Used 2013 Honda CR-Z Consumer Reviews
Two days and I'm hooked
I shall forewarn you, I'm rather biased when it comes to this car because my first and only car before this was a 1999 CRV. Compared to that vehicle, this thing has EVERYTHING. It's sporty enough for me, and its features just keep piling on! I'm used to the only way I could listen to the music on my phone/iPod was through a radio FM transmitter, so going from that to having USB, Aux, CD, Bluetooth... I'm overwhelmed. Unfortunately I'm also overwhelmed by the dash. There are about a billion buttons on the dash. I can kinda get the feel for how the designer tried to make it less confusing with grouping certain items on different parts of the dashboard, but it'll take some MAJOR getting used to before I can do anything while driving. Another huge downfall is the visibility. Other reviews here have hit the nail on the head about backing out of a parking space; damn near impossible. My advice: go very slow and hope someone lets you out. If you adjust your mirrors out wide enough, though, you can easily get rid of blind spots while moving no problem. Also, it could be that since I'm used to my CRV, but the doors are very long, and if you have to park somewhat close next to someone, it is a major struggle getting out of this vehicle. This car sits very low to the ground as well. I have not had problems yet with scraping at curbs, but I know for sure I have a hard time standing up after I'm done driving. Again, this could be bias based on the fact all I've ever known is a CRV. As far as the drive goes, it's fairly smooth for a car that sits so low. However, coming out of a stop while the engine is off is a little rough, almost like the hybrid doesn't mix very happily with the CVT. This is the only instance where something like that happens, though. I am EXTREMELY happy with the sound system. I annoy everyone with the subs. The seating is very comfortable for a moderate sized person, forming to typical curves of a normal human body. Also for a sporty car, there is a LOT of leg room. Probably due to the fact that it has no back seat, which was honestly one of the biggest hesitant factors I had when buying the car. However, since it has extra cargo space under a decently revealing cargo door, I don't normally have problems with a space issue unless I have 3+ people that want to ride with me. Decent sacrifice to make for a car like this one. Oh, and the projected MPG's are a bit lower than what I usually get since I don't normally drive like a maniac anyway. Overall, I'm very happy with this car, and I definitely turn lots of heads with it.
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Cute, nimble, fun
I have owned my CRZ for 8 years now and I have zero desire to drive anything else. I actually own two CRZs because I love them so much! They are Honda’s “sport hybrid”, but are actually not fast at all and also have pretty poor mileage for a hybrid. But it makes up for these short comings in the handling. The CRZ’s short wheel base and “sport” driving mode make it feel like you’re driving a zippy little go kart. It is also a head turner with futuristic hood looks and a rareness to it that makes others ask “is that a Honda Civic?”
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- Base 2dr HatchbackMSRP: $9,995521 mi away
- Base 2dr HatchbackMSRP: $15,750566 mi away
- Base 2dr HatchbackMSRP: $11,995839 mi away
200k miles and still going
I have own seven cars in my lifetime and this is by far my favorite to drive. My car is 7 years old and it has 200,000 miles on it... I'm going to end up keeping this when I purchase my next car. Update Sold car at 206k
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Great little CRZ
Good car, total enjoyment to drive
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Fun and sporty!
So far averaging 35.3 mpg on my first 200 miles, about 70/30 city vs highway. Very fun to drive w/ paddle shifters, navigation/ bluetooth interface works seamlessly which is typical of Honda. A little disappointed that no sunroof option is offered and no rear camera as visibility is a bit of an issue. Also no back seat option like over seas. However, no first year model glitches found yet.