2010 Honda CR-V

IMAGES OF HONDA’S updated CR-V have been let out ahead of the car’s Japanese launch on September 17, showing mild styling revisions are in store for the marque’s popular softroader.The side sheetmetal and headlight shapes carry over, but the front bumper, grille and bonnet are new. The 2010 Honda CR-V also receives new 17 and 18-inch alloy wheels.

For the European market, the 2010 Honda CR-V will be offered in base SE, mid-range ES and top-spec EX variants. New technologies introduced to the 2010 Honda CR-V include adaptive cruise control and a collision-detecting crash avoidance system, both of which are optional on the EX grade model.

Cabin fabrics and plastics are upgraded, and a new centre stack design will house the 2010 Honda CR-V’s audio system and ventilation controls. Improved sound deadening is claimed to lower noise from the engine and the outside environment, which, in Honda’s words, makes the 2010 Honda CR-V “an even quieter and more relaxing car to drive”.

The Euro-spec CR-V will offer a new 110kW 2.2 lite i-DTEC diesel engine, which produces a sizable 350Nm of torque from 2000rpm and comes with the option of a manual or five-speed automatic gearbox. All engines in the 2010 Honda CR-V range will be Euro V emissions compliant.

Honda CR-V

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Blood Brothers”, The Story of The Ferrari Enzo and The Maserati MC12 (Updated)

* Ferrari Enzo featured in red and Maserati MC12 featured in silver.

Name: Ferrari Enzo
Engine: 6L Ferrari Dino V12, Naturally Aspirated, 660bhp @ 7,800 rpm
Price: ~ Php 50.3 million
Weight: 1255kg

Performance: 0 – 62 mph (0-100kph) in 3.65 sec

Max Speed: 218mph (350kph)
Transmission: Six Speed paddle-operated sequential manual

The Ferrari Enzo is named after the company’s father, Enzo Ferrari. Why? Well, the Enzo was the best Ferrari production car of its time. The team then decided to name it FERRARI ENZO.

* Ferrari Enzo featured in black

* Back of the Ferrari Enzo

The first thing that I want you to know about the Enzo is that is a Ferrari. Car enthusiasts wouldn’t care what model you have as long as it is a Ferrari. The second is about its aerodynamic de experience sign. The Enzo’s aerodynamic design is inspired by the Ferrari F1. Yes. The driving feels the same as the F1’s. It even has the Ferrari technology that has been restricted from F1 because of its advantage over the other participants. The Enzo is mostly carbon-fiber in material. Even some parts of the dashboard!

Let me take you inside of it.

Here is a picture of the steering wheel.

Look closely. It has those tiny buttons. If you are not a car enthusiast, you would think that those are just Ferrari rubbish. Well, they’re not. The button that is least pressed is the RACE button. You might ask why. Well, it’s for you to find out.

The next thing is its transmission. It is semi-automatic and is paddle-operated. That’s what makes it like an F1! Paddle-operated transmission!

Here is a picture of the Enzo’s Dials:

Well, this review has been about the Ferrari Enzo and the Maserati MC12. Why? Because they are brothers! Maserati was under the Ferrari’s management when the MC12 was conceptualized and produced. And as I’ve said, they share the same DNA. They share almost the same V12 engine, suspension design and carbon chassis with aluminum cradles at either end, mid-engined rear-wheel drive set-up and the six speed sequential paddle-shifts.

Name: Maserati MC12
Engine: 6L Maserati V12, 630bhp @ 7,500 rpm
Price: ~ Php 47.1 million
Weight: 1535kg
Performance: 0 – 62 mph (0-100kph) in 3.8 sec
Max Speed: 205mph (330kph)
Transmission: Six Speed paddle-operated sequential manual

Compared to the digital Ferrari Enzo, the Maserati MC12 is analog. The MC12 was conceptualized and produced during the time when Maserati was under Ferrari’s supervision.

Let me take you inside the car.

Hmm. Do you think you’ve seen this interior before? Maybe. It’s almost the same as the Enzo’s! It also has that paddle-operated transmission! See the difference? The Enzo is digital while the MC12 is analog! Look closely to compare the MC12’s dials with the Enzo’s! They’re almost the same!

Honda Jazz Sport, Music, Holiday 2010 India : Honda Jazz’s various iterations in Auto Expo

Honda Jazz Sport Car Edition

The Honda Jazz dismal sales figures due to it’s exorbitant price tag is out for all to see. Honda, on the other hand are still persisting with their Jazz and they showcased three new versions of which two will make it to the Indian car market. First up is the Honda Jazz Mugen Sport model which features a very sweet 1.5 Liter petrol VTEC engine.

This kitted out Honda Jazz Sport looks like a seriously good performer as Japanese tuning specialists, Mugen have worked their magic, both on the engine as well as the body and aesthetics. This car however is a one off show special and won’t make it to the Honda showrooms across India.

Honda Jazz Music Edition

Next up is the Honda Jazz Music Model which is nothing more than a sticker job of musical notes, adorning the Honda Jazz’s side flanks and rear. The Jazz Music might feature a few nifty features in the car audio department. However, we couldn’t sop any such embellishment in the Honda Jazz Music model that was displayed at the 2010 Auto Expo.

Honda Jazz Holiday Model

Last but not the least, is the Honda Jazz Holiday Model which comes with a redesigned front bumper that makes it look just that bit different from the bog standard Honda Jazz versions currently on sale. This version too gets plenty of stickers to make it stand out amongst the crowd and we have to admit, all those stickers made the Honda Jazz Holiday look pretty cool.

That said, we feel a sizable price cut from Honda Siel India will work better to spur the Honda Jazz sales on, rather than these showy sticker jobs to garner attention.

Honda At The 2010 Auto Expo

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Honda by far has the most bland display at the 2010 Auto Expo. Other than CR-Z Concept and a few versions of the Jazz (Holiday, Music and Mugen) there was really nothing much to see except maybe their small car concept (check it out here). Mr. Asimo made a guest appearance as well.