That headline pace? Estimated at a fantastic 6.5-seconds from 0-60-mph. That is down from the latest, upgraded 2013-2014 CR-Z’s 9.0-seconds with the manual six-speed and 130-horsepower. The 2013 cars also jumped in battery strength from 10-kW to 15-kW — so the CR-Z is already much quicker than it ever was in its first-gen series.
This latest power jump from HPD is fully-authorized by Honda and is only for manual-transmission cars. The engine internals and intercooler bring this balaced sport compact the power it has always dreamed of, with the battery in back providing a hugely entertaining and flexible handling dynamic. At last, the CRX fantasies are more real and installed from Honda dealers!
For even more track-like focus, the HPD crew has a limited-slip front differential and HPD sport clutch in the catalog, but those treats are not part of this package…
No word on pricing, but interested buyers can ask their local Honda dealers for details.
CR-Z SPORT HYBRID GETS SUPERCHARGED WITH HPD STREET PERFORMANCE
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Accessory supercharger kit boosts powertrain output to 197 hp
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Full range of CR-Z street performance parts from HPD now on sale
08/21/2014 – TORRANCE, Calif. — Supercharged performance for the street is now available in the Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid Coupe through a new dealer-installed Honda Performance Development (HPD) supercharger kit. Best known as Honda’s North American racing company, HPD developed a full line of street performance accessories for the CR-Z and first revealed them at the 2013 SEMA Show. With the debut of the supercharger kit this month, all of the HPD street performance components for the CR-Z are now available at Honda dealers in the United States.
2014 Honda CR-Z HPD Supercharged
“The CR-Z was the first hybrid to prove that efficiency doesn’t have to come at the cost of sportiness and fun,” said Art St. Cyr, president of Honda Performance Development. “With HPD street performance accessories, including the new supercharger kit, the CR-Z will surprise everyone again with even higher levels of performance directly inspired by our on-track racing efforts.”
Available for the 2013 and 2014 CR-Z, the HPD supercharger kit boosts total powertrain output to 197 hp1 (vs. 130 hp in the stock 2013 and 2014 CR-Z with manual transmission) and includes the HPD air-to-air intercooler, high-flow fuel injectors, an ECU calibrated to meet CARB AT-PZEV regulations with 91 octane fuel and the HPD air filter system. Honda’s Suggested Retail Price of the kit is $5,495, not including dealer installation, which is priced similarly to popular aftermarket supercharger kits but is engineered and backed by Honda. The HPD supercharger kit maintains the balance of customer’s 5 year/ 60,000 mile Honda limited powertrain warranty when installed by a Honda dealer. The HPD supercharger kit is available exclusively for CR-Z manual transmission models and HPD has developed an optional limited slip differential and HPD sport clutch for those customers looking for an even higher level of performance.
When equipped with available HPD street performance accessories, the CR-Z (automobiles.honda.com/cr-z/hpd.aspx) can feature a variety of track-proven, street-reliable performance upgrades. HPD-developed powertrain modifications – tested on-track – include a high-efficiency centrifugal supercharger; HPD air-to-air intercooler; high-flow fuel injectors; an ECU calibrated to meet CARB AT-PZEV regulations with 91 octane fuel; HPD air filter system; and HPD sport exhaust. Chassis improvements include HPD sport dampers, coil springs with reduced ride height, 300mm diameter disc brakes and HPD 18-inch wheels fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires. The CR-Z is completed by a graphics package including front lip and tail spoilers, rear diffuser and HPD badge.
