Honda Civic

On sale October, price £24,000 (est)

The all-new 11th iteration of Honda’s family hatchback comes as a hybrid only, pairing a newly developed Atkinson-cycle 2.0-litre petrol engine with two electric motors to produce 181bhp and 232lb ft of torque while emitting less than 110g/km of CO2. The new Civic’s exterior design is more restrained than the current one. A longer wheelbase affords more rear leg room, plus the minimalist interior features a new 9.0in touchscreen. The Civic is also claimed to be more enjoyable to drive, more comfortably riding and more refined than before.