The first Civic to receive the 'Type R' nameplate
was introduced on August 19 of 1997, as the EK9.
Production: Sep 1997 - 2000
Engine: 1.6 L B16B
Power output: 182 HP
Transmission: 5-speed manual
The interior featured red Recaro bucket seats,
red door cards, red Type R floor mats, a titanium shift knob,
and a Momo leather-wrapped steering wheel.