There seems to be much confusion and debate about which spark plugs to use on the Type R.
Here is a handy guide to the correct plugs by Model.
Note that there are an increasing number of fake NGK spark plugs on the market. Fake plugs can cause significant engine damage. We are authorised distributors of NGK UK (Niterra UK) and buy directly from them.
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1997-1999 Civic Type R (EK9) B16B Engine (1600cc)
Factory fitted plug
NGK Platinum PFR7G-11S (NGK 7772, Honda Part No 98079-571BH)
Iridium Equivalent
NGK Iridium BKR7EIX-11PS (NGK 1175 – Only available in Japan)
The Iridium Equivalent is better that the factory platinum plug.
2001-2005 Civic Type R (EP3) K20A/K20A2 Engine (2000cc)
Factory fitted plug
NGK Laser Iridium IFR7G-11KS (NGK 7746, Honda Part No 98079-571BV)
Iridium Equivalent
NGK Iridium BKR7EIX-11PS (NGK 1175 – Only available in Japan)
The Laser Iridium Factory fitted plug is the best plug choice.
2006-2010 Civic Type R (FN2/FD2) K20Z/K20Z4 Engine (2000cc)
Factory fitted plug
NGK Laser Iridium IFR7G-11KS (NGK 7746, Honda Part No 98079-571BV)
Iridium Equivalent
NGK Iridium BKR7EIX-11PS (NGK 1175 – Only available in Japan)
The Laser Iridium Factory fitted plug is the best plug choice.
2015-2021 Civic Type R (FK2/FK8) K20C1 Engine (2000cc)
Factory fitted plug
NGK Laser Iridium ILZKAR8H8S (NGK 95112, Honda Part No 12290-59B-003)
Ruthenium Equivalent (Premium Rx)
NGK Premium Rx LKAR8ARX-PS (NGK 94207 – Only available in Japan)
The Premium Rx is the best choice using latest technology.