3:24 I found that annoying too, at first. Now, I actually enjoy it. I do rely more on the side mirror, but having that bar there is amazing for blocking the high beam of the car behind you on the highway.
I never thought of the bar for that, I bet that is quite handy because that's one thing I find annoying is high beams behind. It is something you would get used to easily. Thanks for Watching
@@pittmotoring sure, my pleasure. Thanks for bringing up the CR-Z to people's attention. It is a remarkable car and it deserves a moment on UA-cam. Speaking of that, here's an animation I did (as homework) with this car ua-cam.com/video/GF-ciHBHUJo/v-deo.html
This Gent wouldn’t be out of place on TV based car review show ….based on affordable cars or sourcing little gems like this CRZ …great review and narration and a great Yorkshire accent ….off this review im looking at this Honda …CRZ as my next motor
I bought the improved version from new when it came out in 2013, which had a little more power. Still have it and love it. There is more internal capacity than you mentioned. I wonderous car to drive in the world we live in now. A great drivers car.
The later 2013 onwards had the lithium ion battery pack which gave it the power increase i believe. I agree, a fun engaging car to drive. Thanks for watching 👍🏻🙏🏻
Getting a Honda CRV today picking it up in Perth ….this Gents excellent Review has helped immensely …it was a toss up Between the Honda Civic or CRZ after watching this Gents reviews it’s the CRZ he’s convinced me and I’m looking forward to getting it ….again thanks for the insight and your excellent review .
Just got back from Perth …cracking drive flys in sports mode …fine in Normal Mode …rear view ain’t perfect but on the motorway you can see what’s behind you ….think it’s the best car I’ve ever owned once again thanks for the review
@@pittmotoring it’s a gem of car Buddy …solid bit of kit ….as you stated in Sports mode it goes to another level for £3,250 it’s a lot of car …great driving position easy controls at hand …again your excellent honest review tipped the scales so thanks for that mate .
Great review i have a 2012 GT, and absolutely love it. Great to hear a solid review that focuses on how it feels instead of just the numbers and how fast it isnt.
They really are a great feeling car, doesn't have to be fast to have fun. Its very engaging. How do you find the economy with yours? Thanks for watching
@@pittmotoring i find the economy pretty good. Tge great thing about the CRZ, as you pointed out, is that you feel like you are pushing it on backroads but in reality you arent. Due to the low driving position, great gear change, tight handling and engine/exhaust note, it feels like your driving faster than you really are. Therefore the economy is a nice surprise 😁
@@marcknowles322 yes I think they launched it too soon and nobody appreciated the hybrid set up, if it was within the last 2 to 4yrs I think with hybrids and electric vehicles being pushed they would have been very popular.
Seeing interior space being brought up, for perspective owners: as a owner my experience cannot be more different than so many reviews (by people who normally had the car for a short period). Used the car for a two-night-three-day camping trip with two adults. Packed the following: two sleeping bags, two tents, one single air mattress, one single foam trekking mattress, two whole bags of food, two big hiking rucksack, one camera bag, one tripod, one foldable camping chair, 3 litres of water and there’re still room to fill rubbishes. Mind you this is all packed in a way that nothing obstruct the rear split window. Sure if you compare it to a 4-seater its no good, but it’s far from bad if not very good for a 2-seater. And if you’re looking at a small coupe you can’t do any much better these days (mind you most are not hatchbacks hence have far less usable boot space). I also see a lot saying it’s not more practical than an MX-5 which can’t be more wrong. For reference I can pack four factory wheels in and still have spare room, MX-5 would struggle with even one or two (unless you get a boot rack, but CR-Z can also get roof rack on top for even more)
Hi..amazing review. I am thinking about 2010-2011 CRZ but i am worried about the battery life, because most of have more than 110000 kilometres. What do you think ?
Thank you. I think with any car it is one of those risks you take, the best thing you can do while searching for one is to check its history to see if it has had the Battery replaced and when.
