The Sporty Hatchback: The Honda CR-X
Honda released the first Honda CR-X into the Japanese market in 1984 and called it the Honda Ballade Sports CR-X. In other countries, this first generation CR-X was called the Civic CR-X, and most people saw it as a sporty Civic rather than a new car altogether.
To the US market, the CR-X was described as an economical sports hatch, seating two people. The Europeans were marketed a powerful engine and additional seats in the car, providing a 2+2 arrangement. In 1987, the CR-X was redesigned and stayed in production until the early 1990s.
The CR-X was a popular choice for younger drivers with great performance and handling capabilities and good economy. In the United States, the company of R. Straman created a convertible out of the CR-X, completing 310 of these "coach convertibles" between 1984 and 1987. The 1. 5 L model marketed in America as the CR-X HF (which stood for High Fuel economy) reliably achieved very good fuel economy and it cost no more than the basic model.
1987 saw the production of a 2nd generation of the Honda CR-X with a chassis modification to double independent wishbones. Fuel injection was introduced to the 1495 cc and the updated 1590 cc DOHC engines. From 1989, the CR-X shared the same 1595 cc VTEC engine as the Honda Integra, and these models were treated to some exterior modifications of bumpers, lights and dash, as well.
There were 3 different second generation models and engine types available in the United States. There was a basic model with a 1495 cc engine; the mid range model was fitted with an 8 valve, 1495 cc engine; and the Si (sports injection) sports model came with a 16 valve, 1590 cc engine. This Si model also sported a sliding moon roof that was power operated.
In Japan, a model with a fixed glass roof was available, which reached from windscreen to hatchback. Though never marketed in other countries, this model has become a favorite of car buffs.
The Honda CR-X was replaced in 1992 with the new Honda Civic del Sol. Although called a Civic, enthusiasts considered it the third generation of CR-X. Rumors have been circulating for some years about a return of the Honda CR-X and enthusiasts have been eager to see it arrive. Finally it seems that a new CR-X may become one of Honda's hybrid cars in the future. - 21393
To the US market, the CR-X was described as an economical sports hatch, seating two people. The Europeans were marketed a powerful engine and additional seats in the car, providing a 2+2 arrangement. In 1987, the CR-X was redesigned and stayed in production until the early 1990s.
The CR-X was a popular choice for younger drivers with great performance and handling capabilities and good economy. In the United States, the company of R. Straman created a convertible out of the CR-X, completing 310 of these "coach convertibles" between 1984 and 1987. The 1. 5 L model marketed in America as the CR-X HF (which stood for High Fuel economy) reliably achieved very good fuel economy and it cost no more than the basic model.
1987 saw the production of a 2nd generation of the Honda CR-X with a chassis modification to double independent wishbones. Fuel injection was introduced to the 1495 cc and the updated 1590 cc DOHC engines. From 1989, the CR-X shared the same 1595 cc VTEC engine as the Honda Integra, and these models were treated to some exterior modifications of bumpers, lights and dash, as well.
There were 3 different second generation models and engine types available in the United States. There was a basic model with a 1495 cc engine; the mid range model was fitted with an 8 valve, 1495 cc engine; and the Si (sports injection) sports model came with a 16 valve, 1590 cc engine. This Si model also sported a sliding moon roof that was power operated.
In Japan, a model with a fixed glass roof was available, which reached from windscreen to hatchback. Though never marketed in other countries, this model has become a favorite of car buffs.
The Honda CR-X was replaced in 1992 with the new Honda Civic del Sol. Although called a Civic, enthusiasts considered it the third generation of CR-X. Rumors have been circulating for some years about a return of the Honda CR-X and enthusiasts have been eager to see it arrive. Finally it seems that a new CR-X may become one of Honda's hybrid cars in the future. - 21393
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