Honda CR-Z

Who said hybrids couldn’t be stylish? Honda’s sleek coupé is a modern interpretation of the original CR-X – but with a bold nose and recessed headlamps inspired by the very latest designs from Honda’s new-car line-up. Yet it promises to be more than a pretty face – under the skin is an advanced hybrid engine – and the Japanese manufacturer has confirmed its will go on sale in 2010.  

Using a similar powertrain to the recently-launched Insight hybrid, but tuned for sportier performance, the CR-Z will use an i-VTEC engine twinned with an electric motor to combine excellent fuel economy and lively performance. Just like the Toyota Prius an even more economical plug-in version is currently in development too.