Neil -
I really like it. Because of the large hood, it seems like it's channeling "VW Scirocco" to me. I am interested in these blurbs :
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The system delivers an estimated combined peak output of 122 hp (91 kW) at 6,000 rpm and 128 lb-ft (174 N·m) of torque at 1,000 to 1,500 rpm (123 lb-ft on CVT-equipped models). Preliminary fuel economy estimates are anticipated to result in an EPA rating of 36 city/38 highway miles per gallon on CVT-equipped models. Manual transmission models are anticipated to achieve an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 31 city/37 highway miles per gallon. The CR-Z is rated as an Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (AT-PZEV) in states that adhere to California Air Resource Board (CARB) ZEV standards (EPA Tier 2, Bin 2 in all states).
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The CR-Z introduces a new three-mode drive system that allows the driver to select between Sport, Economy and Normal driving modes. The system is activated via three backlit buttons to the left of the steering wheel.
* The Sport mode enhances multiple vehicle systems for performance including the engine throttle responsiveness, electric power steering effort and the electric motor power assist. The inner ring of the tachometer illuminates red when the vehicle is in Sport mode.
* During Econ mode operation, the engine’s responsiveness is tuned for optimal economy, the electric motor assist gives priority to fuel efficiency and the air conditioning system can reduce its overall load on the engine. The inner ring of the tachometer transitions between blue and green when the vehicle is in Econ mode, with the green representing more ecological driving.
* Normal mode provides standard settings for steering, engine response, motor assist and air conditioning. Similar to Econ mode, the tachometer ring transitions between blue and green when the vehicle is in normal mode, with the green representing more ecological driving. Like the Honda Insight, the CR-Z offers an Eco Guide and Eco scoring feature to help drivers track progress of efficient driving styles.
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My question is, what mode did they use for the EPA test? At first I thought it would be normal mode. However, I would hazard to guess it was the Sport mode, because that would be the lowest MPG rating available to the driver.
CarloSW2