The all-new 2023 Honda Civic Type R, also known as the FL5, looks a whole lot more mature than its predecessor, the flashy FK8—but does that mean it’s less fun to drive? Or does the toned-down styling mask what could be the best Civic Type R in the model’s history?br br Very fittingly, our first-ever drive of the latest Type R happens is on a racetrack, where we could explore the limits of Honda’s front-wheel-drive hot hatch. Apart from experiencing what it’s like behind the wheel, we also take a closer look at its design and interior. Click play on the video above for our first impressions.