Production Version of 2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid Coupe Makes Official Debut
All-new hybrid model set to go on sale in the U.S. this summer DETROIT - Jan 11 — The all-new 2011 Honda CR-Z sport hybrid coupe, making its U.S. production debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, introduces sleek styling and sporty handling to the hybrid segment, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today. “The CR-Z is a personal sport hybrid coupe for people with a spirit of adventure and an elevated sense of responsibility toward the environment,” said John Mendel, executive vice president of sales for American Honda. “It’s the first hybrid designed to maximize style and fun, in addition to efficiency and economy.” Set to go on sale late summer in the U.S., the CR-Z is powered by a 1.5-liter i-VTEC engine with Honda’s compact and lightweight Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid-electric system
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Production Version of 2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid Coupe Makes Official Debut
2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid Production World Debut
Detroit - January 11, 2010 - Takanobu Ito, president and CEO, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (left) and John Mendel, executive vice president, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., introduced the production version of the all-new 2011 CR-Z Sport Hybrid at the North American International Auto Show today
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2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid Production World Debut
Honda CR-Z Concept 2009 Makes World Debut at the Tokyo Motor Show
Stylish hybrid coupe will arrive in North America in 2010 as 2-seat model TOKYO - Oct 20 — Honda today debuted the much-anticipated CR-Z Concept 2009, the second concept version of the stylish, sporty hybrid coupe, at the 41st Tokyo Motor Show. While the vehicle displayed at the show is a global concept with a rear seat, the production version that will be introduced to North America in the second half of 2010 will be packaged as a sporty, 2-seat hybrid that provides a personal driving experience for North American customers. “The Honda CR-Z will expand our lineup of hybrid vehicles and reinforce the fun-to-drive values associated with the Honda brand,” said Erik Berkman, vice president of Automobile Corporate Planning and Logistics for American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “Beyond great styling and features, CR-Z will bring new levels of engagement and fun to customers interested a small car or a hybrid vehicle.” CR-Z will join the Insight and Civic Hybrid in the Honda hybrid lineup, each offering distinct benefits. Civic Hybrid, launched in 2003, was Honda’s first mainstream model to feature hybrid power. The 2010 Insight, introduced in March 2009, ushered in a new era of affordability for a hybrid family sedan
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