Honda CR-Z 2010–2012 car dimensions: 4080 mm long, 1740 mm wide and 1395 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,245 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 225 litres.
The cabin has a driver-focused layout with 2+2 seating. Automatic climate control is standard on all grades. Cruise control and rear parking sensors are available on higher trims like Sport and GT. A touchscreen comes with the optional navigation system on top grades. No factory reversing camera, automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning or lane keep assist is offered. Bluetooth hands-free is on GT models. The 3-mode drive system adjusts throttle, steering and climate response.
Boot space is 225 litres with seats up. Folding the rear seats increases it to 401 litres to the window line or up to 595 litres to the roof. There is a small underfloor storage compartment of about 19 litres. The high load lip and shallow depth limit practicality for heavy items.
Towing capacity is zero. the car is not rated for braked or unbraked trailers. Payload is 275 kg based on kerb weight around 1245 kg and gross vehicle weight of 1520 kg. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension is listed. It suits light daily use rather than work duties.
The cabin has a low sporty driving position with enveloping front seats that hold you firmly. Dual-level dashboard design feels light and open. Automatic climate control is standard. Higher grades add heated front seats, leather trim and a panoramic glass roof. Controls sit close to hand with a shaped steering wheel and alloy pedals. Rear space suits only small children.
Combined fuel use 5.0 l/100 km, CO2 117 g/km
Standard warranty 3 years or 100000 km. IMA hybrid system 5 years or 100000 km
Euro NCAP 5-star rating (adult 93%, child 80%, pedestrian 71%, assist 86%)
Standard kit includes ABS with EBD and brake assist, VSA stability control, front side and curtain airbags, active front head restraints, hill start assist and ISOFIX
The 1.5 i-VTEC petrol engine with IMA hybrid assist returns a combined figure of 5.0 l/100 km and 117 g/km CO2. City figure is 6.1 l/100 km and extra-urban 4.4 l/100 km. A 40-litre tank is fitted.
Service needs are shown by the Maintenance Minder display. Typical intervals run to 12 months or around 20000 km depending on use. Brake fluid is changed every 3 years.
The car earned a full 5 stars from Euro NCAP. Standard equipment covers VSA, ABS with electronic brake force distribution and brake assist, six or eight airbags including full-length curtains, active front head restraints, hill-start assist and ISOFIX points.
Factory warranty runs 3 years or 100000 km with the hybrid system covered for 5 years or 100000 km. A 12-year rust perforation warranty applies. The IMA system needs little extra upkeep beyond normal servicing.
Length 4080 mm, Width 1740 mm, Height 1395 mm, Wheelbase 2425 mm (CR-Z 2010–2012)
Sources: manufacturer data, Honda Europe CR-Z press pack technical data, Same press pack, nickel-metal hydride IMA battery named without a kWh figure or electric range.