My friend purchased one recently and i took it out for a drive, i didn't want to get out of it, as you say, not that fast but it's so much fun to drive, i love it!
@Pitt Motoring TV the gear change is nice, the overall feel of the drive, it's very engaging and just driving round town between 25 and 40 even though it's not fast it felt like you was racing it lol
Not sure how you only got 41mpg, I own a 2010 CR-Z and regularly get at least 45mpg, often 50+. On longer trips I have had 55-60mpg. The lowest I get is around 36-38, but that’s when driving hard for a while.
Agreed as a fellow owner, I think unless in cold weather/doing only short journeys, the low MPG is mostly down to people just constantly thrashing it at above 3000rpm (esp for people unaware of how IMA assists thinking they’ll only get more progress out by reviving high) when it switches to the high cam profile. And I can attest on B road it can still achieve a good MPG (even better in sports mode as it likes to assist more), unless with constant long hills (normal will be more useful as it has a much more ‘normal’ battery assist and consumption) - I say so as I use the car for Scottish B Road runs
This car was a sales failure seems, it was neither economic or sporty. The first gen CRX released two specific versions in the USA, it was a missed opportunity not to do a K series version as well as a hybrid. Low numbers mean it could be collectible.
Nice review mate, I just saw your mx5 video too and I am actually looking at getting a CRZ (the more sensible one) or an NC2 MX5. Since you have driven both which would you have as your daily/only car?
Thank you for watching both reviews 🙏🏻 They are both fun to drive and both have their positives and negatives as a daily/only car. The mx5 is a drivers car, great to drive, handling is good but as a daily driver with the boot space and interior space its not very practical and isn't as economical as the crz in terms of a full time daily driver. The Crz has great economy on its side being a hybrid, not as quick as the mx5 and the mx5 handles better but as a daily driver, especially in the winter it would be the practical choice. Both different cars with their own plus points. All depends on what you want more in terms of a daily driver and what you want the most from it. practicality and economy along with a fun drive - Crz. If you can live with the practicality of a 2 seater convertible and not so much bothered about the economy and good fun driving then the mx5. All depends what you are wanting all together really. Both are good cars. Hope that may help.
@@pittmotoring Thanks for the reply mate. Yeah I am leaning towards the crz for running costs but I am really unsure about the battery. Since they are around 10 years old now I dont know how long they are good for.
They look great don't they. For what it is, being quicker would be nice but not necessary as in the corners its a lot of fun. This one isn’t, this is Honda Uk's press car.
I have a 150hp Honda crz GT-T, let me say what a lot of CRZ owners wish for this car, A K-series version with a turbo or supercharger. If anyone is curious to a better CRZ release version, check out CR-Z Mugen RZ. This was the official supercharged CRZ, there were like 300 made though.
As a first car it would come down to what your budget would be, more for insurance. Road Tax is low, with it being a Hybrid and a 4 seat coupe the insurance group is lower. First cars are always expensive to insure.
In those terms, Cool - ✅ you don't see many, some great aftermarket parts available too, fun factor yes, they're great fun to drive, very rewarding handling car.
3:24 I found that annoying too, at first. Now, I actually enjoy it. I do rely more on the side mirror, but having that bar there is amazing for blocking the high beam of the car behind you on the highway.
I never thought of the bar for that, I bet that is quite handy because that's one thing I find annoying is high beams behind. It is something you would get used to easily. Thanks for Watching
@@pittmotoring sure, my pleasure. Thanks for bringing up the CR-Z to people's attention. It is a remarkable car and it deserves a moment on UA-cam. Speaking of that, here's an animation I did (as homework) with this car ua-cam.com/video/GF-ciHBHUJo/v-deo.html
This Gent wouldn’t be out of place on TV based car review show ….based on affordable cars or sourcing little gems like this CRZ …great review and narration and a great Yorkshire accent ….off this review im looking at this Honda …CRZ as my next motor
I bought the improved version from new when it came out in 2013, which had a little more power. Still have it and love it. There is more internal capacity than you mentioned. I wonderous car to drive in the world we live in now. A great drivers car.
