New Honda Civic hatchback concept teased

Honda has released a teaser sketch of the Civic hatchback concept. The prototype will preview the exterior design of the next-generation Civic and will be showcased at the Geneva Motor Show next month. The new five-door Civic will launch early next year and will be built at Honda’s Swindon plant.

Honda has not released any further details, but the mainstream engine for this Civic is expected to be the new 1.5-litre petrol turbo unit that powers the Civic in the US.

The car is also expected to get a new 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine which produces 127bhp and 20.46kgm. Honda’s current 1.6-litre diesel engine will also likely be fitted in the new Civic.