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Product Release: 2017+ Honda Civic Type R Race Performance Pipe & Front Pipe (2.0T)
Product Release: 2017+ Honda Civic Type R Race Performance Pipe & Front Pipe (2.0T)
Description
At the original launch, Function Werk released Race Performance Pipe and Front Pipe options for the tenth-generation 2.0T Honda Civic Type R to improve exhaust flow. The historical “2017+” application wording below is not confirmation of fitment for later generations or of current race-pipe or front-pipe availability.
Features
In consideration for heat protection, the Race Performance Pipe option was engineered with brackets to retain the factory OEM shielding.
Our Front Pipe was also engineered for tuners, featuring an extra bung for wideband purposes/use. The bung will come plugged and can be removed with a 10mm Hex for immediate use.
Bolts have also been welded onto the catback side of the Front Pipe to ensure ease of installation, as work space is very limited in this area.
Performance Gains
The original launch testing reported untuned gains of 7 HP & 24 TQ with the historical Race Performance Pipe + Front Pipe combination. Function Werk also reported peak torque around 600 RPM earlier than stock and peak horsepower around 200 RPM earlier. These are historical manufacturer-reported results, not independently verified results or a performance guarantee for the current 200-cell performance pipe.
Results vary with the vehicle, configuration and test conditions. The dyno chart below documents the historical race-pipe/front-pipe combination, not the current 200-cell product shown in the editorial hero.
Weight Specs
| Part | Function Werk | OEM |
| Race Performance Pipe | 5.8lbs | 11.0lbs |
| Front Pipe | 7.2lbs | 10.4lbs |
In the original release specifications, weight savings were around 5.2lbs for the Race Performance Pipe and 3.2lbs for the Front Pipe versus the listed OEM parts. The table records those historical variants: the current 200-cell performance-pipe listing specifies 7.4lb, rather than the historical race pipe’s 5.8lb.
Application(s)
Historical application: tenth-generation Honda Civic Hatchback – Type R 2.0T, originally listed as “2017+.” The current linked performance-pipe listing specifies 2017–2021 Civic Type R hatchbacks with the K20C1 engine (FK8); confirm the application before purchase and do not infer later-generation compatibility.
Build
The original release described 304 stainless-steel construction, welded joints for durability and deburring after welding. These construction details refer to the historical parts discussed in this article.
Function Werk’s original release covers performance and front pipes for the tenth-generation Civic Type R 2.0T. The race pipe uses brackets to retain factory heat shielding; the front pipe includes a plugged wideband bung and welded catback-side bolts. Both were described as 304 stainless steel. The current performance-pipe listing specifies 2017–2021 FK8 fitment and a 200-cell option, sold separately from the front pipe.
Review the current 2017–2021 Civic Type R performance pipe or browse the Function Werk performance-pipe collection for application-specific details.
The editorial hero depicts the current 200-cell performance pipe, not the historical race variant or an installed system.
Civic Type R pipe questions
Does “2017+” include later-generation Civic Type R models?
The original article describes the tenth-generation 2.0T Type R. The current linked performance-pipe listing specifies 2017–2021 Civic Type R hatchbacks with the K20C1 engine. Do not treat the historical “2017+” wording as confirmation for later generations.
Is the front pipe included with the current performance pipe?
No. The current performance-pipe listing states that the front pipe is sold separately. It also states that the performance pipe retains factory OEM heat shielding.
Are there restrictions on purchasing or using the performance pipe?
The current product page states that Function Werk performance-pipe variants are not for sale or use in California or New York and that orders from residents for these products will be refunded. This does not establish road-use legality elsewhere; verify applicable emissions requirements before purchase or use.
