Being that the Montreal International Auto Show takes place the same week as the Detroit Auto Show, we can't say that we were expecting any world premieres, but Honda surprised us today with the unveiling of a new concept car named GEAR at the Canadian event.
The Japanese carmaker stated that the GEAR is a fresh study for a sub-compact (think Ford Fiesta) model aimed at young, urban, Gen-Y lifestyles. It added that the concept was inspired by fixed-gear bicycles (hence the name) and that it is "simple and utilitarian, but also customizable, connected and full of personality."
Dave Marek, Design Director at Honda R&D Americas explained: “Subcompact cars are usually either utilitarian, but uninspiring or they’re fun, zippy cars that are impractical and too expensive for the Gen-Y buyer. GEAR Concept tears down those walls – it’s practical but fun, customizable, connected and affordable. Everything that young, discerning urban buyers would want in a car.”
Honda did not release any information about the car's powertrain, nor if it has plans to introduce a production model.
27 Comments:
Wow. I like it.
The non-angry headlights and non angular body lines are a breath of fresh air to what every other car designer seems to be doing lately. Like this. Would buy it.
This is what I want to see from Honda. The old Honda that creates surprising, fun, practical transportation. I would love to own one.
yeah very cool
dodge challenger meets crx
absolutely, and with so few un-necessary lines to muddle the design, the proportions have to be spot on, and they are! Great design, and if brought it out as is, it would go beyond being uncontested in its segments, and may even steal Mini, Mercedes, BMW, and Audi mini-car buyers.
ford escort front
That really looks refreshing and very good. Would definitly buy one if it's underpinnings are any good.
Actually, it's more like the 1st generation Civic from the 70s. They did retro-styling.
This concept will be great for the styling direction of the next-gen Honda Fit/Jazz. I hope at least the front end will make it into the production (if not the whole car!).
Try a little earlier with the Honda Z600. I like it though, simple and small ... remember those days?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_Z600
Very very nice. Nice to see a clean simple design in concept form for once. Hyundai/Kia really need to sort their million body crease and line design out.
My 92 civic still looks clean and not too old even today. Just shows the more simple and understated a design is, the more timeless it is. Something Honda are very good at generally anyways
Pin this concept for production Honda guys!
That FACE!! That REAR!!
Want one!
Add a couple of doors and call it a Fit / Jazz...
and I'd buy one tomorrow - sorry busy today!
I hope the mass production is not weird as the concept ;)
I like it. Very nice design.
It is a really cool looking concept!
Finally a hatch for north america? But the front is horrible, they should give her an accord front look but tinier
Could be good.
finally honda is on the right track for styling! honda, please make this your master design and refresh all your cars!!! love it!
Great design from Honda, this is what I expect from you...not that crappy new civic. But oh well tooo little too late, already bought a Fiat
Wow this thing is fantastic but will it reach production in one piece, I really hope so.
I love unique designs. I think it is cute. :)
I got tired of angry headlamps too. I don't like it when manufacturers copy each other. The main point of diversity is that there will be different options for people to choose from.
LOVE THIS! Clearly styled off of a 70's Civic. Would buy this for sure.
It would give them the unique flair to set them apart aesthetically from their competitors.
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