Honda Civic Type R vs Geely E5 Electric
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Honda Civic Type R
2.0T Type R Manual
Petrol
6-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 1,021,600
ex-showroom
⚡ 315 kW
🔧 420 Nm
⛽ 12 km/l
VS
Geely E5 Electric
Apex Plus
Electric
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Current
ZAR 788,888
ex-showroom
⚡ 160 kW
🔧 320 Nm
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Decision summary
Honda Civic Type R vs Geely E5 Electric: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
E5 Electric starts ZAR 321,601 cheaper
Civic Type R from ZAR 1,021,600 · E5 Electric from ZAR 699,999
Five key differences
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| Specification | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Civic Type R315 kW | E5 Electric160 kW |
| Maximum Torque | Civic Type R420 Nm | E5 Electric320 Nm |
| Engine Size | Civic Type R1996 cc | E5 ElectricNot Applicable |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Civic Type R12 km/l | E5 ElectricNot Applicable |
| Ground Clearance | Civic Type R130 mm | E5 Electric173 mm |
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Geely E5 Electric
Apex Plus
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Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2023 | 2025 |
| 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. | Current South African model / exact generation number not separately published |
| 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. | No applicable South African facelift history established |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2023 | Not Applicable |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Not Applicable |
| Body Style | Sedan | SUV |
| Color Note | Sedan | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Sedan | Passenger vehicle |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1430 kg | - |
| Vehicle Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4595 mm | 4615 mm |
| Width | 1890 mm | 1901 mm |
| Height | 1405 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2735 mm | 2750 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 130 mm | 173 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 123 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 410 l | 461 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1430 kg | 1815 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1850 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Payload Capacity | 420 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Towing Capacity | 0 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Doors | 4 doors | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.7 m | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Headroom | 998 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Headroom | 942 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Legroom | 1074 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | 950 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | Not Applicable | - |
| Rear Track Width | Not Applicable | - |
| Front Suspension | Adaptive Dual Axis Strut | Independent suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Chassis Type | Reinforced Monocoque | - |
| Power Steering | Electric Power Steering | - |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Front Spring Type | Adaptive Dual Axis Strut | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Multi-Link | - |
| Chassis Material | Reinforced Monocoque | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Adaptive Dual Axis Strut | Independent suspension |
| Rear Axle Type | Multi-Link | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Suspension | Adaptive Dual Axis Strut | - |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | - |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | - |
| Climate Control | Dual Zone Climate Control | Automatic climate control |
| Power Windows | All Doors Auto | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Yes |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Panoramic sunroof with power shade |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Automatic Headlamps | LED Projector | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 410 l | - |
| AC Type | Dual Zone Climate Control | Automatic climate control |
| Adaptive Dampers | Standard | - |
| Aero Kit | Type R Aero Package | - |
| Climate Zones | Dual Zone Climate Control | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.30 | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | All Doors Auto | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Standard | - |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Warranty | 24 Months | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 8.3 | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | - |
| Intercooler | Air-to-Air | - |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Panoramic sunroof with power shade |
| Performance Data Logger | Standard | - |
| Power Mirrors | All Doors Auto | - |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Seat Split | 60:40 | - |
| Rear Wing | Large Performance Wing | - |
| Rev Matching | Automatic Rev Matching | - |
| Seat Type | Racing Bucket Seats | - |
| Skid Plates | Not Available | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Performance Controls | - |
| Steering Response | Performance Tuned | - |
| Tail Lamps | LED | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Voice Command | Built-in | - |
| Voice Command Support | Built-in | - |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 5.4 sec | - |
| Air Conditioning | Dual Zone Climate Control | Automatic climate control |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection | - |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Difflock | Not Available | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Smart Key | - |
| Lift Gate | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| Manual Aircon | Dual Zone Climate Control | - |
| Mirror | All Doors Auto | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | Smart Key | - |
| Powered Tailgate | Not Available | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Standard | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | LED | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Smart Key | - |
| Rim Size | 19-inch Lightweight Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Sonar | Front and Rear | - |
| Sound System | 12 Bose Performance | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Source Model Column | civic-type-r | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Reinforced Monocoque | - |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | Standard | Yes |
| Trim Level | flagship | - |
| Unlocking | Smart Key | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Variant Role | Performance-focused derivative | - |
| Vdc | Performance Tuned | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Smart Key | - |
| Walk Away Lock | Smart Key | - |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Yes |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol | Electric motor |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1996 cc | Not Applicable |
| Cylinders | 4 | Not Applicable |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Valves | 16 | Not Applicable |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | Not Applicable |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Not Applicable |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Not Applicable |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | Not Applicable |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Maximum Power | 315 kW | 160 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | 1 |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Front |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual | Single-Speed Reduction Gear |
| Top Speed | 272 km/h | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 sec | 7.6 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Comfort Sport Plus R Individual | Economy, Normal, Sport |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 220.3 kW/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 293.7 Nm/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 68.39 kWh |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | LFP Short Blade |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | 450 km (WLTP) |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | 11 kW |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | 100 kW |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | 20 min |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual | Single-Speed Reduction Gear |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | Front-motor, front-wheel drive |
| LSD Available | Mechanical LSD | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Gears | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Type | Short Throw Shifter | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drivetrain | 4x2 | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gearbox Type | 6-Speed Manual | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Axle Layout | 4x2 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 12 km/l | Not Applicable |
