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Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype Debuts in New York. To be Driven by a Six-Speed Manual

2017 Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype Side View All Honda fans must be hyper-excited, because the next-generation Civic Hatchback Prototype is about to make its premiere at the New York Auto Show today! With its striking design and sporty European-inspired driving experience, the car promises to be the best Civic ever created! The exclusive news here is that the 10^th generation Civic is going to be equipped with the new 1.5-liter turbo engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. The other option is the CVT transmission.

The production 2017 Civic Hatchback is going to happen later this year. The hatch is actually going to be built on the same platform as the sedan and will be defined by a combination of sportiness, efficiency and utility as well as distinctive styling and premium features

The Civic Hatchback is actually the thirds Civic variant in the lineup, joining the sedan and the coupe. Two other variants are about to join the 10th-generation range in 2017 – the Civic Si and the radical new Civic Type R (oh, how we can’t wait)!

The Highlights

2017 Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype Rear View

There are several highlights that make the hatch unique and that need to be mentioned. These include the new larger and wider wheels and tires, the longer wheelbase, the short overhangs and the sleek cabin. They all make the vehicle look more ambitious and dynamic on the road.

Furthermore, at the front of the car we see that the short overhangs with large air intakes define the new take on of Honda’s family face. The LEDs… well, at the front the headlights and the daytime running lights flow from beneath the hood into the muscular front wheel arches, looking aggressive but at the same time tempting.

The sleek and swept-back body lines continue to the side of the car, which is defined by the front and rear door handles. The rear incorporates C-shaped LED rear lights and a new bumper with angular creases and vents.

2017 Civic Hatchback will be produced at the Honda’s plant in Swindon, UK. The exact production date is to be announced at later time.

Source: Honda

March 23, 2016

Honda Previews Next-Gen Civic Hatchback with Geneva-Bound Prototype

Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype is being exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show, which started today. The car previews the next-generation Civic hatchback that heralds a significant step-change from the predecessors of Honda’s core model. If the design stays the same in the production model we will be in awe, for it is provocative design and rewarding driving dynamics. But we will have to wait until 2017, when the next-gen Civic Hatch will be introduced.

The Design

We all love Honda Civic Hatchback for its distinctive and sporty design. From what we see from the prototype, it takes it to the next level, making it sportier than ever. Another important detail, which contributes for the aforementioned fact is that the new production Civic will be 30 mm wider, 20 mm lower and 130 mm longer than the current generation. Bigger body usually means larger wheels, and this principle has been kept here. The wider wheels and tires speak of more aggressive stance, while the long wheelbase, short overhangs and sleek cabin area aid the dynamic exterior design.

The front of the prototype is adorned by a short overhang with large air intakes. And this is actually an interpretation of brand’s family face. In addition, the design of the LED headlights and DRLs flows from beneath the bonnet into the wheel arches, accentuating the profile design and culminating in the distinctive C-shaped LED rear lights. At the back we also see a bumper, which incorporates angular creases and vents.

New Engines Equals More Power

Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype Rear View

There are new engines that will be featured in the 10^th generation Civic Hatchback. Precisely, it will be offered with a choice of three powertrain options: 1.0-litre and 1.5-litre VTEC TURBO petrol engines (new! new! new!), and the substantially updated 1.6-litre i-DTEC diesel unit. Honda promises that they will all offer better dynamic performance, exceptional output and a fuel economy to envy. No specifics about output and torque were later disclosed.

Production Run in 2017

The good news is that the 10th generation Civic hatchback to be built in Europe and even the better one is that it will be exported globally! Honda’s production facility is based in the UK, which will be granted an investment of €270m in new production technologies and processes to prepare for the new model. From there the next-gen Civic Hatch will be exported worldwide, including the United States.

Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype is also going to make its North American debut in New York on March 22, ahead of the New York International Auto Show.

Source: Honda

March 1, 2016

Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype to Stun the Geneva Motor Show with Exclusive Premiere

Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype in its renewed form is going to make 2016 Geneva Motor Show debut, which also happens to be its world premiere. The company has just shared a teaser image of the upcoming car that shows its rear and innovative tail-lights. Honda has also disclosed that the prototype actually previews the exterior design of the all-new hatchback model, which is scheduled for a European launch in the beginning of 2017. The car will be produced in the United Kingdom and then exported globally, including the United States.

Another European debut is going to happen for the Clarity Fuel Cell, being world’s first production fuel cell saloon which features entire fuel cell powertrain under the bonnet. It has a range of up-to 700 km (435 miles), thus achieving best-in-class range. In addition, it includes unique packaging and one-off interior with room for five persons. All will be presented at the Geneva event.

Honda Clarity Fuel Cell

In three days the NSX and the Precision Concept will be exhibited at the Chicago Auto Show, and then follows an appearance in Geneva. By the way, the first European customer deliveries for the Honda NSX will begin this year, meaning that we are soon to see this unique sports car on the streets. With its classic low and wide proportions, modern and alluring stance, aggressive front- and rear end, make the car inspired by the original NSX. The new hybrid NSX is driven by new mid-mounted DOHC V6 engine with twin turbochargers mated to a specially-developed nine-speed DCT.

Honda NSX

The last two debuts at the show are making the Jazz ‘Keenlight’ Concept and the CRF1000L Africa Twin. The first one is a design concept model of the famous Jazz, which highlights the customizing potential of the model. It features sleek design elements, special decals and a one-off colour named ‘Keenlight’. The last model announced for Geneva is the CRF1000L Africa Twin, which packs an innovative and powerful parallel twin-cylinder engine into a lightweight and agile chassis.

Geneva Motor Show starts on March 3rd.