Vital Statistics: 2011 Honda CR-Z EX NAVI six-speed

• Wheelbase: 95.9 inches
• Length: 160.6 inches
• Width: 68.5 inches
• Height: 54.9 inches (at roof antenna)
• Curb weight: 2,654 pounds
• Engine: I-4, 1.5-liter SOHC, DC Brushless Motor (Permanent Magnet AC Synchronous)
• Horsepower: 122 @ 6,000 r.p.m. (electric: 13 @ 1,500 r.p.m.)
• Torque: 128 lb.-ft. @ 1,000-1,750 r.p.m. (electric: 58 lb.-ft. @ 1,000 r.p.m.)
• EPA estimated m.p.g. city/highway: 31/37
• Base price: $22,560
• As-tested price: $23,310 (plus $750 destination and handling)
• Also consider: Mazda MX5, Honda Civic coupe, Ford Focus, four-five used Honda CRX coupes

Sam Fiorani believes that 1,800 pounds is just about the right size for a car, even if it means avoiding unnecessary things like airbags and body panels.