Honda Civic evolution

Original subcompact that established the Civic nameplate; the CVCC engine arrived in 1975.

Larger, more angular second generation with a new 1.5 L engine.

Boxier third generation that introduced the CRX and a hatch/sedan/wagon lineup.

Double-wishbone suspension and the first B16 VTEC in the SiR.

Rounded fifth generation beloved by tuners; introduced the del Sol derivative.

Debuted the first Civic Type R (EK9) in Japan.

Flat-floor seventh generation with the EP3 Type R hatch sold in Europe.

Split into a sedan and a distinct European hatchback with the FD2/FN2 Type R.

Ninth generation; the European FK2 Civic Type R turbo arrived late in the cycle.

Global tenth generation with turbo engines and the 306 hp FK8 Type R.

Current generation as sedan and hatchback, topped by the FL5 Type R.