FinalGear.com Forums  

Go Back   FinalGear.com Forums > Automotive Discussion > Automotive News / Spy Shots / Concepts / Rumor Mill

Welcome to the FinalGear.com Forums!

This is the place to discuss everything related to Top Gear, Fifth Gear, and more! However, to gain full access to these forums, you will need to register. As a registered member, you will be able to:

  • Remove all ads from the forums. If you've taken the time to register, we'll thank you by not bothering you with them.
  • Make your own posts and threads. The shows' producers have been known to read these forums, so you may just influence the shows by posting here!
  • View the Video Offers and Video Requests forums which contain lots of great content.
  • Get to know a bunch of friendly people and participate in an ever-growing community.

All this and much more is available to you absolutely free when you register for an account, so sign up today!

If you have any problems with the registration process or logging into your account, you can contact us. Already have an account? Login to the upper-right to hide this message and all advertisements on the forums.


Automotive News / Spy Shots / Concepts / Rumor Mill Discussion of new cars on the market, concept cars, prototypes, spy shots, etc.

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Search this Thread
Old August 20th, 2008, 04:16 PM   #1
 
Dins's Avatar
 
Joined: Jul 27th, 2005
Last Online: 12:00 AM
Location: Duesseldorf, Germany
Age: 23
Posts: 774
Car: 325i
Rep Power: 23
Dins has between 650 and 999 reputationDins has between 650 and 999 reputationDins has between 650 and 999 reputationDins has between 650 and 999 reputationDins has between 650 and 999 reputationDins has between 650 and 999 reputationDins has between 650 and 999 reputation
Send a message via MSN to Dins Send a message via Skype™ to Dins
Default New Civic

From Auto Express:

Quote:
The new Honda Civic is here – and yet again it’s set to break the mould in the family hatchback sector! These exclusive shots show how the next car will look when it hits the showroom in 2010, and as you can see, the Japanese maker has opted for a shape that is even bolder and more individual than the current model.

With Vauxhall set to launch a stylish new Astra, and the next, sleek Ford Focus due in 2010, competition is fierce – but Honda has pulled out the stops to create a real stunner. As revealed in Issue 1,023, the OSM concept seen at the British Motor Show was more than simply an ‘Open Study Model’ – as the face of the new Civic is almost identical.

There are hints of VW’s IROC concept, which was toned down to become the Scirocco, in the gaping front grille. The new hatchback adds elements carried over from the current Civic, too, most notably the trademark single strip light cluster at the rear. But Honda fans will note that the split rear screen has been dropped to improve visibility. Shallow glass areas, broad shoulders and a nose-down stance give this three-door model a sporty and purposeful look.

The hatchback ‘coupé’ pictured here will be aimed at younger buyers, who want style and image more than outright practicality. So, as well as big alloys and a contrasting black bodykit, the three-door gets lowered suspension and a dark interior with deeply sculpted seats.

The three-door will be distinct from the five, as Honda adopts an approach similar to the Renault Mégane by pitching the two cars at different buyers. So, the five-door will be more for the family, with a taller roofline offering plenty of space, a bigger boot, plus a softer ride and handling balance.

The engine line-up will be shared between the two styles, though, and our sources have revealed that a 1.5-litre IMA hybrid engine with more than 150bhp and sub-CO2 120g/km emissions will appear.

In fact, the Civic will herald a change in focus for the Japanese maker as it seeks to reduce CO2 emissions. It’s currently restructuring manufacturing facilities to cater for large-scale hybrid production.

Over the next five years, Honda plans to power all four-cylinder cars using either petrol hybrids with lithium-ion batteries or i-CTDi diesels. But it is also introducing ‘deactivation technology’ for its V6, V8 and V10 engines. This means that some
cylinders will not be used in more relaxed driving conditions in an attempt to improve efficiency.

Hot hatch fans will also be well catered for, as a Type R flagship is in the works, powered by a 2.0-litre i-VTEC engine which, given Honda’s five-year hybrid plan, could be boosted by an electric motor. This would make it the world’s first hybrid hot hatch!
http://img49.imageshack.us/img49/5163/carphoto27729025bx1.jpg
http://img49.imageshack.us/img49/5268/carphoto27729325su6.jpg

Looks good, but too much Scirocco in it.

Well, how interesting.

