HONDA CR-Z · photos, packages and modifications

The much anticipated and new CR-Z (Compact Renaissance Zero) was unveiled by Honda at the NAIAS Auto Show 2010 which took place in Detroit. It is widely considered to be the spiritual successor of CR-X model, the CR-Z is called a sport hybrid coupe by Honda. The design of the concept version looked like it was taken from a Sci-Fi magazine although there is much more conventional look in the production version even though it brings a much fresher addition to Honda's lineup. The interior is very pleasant and the layout has a lot of techy gizmos that they customers will like and adapt to. The CR-Z is powered by a 1.5-liter SOHC i-VTEC petrol engine that is in association with Honda's Integrated Motor Assist and has metal hydride battery pack. However, one issue that disappoints is that the rear multi-link suspension is dropped and replaced by a cheaper H-shaped torsion beam.