Honda CR-Z concept set for production
October 26, 2007 by Alborz Fallah
The second green-car announced by Honda boss, Takeo Fukui, will be based on the CR-Z Concept car – a small, agile sportscar. Unlike the Honda FCX which is powered by Hydrogen, the CR-Z utilises a traditional hybrid powertrain.
The new sports car will mark the beginning of the Japanese manufacturers aggressive move towards Hybrid cars. Honda is currently working on a ‘global hybrid’ family car which is scheduled for launch in 2009.
The concept makes an ideal candidate for a CR-X replacement. CarAdvice is adamant this will become the new CR-X.
“The CR-Z is a model that symbolizes Honda’s hybrid technology,” Fukui said. “The CR-Z features a dynamic yet sharp exterior design that makes people want to get in and drive.“
Production schedule and launch time for the CR-Z are yet to be officially announced.
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Apart from the ridiculous grille, I like it.
love the nose treatment on this Honda (especially after the latest dreadful nose job on the CRV)
its good to see that honda can make a hybrid that you might want to buy as a car rather than an environmental statement. It looks really good.
It better not be a hybrid. I was hoping for a lightweight sports car Sprinter-style.
i was thinking an s2000 successor. or an integra successor….in rwd
How would you get a tow bracket on that with two exhausts poking thro’……Only Joking. Not bad if a bit small.
Can a hybrid pull a trailer?
Love it! The design is amazing from front to back. I hope not much will be changed from the design concept to production! (and I hope its affordable to the “common” people who are looking to spend no more than low 20’s max on a new car!!!