Honda CR-Z9 of 12Why it's green: Hybrid.Why it's cool: Sporty styling.The Honda CR-Z is powered by a small, 1.5-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine, which gets an assist from a battery-powered electric motor when needed. Together, the system produces 122 horsepower, which is reasonably peppy for such a small package. With an optional, fuel-efficient Continuously Variable Transmission, the CR-Z is expected to get 36 mpg city/38 mpg highway, Honda says. U.S. sales start late this summer, according to Honda. Related Articles:The electric car challengeElectric cars get a boostNew hybrids and electric carsHow to buy a used hybridRelated Links:Costs on hybrids, electricsAuto loan calculator6 car buying mistakesIs a hybrid car right for you? advertisement
Why it's green: Hybrid.
Why it's cool: Sporty styling.
The Honda CR-Z is powered by a small, 1.5-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine, which gets an assist from a battery-powered electric motor when needed. Together, the system produces 122 horsepower, which is reasonably peppy for such a small package. With an optional, fuel-efficient Continuously Variable Transmission, the CR-Z is expected to get 36 mpg city/38 mpg highway, Honda says. U.S. sales start late this summer, according to Honda.
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