EDIT: Wouldn't let me link.
__________________

"[...] Front wheel drive is the work of satan." - James May


"Yes." - Mika Hakkinen

Last edited by Dins; August 20th, 2008 at 04:24 PM..
Dins is online now   Reply With Quote
Want To Remove This Ad? Just Register For A FREE Account!
Old August 20th, 2008, 04:18 PM   #2
 
vikiradTG2007's Avatar
 
Joined: Feb 8th, 2007
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Age: 17
Posts: 3,010
Car: (as soon as I get my license) 2001 Focus 1.8D
Rep Power: 34
vikiradTG2007 has a reputation beyond reputevikiradTG2007 has a reputation beyond reputevikiradTG2007 has a reputation beyond reputevikiradTG2007 has a reputation beyond reputevikiradTG2007 has a reputation beyond reputevikiradTG2007 has a reputation beyond reputevikiradTG2007 has a reputation beyond reputevikiradTG2007 has a reputation beyond reputevikiradTG2007 has a reputation beyond reputevikiradTG2007 has a reputation beyond reputevikiradTG2007 has a reputation beyond repute
Default

If there were any pictures in the OP...


...then all I can say is Hotlink Fail.



EDIT: It does look like a mix of the Scirocco and the current Civic. But that's not anything bad, since both are good-looking cars.

Only slight changes, plus pumping up the VTEC in the Type-R to 9k rpm and you've got a winner.
__________________

BRING BACK THE 3.5 L V12 ENGINES TO F1!!!!!
"Racing at Le Mans is the equivalent of cramming an entire Grand Prix season in 24 hours." (Martin Brundle)
The history of F1 engine awesomeness: one engine model, 155 GP wins over 18 distinguished years of activity.
Mika Hakkinen is the Stig...

Last edited by vikiradTG2007; August 20th, 2008 at 04:32 PM..
vikiradTG2007 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 04:29 PM   #3
 
_HighVoltage_'s Avatar
 
Joined: Aug 5th, 2006
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Bulgaria / Athens, WV
Age: 21
Posts: 1,182
Car: 1998 VW Polo 1.0
Rep Power: 19
_HighVoltage_ has between 650 and 999 reputation_HighVoltage_ has between 650 and 999 reputation_HighVoltage_ has between 650 and 999 reputation_HighVoltage_ has between 650 and 999 reputation_HighVoltage_ has between 650 and 999 reputation_HighVoltage_ has between 650 and 999 reputation_HighVoltage_ has between 650 and 999 reputation
Send a message via Skype™ to _HighVoltage_
Default

I wonder how ghastly the US version will look like this time...
_HighVoltage_ is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 04:42 PM   #4
 
The_Finn's Avatar
 
Joined: Feb 7th, 2005
Last Online: 12:01 AM
Location: Worcestersheshershire MA
Age: 27
Posts: 2,528
Car: 1988 Mazda 323 GTX / 1997 Saab 900s
Rep Power: 32
The_Finn has between 1000 and 1499 reputationThe_Finn has between 1000 and 1499 reputationThe_Finn has between 1000 and 1499 reputationThe_Finn has between 1000 and 1499 reputationThe_Finn has between 1000 and 1499 reputationThe_Finn has between 1000 and 1499 reputationThe_Finn has between 1000 and 1499 reputationThe_Finn has between 1000 and 1499 reputationThe_Finn has between 1000 and 1499 reputationThe_Finn has between 1000 and 1499 reputation
Send a message via AIM to The_Finn Send a message via MSN to The_Finn
Default

Yay hatchback... ugly as fuck headlights/taillights though
__________________
Proud owner of a 1988 mazda 323 GTX: The poor rich mans evo...



“Auto racing, bull fighting, and mountain climbing are the only real sports ... all others are games.”
~Ernest Hemingway~

It's all about having the right priorities. You can sleep in your car but you can't race your house -|- Basically i go accurately and on special lines
The_Finn is online now   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 04:46 PM   #5
AiR
 
AiR's Avatar
 
Joined: Dec 19th, 2005
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Sweden
Posts: 634
Car: 07 Opel Astra Diesel
Rep Power: 20
AiR has between 650 and 999 reputationAiR has between 650 and 999 reputationAiR has between 650 and 999 reputationAiR has between 650 and 999 reputationAiR has between 650 and 999 reputationAiR has between 650 and 999 reputationAiR has between 650 and 999 reputation
Default

I'd consider that if build quality from Swindon would be up to par. The thin paint especially is an industry joke (70μ!!).
No squeaks and lakes of water in the door this time and it's a winner.
And this model even has a rear window wiper!
AiR is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 04:51 PM   #6
Dispenses buckshot medication for all undead patients.
 