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http://hpd.honda.com/street-performance/street-projects/hpd-supercharged-cr-z
2014 Honda CR-Z – PRICING
Model |
Transmission |
MSRP* |
EPA**
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CR-Z |
6-Speed Manual |
$19,995 |
31/38/34 |
CR-Z |
CVT1 |
$20,645 |
36/39/37 |
CR-Z EX |
6-Speed Manual |
$21,840 |
31/38/34 |
CR-Z EX |
CVT |
$22,490 |
36/39/37 |
CR-Z EX w/ Navigation |
6-Speed Manual |
$23,340 |
31/38/34 |
CR-Z EX w/ Navigation |
CVT |
$23,990 |
36/39/37 |
2014 Honda CR-Z – COLORS
2014 Honda CR-Z – SPECS
2014 Honda CR-Z Specifications & Features |
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ENGINEERING |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
Engine Type |
In-Line 4-Cylinder |
In-Line 4-Cylinder |
Engine Block/Cylinder Head |
Aluminum-Alloy |
Aluminum-Alloy |
Displacement (cc) |
1497 |
1497 |
Horsepower @ rpm (combined: engine (SAE net) + electric motor) |
130 @ 6000 |
130 @ 6000 |
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm, combined engine (SAE net) + electric motor) |
140 @ 1000-2000 (6MT) 127 @ 1000-3000 (CVT) |
140 @ 1000-2000 (6MT) 127 @ 1000-3000 (CVT) |
Redline (rpm) |
6300 |
6300 |
Bore and Stroke (mm) |
73 x 89.4 |
73 x 89.4 |
Compression Ratio |
10.4 : 1 |
10.4 : 1 |
Valve Train |
16-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® |
16-Valve SOHC i-VTEC® |
Multi-Point Fuel Injection |
• |
• |
Drive-by-Wire Throttle System |
• |
• |
Hill Start Assist |
• |
• |
Front-Wheel Drive |
• |
• |
3-Mode Drive System (Sport/Normal/ECON) |
• |
• |
Eco Assist™ System |
• |
• |
CARB Emissions Rating1 |
AT-PZEV |
AT-PZEV |
Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer |
• |
• |
100K +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups2 |
• |
• |
BATTERY |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery |
• |
• |
Output (kW) |
15 |
15 |
Voltage |
144 |
144 |
TRANSMISSIONS |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
6-Speed Manual Transmission |
• |
• |
Gear Ratios: 1st: 3.143, 2nd: 1.870, 3rd: 1.303, 4th: 1.054, 5th: 0.854, 6th: 0.689, Reverse: 3.307, Final Drive: 4.29 |
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Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
with Paddle Shifters |
with Paddle Shifters |
Gear Ratios: 3.172~0.529, Reverse: 5.666~2.167, Final Drive: 4.20 |
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BODY/SUSPENSION/CHASSIS |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
Unit-Body Construction |
• |
• |
MacPherson Strut Front Suspension |
• |
• |
Torsion-Beam Rear Suspension |
• |
• |
Stabilizer Bar (mm, front) |
19.0 (solid) |
19.0 (solid) |
Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS) |
• |
• |
Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock |
2.48 |
2.48 |
Steering Ratio |
12.75 |
12.75 |
Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft) |
35.4 |
35.4 |
Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in, front/rear) |
10.3 / 10.2 |
10.3 / 10.2 |
Wheels |
16″ Alloy 17″ Alloy (available) |
16″ Alloy 17″ Alloy (available) |
All-Season Tires |
P195/55/16 86V |
P195/55/16 86V |
Performance Tires (available) |
205/45R17 84W |
205/45R17 84W |
Tire Repair Kit (TRK) with 24-Hour Assistance |
• |
• |
EXTERIOR MEASUREMENTS |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
Wheelbase (in) |
95.9 |
95.9 |
Length (in) |
160.5 |
160.5 |
Height (in) |
54.9 |
54.9 |
Width (in) |
68.5 |
68.5 |
Track (in, front/rear) |
59.6 / 59.1 |
59.6 / 59.1 |
Curb Weight (lbs, MT/CVT) |
2639 / 2694 |
2658 / 2710 2663 / 2716 (EX w/Navigation) |
Weight Distribution (%, front/rear, MT) |
59 / 41 |
59 / 41 |
Weight Distribution (%, front/rear, CVT) |
60 / 40 |
60 / 40 |
INTERIOR MEASUREMENTS |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
Headroom (in) |
36.9 |
36.9 |
Legroom (in) |
42.7 |
42.7 |
Shoulder Room (in) |
53.8 |
53.8 |
Hiproom (in) |
51.5 |
51.5 |
Cargo Volume (cu ft, behind console) |
25.1 |
25.1 |
Passenger Volume (cu ft) |
49.1 |
49.1 |
Seating Capacity |
2 |
2 |
EPA MILEAGE RATINGS3/FUEL |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
CVT (City/Highway/Combined) |
36 / 39 / 37 |
36 / 39 / 37 |
6-Speed Manual (City/Highway/Combined) |
