The 2013 Honda CR-Z 3-door hybrid hatch has debuted at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. The first Honda CR-Z model was actually designed to be a hybrid sport compact but it was more of a hybrid than a sport car. Honda has corrected this, at least to an extent with the newly unveiled 2013 CR-Z. For those who would request for more changes, a new Mugen RZ version is also offered.
2013 Mugen RZ
The Mugen RZ version will have the same 1.5L gasoline engine that comes with the standard CR-Z hybrid hatchbacks. A supercharger package and cat-back exhaust system (which will increase the engine output to about 153 horsepower and 143lb-ft of torque) has been added. The Mugen RZ version will also feature the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system (which is also used by standard CR-Z hybrid) that gives an additional 20 horsepower.
The European version of the Famous roadster, the face lifted Nissan 370 Z version was also showcased at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. The new model will come with some little changes; two new colours have been introduced- Midnight Blue, and Magma Red, and there are two vertical daytime LED lights, a round air intake and a restyled bumper.
Nissan 370 Z Europe
The same 324 HP (241 kW) V6 3.7-liter engine used on the previous model will still be offered and with it, the car can run the 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) sprint in less than six seconds. The pricing details have not been officially announced, but from what we heard from sources, the base model will likely start below 30,000 pounds.
The Clio is Renault’s highest selling product; it has recorded about 12 million sales since 1990 when it was introduced. Wherever Renault Clio goes, it steals the show. When the new model was unveiled earlier at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, it got our attentions and we even talked about it. Fresh facts have emerged about the car; this fourth generation version will be available in dealerships later this month.
From what we have heard about the design, it is obvious, Renault has created another masterpiece. Renault is aiming to position the new Clio among the top-three cars in its segment. It will be the first model to wear Renault’s new styling language. It will be offered in eight body colours, three decor themes – Elegant, Sport and Trendy and seven interior-decor themes. It will have a bright interior and its cabin will be spacious than that of the Peugeot 208. Only five-door model of the new Clio will be available initially.
The entry-level model will account for most of the sale, and it will be powered by a small, economical 90hp and 135Nm of torque three-cylinder petrol engine with a low-inertia turbo, it will have features such as an ABS with emergency brake assist, keyless entry, cruise control and standard Bluetooth connectivity. A 75hp 1.2-litre petrol engine will also be offered. The only diesel model available is a 90hp 1.5-litre dCi engine that emits 83g/km of CO2. Although official prices have not been announced, the new Clio is expected to start around €15,000.
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