no. Its a hybrid and actually the power produced by the IMA engine is equivalent to a 1.8L unit. Freaking quick accel thanks to the electric motors that produces ample torque starting from 1,000rpm. It only loses out at top speed due to the lack of hp.

In comparison;

the CRZ makes 126hp @ 6000rpm and 224Nm @ 4800rpm petrol engine and IMA combined, versus the city 115hp @ 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm @ 4,800rpm.

thx for the correction, but still, it is faster than the City thanks to the lighter car weight.

and not to mention with the ability to plonk in the Mugen halfcut to make it close to 200hp.

The number of second hand Pug 308 waiting to find a buyer is pretty alarming though.

but put it in a good way, there are lots to choose from if one doesn't mind a second hand unit.
Price is good too.

This post has been edited by V12Kompressor: Feb 2 2012, 10:09 AM

thief magnet too