Honda CR-Z concept

Honda's CR-Z concept is the latest in a series of lightweight two-seater sportscar concepts revealed by the automaker in recent years. According to the Japanese design team, CR-Z stands for Compact Renaissance - Zero, a testament to the ultimate environmental goal pursued by the company, yet also hinting at the resurrection of the compact CR-X.

Just like the Remix concept shown at the LA Auto Show last year, and the Small Hybrid Sports Concept that debuted at the Geneva Motor Show last March, the CR-Z concept explores the potential of a compact, lightweight sportscar that's exciting to drive, but has minimal impact on the environment. Propelled by the latest Honda hybrid IMA powertrain to deliver low emissions and high fuel economy, the CR-Z sits low to the ground and is dominated by an imposing, large bumper with gaping air intakes. The smooth lines across the glass roof and rear of the car serve to minimize drag and improve aerodynamics. Tube shaped combination lamps at the rear improve rearward visibility, while other design details include stylish, high-visibility wing mirrors, LED headlights, fin-shaped sidelights and large 19-inch wheels to enhance the sporting appearance.

Inside, the aim was to give the concept car a light, spacious and sophisticated feel. The CR-Z's hi-tech interior features a blue, neon-like finish across the main dash and center console. Mesh material on a simple framework is used throughout, with sporty seats to help support the driver during cornering.

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Really REALLY nice look'n concept. Modern CR-X. Definately would buy one of those. :D

 

I like the side and back shots, but I'm just not feelin the front for some reason. I like small cars like these, though, so I'll be looking out for this one down the road. Thanks for the heads up

 

return of the CR-X?!?!?!

 

it looks way too big to be a CRX predecessor. if it was a little shorter and a little more boxier id love to get one

 

Boring. Tired of these concepts that all look alike.

 

I like it! I used to own a CRX. It was one of my favorite cars of all time.

 

I wonder (if it actually ever does get put into production) what it would really look like....

 

CR-Z !!! Sign me up!

-THE DON

 

15" wheels, all sporty angles/curves gone. If it's going to carry Z in it's name, which stands for zero emissions, it sure as hell won't be able to move, the way it's looking right now. 19"s

 

The front end reminds me of the RX-8 a bit, just wider. Otherwise, its not bad.

 

That's a pretty sweet lookin' concept.

 

i think that car is pretty sexy

 

I like it, but it looks like it has blind spots with small rear windows

 

..so did the crx...

I CANT WAIT....the pocket rocket is back!....I'll have 2,my slow xB ...and uhhh.. 'faster'hybrid-ish cr x..imean.. Z

 

concept car looks pretty nice!

 

Not like the old ones really moved. I'm sure if Honda brings it back, they would have the Z (zero emissions like you said) and the Si (most likely with the K20). Only problem would be weight. There is no way Honda is going to be able to make that thing under 2000 lbs like the old CRX, it'll probably be 2700 at the lightest.

 

i would love to see that on the road....i dont like the rear end.

 

Don't like it.

 

uh, i dont get the side mirrors, so small cant see nothing =[

 

do you think those are mirrors or cameras??