First introduced in Japan in 1972, the Honda Civic name will turn 50 years old in 2022. The company is now readying the next-gen Civic sedan, which is scheduled to be introduced in 2021. The company has unveiled the concept version of the Honda Civic 2022. The prototype reveals that the new model will have all-new exterior and interior, better technology, and more safety features along with new colour options.
Exterior Changes
The Honda Civic 2022 comes with all-new design, which seems less aggressive than the outgoing model. The sedan prototype has all-new front fascia, featuring a more pronounced grille and sharper headlamps with LED DRLs (Daytime Running Lamps). The design seems relatively simple; however, the new Civic looks bigger and bolder in terms of presence. Like the 10th generation model, the new sedan has less aggressive side creases, a sloping creased C-pillar and striking detailing.
Honda claims that the new design will make the new Civic lower and wider than before; however, the prototype dimensions are identical to its predecessor. At the back, the Honda Civic 2022 prototype has larger spilt tail-lamps. There is a “trailing edge” spoiler that gives the new model more aggressive profile, which also improves the aerodynamics. The vehicle also gets dual exhaust tips, which add to its sporty character. The sedan is finished in Solar Flare Pearl Colour. It rides on 19-inch black alloys.
2 Body Styles
The Honda Civic 2022 will be offered in two body styles – Sedan and Hatchback. The company won’t introduce the Coupe version of the sedan. The Si sedan and the performance-oriented Type R hatch will be offered with the next-gen model.
Honda Civic 2022 Interior Changes
The interior of the new Civic comes with majority of the changes. The company has released the rendering, which shows that the cabin will offer simple dashboard with minimal buttons. Honda claims that the new Civic’s interior will offer great ergonomics and visibility.
Honda claims that instrument console is free of visual clutter, minimizing cut lines and breaks to offer driver a clear view of the road ahead. The dashboard has a honeycomb mesh accent. The new model is claimed to offer multiple new Civic-first technologies, including an all-digital driver’s meter cluster and a new 9-inch full-HD free-standing touchscreen infotainment system.
Safety and Technologies
The 11th generation Civic will come with multiple new active and passive safety f eatures, including an upgraded suite of Honda Sensing® safety and driver-assistive technologies, and multiple new airbag designs. The new Civic also gets a new version of Honda’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure with both improved occupant and pedestrian collision protection.
Honda Civic 2022 India Launch?
The company has showcased the prototype version of the next-gen Civic sedan. The production version of the sedan will be introduced in global markets in mid-2021. In India, the new model is expected to arrive in the end of 2022 as 2023 model. A possible debut at the 2022 Auto Expo can’t be ignored. The sedan will take on the likes of the Hyundai Elantra and the Skoda Octavia.
What’s Under The Hood?
Honda hasn’t released the engine specifications; however, the global model could receive the 1.0L turbocharged and 173bhp, 1.5 VTEC turbocharged petrol engines with CVT units. The company could also offer the 155bhp, 2.0L naturally-aspirated petrol engine. The 2022 Honda Civic could source the hybrid technology, which is called Honda i-MMD hybrid system, from the new Fit. The power and torque are transmitted to the front wheels via the e-CVT transmission. Japanese media also suggests that the sedan could feature the electrified 2.0 used by Accord.
