2011 Honda CR-Z in Baton Rouge, LA

Overview:

Building upon the iconic style of the CR-X of the 1980s and 1990s, Honda has designed a state of the art sport hybrid vehicle called the CR-Z. The all-new 2011 Honda CR-Z introduces a sleek two-passenger coupe design with quick, sporty handling to the gasoline-electric hybrid segment.

An exclusive 3-mode drive system allows the driver to configure the vehicle’s responsiveness for Sport, Normal or Econ (Economy) driving modes. Driver efficiency tools include Eco Assist and Eco Scoring, which together can help drivers find improvements to efficient driving styles while also comparing economy achievements to previous trips and over the life of the vehicle.

Exterior:

Honda designers envisioned the CR-Z as a highly personal coupe that symbolizes a new era of style that is sporty yet environmental at the same time. The one-motion wedge form, compact dimensions, light-weight construction and aerodynamic design help to improve performance and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The progressively raked roofline and sharply truncated tail of the CR-Z is a feature shared with many Hondas past and present, including the CRX, first-generation Insight and the FCX Clarity. All of these cars have been designed to cut through the air with minimal disturbance, reducing aerodynamic drag to increase efficiency.

Interior:

The high-tech instrument panel places many of the commonly used controls close to the driver’s hands, allowing for full concentration on driving. The dashboard of the new coupe takes on a complex and immersive form, with a dark upper portion appearing to float above a matte gray lower dash section, which is continued into the center of the inner door panels. All models receive automatic climate control, six-speaker audio system with compact disc player, USB input for iPod®, power windows and locks, and keyless entry. The CR-Z EX adds a 360-watt high-power audio system that includes a subwoofer, steering wheel-integrated audio controls, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink, alloy pedals and more. The Honda Satellite-linked Navigation System with Voice Activation and 6.5-inch screen is available on the CR-Z EX. Different from CR-Zs in Europe and Asia, the North American model is exclusively equipped with a rear cargo console directly behind the seats. The hidden storage area can accommodate small items such as briefcases, laptops or duffle bags.

Performance & Fuel Economy:

The CR-Z represents the sixth unique version of Honda’s original IMA technology since the launch of the 2000 Insight – the first hybrid vehicle available in North America. The foundation of the CR-Z’s hybrid powertrain is a 4-cylinder, 16-valve, single overhead cam engine with “intelligent” Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (i-VTEC) that receives additional power from the IMA system’s 10- kilowatt DC brushless electric motor. The i-VTEC system controls the opening and closing of one intake valve per cylinder to enhance combustion at low RPM. The electric motor assists in acceleration and also acts as a generator during braking or coasting to capture kinetic energy that can recharge the 100.8-volt IMA nickel-metal hydride battery pack. The gasoline engine can automatically turn off during vehicle stops (idle stop) to improve efficiency.

The system delivers a combined peak output of 122 horsepower² at 6,000 RPM and 128 lb-ft. of torque² at 1,000 to 1,750 RPM (123 lb-ft at 1,000 to 2,000 on CVT-equipped models). EPA estimated fuel economy is 35/39/37 city/highway/combined miles per gallon3 on CVT-equipped models. Manual-transmission models achieve an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 31/37/34 city/highway/combined miles per gallon³.

When compared to the 250-plus nameplates of all currently available 2010 model-year automobiles in the U.S. (the most-recent data available at the time of printing), the 2011 CR-Z’s combined EPA fuel economy rating of 37 mpg for the CVT-equipped version would place it among the top five of all models.

Plus, with the addition of the CR-Z to the lineup, Honda offers three of the top five highest-rated vehicles for combined EPA fuel economy currently available as either a 2010 or 2011 model.

