As controversially reverted to in the FN2 Type R, the FK8 has a twist beam rear axle against the more sophisticated multi-link set ups of certain rivals and indeed, its EP3 grandfather.

2001-2005 Honda Civic Type R EP3 (0-62 Mph In 6.2 Seconds, 146 Mph) The second-gen Civic Type R was the first model to be sold out of Japan, much to the delight of enthusiasts in Europe.