2021 Honda Civic Type R Trim level: TYPE R LIMITED EDITION and Special/limited edition: Not Available: Standard: Version information 2022-Apr-01: Not Available: Jan 25, 2021 · Both have enough power and punchy engines. The VW's sounds better, brighter and more eager versus the Honda’s dull drone that at the top end blends perfectly with the build-up of tyre roar. But SWtuk.