Honda Hybrid Sports Concept planned for Geneva
02-05-07, 07:48 AM
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Honda Hybrid Sports Concept planned for Geneva
Honda will unveil several new concept vehicles at next month’s Geneva, the most dramatic of which will be the Honda Small Hybrid Sports Concept. This latest concept is said to achieve an economy rating of just 3.5L per 100km as well handle and drive like a true sports car. The project was completed by Honda’s research and design studio based in Germany, but the sketch bares a striking resemblance to Lexus LF-A concept. Perhaps there was some inspiration taken from the recent Detroit show.
Alongside the hybrid will be a complete working version of the Concept FCX, which was displayed back at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show. Finally, the company will showcase its new clean diesel technology with a new engine and catalytic converter that reduces emissions to within the EPA’s strict Bin 5 standards.
These latest models follow a flood of recent concept cars from Honda and its up-market Acura brand that were displayed recently at both the LA and Detroit shows, and hopefully hint at some upcoming new models, namely the replacement for the aging Insight hybrid and S2000. Honda’s new Formula One car and a racing version of the Civic Type R road car will also be displayed at Geneva show.
Alongside the hybrid will be a complete working version of the Concept FCX, which was displayed back at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show. Finally, the company will showcase its new clean diesel technology with a new engine and catalytic converter that reduces emissions to within the EPA’s strict Bin 5 standards.
These latest models follow a flood of recent concept cars from Honda and its up-market Acura brand that were displayed recently at both the LA and Detroit shows, and hopefully hint at some upcoming new models, namely the replacement for the aging Insight hybrid and S2000. Honda’s new Formula One car and a racing version of the Civic Type R road car will also be displayed at Geneva show.
02-05-07, 03:47 PM
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The usual complaint that I have heard about Honda engines is the lack of torque, which their hybrid system definitely helps on.
I am glad to see that they have not given up hybrids - lately it seems as if diesels are their focus.
I am glad to see that they have not given up hybrids - lately it seems as if diesels are their focus.
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03-06-07, 08:34 AM
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HONDA UNVEILS “HONDA SMALL HYBRID SPORTS CONCEPT”
Date: March 06, 2007 09:03
Submitted by: Jeff
Source: Honda EU Press Release
Credibility Rating: Not Specified
March 6, 2007, Geneva – Honda has unveiled a concept model which represents its interpretation of how a future hybrid model might appear. Honda Small Hybrid Sports Concept, a design study model, demonstrates a unique fusion of advanced environmental technology, exciting styling and fun-to-drive characteristics. This is its world premiere for the model, which has been penned by the design studio at Honda R&D Europe based in Offenbach, Germany.
The Small Hybrid Sports Concept is conceived around a front-wheel drive, small car platform and is powered by a Honda IMA 4-cylinder petrol/electric hybrid system driving through a CVT transmission. It explores the idea that a car can have a low environmental impact yet still deliver all the driving enjoyment expected of a compact sports car.
The aerodynamic design is characterised by curvaceous and contoured surfaces contrasting with sharp “folded” edges. The short front and rear overhangs, together with wheelarches that wrap tightly around large wheels, further enhance the dramatic looks of this sports coupe. An accentuated, arrow-like nose features a full width air intake with Civic family overtones. This sweeps forward into a distinct protruding centre section complete with ‘H’ logo.
The Concept model’s fluid lines are created by a steeply raked windscreen which extends back above the occupants’ heads where it meets a one piece glass roof. This in turn flows rearwards to give the car its fastback styling, terminating in a distinctive and futuristic 3D floating glass design – a concave element which forms an additional vertical window. At its base, further distinction is provided by a ‘floating’ LED tail light unit that stretches across the full width of the car. At its centre, the glass panel extends downwards and contains an illuminated ‘Small Hybrid Sports’ name plate.
The Hybrid Sports Concept is equipped with 165/60 section tyres mounted on 20-inch distinctive rims. Their dimension supports low rolling resistance without compromising sporty driving.
Compact external dimensions lend themselves to nimble, agile performance on the road and help to ensure a good power to weight ratio. 4000 mm in length, 1270 mm tall and 1760 mm wide, and the 2350 mm wheelbase, in conjunction with a sports suspension, delivers stable and predictable handling characteristics.
The body is particularly aerodynamically efficient and compact. Rear-facing digital cameras take the place of conventional door mirrors.
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03-06-07, 08:47 AM
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Looks like a Matchbox toy. 
This will probably turn into the next Insight. From the little bit of info above, powertrain doesnt seem to different from the one used in the Civic. Wheres the advancement.
This will probably turn into the next Insight. From the little bit of info above, powertrain doesnt seem to different from the one used in the Civic. Wheres the advancement.
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