Blind_Io's Avatar
 
Joined: Apr 5th, 2006
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Richmond, California, USA
Age: 28
Posts: 9,076
Car: 2004 Honda Civic Coupe 2000 VFR800 Interceptor
Rep Power: 121
Blind_Io has a reputation beyond reputeBlind_Io has a reputation beyond reputeBlind_Io has a reputation beyond reputeBlind_Io has a reputation beyond reputeBlind_Io has a reputation beyond reputeBlind_Io has a reputation beyond reputeBlind_Io has a reputation beyond reputeBlind_Io has a reputation beyond reputeBlind_Io has a reputation beyond reputeBlind_Io has a reputation beyond reputeBlind_Io has a reputation beyond repute
Send a message via ICQ to Blind_Io Send a message via AIM to Blind_Io Send a message via Yahoo to Blind_Io
Default

I love it and I WANT! images/smilies/w00t.gif

I love the look of the Sirocco, and since we won't be getting it in the US, I want this! If it looks anything like the renders it just moved to the top of my list.
__________________

War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is Strength
Blind_Io is online now   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 05:18 PM   #7
 
Pedrocas's Avatar
 
Joined: Feb 6th, 2008
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Setúbal, Portugal
Posts: 174
Car: Citroen ZX 1.4i Tonic
Rep Power: 4
Pedrocas has between 10 and 49 reputation
Default

It's uglier as hell.
Pedrocas is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 05:53 PM   #8
 
Red_Bull's Avatar
 
Joined: Jan 11th, 2007
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Adelaide, Australia
Age: 21
Posts: 2,744
Car: Holden Commodore VS
Rep Power: 42
Red_Bull has a reputation beyond reputeRed_Bull has a reputation beyond reputeRed_Bull has a reputation beyond reputeRed_Bull has a reputation beyond reputeRed_Bull has a reputation beyond reputeRed_Bull has a reputation beyond reputeRed_Bull has a reputation beyond reputeRed_Bull has a reputation beyond reputeRed_Bull has a reputation beyond reputeRed_Bull has a reputation beyond reputeRed_Bull has a reputation beyond repute
Send a message via MSN to Red_Bull
Default

Looks brilliant!
__________________
Red_Bull is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 06:03 PM   #9
 
airmenair's Avatar
 
Joined: Aug 18th, 2005
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Arlington, Texas, USA
Posts: 1,196
Rep Power: 27
airmenair has between 1000 and 1499 reputationairmenair has between 1000 and 1499 reputationairmenair has between 1000 and 1499 reputationairmenair has between 1000 and 1499 reputationairmenair has between 1000 and 1499 reputationairmenair has between 1000 and 1499 reputationairmenair has between 1000 and 1499 reputationairmenair has between 1000 and 1499 reputationairmenair has between 1000 and 1499 reputation
Default

My first reaction was "Ugh!" Then I looked at it some more and it looks ok. I swear though the front looks an awful lot like Peugeot.
airmenair is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 06:06 PM   #10
 
Joined: Oct 9th, 2007
Last Online: Yesterday
Posts: 218
Rep Power: 11
Dr_Q has between 450 and 549 reputationDr_Q has between 450 and 549 reputationDr_Q has between 450 and 549 reputationDr_Q has between 450 and 549 reputationDr_Q has between 450 and 549 reputationDr_Q has between 450 and 549 reputation
Default

I actually quite like this. I thought the looks of the current model would grow on me but they never did. Having said that though I really don't like the 'cyclops' taillights if they change those I think the back will go from plain weird looking to just a bit odd.
__________________
Flickr
Dr_Q is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 06:41 PM   #11
 
Ramseus's Avatar
 
Joined: Jan 11th, 2008
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Winterpigland, Canadaland
Age: 18
Posts: 387
Car: 2002 Hyundai Accent lol
Rep Power: 18
Ramseus has between 1000 and 1499 reputationRamseus has between 1000 and 1499 reputationRamseus has between 1000 and 1499 reputationRamseus has between 1000 and 1499 reputationRamseus has between 1000 and 1499 reputationRamseus has between 1000 and 1499 reputationRamseus has between 1000 and 1499 reputationRamseus has between 1000 and 1499 reputationRamseus has between 1000 and 1499 reputationRamseus has between 1000 and 1499 reputation
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Blind_Io View Post
I love it and I WANT! images/smilies/w00t.gif