The later 2013 onwards had the lithium ion battery pack which gave it the power increase i believe. I agree, a fun engaging car to drive. Thanks for watching 👍🏻🙏🏻
@@pittmotoringis a 2013 still have the 6 speed? I love to shift!
Getting a Honda CRV today picking it up in Perth ….this Gents excellent Review has helped immensely …it was a toss up Between the Honda Civic or CRZ after watching this Gents reviews it’s the CRZ he’s convinced me and I’m looking forward to getting it ….again thanks for the insight and your excellent review .
Just got back from Perth …cracking drive flys in sports mode …fine in Normal Mode …rear view ain’t perfect but on the motorway you can see what’s behind you ….think it’s the best car I’ve ever owned once again thanks for the review
@@roycarder6179 great news on the collection 👏🏻
@@pittmotoring it’s a gem of car Buddy …solid bit of kit ….as you stated in Sports mode it goes to another level for £3,250 it’s a lot of car …great driving position easy controls at hand …again your excellent honest review tipped the scales so thanks for that mate .
Great review i have a 2012 GT, and absolutely love it. Great to hear a solid review that focuses on how it feels instead of just the numbers and how fast it isnt.
They really are a great feeling car, doesn't have to be fast to have fun. Its very engaging. How do you find the economy with yours?
Thanks for watching
@@pittmotoring i find the economy pretty good. Tge great thing about the CRZ, as you pointed out, is that you feel like you are pushing it on backroads but in reality you arent. Due to the low driving position, great gear change, tight handling and engine/exhaust note, it feels like your driving faster than you really are. Therefore the economy is a nice surprise 😁
You are right about it being launched to soon too. This is my 2nd CRZ, I honestly didnt appreciate it 6 years ago as i do now.
@@marcknowles322 it is that exactly, the amount of grip, feel through the wheel is all brilliant, great fun.
@@marcknowles322 yes I think they launched it too soon and nobody appreciated the hybrid set up, if it was within the last 2 to 4yrs I think with hybrids and electric vehicles being pushed they would have been very popular.
This video should have been made 12 years ago, what a sales pitch!
🤣 thanks, I thoroughly enjoyed my time with it. Thanks for watching
Seeing interior space being brought up, for perspective owners: as a owner my experience cannot be more different than so many reviews (by people who normally had the car for a short period). Used the car for a two-night-three-day camping trip with two adults. Packed the following: two sleeping bags, two tents, one single air mattress, one single foam trekking mattress, two whole bags of food, two big hiking rucksack, one camera bag, one tripod, one foldable camping chair, 3 litres of water and there’re still room to fill rubbishes. Mind you this is all packed in a way that nothing obstruct the rear split window. Sure if you compare it to a 4-seater its no good, but it’s far from bad if not very good for a 2-seater. And if you’re looking at a small coupe you can’t do any much better these days (mind you most are not hatchbacks hence have far less usable boot space). I also see a lot saying it’s not more practical than an MX-5 which can’t be more wrong. For reference I can pack four factory wheels in and still have spare room, MX-5 would struggle with even one or two (unless you get a boot rack, but CR-Z can also get roof rack on top for even more)
I was blasting down Hartside Pass last weekend following my friend in his Prelude AWS, yeah it kept up easily.
Hi..amazing review. I am thinking about 2010-2011 CRZ but i am worried about the battery life, because most of have more than 110000 kilometres. What do you think ?
Thank you. I think with any car it is one of those risks you take, the best thing you can do while searching for one is to check its history to see if it has had the Battery replaced and when.
My friend purchased one recently and i took it out for a drive, i didn't want to get out of it, as you say, not that fast but it's so much fun to drive, i love it!
So underrated, great fun. What did you like the most about it?
