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    New York Auto Show: Honda Civic Concept

      Honda Reveals Their 'Epic' Civic


    The current Civic wasn't quite the home run Honda expect. Sure it sold well, but it wasn't the model many were expecting - it wasn't very Honda-like. So back to the drawing board and the result is the Civic Concept shown in New York today.

    The concept gives us a preview into the upcoming Civic which will be coming out this fall. Riding on a longer wheelbase, Honda's designers gave the Civic a short front overhang, long hood, a greenhouse that has been set back, and a small rear end. This look gives the Civic an athletic look.

    "Charismatic, connected and athletic, our goal was to create a design that is emotional and sporty yet with a sense of timelessness and simplicity," said Guy Melville-Brown, Chief Exterior designer of the Civic concept, Honda R&D Americas, Inc. "In this we set out to create a vehicle that goes beyond the superficial and embraces the very philosophy of what a true Civic should be; it's a real game changer."

    Now the next-generation Civic will be the first Honda vehicle in North America to get the new VTEC turbo engines - the first one being a turbocharged 1.5L four-cylinder. A six-speed manual and CVT will be offer for transmissions. Models will include a sedan, coupe, Si, and the return of a hatchback version. Also in the cards is the Civic Type-R for North America.

    Source: Honda

    Press Release is on Page 2


    Honda Debuts Sportiest Civic Design in Brand History with 10th-Generation Civic Concept at New York International Auto Show

    Apr 1, 2015 - NEW YORK

    • 10th-generation, 2016 model year Civic focuses on sporty, fun-to-drive dynamics
    • Civic lineup to include Sedan, Coupe, and 5-door Hatchback body types, as well as Si and Type-R versions
    • First Honda model to apply new VTEC® Turbo engines in North America
    • Civic, America's most popular small car is designed, developed and produced in North America

    Today Honda unveiled its ultra-sporty Civic Concept at the New York International Auto Show as the brand prepares to launch its completely reimagined 10th-Generation Civic models beginning this fall. With a sharper focus on spirited performance and class-leading versatility, the new Civic lineup will include Civic Sedan, Coupe and Si models along with the return of the Civic hatchback, followed by the launch of a new Civic Type-R as the performance flagship of the Civic lineup. The new Civic also will be the first U.S. model to apply new VTEC® Turbo engines from the company's Earth Dreams Technology™ powertrain series.

    "The new Civic will be, flat out, the most dynamic, the most technologically advanced and the most refined and stylish Civic we've ever made," said John Mendel, executive vice president, Automobile Division, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "In every way, this will be an epic Civic."

    The Civic Concept provides a tantalizing glimpse forward to the thrilling design direction for the all-new 10th-generation Civic lineup launching in the U.S. this fall. Featuring a longer wheelbase and lower, wider stance, the new Civic emphasizes its aggressive personality and the engaging experience it will provide behind the wheel. Proportionally it boasts a longer hood, a shorter front overhang, a more set-back greenhouse and a shorter rear deck, lending the Civic a more athletic and "in motion" appearance.

    The low and wide proportions are underscored by its more aggressive wheel-to-body relationship and pronounced fender arches. Its sporty and expressive face is highlighted by bright new LED headlights flanking the "Flying H" Honda grille which is supported by deeply sculpted lower air intakes.

    "Charismatic, connected and athletic, our goal was to create a design that is emotional and sporty yet with a sense of timelessness and simplicity," said Guy Melville-Brown, Chief Exterior designer of the Civic concept, Honda R&D Americas, Inc. "In this we set out to create a vehicle that goes beyond the superficial and embraces the very philosophy of what a true Civic should be; it's a real game changer."

    The 10th-generation Civic is based on a compact platform that targets benchmark levels of efficiency, dynamic performance, safety and manufacturing productivity. Leveraging this new platform in conjunction with new Earth Dreams Technology™ powertrains – including a new 1.5-liter VTEC® Turbo engine with direct injection, a short-shifting 6-speed manual transmission, and a new, more sporty and efficient continuously variable transmission (CVT) – the Civic will target class-leading fuel economy ratings and fun-to-drive performance with near-luxury levels of cabin quietness and ride refinement.

    The new Civic will also target class-leading levels of safety performance and will offer the Honda Sensing™ suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies, including Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning, Multi-Angle Rearview Camera, Adaptive Cruise Control and Honda LaneWatch™, along with Honda's next-generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure.

    The new Civic marks the first time that global development of both the sedan and coupe models is being led by a North American R&D team, with design led by a team from Honda's Los Angeles design studio and development centered in the company's Raymond, Ohio vehicle development center. The North American version of the Civic Sedan will be produced in Greensburg, Indiana, and in Alliston, Ontario. The Civic Coupe and Si models will also be manufactured in Alliston. The VTEC Turbo engine will be produced in Anna, Ohio with engines also produced in Alliston. The CVT will be produced in Russells Point, Ohio. Together, these four Honda plants have invested in new equipment, processes and training to prepare for new Civic production, which will use domestic and globally sourced parts. Production of the five-door hatchback will take place at the company's Swindon, UK plant.

    Honda is in the midst of a series of major product launches that began with the freshened CR-V – 2015 Motor Trend Sport Utility of the Year – and continues with the spring launch of the all-new 2016 Honda HR-V crossover and the summer launch of the redesigned 2016 Honda Pilot SUV. This will be followed by the new Civic release beginning this fall.

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    I'm actually really excited about this. I can see the promise in the design language and am relieved to know the next one isn't going to be another rehash of a 10 year-old design. The details are also pretty juicy. More body-styles? Yes! Turbocharged power-trains? Yes! Type-R?! Oh lord, hallelujah!!!. This is definitely the biggest surprise of the show thus far. 

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    i only studied the side profile, and its like a smaller Accord coupe.  I think it looks good enough that it will please the Hondaphiles and otherwise looks alright to me.  Certainly an improvement.  2 door econocoupe with immature boy racers dress is sort of a dead segment but if anyone can respark interest in it, its a Honda Civic.

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    I know it sounds a bit superficial, but I am really drawn to this lime green color.  Not that I would actually want to drive a car with such a flamboyant color. lol 

     

    I also like the how the front tires fit in so high up the body of this Civic.  Never really been a fan of Honda's, but I think it is going to turn out to be a pretty good seller to it those that are a fan.

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    I'm actually really excited about this. I can see the promise in the design language and am relieved to know the next one isn't going to be another rehash of a 10 year-old design. The details are also pretty juicy. More body-styles? Yes! Turbocharged power-trains? Yes! Type-R?! Oh lord, hallelujah!!!. This is definitely the biggest surprise of the show thus far. 

     

     

    Scary-but I agree! Wanna see more......

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    I don't really like the model of the Civic... It looks a bit too sporty than what the car is supposed to be, an economic 4 door passenger car. Not really a big fan of Honda's, but other than that it looks like it could use some work...

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    I don't really like the model of the Civic... It looks a bit too sporty than what the car is supposed to be, an economic 4 door passenger car. Not really a big fan of Honda's, but other than that it looks like it could use some work...

     

     

    I'm no fan of Honda, but to complain that a car is too sporty and that it should only be a boring 4 door sedan is laughable.  If you're looking for another generic appliance there are plenty on the market already.

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