Saturday, March 15, 2008

The Honda Civic Mugen RR Experimental Spec




This experimental model of the Civic Mugen RR is equipped with cutting edge technologies based on the Mugen RR. Weight reduction, combined with chassis strengthening, a higher engine output and added better breaking power are all designed to improve the overall performance of the car.

The car features an aluminum hood for better optimization of the overall car balance between the back and front part of the car. The fenders and bumpers are made of carbon. Designed with a functional lip, to aid in the aerodynamics of sucking air into the break duct will result to further cooling of the breaks. Titanium exhaust manifold are utilized for further weight reduction. The car is almost made up of carbon fiber materials both inside and out.

The Honda Civic Mugen RR Experimental Spec. feature a tuned engine with the capacity increased to 2.2 litre. Based on the K20A engine, the intake and outlet has been optimized to bring about further increase in the power department, the engine now produces a healthy 260PS at a screaming 8,200rpm. Maximum torque is 235Nm at 6,000rpm and this would give you a hint that this car is all about spirited driving; after all it’s what the car was created for.

Mugen has equipped the car with an i-TCMS which is an intelligent-Tire Condition Monitoring System that monitors the tire air pressure and temperature in real time. No doubt this item is a confidence booster especially during fast driving and to add that you can also adjust the damping force from the cockpit while driving. Aided by the special Bridgestone Potenza RE070 225/40R18 tyres it would definitely increase grip especially coming into your favorite corners.

This is truly a remarkable car. With all the upgrades from an ordinary Civic into a full spec sports car made by Mugen, there is no doubt that car enthusiasts can look forward to a whole new level of driving experience with the Honda Civic Mugen RR Experimental Spec. This is by far the best example of Honda’s slogan, The Power of Dreams.



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