Honda will be showing various automobiles at the Tokyo Motorshow next month. Being their home turf and an Asian country, I must say the concept, near-production and production cars to be shown are definitely more interesting to us as an ASEAN country as they would be the most relevant to production cars that we’ll receive in the future.
The most exciting is probably the new Honda CR-Z Concept 2009, which is the most close-to-production concept version of the upcoming CR-Z sports car so far. No technical details have been revealed on the car so far, but I do have some nice high-resolution photos for you showing a very production-ready exterior and interior.
Word is that the CR-Z will get a 1.5 litre version of Honda’s IMA Hybrid system (the Civic and Insight use 1.3 IMA hybrid systems) and high on the wishlist of speculators so far is a 6-speed manual transmission, which is rare in a typical hybrid car where you usually see CVT and e-CVT transmissions.
Look after the jump for a nice hi-res gallery of the new CR-Z!
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Comments generally praise the Honda CR-Z Concept for its stylish, modern design, especially the interior dashboard, which many find impressive and driver-focused. Several comments mention the preservation of Honda's traditional design elements, maintaining the CR-X essence. There is excitement about the sporty appearance, though some are skeptical about the rear design, likening it to Insight or other models. Enthusiasts express hope for a powerful, eco-friendly engine, and question pricing, with many wishing it would be affordable and available in Malaysia. A few critics comment on the rear view and overall aesthetics, suggesting potential for improvement. Overall, reactions are positive, highlighting admiration for Honda’s design evolution, with eagerness to see the production version.