When Honda introduced the seventh generation of the Civic, it didn’t design a station-wagon for it, but it offered an MPV instead: the Stream.
The Japanese carmaker understood the importance of the MPV class globally. It was still trendy not only in the U.S. but also in other countries. After offering a few generations of minivans on the market, since the beginning of the ’80s, the Honda made a decisive step and built one on a stretched platform designed for the Civic.

With its aerodynamic shape and slightly sloped roof, the Stream was designed as a vehicle able to carry up to seven passengers inside. Its window line resembled a section of an aircraft wing. At the front, the big headlights were similar to those installed on the 5-door Civic hatchback, while the two-slats grille resembled the sedan.

Inside, the designers placed the gear-stick poking through the center stack, and that solution created a free passage from left to right for the front occupants. The middle row was a regular bench for three adults, while the last row was better suited for children. Apart from the front seats, all others could have been folded down to increase the storage volume.

Honda offered the Stream with a choice of two gasoline engines, both paired as standard with a 5-speed manual. A 5-speed automatic was available on selected markets.