Honda CR-Z
The CR-Z is Honda's first sporty hybrid. The three-door coupe looks much more attractive than the Insight on which it's based, and proves that going green need not compromise style. A 112bhp 1.5-litre petrol engine, boosted by Honda's IMA hybrid electric motor, powers the CR-Z. That takes total power to 122bhp, which gives the car a top speed of 124mph. The CR-Z is fun to drive, and allows you to run a sports car with a clear conscience.
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Pros:
- Hi-tech hybrid engine
- Fuel economy
- Sporty drive
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Cons:
- Not genuinely quick
- Back seats are cramped
- Obstructed view out the back window
While most hybrids have a clear focus on getting maximum fuel efficiency, the CR-Z has a slightly different aim. Instead it is looking to offer drivers sporty handling to go hand-in-hand with fuel efficiency. Unfortunately, the heavy batteries needed to power the electric motors have weighed the CR-Z down slightly, and acceleration doesn't feel particularly quick. But the Honda's eco-friendly image gives the CR-Z a unique selling point in the coupe segment.
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