Honda CR-Z

Honda
	Honda CR-Z (2010-2013)
CR-Z
Production period:	2010-2016
Class :	Sports car
Body versions :	Coupe
Engines:	Gasoline engine : ; 1.5 liters ; (84–89 kW) ; + electric motor : ; 10–15 kW
Length:	4080 mm
Width:	1740 mm
Height:	1395 mm
Wheelbase :	2425 mm
Empty weight :	1245 kg
Previous model	Honda CRX

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The Honda CR-Z (Compact Renaissance Zero) is a compact, sporty coupe with hybrid drive that was on the market from mid-2010 to 2016.

The car is considered the successor to the Honda CRX and uses the Honda Insight platform . The model is produced in the plant near the Japanese city of Suzuka . However, the development of the model took place at the Italian design studio and bodywork company Vercarmodel Saro in Orbassano .

The sale of the CR-Z in Germany was stopped at the end of 2013 due to insufficient numbers. In 2016, the production of the coupé ended without replacement.

drive

The CR-Z is powered by a 1.5 liter four-cylinder in-line engine with 84 kW (114 hp) in combination with the Honda Civic IMA , an electric motor with 10 kW (14 hp).

The CR-Z is the first hybrid vehicle that is only delivered with a 6-speed manual transmission in Germany. The total system output is 91 kW (124 hp) at 6100 revolutions per minute. The maximum torque of the petrol engine of 145 Nm is at 4800 / min, that of the electric motor of 78.4 Nm at 1000 / min. Honda gives the combined fuel consumption at 5.0 l / 100 km, the CO ₂ emissions at 117 g / km.

Drive concept

A drive concept was used for the Honda CR-Z that had already been tested in everyday life in other hybrid vehicles from the manufacturer such as the Honda Civic or the Honda Insight. The manufacturer uses a traditional gasoline engine with a displacement of 1.5 liters and an output of 84 kW (114 hp). The 10 kW (~ 14 PS) electric motor of the Honda CR-Z supports the combustion engine especially when starting off or accelerating strongly. This enabled a more efficient downsizing concept to be implemented in the vehicle. However, it is not possible to drive this vehicle purely electrically (mild hybrid). This allowed the consumption in the mix to be limited to five liters (117 g / km CO ₂ ). There are three different driving dynamics settings available (Econ / Normal / Sport), depending on whether the demands of the driver were more sporty or more fuel-efficient.

Rear view
Interior (right hand drive)

Facelift

Honda CR-Z (2013-2016)

A model update was carried out in January 2013, which uses, among other things, improved engine software and more powerful hybrid technology. The trade fair premiere took place at the Paris Motor Show on September 29, 2012.

Among other things, it received revised bumpers, a modified radiator grille and a new diffuser. The output of the 1.5-liter petrol engine increased from 84 kW (114 PS) to 89 kW (121 PS), the nickel-0.6 kWh metal hydride battery was replaced by a lithium-ion battery.

The total output increased by 10 to now 101 kW (137 PS).

The CR-Z also gets the Sport Plus Boost System. When the battery is more than 50 percent charged, the driver can activate the system by pressing a button on the steering wheel. The acceleration can then be electrically assisted for a maximum of ten seconds. An indicator in the dashboard flashes when the system is active. The boost system is available in all driving modes Econ, Normal and Sport.

development

The CR-Z is designed as an automobile that should combine driving pleasure with high environmental compatibility.

The chief developer Norio Tomobe claims to have created a sports car through the hybrid drive that does not cause the driver to feel guilty despite driving pleasure.

Parameters	1.5 IMA
Construction period	06/2010–01/2013	01 / 2013–2016
Engine characteristics
Engine type	R4 petrol engine + electric motor
Mixture preparation	Manifold injection
Engine charging	-
Displacement	1497 cc
Max. Power max. Power electric motor	84 kW (114 hp) at 6100 rpm	89 kW (121 hp) at 6600 rpm
Max. Power max. Power electric motor	10 kW (14 PS) at 1500 rpm	15 kW (20 PS) at 1500 rpm
Overall system performance	94 kW (128 hp)	101 kW (137 hp)
Max. Torque max. Torque electric motor	145 Nm at 4800 rpm	146 Nm at 4800 rpm
Max. Torque max. Torque electric motor	78 Nm at 1000 rpm	78 Nm at 1000 rpm
Total torque system	174 Nm at 1000-1500 rpm	190 Nm at 1000-2000 rpm
Power transmission
Drive, as standard	Front wheel drive
Gearbox, as standard	6-speed manual transmission
Readings
Top speed	200 km / h
Acceleration, 0-100 km / h	9.9 s	9.1 s
Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined)	5.0 l super	5.0 l super
CO ₂ emissions (combined)	117 g / km	116 g / km
Emission standard according to EU classification	5 euro