122-hp, 1.5-Liter, 16-Valve i-VTEC®
Engine with Integrated Motor Assist IMA® 160-Watt AM/FM/CD
Audio System with 6 Speakers and USB Audio Interface[2] 3-mode
drive system (ECON*, NORMAL, SPORT) Eco
Assist*[3] Vehicle Stability Assist* (VSA®) with Traction
Control[4] Side Curtain Airbags Security System with
Remote Entry Air-Conditioning with Air-Filtration
System Daytime Running Lights (DRL) LED brake
lights
VEHICLE FEATURES
Interior/Exterior: Two-seat design that's fun yet functional! Just open the hatch for access to the expansive cargo area! Making a bold statement with 16" Alloy wheels that broadcasts it's handling prowess.
Performance: The CR-Z is powered by a 1.5-liter i-VTEC® 4 cylinder engine with Integrated Motor Assist IMA®. This combination delivers both performance and fuel economy* rarely seen in the hybrid world! The battery pack, positioned low in CR-Z's body structure for optimal center of gravity, supplies juice to the Integrated Motor Assist system, giving the CR-Z abundant low-rpm torque for quick off-the-line acceleration.
The CR-Z's sporting credentials include a 6-speed manual transmission-the first production hybrid vehicle ever to be equipped this way. The transmission allows enthusiasts to drive the CR-Z to its maximum capabilities. Those who choose the CVT automatic transmission, however, are treated to racing-inspired paddle shifters that also provide driving excitement and engagement.
*35 city/39 hwy/37 combined for CVT models. 31 city/37 hwy/34 combined for 6MT models. Based on 2011 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. Safety: Vehicle Stability Assist Advanced Compatibility Engineering* (ACE*) Body Structure Standard front, front side and side curtain airbags
Environment: The CR-Z was designed for excellent fuel economy[1], but not at the expense of driving fun. With a combined EPA-estimated 37 mpg (CVT)[1], the AT-PZEV-rated[2] CR-Z ranks as one of the more efficient cars out there.
Eco Assist* EPA numbers are important, but the way you drive also affects the fuel economy[1] you achieve. The CR-Z features a guidance system that helps boost your efficiency and monitor your own driving habits to maximize your mpg. It's called Eco Assist*[3] and it includes a green ECON* button[3] that, when pressed, regulates certain vehicle functions to maximize efficiency. The system also features real-time feedback to help promote driver awareness of efficient driving habits on a daily and ongoing basis. [1] 35 city/39 hwy/37 combined mpg for CVT models. 31 city/37 hwy/34 combined mpg for 6MT models. Based on 2011 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. [2] AT-PZEV (Advanced Technology Partial Zero-Emission Vehicle) models as certified by California Air Resources Board (CARB) and states that have adopted California Zero-Emission Vehicle regulations. [3] Eco Assist, Eco Assist Symbol, ECON and ECON button are trademarks of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., and may not be used or reproduced without prior written approval. 3-Mode Drive System: The default position is Normal; whenever you turn the key it will always start out in Normal mode, which provides standard settings for all systems.
Sport mode allows the driver to enjoy the performance side of the CR-Z to its fullest. In Sport mode, the CR-Z will use the electric motor more aggressively, providing quicker acceleration and throttle response. Sport mode also provides a sharper steering feel-great for a curvy stretch of open road.
If you're stuck in traffic on the freeway, you could push the ECON* button. This will optimize vehicle power and accessory load for maximum efficiency.
The 3-mode drive system makes the CR-Z a versatile machine and gives the driver ultimate control over how the car should perform.