Honda’s appearance at this year’s Geneva Motor show led with the worldwide reveal of the Civic Type R Concept model.
Dubbed by the design team as a “racing car for the road”, its bold and aggressive styling reflects the strong performance characteristics for which Type R is renowned and provides the styling direction for the exterior design of the highly anticipated production version that debuts in 2015.
One of the most standout advances on the Concept model is the new rear spoiler featuring LED tail lights integrated into the rear wing, which accentuates the Type R’s futuristic look. The shape and angle of the double rear wing has been designed to provide additional down-force, as a direct result of feedback gained through testing on the track.
Supporting the design direction are 20in wheels, edged by a red ring, with visible red brake calipers and a bright-red stripe running along the bottom of the front spoiler.
While further detail on performance is yet to be announced, Honda has confirmed that the forthcoming Type R will be the first model in Europe to feature one of its new Vtec Turbo engines from the Earth Dreams Technology range. The 2.0-litre, direct injection, four-cylinder turbo is expected to deliver class-leading output of at least 276bhp and will be EURO 6 compliant.