Honda Unveils First Engine From Its New Earth Dreams Technology Range At 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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SLOUGH, UNITED KINGODM – Feb 7, 2012: The first example of Honda’s ground breaking new Earth Dreams Technology will be on display at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The 1.6-litre diesel is the first in a new generation of engines being introduced over the next three years. Lining up next to the engine display will be the NSX Concept, EV-STER and a prototype of the European C
Earth Dreams Technology – delivering class-leading fuel
economy
Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology is a new generation
engine series delivering excellent performance and environmental values.
Due to be introduced throughout the product range, the new technology will
see Honda become number one in fuel economy within three years.
The new 1.6 litre diesel will be the first engine from this series and
it will be introduced to the new Civic in late 2012. It will be the
lightest engine in its class, delivering sub 100g/km CO2 levels and a
class-leading balance of fuel economy and performance. A cut engine display
of the new 1.6 litre diesel will be shown on the Honda stand.
1.6
litre diesel engine specification:
Honda NSX Concept
The stunning NSX Concept will make its
European debut at the Geneva Motor Show badged ‘Honda’.
Highlighting the design and technology direction for Honda’s next
generation supercar, the NSX Concept features a V6 mid-mounted engine and
will employ a range of new technologies including the innovative Sport
Hybrid SH-AWD® (Super Handling All Wheel Drive™) hybrid system. It is
expected to go on sale within the next three years.
European CR-V Prototype
Honda will also present the European
CR-V Prototype, a preview model highlighting the exterior styling direction
of the all-new fourth generation European Honda CR-V, which is set to go on
sale in Autumn 2012. Compared to the previous generation, the model adopts
a more aggressive stance with deeper sculpting of the body lines and a
bolder front fascia. The lower front bumper wraps smartly upward to convey
SUV capability, while the lower front bumper design now integrates more
smoothly into the fascia for improved aerodynamics.
New Jazz Models for Europe
Two new Jazz derivatives will also
be displayed for the first time. The Jazz Si, on sale from Summer 2012,
features an upgraded sporty suspension package and styling changes to the
interior and the exterior.
The second derivative, the Jazz 1.2 with Idle Stop, delivers a reduction in CO2 emissions of 3g/km compared to the standard 1.2 variant and will available to order in Spring.
EV-STER
Further underlining Honda’s aim of developing
sporty, exciting products, the Honda EV-STER will also make its European
debut at the show. The EV-STER, an electric rear wheel drive two-seater
open sports car, features dynamic and innovative styling and excellent
environmental performance.
The Honda Press Conference will take place at 09.15 on Tuesday 6 March.