Modified CR-Z at SEMA 2010
This year at SEMA, Honda is showing off their CR-Z's in full force. Apparently, there are 12 on display at their booth. Not only in stock form, but in many different modified versions. Let's see if the CR-Z takes off in popularity like the classic CR-X. Only time can tell! Enjoy.
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Honda CR-Z. Mugen Style.
Straight from Mugen comes their take on the CR-Z. I want those wheels. I probably could do without the LED grill-bumper. Overall, not a bad looking car. Hybrid Tuning...its like the old adage, "All Show. No Go." Maybe this round there'll be some "go" considering the amount of Japanese tuners willingly getting behind the Prius and Insight.
Why Honda Hates America…Sorta.
You know how you could tell a JDM or Euro CR-Z from their American counterpart?
The DRLs consist of a row of LEDs beneath the headlights (think Audi headlights). Also, the non-US CR-Zs come with 2+2 seating. American enthusiasts groan at the loss of some extra bling on their headlights, but I suppose would have never used the extra seats in the back. Two extra midgets in the back is not what this hefty hybrid needs.
CR-Z Production Model Appears at NAIAS (updated!)
Honda debuted a production version of its CR-Z at this year's North American International Auto Show. Bringing back memories of the CR-X, which left North America in 1991, this CR-Z is nothing like the Si we said goodbye too. Instead, we get a Hybrid engine pumping out around 120hp in a car that can top out at 2800 lbs. That right there probably will put most Honda-heads asleep, but it'll be how the car drives that will keep there attention. Hope Honda didn't mess with that...
Pricing has yet to be announced. -Tanker
UPDATE: Seems the general buzz about the CR-Z is..."OOOOH! The return of the CR-X! 2800lbs is kind of heavy for a 122hp engine. Wait...35 MPG!?!" It seems this little hybrid has optioned itself into the territory of "What's the point?" When you got yourself a Civic that is posting up similar mileage and more power, why would a 2-seater hybrid pig be of importance.