It actually has a new L series engine
L15 vtec or L13
There are paddle shifters with the 7speed model (yes, 7)
K engines do, supposedly, drop right in, however
Data Specs:
http://translate.google.com/translat...lr%3D%26sa%3DG
(1,100Kg max = 2200lbs)
(L15 - 143Nm = 105ft/lbs tq - - - L13 - 119Nm = 88ft/lbs tq)
[sounds like a new civic!]
Mugen's concept and test fit's are k20a's