31 / 38 / 34 |
31 / 38 / 34 |
Fuel (gal) |
10.6 |
10.6 |
Required Fuel |
Regular Unleaded |
Regular Unleaded |
ACTIVE SAFETY |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control4 |
• |
• |
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) |
• |
• |
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) |
• |
• |
Brake Assist |
• |
• |
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)5 |
• |
• |
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) |
• |
LED |
PASSIVE SAFETY |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure |
• |
• |
Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) |
• |
• |
Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) |
• |
• |
Side Curtain Airbags |
• |
• |
Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Active Head Restraints |
• |
• |
3-Point Seat Belts with Front Seat Automatic Tensioning System |
• |
• |
Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Seat-Belt Reminder |
• |
• |
EXTERIOR FEATURES |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna |
• |
• |
Security System with Remote Entry |
• |
• |
Body-Colored Folding Power Side Mirrors with Integrated Turn Indicators and Expanded View Driver’s Mirror |
• |
Heated |
Body-Colored Door Handles |
• |
• |
Projector-Beam Halogen Headlights |
• |
|
High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights with Auto-On/Off |
|
• |
Fog Lights |
|
• |
Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers |
• |
• |
Rear Window Wiper/Washer |
• |
• |
Tinted Glass |
• |
• |
Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door |
• |
• |
LED Brake Lights |
• |
• |
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
Automatic Climate Control |
• |
• |
Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition6, FM Traffic and Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines |
|
Available |
Rearview Mirror with Rearview Camera Display and Guidelines |
• |
without Navigation |
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®7 |
• |
• |
SMS Text Message Function8 |
|
with Navigation |
Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver’s Window |
• |
• |
Illuminated Window Switches |
Driver’s window only |
• |
Power Door Locks |
• |
• |
Cruise Control |
• |
• |
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel |
|
• |
Aluminum Shift Knob with Leather |
|
6MT |
Textured Aluminum Pedals |
|
• |
Polished Interior Accents |
|
• |
Steering Wheel-Mounted Paddle Shifters |
CVT |
CVT |
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column |
• |
• |
Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls |
Cruise / Audio / Phone / MID |
Cruise / Audio / Phone / MID / Navi (available) |
Beverage Holders (3) |
• |
• |
Upper Instrument Panel Storage |
• |
• |
Door-Pocket Storage Bins, Front |
• |
• |
Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Vanity Mirrors |
Driver’s only |
Illuminated |
Ambient Console Lighting |
|
• |
Map Lights |
• |
• |
12-Volt Power Outlet |
• |
• |
Glove Compartment |
• |
• |
Courtesy Lights |
• |
• |
Rear Cargo Console (behind front seats) |
• |
• |
Rear Window Defroster |
• |
• |
Retractable Cargo Area Cover |
• |
• |
Floor Mats |
• |
• |
Cargo Area Light |
• |
• |
SEATING |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
Mesh Sports Seats |
• |
|
Black/Red Combi Sports Seats with Fine Mesh inserts |
|
• |
Driver’s Seat with Manual Height Adjustment |
• |
• |
Reclining Front Seatbacks |
• |
• |
AUDIO SYSTEM |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 6 Speakers |
• |
|
360-Watt AM/FM/CD Premium Audio System with 7 Speakers, including Subwoofer |
|
• |
Pandora®9 Internet Radio Compatibility |
|
with Navigation |
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio |
• |
• |
USB Audio Interface10 |
• |
• |
MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack |
• |
• |
MP3/Windows Media® Audio (WMA)11 Playback Capability |
• |
• |
Radio Data System (RDS) |
• |
without Navigation |
Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC) |
• |
• |
MULTI – INFORMATION DISPLAY |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
Average Fuel Economy Indicator |
• |
• |
Average Speed Indicator |
• |
• |
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® |
