Honda (UK) has announced the pricing and specification for its new CR-Z hybrid coupe, which customers can order through the Honda dealer network from this Friday, 5 March.
The CR-Z is the world’s first production sports hybrid coupe; a slick looking car that should prove exciting to drive while retaining the benefits of advanced, low emission hybrid technology. Featuring Honda’s petrol-electric IMA system, the car has three driving modes, which allows the driver to adapt the settings of the car to suit their needs – to maximise economy or to overtaking power for example.
The entry level S spec is priced from £16,999, while the Sport trim starts from £17,999 rising to £19,999 for the top end GT specification. The CR-Z boasts a generous kit with all grades benefitting from six airbags, active headrests, Vehicle Stability Assist. All models also come fitted with Climate Control, 6-speaker CD player and an engine start button.
S grades get heated door mirrors, rear dimming mirror, electric windows, daytime running lights, Shift Indicator Light (SIL) and auxilliary socket. Meanwhile, Sport grades have additional ambient lighting, alloy pedals, cruise control, leather gear shift, multi function steering wheel, parking sensors, privacy glass, 240W premium audio system, boot-mounted subwoofer and USB port for MP3 players.
Top grade GT models are equipped with the above, plus full leather upholstery and heated front seats, panoramic glass roof, HID Xenon headlights, Hands-Free Telephone (HFT), and automatic headlights and wipers. GT models are available with optional DVD Satellite Navigation.
Featuring 1.5 litre i-VTEC engine coupled to Honda IMA hybrid system, emissions for the new model are projected to stand at 117 g/km of CO2 with fuel economy of 56.4mpg on a combined cycle.
With a wide track, short wheelbase chassis for agile and responsive handling, the sporty, aerodynamic new model features a flexible 2+2 seating arrangement. Day-time running lights (DTRLs) with eight LEDs will be included in response to a forthcoming change in EU law which will force all cars to feature day lighting.
The new production CR-Z makes its European debut today at the Geneva Motor Show ahead of its European on-sale date.
