While many manufacturers do their testing of new cars on the track of Nurburgring, the Japanese concern has sent the European version of Honda Civic hatchback the next generation of run-in one of the capitals of the Old World.
Honda Civic Hatchback generation "next" was seen today at Piccadilly Circus, one of the major transport interchanges, located in central London. Before his visit to the capital of the United Kingdom has replaced the old prototype plastic protective apron on the fabric, "camouflage", which hides the lights of a new form, modernized grille and a modified bumper. The back of the hatchback body in the picture is not visible, but is believed by experts to "feed" disappeared spoiler hampers visibility, and there was "caretaker" for the rear window.
"European" Civic, projecting that was fought in the German Research Centre for Honda, is built on the old front-drive platform. In power-line model will include engines, engine components range current generation Civic, which will undergo a small upgrade. Normally Japanese car will be equipped with fuel-efficient technology, Stop & Start.
Recall that the North American version of the Honda Civic, shown at the end of winter, is available for order with two petrol units with capacity of 140 and 203 hp and the 110-strong hybrid power plant, which brings together gasoline and electric motors.
The world premiere of the European version of Honda Civic will be one of the months remaining until the end of the year, sales of the model will start in 2012 at a price of around £16,000.
Next Gen 2012 Honda Civic testing in London
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