Honda has showcased its bigger, but sportier Civic hatchback prototype atthe Geneva Motor Show.

A sporty-looking Honda Civic hatchback prototype is being shown at the Geneva Motor Show this week. In terms of dimensions, the Civic prototype is some 130 mm longer, 30 mm wider and 20 mm lower than the current Civic hatchback. A production version will likely be shown later in 2016 with the new Civic going on sale sometime in 2017. It has yet to be confirmed when the new Civic will become available in South Africa…

Honda Civic prototype: the details

The Civic prototype is fitted with LED headlights and daytime running lights as well as a bold bumper design and sculpted bonnet. Larger and wider wheels are also fitted, which addto its sporty appearance. The rear-end features two centrally mounted tailpipes and there are tworear spoilers –one on the roof and the other connecting the C-shaped LED taillights and housing the third brake light. Although images of the interior have not been shown yet, the interior will be more spacious than the current Civic considering the increase in dimensions.

In terms of engines, the new Civic will likely be powered by a turbocharged 1.0-litre engine and a 1.5-litre four-cylinder i-VTEC engine. The diesel offering feature a 1.6-litre i- DTEC unit and the engines will be mated with either a 6-speed manual or CVT transmission.

Production of the Euro-spec Civic will take place at Honda’s Swindon factory in the UK. We will keep you updated as more information becomes available.