• |
• |
Digital Fuel-Mileage Indicators |
• |
• |
Digital Odometer and Digital Trip Meters (2) |
• |
• |
Eco/Eco Score Screens |
• |
• |
Elapsed Time Indicator |
• |
• |
Exterior Temperature Indicator |
• |
• |
IMA System Power Flow Indicator |
• |
• |
Maintenance Minder™ System |
• |
• |
Miles-to-Empty Indicator |
• |
• |
INSTRUMENTATION |
CR-Z |
CR-Z EX |
3-Mode Drive System Buttons (Normal/ECON/Sport) |
• |
• |
Plus Sport System™ Button |
• |
• |
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator |
• |
• |
ABS Indicator |
• |
• |
Airbag System Indicator |
• |
• |
Blue Backlit Gauges |
• |
• |
Brake System Indicator |
• |
• |
Coolant Temperature Indicators |
• |
• |
Cruise Control Indicators |
• |
• |
Digital Speedometer |
• |
• |
Doors/Hatch-Open Indicator |
• |
• |
DRL Indicator |
• |
• |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator |
• |
• |
Fog Lights Indicator |
|
• |
Fuel Level Indicator |
• |
• |
Headlights-On Indicator |
• |
• |
High-Beam Indicator |
• |
• |
Idle-Stop Indicator |
• |
• |
IMA Battery State-of-Charge Indicator |
• |
• |
IMA Charge and Assist Indicator |
• |
• |
IMA System Indicator |
• |
• |
Immobilizer System Indicator |
• |
• |
Instant Fuel Economy Indicator |
• |
• |
Lights-On Indicator |
• |
• |
Low Tire-Pressure Indicator |
• |
• |
Low-Fuel Indicator |
• |
• |
Low-Oil Pressure Indicator |
• |
• |
Maintenance Minder™ Indicator |
• |
• |
Malfunction Indicator |
• |
• |
Passenger-Side Side Airbag-Off Indicator |
• |
• |
Seat Belts Reminder Indicator |
• |
• |
Security System Indicator |
• |
• |
Shift Up/Down Indicator |
6MT |
6MT |
System Message Indicator |
• |
• |
Tachometer |
• |
• |
TPMS Indicator |
• |
• |
Turn Signal/Hazard Indicators |
• |
• |
VSA System and VSA-Off Indicators |
• |
• |
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[1] AT-PZEV (Advanced Technology Partial Zero-Emission Vehicle) models as certified by California Air Resources Board (CARB) in California and states that have adopted California Zero-Emission Vehicle regulations. |
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[2] Does not apply to fluid and filter changes. Will vary with driving conditions. Please see your Honda dealer for details. |
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[3] Based on 2014 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. |
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[4] VSA is not a substitute for safe driving. It cannot correct the vehicle’s course in every situation or compensate for reckless driving. Control of the vehicle always remains with the driver. |
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[5] For optimal tire wear and performance, tire pressure should be checked regularly with a gauge. Do not rely solely on the monitor system. Please see your Honda dealer for details. |
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[6] The Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ is available on EX models in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. (FM Traffic service only available in the United States, except Alaska.) Please see your Honda dealer for details. |
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[7] The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., is under license. |
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[8] Compatible with select phones with Bluetooth®. Your wireless carrier’s rate plans apply. State or local laws may limit use of texting feature. Only use texting feature when conditions allow you to do so safely. |
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[9] Pandora, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc. Used with permission. Compatible with select smartphones. See: www.pandora.com/everywhere/mobile. Not all devices compatible with USB connection. Your wireless carrier’s rate plans apply. |
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[10] The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your Honda dealer for details. |
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[11] Windows Media® is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. |
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