights
LED
LED Tail Lamps
Auto Headlights
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED DRL
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
1
5
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors Auto
Standard
Front Fog Lamps
LED
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Headlamps
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Headlight Type
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Headlights
LED Projector
LED Projector Headlights
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Large Performance Wing
-
Rear Wiper
-
Standard
Rear Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Approach Angle
-
0 deg
Departure Angle
-
0 deg
Wading Depth
-
0 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Approach Angle Deg
-
0 deg
Breakover Angle
Not Available
0 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
0 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
130 mm
145 mm
Ground Clearance Min
130 mm
145 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
0 mm
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
0 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
1 Rear Tow Hook
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
-
0 deg
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Tyre Size
265/30 R19
185/65 R15
Wheel Type
19-inch Lightweight Alloy
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Front Brake Type
Brembo Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Wheel Rim Size
19-inch Lightweight Alloy
15 Inches
Brake Type Front
Brembo Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Drum
Tyre Type
Performance Tyres
185/65 R15
Wheel Diameter
19-inch Lightweight Alloy
15 Inches
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Brakes
Brembo Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Performance
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Conventional Handbrake
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Performance
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Performance Controls
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Adaptive
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Performance Controls
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Wheel Material
19-inch Lightweight Alloy
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Wheels
19-inch Lightweight Alloy
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
236 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
190 mm
Parking Brake Type
-
Conventional Handbrake
Tyre Load Index
-
84
Tyre Speed Rating
-
H
Spare Tyre
Not Available
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Auto Brake Hold
-
Conventional Handbrake
Electric Park Brake
-
Conventional Handbrake
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Wheel Size Type
-
15 Inches
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Service Interval
10000 km / 12 months
15,000 km or 12 Months
Approx Service Cost
High
Approx R1,800–R2,400 per Service
Battery Warranty
24 Months
12 Months
Maintenance Plan
24 Months
Not Included
Engine Oil Change Interval
10000 km / 12 months
10,000 km or 6 Months
Service Plan Duration
24 Months
Not Included
Service Plan Distance
24 Months
Not Included
Service Plan
24 Months
Not Included
Service Intervals
10000 km / 12 months
15,000 km or 12 Months
Accessory Battery Type
AGM
-
Engine Oil Capacity
-
2.9 l
First Service At
-
1,000 km Inspection
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Underbody Rust Protection
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Warranty Years
3
5
Warranty Kilometers
3
5
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Basic Warranty
3
5
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty
3
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
CO2 Emissions
190 g/km
115 g/km
Start Stop System
Standard
Not Available
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
93 RON Unleaded
Particulate Filter
Not Available
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 5
Idle CO2 Output
190
Within Euro 5 Limits
CO2 Emissions G Km
190
115
Noise Level
-
67 dB
Variable Valve Timing
-
Dual VVT on Intake and Exhaust
Green NCAP Rating
-
Not Independently Rated
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Real-world City Mileage Min
7 l/100km
5.5 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
9 l/100km
7.0 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
10 l/100km
4.8 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
12 l/100km
5.8 l/100km
Owner Review Count
8
8
Spec
Civic Type R
Dzire
Ownership Role
Flagship
Flagship
Price Zar
1021600 ZAR
272900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
1021600
272900
Starting Price Zar
1021600
272900
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
Civic Type R leads by 4 points
Civic Type R and Dzire are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Civic Type R +61
Efficiency
Dzire +33
Safety
Civic Type R +4
Practicality
Dzire +7
Ownership
Dzire +28
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
Civic Type R
Performance
87/100
Efficiency
47/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
53/100
Ownership
43/100
Dzire
Performance
26/100
Efficiency
80/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
60/100
Ownership
71/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆Honda Civic Type R
leads the catalogue index with 67 pts
vs 63 pts for Dzire
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, Civic Type R leads. However, Dzire may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This Civic Type R and Dzire comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Civic Type R 87 vs Dzire 26.
Efficiency index: Civic Type R 47 vs Dzire 80.
Safety-equipment index: Civic Type R 92 vs Dzire 88.
Practicality index: Civic Type R 53 vs Dzire 60.
Ownership-cover index: Civic Type R 43 vs Dzire 71.
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