Used Honda Civic Type R for Sale nearFlint, MI

How much does the Honda Civic Type R cost in today's market?

Used Honda Civic Type R prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Honda Civic Type R's current nationwide average price is $42,805, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $40,120 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Honda Civic Type R a good car?

Yes — the Honda Civic Type R is a strong choice if you want a hot hatch with serious performance and everyday usability. The all-generations owner rating is 4.4/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its thrilling handling, powerful turbo performance, and fun driving experience. Reviewers also repeatedly call out its comfort and overall practicality, which helps it work as more than just a weekend toy.

Expert reviews rate the 2023 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on price, interior trim that still shows budget roots, and a touchscreen response that can feel sluggish in some years.

33.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Honda Civic Type R models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Honda Civic Type R for its strong performance, engaging handling, and durable character. Across the model years in the data, it also earns repeat praise for being a practical performance car that still feels special to drive.

• Owners rate the Honda Civic Type R between 3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-kept example with a clean history and evidence of regular maintenance, since these cars are often driven hard.

What should I look for when buying a used Honda Civic Type R?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 80.7% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2023 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Honda Sensing with traffic-sign recognition, blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, lane-departure warning, and road-departure mitigation.
• Infotainment: 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay.
• Fuel efficiency: 22 mpg city, 28 highway.

Which Honda Civic Type R trim should I buy?

The 2023 Honda Civic Type R offers these trims:

• Civic Type R: The single 2023 trim includes a 9-inch touchscreen, a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay, a wireless charging pad, a Bose premium sound system, Honda Sensing with traffic-sign recognition and blind-spot monitoring, and performance hardware including a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, six-speed manual transmission, limited-slip differential, rev-matching, and adaptive dampers. It is the best-value choice because it is the only trim and bundles the full Type R experience.

What Honda Civic Type R do most buyers choose?

The Honda Civic Type R years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2026.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because you have more inventory to compare, which makes it easier to find the right color, mileage, and price combination. They also usually give you a better chance of finding a deal that fits your budget.

What is the Honda Civic Type R's resale value?

Prices are edging down across the model years shown, which is good news if you want to buy used. The changes are small for the newer years, while the older years show larger declines that can create more attractive entry points.

The 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2021, 2024, and 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Honda Civic Type R safe?

• 2023: 10/10

Honda Sensing adds traffic-sign recognition and blind-spot monitoring on the 2023 model.

For the safest used buy, the 2023 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Honda Civic Type R now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −0.2% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −0.11%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.6% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 33.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $45,316. The Honda Civic Type R offers a focused, enthusiast-first character that blends sharp handling with everyday usability.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest model uses a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 315 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, plus 22 mpg city and 28 highway.
• Tech: The latest model adds a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay, a wireless charging pad, and a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster.
• Safety: The latest model adds traffic-sign recognition and blind-spot monitoring to Honda Sensing.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2024 Honda Civic Type R compare to the 2024 Toyota GR Corolla?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.