Honda Civic fans are looking forward to the 2016 Geneva Motor Show, where the company will showcase its newest Civic Hatchback Prototype.
So far, Honda published only a teaser sketch of its upcoming Civic model.
The preview concept hints at the revamped hatchback Civic variant that should replace the present European FK series Civic.
The latest Civic hatchback will be manufactured at Honda's UK plant. The model will be exported to global markets, including the United States, where it will be joining the sedan version already on the streets.
A number of spy shots of a five-door hatchback variant from Honda recently permeated the media. Some noticeable design elements from the model can be seen on the concept's teaser, backing the speculation that the prototype is the car from the shots.
Engine Specs
When looking under Honda's hood, two variants are in store. The first is a 1.0 VTEC Turbo engine that lashes out 127 horsepower and 200 Nm (148 pound-feet) of torque. The second powerhouse is a 1.5-liter VTEC Turbo engine that offers 201 horsepower and a traction of 260 Nm (192 pound-feet) of torque. American customers might recognize the latter as the same engine from the tenth-generation Civic sedan.
The American market gets a different set of powerhouses: a 1.5-liter VTEC Turbo at an undercharged 174 horsepower and 220 Nm (162 pound-feet) of torque, as well as a naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter DOHC powerhouse that packs 158 horsepower and 187 Nm (138 pound-feet) of torque.
The tenth-generation (FC) Civic sedan hasn't reached Europe yet, but will do so at the beginning of 2017. To have a better idea what the Civic sedan brings to the table, read this coverage.
There's a possibility that Europe will get both the hatchback and sedan body styles.
Other Honda Cars At The 2016 Geneva Motor Show
The new Civic hatchback is not the only expected model on the Geneva stage.
Fans of green cars will meet the Clarity Fuel Cell, which marks its first presence in Europe after being released at the Tokyo Motor Show last year. The range of the hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicle (FCV) is quite impressive, as it reaches a distance of 700 kilometers (435 miles). The car can host as much as five passengers, making it an interesting family car choice for environmentally friendly drivers.
A Jazz concept, dubbed Keenlight, will also share the stage with the hatchback and the FCV.
Sports car fans will also be happy to see the NSX, Honda's high-end, mid-engine sports car.
The automaker promised to make a few customer deliveries this year, and we will keep you posted on the details as soon as we have them.