I love the look of the Sirocco, and since we won't be getting it in the US, I want this! If it looks anything like the renders it just moved to the top of my list.
Euro Civic, man, North America isn't allowed to have hatches. images/smilies/wink.gif
(and AFAIK it's still not final whether or not we get the Scirocco)

Sexy car is sexy. The current Euro Civic just looks huge and fat.
Ramseus is online now   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 07:46 PM   #12
 
starfox07's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 7th, 2007
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Ennis, Tx, USA
Age: 19
Posts: 1,625
Car: 1984 Mazda RX7 GSL-SE
Rep Power: 26
starfox07 has between 1500 and 1999 reputationstarfox07 has between 1500 and 1999 reputationstarfox07 has between 1500 and 1999 reputationstarfox07 has between 1500 and 1999 reputationstarfox07 has between 1500 and 1999 reputationstarfox07 has between 1500 and 1999 reputationstarfox07 has between 1500 and 1999 reputationstarfox07 has between 1500 and 1999 reputationstarfox07 has between 1500 and 1999 reputationstarfox07 has between 1500 and 1999 reputationstarfox07 has between 1500 and 1999 reputation
Default

Headlights and front end are too...."trendy." Looks better than the current model though I think.
__________________

'84 RX7 GSL-SE
'94 Integra LS
'87 Merkur XR4Ti
'94 Civic Coupe (SIR swap) (sold)
'91 Mustang Coupe 5.0 (gone )
'89 Merkur XR4Ti
starfox07 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 07:57 PM   #13
 
Vette Boss's Avatar
 
Joined: Nov 14th, 2004
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: United States, Britain, in time
Age: 23
Posts: 3,028
Car: Nissan Altima 3.5-litre SE
Rep Power: 36
Vette Boss has between 1500 and 1999 reputationVette Boss has between 1500 and 1999 reputationVette Boss has between 1500 and 1999 reputationVette Boss has between 1500 and 1999 reputationVette Boss has between 1500 and 1999 reputationVette Boss has between 1500 and 1999 reputationVette Boss has between 1500 and 1999 reputationVette Boss has between 1500 and 1999 reputationVette Boss has between 1500 and 1999 reputationVette Boss has between 1500 and 1999 reputationVette Boss has between 1500 and 1999 reputation
Send a message via ICQ to Vette Boss Send a message via AIM to Vette Boss Send a message via MSN to Vette Boss Send a message via Yahoo to Vette Boss
Default

I sense some S2000 DNA at the front, which is good. Back end is a bit too square, but it needs to be for practicality.

If the production model looks anything close to that, it will sell very well.
__________________

2003 Nissan Altima 3.5SE SHIFT_the future
Vette Boss is online now   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 10:50 PM   #14
fbc
Mantastic!
 
fbc's Avatar
 
Joined: Jan 8th, 2005
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Age: 33
Posts: 10,641
Car: 2006 MY07 Astra SRi Turbo
Rep Power: 82
fbc has a reputation beyond reputefbc has a reputation beyond reputefbc has a reputation beyond reputefbc has a reputation beyond reputefbc has a reputation beyond reputefbc has a reputation beyond reputefbc has a reputation beyond reputefbc has a reputation beyond reputefbc has a reputation beyond reputefbc has a reputation beyond reputefbc has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Looks fantastic - not sure about the taillights, but overall I like it, a whole lot.
__________________
www.sniffpetrol.com
fbc is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 10:57 PM   #15
 
Wizegui's Avatar
 
Joined: May 3rd, 2006
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Richmond, BC
Age: 17
Posts: 1,671
Car: 93 Toyota Tercel
LFS Status: LFS Status
Rep Power: 22
Wizegui has between 1000 and 1499 reputationWizegui has between 1000 and 1499 reputationWizegui has between 1000 and 1499 reputationWizegui has between 1000 and 1499 reputationWizegui has between 1000 and 1499 reputationWizegui has between 1000 and 1499 reputationWizegui has between 1000 and 1499 reputationWizegui has between 1000 and 1499 reputation
Send a message via MSN to Wizegui
Default

It doesn't seem like an improvement over the current design. I know it's just specuilation, but it looks a lot like the VW Scirocco.
__________________

