The EP3 gapped the newer Type R, leaving it in the dust with no issues whatsoever. Granted, the FK8 Civic did win one rolling race, but that only happened because the EP3 went for a pass on low boost.

OK, I may not have been strictly correct in describing the 2001-2005 EP3 as the 'original' Type R - the EK9 was the first one, but it was only ever a Japanese-market model, and you'll be lucky to ...

The updated 2020 Honda Civic Type R has all the makings of a superb hot hatch and to see just how good it really is, Throttle House hit the roads of Canada in a bright blue example. They also ...

2020 Civic Type R Takes on the EP3 Type R in "VTEC Wars" Published: 3 Jun 2020, 19:45 UTC • By: Mihnea Radu. 3 photos. Photo: Throttle House/YouTube screenshot.

The Honda Civic Type R EP3 is reliable, affordable, and a superb modern hot hatch - here's what to look for when buying one. The post Honda Civic Type R EP3 Buying Guide appeared first on Fast Car.

The high-revving Type-R is also one of the most reliable hot hatches money can buy. And that money could be less than £3000, ... Used Honda Civic Type R (EP3, 2001 – 2005) ...

While the flagship EP3 Type R remains the most prized and valuable Civic model from this time period, the SiR has a unique appeal on its own. Badged as the Si in the U.S. and the SiR in Canada ...

Unfortunately, North America didn’t receive the EP3 Type-R version of this platform (or most other cool Hondas, for that matter) that boasted 200 hp with a 7,900-rpm redline.

There’s no frippery, and no styling for styling’s sake – the second-generation, or ‘EP3’ Type Rs were a masterclass in delivering the essentials of a good hot hatch and none of the faff.

We’ve been running a current FK2 model Civic Type R on the fleet for a few months now. We felt it was time for a three-car comparison with the R’s parent and grandparent so we got our long ...

OK, I may not have been strictly correct in describing the 2001-2005 EP3 as the 'original' Type R - the EK9 was the first one, but it was only ever a Japanese-market model, and you'll be lucky to ...