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Honda CR-Z hybrid facelift revealed

The CR-Z facelift comes with additional equipment; petrol-electric powertrain carried forward.
1 min read29 Aug '15
Jaiveer MehraJaiveer Mehra
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Honda has unveiled the facelifted version of its petrol-electric hybrid, the CR-Z. The updated car gets styling changes to the exterior, with a few additions to the interior.

The front bumper of the CR-Z has been redesigned while the grille gets minor tweaks. Certain variants of the refreshed CR-Z sport LED headlights. The rear bumper now gets a more squarish appearance and features a rear diffuser. The rear track has also been widened.

Inside, an electric switch has replaced the handbrake lever, making space for a central storage box with an integrated arm rest. Other additions to the interior include a touchscreen infotainment system, an upgraded audio system and a push-button ignition system.

Mechanically, Honda's facelifted CR-Z retains its existing 1.5-litre petrol engine and electric motor, though the suspension has been improved to offer better dynamics, while the brakes have increased in diameter.

The facelifted Honda CR-Z will go on sale internationally towards the end of this year.

BMW introduces 360 degree programme in India

Customers can enter into financial contracts with BMW for use of certain models; applicable on 3-series, 5-series and X3 only.
1 min read29 Aug '15
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Hyundai i20 N Sport with 114bhp revealed

The i20 N Sport is equipped with an uprated 114bhp 1.4-litre petrol motor.
1 min read28 Aug '15
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Discovery Sport vs Q5 vs X3 vs XC60: specifications comparison

Here’s how the soon-to-be-launched Land Rover matches up to its immediate rivals on paper.
2 min read28 Aug '15
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SCOOP! Chevrolet Trailblazer to come in only one variant

Chevrolet’s next offering for India, the Trailblazer SUV, to initially come in 2WD automatic guise only.
1 min read28 Aug '15
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No Mercedes-AMG V12s for India

Mercedes-Benz believes V8 is the right fit for its India portfolio. Moreover, fewer sales numbers wouldn’t justify complex service set-up.
2 min read28 Aug '15
Nishant ParekhNishant Parekh

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