Honda South
Africa has begun selling the revised
CR-Z sports hybrid coupe. Revised means a number of changes have been made
to what existed already, including some of the looks and the powertrain.
Revised is not “new” per se, but
revised. Originally it launched the CR-Z in Mzansi in 2010.
Some changes have been made to the exterior, including a new
and fresher front grille, the
addition of a panoramic sunroof, a
redesigned diffuser, new 17-inch alloy
wheels, plus a new paint colour in the form of the mouthful Premium Northern Lights Violet Pearl.
The interior was also touched, and now features LED ambient lighting, a new colour
scheme, heated leather seats, Bluetooth
connectivity and rain-sensing wipers
all standard.
Honda rightly says the car’s powertrain has been improved
through an upgraded ECU, the use of lithium-ion batteries instead of archaic
nickel-metal, and a revised i-VTEC system. So now the 1.5-litre engine’s power is 89kW
instead of 84kW. Total system output
goes up to 101kW and 190Nm. The swift 6-speed manual gearbox assists in propelling it from 0 – 100km/h in
9 seconds, topping off at 200km/h.
Average fuel consumption is claimed at 5.2
litres per 100km and corresponding C02s of 124 g/km are stated.
“The 2013 Honda CR-Z further underscores Honda’s strength
and innovation in the burgeoning
hybrid car market,” says Graham Eagle,
director of Honda South Africa. “The additional output places even greater
emphasis on the sporty hybrid’s dynamic
prowess, with its impressively low emissions levels. In addition, the
keener styling and upgraded interior contribute to hybrid motoring package that
is both compelling and entertaining
to drive – proof that eco-friendly cars can be exciting and satisfying, too.”
Honda CR-Z pricing
R332 800
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