# High-Performance Coupe Concepts The Honda Civic Concept Features Toned-Down Styling By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-04-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-civic-concept References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/2016-honda-civic-coupe-sedan-scoop-images/37071/) & [honda](http://www.honda.ca/civic) The [Honda](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-civic-ehev) Civic Concept won't be released in production form till the end of the year, but it's already creating plenty of buzz. This [coupe version](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-century) of the Civic will inform other versions of the car worldwide. The production model of this Honda Civic Concept is expected to share the same metalwork as the concept, with styling toned down significantly due to removal of the deep front and rear air dams, rear spoiler, wheels and side mirrors. The car's headlights will also be less futuristic than the concept version, which is all-LED. Honda is still holding many of the technical details close to its chest, but we do know for a fact that these 10th-generation Civics will be using 2-liter normally aspirated four-cylinder engines and 1.5-liter [turbocharged engines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-turismo), all equipped with Honda's proprietary VTEC variable valve timing and lift systems. What's clear is that this is a vehicle targeted towards people who value performance over flash. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **High-performance Coupe Concepts:** The demand for high-performance coupe concepts is growing, presenting an opportunity for automakers to innovate and create powerful yet stylish vehicles. - **Toned-down Styling:** There is a trend towards toned-down styling in the automotive industry, providing a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to cater to customers who value performance without flashy aesthetics. - **Variable Valve Timing and Lift Systems:** The use of variable valve timing and lift systems, such as Honda's proprietary VTEC technology, is becoming a popular trend in the automotive industry, offering potential for further advancement and optimization. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** The automotive industry has the opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for high-performance coupe concepts and develop innovative vehicles that combine power and style. - **Automotive Design:** The trend towards toned-down styling in the automotive industry opens up opportunities for designers and engineers to create aesthetically pleasing yet performance-focused vehicles that cater to specific customer preferences. - **Engine Manufacturing:** With the rising popularity of variable valve timing and lift systems, the engine manufacturing industry can explore ways to improve and incorporate these technologies into their products, offering enhanced performance and efficiency to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Efficient Dual-Motor Hybrid Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-civic-ehev.md) - [Sporty Four-Cylinder Hatchbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-integra.md) - [Accessible High-Performance Fastbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/integra.md) - [Revived Retro Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-hpx-concept.md) - [Japanese Electric Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-flagship.md) - [Heritage-Honoring Hybrid Coupes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-prelude.md) - [High-Performance Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-xcompact.md) - [Subcompact Sport Utility Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-honda-hrv.md) - [Superyacht-Inspired EV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acura-performance-ev-concept.md)