@Pitt Motoring TV the gear change is nice, the overall feel of the drive, it's very engaging and just driving round town between 25 and 40 even though it's not fast it felt like you was racing it lol
2:43 Eddy no old school over the shoulder reversing? Your younger than me sir ahah great pov vid
Attempting show all visibility 👍🏻 only downside to the crz is the view out of the rear. Thanks kid as always for the support 🙏 🙌
Not sure how you only got 41mpg, I own a 2010 CR-Z and regularly get at least 45mpg, often 50+. On longer trips I have had 55-60mpg. The lowest I get is around 36-38, but that’s when driving hard for a while.
A mix of town driving and B roads, I also have a heavy foot 😎. Thats great on longer trips.
Agreed as a fellow owner, I think unless in cold weather/doing only short journeys, the low MPG is mostly down to people just constantly thrashing it at above 3000rpm (esp for people unaware of how IMA assists thinking they’ll only get more progress out by reviving high) when it switches to the high cam profile. And I can attest on B road it can still achieve a good MPG (even better in sports mode as it likes to assist more), unless with constant long hills (normal will be more useful as it has a much more ‘normal’ battery assist and consumption) - I say so as I use the car for Scottish B Road runs
This car was a sales failure seems, it was neither economic or sporty. The first gen CRX released two specific versions in the USA, it was a missed opportunity not to do a K series version as well as a hybrid. Low numbers mean it could be collectible.
I was hoping you Gona use the Boast button and see the difference
So are you driving a 2010 in 2022?
Nice review mate, I just saw your mx5 video too and I am actually looking at getting a CRZ (the more sensible one) or an NC2 MX5. Since you have driven both which would you have as your daily/only car?
Thank you for watching both reviews 🙏🏻
They are both fun to drive and both have their positives and negatives as a daily/only car. The mx5 is a drivers car, great to drive, handling is good but as a daily driver with the boot space and interior space its not very practical and isn't as economical as the crz in terms of a full time daily driver. The Crz has great economy on its side being a hybrid, not as quick as the mx5 and the mx5 handles better but as a daily driver, especially in the winter it would be the practical choice. Both different cars with their own plus points. All depends on what you want more in terms of a daily driver and what you want the most from it. practicality and economy along with a fun drive - Crz. If you can live with the practicality of a 2 seater convertible and not so much bothered about the economy and good fun driving then the mx5. All depends what you are wanting all together really. Both are good cars.
Hope that may help.
@@pittmotoring Thanks for the reply mate. Yeah I am leaning towards the crz for running costs but I am really unsure about the battery. Since they are around 10 years old now I dont know how long they are good for.
@@MuckyD. the later models I think from 2013 were fitted with the lithium ion battery, longer life and plus models with this battery have more power.
@@pittmotoring Thanks mate, think i'll be on the lookout for some crz's on autotrader. 👍
@@MuckyD. no worries matey, happy to help 👍 good luck with your search
Nice review chap always liked the CRZ. Everyone wishes it had more power though. Is that car for sale?
They look great don't they. For what it is, being quicker would be nice but not necessary as in the corners its a lot of fun.
This one isn’t, this is Honda Uk's press car.
I have a 150hp Honda crz GT-T, let me say what a lot of CRZ owners wish for this car, A K-series version with a turbo or supercharger. If anyone is curious to a better CRZ release version, check out CR-Z Mugen RZ. This was the official supercharged CRZ, there were like 300 made though.
Do you think it’s a good first car?
As a first car it would come down to what your budget would be, more for insurance. Road Tax is low, with it being a Hybrid and a 4 seat coupe the insurance group is lower. First cars are always expensive to insure.
@@pittmotoring thanks! But in terms of cool and fun factor?
In those terms, Cool - ✅ you don't see many, some great aftermarket parts available too, fun factor yes, they're great fun to drive, very rewarding handling car.
Nice video Ed, I could tell you enjoyed driving this. I've never driven one but would be intrested to see what they're like
Thanks Sam. I'd never driven one until this, I'd seen them and always been intrigued by them, definitely not disappointed with the drive.
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