Honda CR-Z Mugen RZ is a Supercharged Hybrid: 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon

Jason Siu
by Jason Siu

The Honda CR-Z Mugen RZ is hardly a secret having been unveiled last year, but the 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon marks one of the first times its been displayed publicly.

The limited production CR-Z will only see 300 units produced in its lifetime, and those buyers will get to enjoy 156 hp and 136 lb-ft of torque thanks to a supercharger mated to the 1.5-liter hybrid engine. And while that output is less than lustworthy, the body modifications certainly are.

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Mugen has also transformed the CR-Z’s styling to something much more attractive and sporty with 17-inch wheels giving it a more fitting stance. There’s an adjustable wing on the trunk, while upgraded suspension and brake components makes the CR-Z an all-around, more fun car to drive.

If only the CR-Z came this way from the factory, and not just as a limited edition model.

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Jason Siu
Jason Siu

Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.

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  • Nonymous Nonymous on Jan 11, 2013

    You've got your email titled wrongly, this is titled as " Mugen Honda CR-V Combines Off-Road Style With On-Road Performance: 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon"

  • Hellionz Hellionz on Jan 12, 2013

    I'm still gunning for this Summer for my Jackson supercharger.

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