Honda Civic Type R (FL5)
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Ford Focus RS
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
Honda Civic Type R (FL5)
Car A
Honda Civic Type R (FL5)
The Civic Type R (FL5) mixes serious performance from its 2.0L turbo FWD setup with real-world usability, seating five and offering a 410 L trunk. It suits drivers who want a quick family compact and can accept higher fuel use and FWD limitations in winter.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety
Ford Focus RS
Car B
Ford Focus RS
The Ford Focus RS blends serious straight-line pace with everyday 5-seat practicality at a price that reads as good value in its segment. Best for drivers who want performance without giving up compact-city usability.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety8.1 L/100km350 hp
Why compared alternative pickcross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seats

Usage fit

Family 55 / 57
City 50 / 56
Budget / value 38 / 58
Road trip 41 / 39
Performance 37 / 36
Cargo 22 / 14
Practical 33 / 43
Premium 29 / 29
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Honda Civic Type R (FL5) · Orange = Ford Focus RS

Specs side-by-side

Spec Honda Civic Type R (FL5) Ford Focus RS
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Honda Civic Type R (FL5)

  • Strong performance for its class with 320 hp, 0–100 km/h in 5.4 s, and 275 km/h top speed
  • Seats five with a practical 410 L trunk for family duties and road trips
  • Strong safety standing in its class
  • Good value in its segment at this price point

Ford Focus RS

  • 0-100 km/h in 4.7 s and 266 km/h top speed deliver standout performance
  • Five seats and compact footprint suit family-compact and city use
  • 8.1 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class given the power
  • Price of 36,500 offers good value in its segment

Verdict

Pick Honda Civic Type R (FL5) if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Honda Civic Type R (FL5) is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Ford Focus RS if…
More power
Ford Focus RS puts out 350 hp vs 320 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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