menikmati
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Seems like they took the same page from Glock.How does one improve upon perfection
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Seems like they took the same page from Glock.How does one improve upon perfection
The other car we're planning to buy, the Mercedes GLB 250, just got a mild hybrid update for 2024, it replaces the alternator and adds 13 hp burst. I haven't driven it but haven't heard any reviews mention it changes the feel of the car, other than a 1 mpg boost.If the FL5 really is going to be the last pure ICE only Type R, Honda will almost certainly send it out with a special LE version. Until I see the LE (or Honda officially comments) I’m assuming they will keep building this car for a few more years.
I’m keeping mine for a very long time as well. I suspect the FL5 will be a future classic. Even if not, it’s the perfect enthusiast car for me.
Hybrids are pretty heavy. I am thinking that is why they made R+ mode so hardcore in the FL5. Going to be hard to make a car feel this toss able when weighing close @ 3700 - 4000 pounds.The other car we're planning to buy, the Mercedes GLB 250, just got a mild hybrid update for 2024, it replaces the alternator and adds 13 hp burst. I haven't driven it but haven't heard any reviews mention it changes the feel of the car, other than a 1 mpg boost.
I think this is what Honda will do with the next Type R, 2.0L turbo with mild hybrid. I'm sure Honda can keep the weight to a minimum with no effect on driving fun.
God Bless AmericaAnd here's the price hike of $800. FYI - This only applies to the United States.
https://www.carsdirect.com/automoti.../2025-honda-civic-type-r-price-increasing-800
My guess is they don’t make an LE, 25 is the last run and the integra type s sticks around for 26 and 27 with a slight refresh. (think 2020 FK8).MY26 or MY27 will most likely see an LE version with the Phoenix Yellow paint scheme.
FK8 was in production from 2017-2021. I'd expect the FL5 to remain in production till the final year of the 11th gen base Civic which will probably be 2027.My guess is they don’t make an LE, 25 is the last run and the integra type s sticks around for 26 and 27 with a slight refresh. (think 2020 FK8).
We're not talking about hybrids, but mild hybrids. The 2024 GLB didn't gain any weight, as far as I can tell. Typically a mild hybrid system is 20-30 lbs.Hybrids are pretty heavy. I am thinking that is why they made R+ mode so hardcore in the FL5. Going to be hard to make a car feel this toss able when weighing close @ 3700 - 4000 pounds.
I'm keeping mine and enjoying it daily.
100% on thisI have yet to see a good argument for Honda ending FL5 production before they absolutely have to. The car is selling well and will get another boost when they do a facelift or LE. Why would they leave that money on the table?