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Honda has not had a dedicated hybrid model with distinctive styling since the Insight. Honda will add two such vehicles for the 2010/2011 model years. One will be a five-door mainstream vehicle like the Prius, the other will be a smaller sporty hatchback based on the CR-Z concept.

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Honda today announced additional details regarding its new small hybrid scheduled for introduction in early 2009, as part of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. CEO Takeo Fukui's mid-year address. An official name and full product details will be announced later this year. In addition to weight reduction, a significant cost reduction in Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) components will result in the most affordable hybrid vehicle to date. This dedicated hybrid vehicle will be offered as a 5-door...Read.