Here’s a look at Honda’s upcoming hybrid coupe ‘CR-Z’ that will be showcased at this year’s Tokyo Auto Show. The car is said to have a 1.5-liter petrol engine along with an electric engine, and will hit the streets in February 2010. More»
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Honda will introduce their new EV-N concept at the Tokyo Motor Show next month. This retro-styled small city car is powered by a lithium-ion battery that can be recharged by its solar panels. Other interesting features include swappable seat fabrics, Honda’s U3-X personal mobility device in the front passenger door and an embedded communication system in the front fascia. The Honda EV-N concept will debut on October 24th, 2009. We will keep you posted. [Autoblog]
Honda has released several new pictures of the 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. The Crosstour’s engine line-up has not been confirmed, however it could have the same firepower as the Honda Accord. That means the 2.4-liter making 130kW (177hp), the 3.5-liter V6 worth 199kW (271hp) and the 2.3-liter turbo from the Acura RDX. More pictures after the jump. More»
Honda has released the all new Honda Civic Si for the British market. This five door sedan is equipped with 16 and 17-inch alloy wheels, color-coded bumpers, front fog lights, a Type R-style mesh front grille and dark chrome door handles and fuel cap. Meanwhile, the engine is available in three different options: 1.4 i-VTEC, 1.8 i-VTEC and 2.2 i-CTDi. Price starts at 15,800 GBP for the 1.4 i-VTEC manual version and goes up to 18,305 GBP for the 2.2 i-CTDi manual version. [Zercustoms]
Honda has released the all new Accord Type S for the European market. The car is available in two body styles: Sedan and Tourer along with two exterior colors, Premium White Pearl and Basque Red. Meanwhile, the engine parts also come in two different options: a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with 201 horsepower or a 2.2-liter turbo diesel unit with 180 horsepower. Both engines can be mated to either a 6-speed manual transmission or an automatic gearbox. Pricing starts at 32,000 Euros ($46,100). [Autoevolution]
This might sound weird but Honda will start exporting the Civic Type R hatchback from its Swindon, England, assembly plant to its home market of Japan in the beginning of 2010. This hatchback will be called Type R Euro and will be sold alongside the Type R four-door, which is assembled in Japan. Stay tuned for more updates. [LeftLaneNews]