The CR-Z’s 3-mode drive system allows the driver to select between individual modes of performance for Sport, Normal and Economy driving styles. The system is activated via three backlit buttons to the left of the steering wheel. The Sport mode enhances multiple vehicle systems for performance including the engine throttle responsiveness, electric power steering effort, the power delivery curve for the electric motor power assist and the CVT (available) ratio control. The inner ring of the tachometer illuminates red when the vehicle is in Sport mode. During Econ mode operation, the engine’s responsiveness is tuned for optimal economy, the electric motor assist gives priority to fuel efficiency and the air conditioning system can reduce its overall load on the engine. The inner ring of the tachometer transitions between blue and green when the vehicle is in Econ mode, with the green representing more efficient driving. Normal mode provides standard settings for steering, engine response, motor assist and air conditioning. Similar to Econ mode, the tachometer ring transitions between blue and green when the vehicle is in normal mode, with the green representing more efficient driving. Like the Honda Insight, the CR-Z offers an Eco Guide and Eco Scoring feature to help drivers track progress of efficient driving styles.

Safety:

In addition to having a low environmental impact, the CR-Z demonstrates the Honda commitment to safety in the vehicle’s design and construction. The Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure is designed to help protect vehicle occupants in a frontal collision. Additional safety technologies include standard dual-stage, multiplethreshold front airbags; standard front-side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS); side-curtain airbags, active head restraints; an anti-lock braking system; a tire pressure monitoring system; and a pedestrian injury mitigation design in the front of the vehicle.

Available Trim Levels:

The Honda CR-Z comes in numerous trim levels that varies in features and price. Below you will find a basic breakdown of each trim level:

CR-Z

• 122-hp, 1.5-Liter, 16-Valve i-VTEC^® Engine with Integrated Motor Assist IMA^®
• 160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 6 Speakers and USB Audio Interface[5]
• 3-mode drive system (ECON, NORMAL, SPORT)
• Eco Assist™[6]
• Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA^®) with Traction Control[7]
• Side Curtain Airbags
• Security System with Remote Entry
• Air-Conditioning with Air-Filtration System
• Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
• LED brake lights

CR-Z EX

Adding to or replacing features on the base CR-Z

• 360-Watt AM/FM/CD Premium Audio System with 7 Speakers including Subwoofer
• Bluetooth^® HandsFreeLink^®
• Fog Lights
• High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights with Auto-On/Off
• Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel and Shift Knob
• Textured Aluminum Pedals

CR-Z EX with Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™:

• Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition[2]

Warranty:

Honda Limited Warranty Information

• Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty (years/miles) = 3/36,000
• Powertrain Limited Warranty (years/miles) = 5/60,000
• Corrosion Limited Warranty (years/miles) = 5/unlimited
• Battery Pack Limited Warranty = Battery pack limited warranty may vary. Please see your Honda dealer for details.

Additional Limited Warranty Information

• Accessory Limited Warranty – Honda accessories are covered up to 3 years or 36,000 miles.
• Replacement Parts Limited Warranty – Honda Genuine Parts are covered for 1 year. The warranty coverage for replacement parts purchased from and installed by a Honda dealer include parts replacement and labor.

¹ Based on 2011 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

² The Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ is available on the CR-Z EX in the United States, except Alaska. Please see the navigation system manual for details.

³ Based on 2011 EPA mileage estimates for the 2011 CR-Z and 2010 EPA mileage estimates for the 2010 Insight
and 2010 Civic Hybrid. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008 unless those
numbers have been adjusted to 2008-and-later figures according to the EPA’s fueleconomy.gov Web site. Your
actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

⁴ Adjusted EPA number reflects EPA-estimated fuel economy measurement adjustment starting with 2008 modelyear
vehicles. The original EPA-estimated fuel economy for the 2000 Insight (MT) was 61/70 city/highway miles
per gallon. The original EPA-estimated fuel economy for the 2001 Insight (CVT) was 57/56 city/highway miles per
gallon. Note that the Insight became available with a CVT starting in the 2001 model year. The original EPAestimated
fuel economy for the 1991 CRX was 28/33 city/highway miles per gallon, the 1985 CRX was originally
rated at 32/36 miles per gallon.

5. The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your Honda dealer for details.

6. Eco Assist, Eco Assist Symbol, ECON and ECON button are trademarks of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., and may not be used or reproduced without prior written approval.

7. VSA is not a substitute for safe driving. It cannot correct the vehicle’s course in every situation or compensate for reckless driving. Control of the vehicle always remains with the driver.