| City Mileage | 9.9 km/l | Not Applicable |
| Highway Mileage | 11 km/l | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Start Stop | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Real-world Mileage | 12 km/l | Not Applicable |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 47 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ABS | Standard | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Performance Tuned | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Traction Control | Performance Tuned | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | Rear seats |
| Brake Assist | Performance | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Alarm System | Standard | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Yes |
| AEB | Standard | Yes |
| BA | Performance | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Driver Airbag | 6 | Yes |
| EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | 6 | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stability Control | Performance Tuned | Not Officially Disclosed |
| TCS | Performance Tuned | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | - |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Standard | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | Performance Tuned | - |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Adaptive | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Front and rear |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Lights | LED Projector | - |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| EV Mode | Not Available | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | Standard | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Front and Rear | - |
| Parking Sensor | Front and Rear | - |
| Pre-Collision System | Standard | - |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | Standard | - |
| Reversing Camera | Standard | - |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Yes |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Alcantara and Fabric | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual Sport | - |
| Heated Seats | Front | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Steering | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | Red Performance Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60:40 | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | - |
| Rear AC Vents | Standard | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Interior Colour Options | 1 | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | 60:40 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual Sport | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fabric Seats | Alcantara and Fabric | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Driver Seat | Manual Sport | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Petrol | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Alcantara and Fabric | - |
| Interior Colours | 1 | - |
| Seat Fold Type | 60:40 | - |
| Seat Trim | Alcantara and Fabric | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9-inch Touchscreen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Speakers | 12 Bose Performance | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Navigation System | Built-in | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| USB Ports | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Performance Controls | - |
| Voice Recognition | Built-in | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 9-inch Touchscreen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Performance Controls | - |
| Infotainment Display | 9-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Audio Speakers | 12 Bose Performance | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Audio System | 12 Bose Performance | - |
| Display Audio | 9-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 9-inch Touchscreen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen |
| Connected Services | Standard | - |
| Voice Control | Built-in | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Wireless | - |
| Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED Projector | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fog Lamps | LED | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 19-inch Lightweight Alloy | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Large Performance Wing | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | Snowy White, Frost Grey, Jade Green, Basil Green, Mica Blue, Obsidian Black |
| Roof Type | Not Available | - |
| Body Type | Sedan | - |
| DRL | LED | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fog Lights | LED | - |
| Front Fog Lights | LED | - |
| Led Headlights | LED Projector | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Led Taillights | LED | - |
| Auto Headlights | LED Projector | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | LED Projector | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not Available | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | All Doors Auto | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Headlamp Levelling | LED Projector | - |
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Headlight Type | LED Projector | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Headlights | LED Projector | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | Large Performance Wing | - |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Departure Angle | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wading Depth | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | - |
| Breakover Angle | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 130 mm | - |
| Ground Clearance Min | 130 mm | - |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | - |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | - |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | - |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 265/30 R19 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Lightweight Alloy | - |
| Front Brake Type | Brembo Ventilated Disc | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19-inch Lightweight Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Brake Type Front | Brembo Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | - |
| Tyre Type | Performance Tyres | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 19-inch Lightweight Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Standard | - |
| Brakes | Brembo Ventilated Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | Performance | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Performance | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Performance Controls | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Adaptive | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Performance Controls | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Standard | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Yes |
| Wheel Material | 19-inch Lightweight Alloy | - |
| Wheels | 19-inch Lightweight Alloy | - |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 10000 km / 12 months | - |
| Approx Service Cost | High | - |
| Battery Warranty | 24 Months | - |
| Maintenance Plan | 24 Months | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10000 km / 12 months | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 24 Months | 6 years / 120,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 24 Months | 6 years / 120,000 km |
| Service Plan | 24 Months | 6 years / 120,000 km |
| Service Intervals | 10000 km / 12 months | - |
| Accessory Battery Type | AGM | - |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 3 | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Warranty | 3 | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 190 g/km | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Start Stop System | Standard | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Applicable | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Petrol | - |
| Particulate Filter | Not Available | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 6 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 190 | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 190 | - |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 7 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 9 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 12 l/100km | - |
| Owner Review Count | 8 | - |
| Spec | Civic Type R | E5 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | top |
| Price Zar | 1021600 ZAR | 788888 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current South African retail price |
| Starting Price | 1021600 | 788888 |
| Starting Price Zar | 1021600 | 788888 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Civic Type R and E5 Electric comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
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Civic Type R vs E5 Electric questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
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