WHERE fire-breathing performance meets everyday practicality, Honda's new Type R stands as a legendary contender.

The latest version is the fastest and sleekest to date and its launch marked 25 years of the iconic high-performance hatchback.

It has been engineered to deliver a stonking 329bhp from the two litre engine.

It also delivers everyday hatchback practicality with a total stowage space of 1,212 litres available.

That is a bonus to the rip-roaring performance delivered through a combination of lightweight components and increased power making it one of the highest power-to-weight ratios in its class, says Honda.

The Type R offers a combination of rip roaring performance, practicality, and a stylish design. However, its high price tag may be a limiting factor for some buyers.