Honda Civic 2003 2.0i Type-R (3 door)
Honda Civic 2003 2.0 petrol description
Hatchback Honda Civic 2003 2.0i Type-R has been produced from November, 2003 to December, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 200 horsepower on 7400 rpm - this is the most powerfull Honda Civic 2003 - 2005 version and torque 196 Nm (Newton metres) on 5900 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Honda Civic 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.
Honda Civic 2003 2.0i Type-R has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Honda Civic 2003 2.0i Type-R accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 235 km/h.
Honda Civic 2003 2.0i Type-R fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 700 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Honda is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Honda Civic fuel consumption.

Honda Civic 2003 2.0i Type-R technical data
Model: | Honda Civic 2.0i Type-R | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2003. November ... 2005. December | ||
Engine: | 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 212 g/km |
Power: | 200 HP ON 7400 RPM | Torque: | 196 NM ON 5900 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 235 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 (combined) 12.3 (urban) 7.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.14m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12.2 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1200 kg |
Honda Civic 2003 2.0i Type-R engine K20A, K20A2
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1998 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86 mm |
Compression ratio | 11 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
Fuel system | Injection |
Honda Civic 2003 2.0i Type-R oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts) More service info |
Power | 200 - 220 HP ON 7400 RPM |
Torque | 190 - 215 NM ON 5900 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2000 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
All Honda Civic hatchback [2003 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Honda Civic 2003 1.4i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Honda Civic 2003 1.4i | 1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Honda Civic 2003 1.6i | 1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Honda Civic 2003 1.6i | 1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Honda Civic 2003 1.7 CTDi | 1.7 Diesel | 100 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Honda Civic 2003 2.0i Type-R
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |