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Keeping track of who's cribbing whose automotive designs is about to get even more difficult once Honda brings its new Euro Civic to market. If this rendering from Auto Express is to be believed, the new hatch is a certifiable stunner. That is due in large part to the fact it looks almost exactly like another stunner: the new Volkswagen Scirocco. Swap out the grille and the rear lights, and that Honda is... practically a VW.

The OSM concept at the British Auto Show was the appetizer for the next Euro Civic's looks -- there was simply more distance between it and That Other Hatch since the OSM had no top. Under the hood, though, Honda has vastly different plans: rumors include a 1.5-liter hybrid with 150 hp and a 2.0-liter for the Type R that could be assisted by an electric motor

The 2-door hatch will be a different proposition than the 4-door and aimed at a different buyer just like the current models in Europe. Not that it will make a difference to American buyers, because just like the car it (kind of) plays doppelganger to, the Civic hatch isn't coming to the U.S. Thanks for the tip, Colin!

[Source: Auto Express]

Rendered Speculation: Next Euro Civic will look like Scirocco? originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Civic 3-Door

The Civic 3-Door that we previewed earlier is now official, thanks to Honda UK. Sharply styled, the Civic 3-Door Type S gets 140 horsepower underhood courtesy of either a 1.8L i-VTEC four or a 2.2L diesel. Both engines come with a six-speed manual as standard equipment. Buyers of the gasoline-engined car will be able to select the i-SHIFT automated manual gearbox as an option.

The interior features Honda's Dual Link dash, and alacantra seating, aluminum pedals, and a leather-wrapped wheel communicate the car's sporty nature. Interior carrying capacity is identical to that of the Civic 5-door when the fold-flat rear seats are down.

All Type S models get 17" wheels and Vehicle Stability Assist as well. The Type S GT adds a panoramic glass roof and a host of convenience options, including dual-zone A/C and cruise control.

In March 2007, the UK will see the Civic Type S joined by the 200HP Civic Type R.

The Civic Type S 3-door goes on sale in January 2007. It makes its global debut at July's British International Motor Show.

Dear Honda, America wants the Civic Type R. In white, please. Love, Autoblog.

Update: More photos (interior and exterior) added after the jump, courtesy of Autoblog Spanish.

(Press release, pics after the jump)

[Source: Honda UK]

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Honda Civic 3-Door Type S for Europe originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 29 Jun 2006 11:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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World Car Fans has a gallery of new spy photos of Honda Motor's Euro-Civic hatchback, apparently in Type-R trim. The lightly disguised Civic looks like it should be a worthy competitor in the european market's hot hatch wars.

Although WCF reports that all models of the new hatch will get sportier suspension tuning than the sedan, the real fun is reserved for the Type-R, which gets a 197 hp 2-liter engine - good for a 0-100 km/h time of 6.5 seconds.

The Civic hatchback hits U.K. showrooms this summer, after its debut at the British Motor Show. The Type-R should appear next year. Follow the link for lots more photos!

[Source: World Car Fans] Thanks for the tip, Ebm14!

Spy Shots: Honda Civic Type-R originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 May 2006 13:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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