My 1993 Lexus IS 150...
If you actually googled this up, then I've got some bad news for you...
Wizegui is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 20th, 2008, 10:57 PM   #16
Gulf Livery Rules
 
IceBone's Avatar
 
Joined: Jan 14th, 2007
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Slovenistan
Age: 24
Posts: 6,892
Car: Mitsubishi Carisma GDI
Rep Power: 74
IceBone has a reputation beyond reputeIceBone has a reputation beyond reputeIceBone has a reputation beyond reputeIceBone has a reputation beyond reputeIceBone has a reputation beyond reputeIceBone has a reputation beyond reputeIceBone has a reputation beyond reputeIceBone has a reputation beyond reputeIceBone has a reputation beyond reputeIceBone has a reputation beyond reputeIceBone has a reputation beyond repute
Send a message via Yahoo to IceBone Send a message via Skype™ to IceBone
Default

It actually reminds me more of the Honda s2000. So who copied who?
__________________

The Mitsubishop of Natural Aspiraton
IceBone is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 21st, 2008, 12:52 AM   #17
 
Aston Martin's Avatar
 
Joined: Sep 20th, 2006
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Hull, England
Posts: 1,188
Rep Power: 20
Aston Martin has between 650 and 999 reputationAston Martin has between 650 and 999 reputationAston Martin has between 650 and 999 reputationAston Martin has between 650 and 999 reputationAston Martin has between 650 and 999 reputationAston Martin has between 650 and 999 reputationAston Martin has between 650 and 999 reputationAston Martin has between 650 and 999 reputation
Default

Auto Express photoshops are about as reliable as....
Aston Martin is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 21st, 2008, 01:04 AM   #18
D:
 
Hidden_Hunter's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 7th, 2006
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Age: 20
Posts: 4,503
Car: '08 Honda Accord Euro
Rep Power: 49
Hidden_Hunter has a reputation beyond reputeHidden_Hunter has a reputation beyond reputeHidden_Hunter has a reputation beyond reputeHidden_Hunter has a reputation beyond reputeHidden_Hunter has a reputation beyond reputeHidden_Hunter has a reputation beyond reputeHidden_Hunter has a reputation beyond reputeHidden_Hunter has a reputation beyond reputeHidden_Hunter has a reputation beyond reputeHidden_Hunter has a reputation beyond reputeHidden_Hunter has a reputation beyond repute
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by AiR View Post
I'd consider that if build quality from Swindon would be up to par. The thin paint especially is an industry joke (70μ!!).
No squeaks and lakes of water in the door this time and it's a winner.
And this model even has a rear window wiper!
My brothers Civic Type-r came from Swindon.... and the bonnet latch didn't work. Not sure about the paint it seems quite thick
__________________
My car is dark grey not black!

Last edited by Hidden_Hunter; August 21st, 2008 at 01:12 AM..
Hidden_Hunter is online now   Reply With Quote
Old August 21st, 2008, 08:38 AM   #19
 
smolik's Avatar
 
Joined: Jul 21st, 2008
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Zagreb, Croatia
Posts: 70
Rep Power: 4
smolik has between 150 and 249 reputationsmolik has between 150 and 249 reputationsmolik has between 150 and 249 reputation
Send a message via MSN to smolik
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Aston Martin View Post
Auto Express photoshops are about as reliable as....
"These exclusive shots show how the next car will look when it hits the showroom in 2010"

those aren't renderings, but real shots unfortunately, at least they say so

I don't like it, looks too much like the IROC Concept
but I didn't like the current generation when it was first revealed, and now I think it looks brilliant
smolik is offline   Reply With Quote
Old August 21st, 2008, 10:55 AM   #20
 
-Cpt. J.-'s Avatar
 
Joined: Aug 3rd, 2006
Last Online: Yesterday
Location: Bar stool
Age: 24
Posts: 1,004
Car: Drunken Pedestrian
Rep Power: 12
-Cpt. J.- has between 50 and 149 reputation-Cpt. J.- has between 50 and 149 reputation
Default

Ugly as fuck. images/smilies/yucky.gif
-Cpt. J.- is offline   Reply With Quote
Want To Remove This Ad? Just Register For A FREE Account!
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 

Go Back   FinalGear.com Forums > Automotive Discussion > Automotive News / Spy Shots / Concepts / Rumor Mill