Especificaciones y análisis del Honda CR-Z
Power
137HP
Torque
78Nm
Consumption
5l/100
Emissions
116g/km
0-100 km/h
9s
Top Speed
200km/h
Weight
1159kg
Price
26,000€
Technical summary
Híbrido
Manual 6v
FWD
4 / 3 doors
207 L
40 L
15 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC IMA GT 137 CV (2013)
General description
The 2013 Honda CR-Z is not just a car; it's a statement of intent. In a world beginning to embrace hybrids in a practical way, Honda dared to inject passion and a sporty soul, creating a hybrid coupe with a manual transmission that defies all logic and captivates at first sight.
Driving experience
Driving the CR-Z is a delightfully anachronistic and futuristic experience at the same time. The precise feel of its six-speed manual gearbox connects you to the mechanics in a way few hybrids allow. The 1.5 i-VTEC engine pulls eagerly, and the IMA system adds a subtle but effective electric boost that feels like a constant tailwind. Its agile chassis and low weight invite you to devour corners, reminding you that efficiency doesn't have to be at odds with the purest fun.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is love at first sight. A sharp, compact silhouette that pays clear homage to the iconic CR-X of the 80s, but with a visual language of its own for the 21st century. The truncated rear, low roofline, and aggressive look give it an overwhelming personality. Inside, the love affair continues with a cockpit that envelops you, full of digital screens and three-dimensional instrumentation that looks like it's from a spaceship.
Technology and features
The magic of the CR-Z lies in its IMA (Integrated Motor Assist) hybrid system. It doesn't aim for purely electric driving, but rather to assist the brilliant gasoline engine to improve response and reduce consumption. It's a perfect symbiosis between two worlds, managed through three driving modes (Econ, Normal, and Sport) that change the car's character. Technology is at the service of emotion, not to cancel it out.
Competition
Finding a direct rival for the Honda CR-Z is an almost impossible task. Due to its concept as a small, sporty coupe, it could be compared to a Peugeot RCZ or a Volkswagen Scirocco, but neither offered a hybrid powertrain. The CR-Z played in its own league, a category created for nonconformist souls seeking a car with a unique and unrepeatable personality.
Conclusion
The Honda CR-Z is a gem, a cult car almost from its birth. It's proof that you can be eco-friendly without giving up a smile on every corner. It's not the most practical or the most powerful, but its combination of design, driving sensations, and a unique mechanical proposal make it an unforgettable experience. A future classic that was ahead of its time.