Last year Honda revealed a new Civic Type R prototype and a production version is now due to be shown at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show.

This wild-looking thing is the prototype version of the Honda Civic Type R. The prototypeoffers a glimpse into the future of the Type R brand and the new Civic Type R will be shown at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show in production formbefore going on sale in markets around the world.

The prototypeyou see here isbased on the new Honda Civic hatchback and it has gained numerous go-faster visual bits. The wings and aerodynamic kit aren't just for show and will aid the Honda Civic Type R in terms of handling and grip. The paint job is unique and is ahighly reflective wth a finely-grained brushed aluminium-effect finish. Note the bonnet scoop which will provide cooling air into the engine bay.

While there's no official word on engine and transmission, we predict that the new Honda Civic Type R will use a modified version of the current 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder motor. It currently pushes out 228 kW and 400 Nm, but we reckon that'll be upped considerably to keep pace with its rivals.

The production Civic Type R will be manufactured at Honda's UK plant in Swindon with sales expected to kick off during the second half of 2017. This is great news as the United Kingdom is a right-hand drive market, meaning its highly likely we'll see this monster coming to South Africa. Honda fans in the United States of America are particularly excited as this new Civic Type R has been confirmed for sale in that region, making it the first time any Honda-badged Type R will besold there.

Further Reading

Watch our ultimate track video featuring the Honda Civic Type R

Read a review of the current Honda Civic Type R

Watch the Type R teaser video

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