2013 Honda CR-Z: More Power, Increased Efficiency
The CR-Z’s 1.5-liter four-cylinder returns for 2013 with assist from a new higher-voltage lithium-ion battery pack. Horsepower jumps to 130. Fuel economy is up, too. The 2013 CR-Z is EPA rated at 36/39/37 mpg (CVT) and 31/38/34 (six-speed manual); an increase of 1 mpg over last year’s figures.
Base and EX trim levels return for 2013, and both get additional features. Newly standard across the lineup are a backup camera, Bluetooth hands-free audio and a Plus Sport system; the latter gives drivers an on-demand electric power boost via a steering-wheel-mounted “S+” button. Optional on uplevel EX versions is a Honda’s satellite-linked navigation system, which includes real-time traffic, voice recognition, Pandora internet radio interface and SMS text messaging functionality.
The 2013 version starts at 20,765, including a $790 destination charge; $280 more than the 2012 model. Sales of the 2012 model are on a steep slide. So far this year, Honda has sold just 3,705 CR-Zs, down from 10,461 units sold during the first 10 months of 2011.
The updated CR-Z goes on sale Wednesday.
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