Honda’s Chinese Arm Introduces Linian Crossover Concept in Beijing

Following last year’s announcement concerning the development of its own-branded cars (see here), Honda’s Chinese manufacturing joint venture, Guangzhou Honda introduced its first product in the form of a compact crossover concept at the 2008 Beijing Auto Show (April 20 – 28).

Although we managed to find Guangzhou Honda’s official press release, it didn’t contain any noteworthy information on the Linian concept. However sources state that if all goes as planned, Guangzhou Honda will develop a production version of the 5-door compact-sized crossover that will enter the Chinese market in 2010. -Continued

Press Release - Translated From Chinese

Guangzhou Honda own-brand "concept" concept car

Design Idea:
"Concept" concept car, is rooted in "the next flu" and the "dream" of the design, interpretation of the future lifestyle and trend direction, inspired the new generation of China's boundless imagination for the future, creating an unparalleled sensory impact and the future of our unique trend.

Design characteristics:
Simple, atmospheric modeling with the former face fierce headlights and foster self-confidence and momentum; coherent side of the main body leaning forward with the contour lines bring a new generation of the 18th Army, active dynamic style to the rear of rich layers delicate lines and the front modeling in concert with a display of the new generation of fashion acumen.

Yue dynamic:
"Concept" concept car to a Honda for the technical support of the vitality of the brand through the direct transfer control feelings to the outside world. At the same time, underlines the innovators demeanor advancing with the times.
"Concept" concept cars on display is a dream for the future and the fervent desire for this to the originator, Guangzhou Honda will practice China has created ideal for the ultimate realization of China has created a world-class fashion dynamic quality of life the lofty vision.