Skip to main content
  1. Home
  2. Cars
  3. News

The Honda Civic Tourer Active Life Concept is every cyclist’s dream car

Ronan Glon
By

Short of a bike rack, there are very few easy — and clean — ways to transport a bike from point A to point B, let alone a pair of bikes. Honda has seemingly solved the problem with the Civic Tourer Active Life concept that will be presented next to the wild Project 2&4 at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

Honda has replaced the rear seats with an innovative rotating rack that can hold up to two bikes. More than simply a storage unit, the Active Life doubles as a mobile workshop thanks to features like compartments built into the side of the trunk to store tools and water bottles, an overhead light built into the trunk lid, an air pump, and a retractable work bench.

Rack aside, the interior gains a black headliner inspired by the fire-breathing Civic Type R, strips of blue trim on the dash, and blue contrast stitching on the steering wheel, the center console, and the door panels.

Related

Outside, the Active Life stands out from a regular-production Civic Tourer thanks to an eye-catching three-tone blue, black and white paint job, black 18-inch alloy wheels and a concept-specific aerodynamic roof box designed to store equipment such as helmets and shoes.

There are no mechanical modifications to speak of. The Active Life is powered by a stock 1.6-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder engine borrowed from the Euro-spec Civic. Bolted to a manual transmission, it delivers 120 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque to the front wheels, enough to send the wagon from zero to 62 mph in 10.1 seconds.

Honda hints that it built the Active Life concept to showcase just how roomy the Civic Tourer’s trunk is. That means it will most likely remain a one-off model designed for the auto show circuit, and, much to the chagrin of Tour de France teams from all over the world, it won’t spawn a regular-production wagon in the near future.

Editors' Recommendations

Topics
Ronan Glon
Ronan Glon
Contributor
Ronan Glon is an American automotive and tech journalist based in southern France. As a long-time contributor to Digital…
The Audi AI:Trail Quattro concept is the autonomous off-roading EV of our dreams
audi aitrail quattro concept 2019 frankfurt motor show ai trail

Previous

Next

Read more
Rivian R2 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5: Should you wait for the Rivian R2?
Rivian R2

Rivian has taken the wraps off of the Rivian R2, an electric SUV that's similar to the much-loved R1S, but smaller and, crucially, cheaper. But the R2 goes up against some serious competition. The likes of Hyundai have been building solid EVs for some time now -- including the Hyundai Ioniq 5.

The R2 and the Ioniq 5 each make a compelling case for themselves, and they're likely to end up being similarly priced if the Ioniq 5 doesn't get much cheaper and the R2 does end up being sold at $45,000. To be fair, the cars are pretty different -- the R2 is more of an SUV, while the Ioniq 5 is much more crossover-sized. But because of their similar price, you might be deciding between the two. How do they compare? We put the Rivian R2 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 head-to-head.
Design
The differences between the Rivian R2 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 are perhaps no more apparent than when it comes to design.

Read more
The 6 best remote car starters in 2024
Best car remote starters

While some modern vehicles come standard with remote start features, it's still relatively uncommon. That's a shame because if you live somewhere where cold weather, snow, and ice are frequent concerns, a remote car starter is one of the best auto accessories you can have. If you're not familiar with them, a remote car starter works similarly to a key fob, except it will actually start your car from a distance instead of just unlocking the doors or trunk. That means you can start your car from the warm comfort of your home or office before venturing out. If you live somewhere hot, you can even start your car and let the AC run for a little bit. You'll never enter a freezing cold or scorching hot vehicle again.

The best remote car starters have long ranges, replaceable batteries, and other handy features — but how do you know which is best for you? We’ve compiled a list of the best car starters in a range of prices and features. Keep in mind that while you can install some yourself, some will require a professional.
The best remote car starters in 2024

Read more