Honda Z600 Video | Car Model & Video Reviews

The two-door Honda Z600 was a Kei Car designed and built by Honda sold from 1970 to 1972, before the introduction of the Civic in 1973. Marketed as the "sport coupe" version of the N600 "sedan", the two models were sold side by side at American dealerships until the first stand alone dealers opened with the Civic on their lots. Total production was 40,586 units. As with all cars in the Kei...  MORE

The two-door Honda Z600 was a Kei Car designed and built by Honda sold from 1970 to 1972, before the introduction of the Civic in 1973. Marketed as the "sport coupe" version of the N600 "sedan", the two models were sold side by side at American dealerships until the first stand alone dealers opened with the Civic on their lots. Total production was 40,586 units. As with all cars in the Kei class, the Z600's specifications were tightly governed. The Z600 features an air-cooled, 354 cc 2 cylinder engine with a 4 or 5 speed transmission driving the front wheels. Exported cars carried a 598 cc engine, which was rated at 36 hp (26 kW). The 354 cc version was available in Australia. One car magazine recording 136 mpg (imp) (2.08 L/100 km/113 mpg US) when they didn't exceed 30 mph (48 km/h), which came at almost the perfect time with a gasoline shortage looming. Despite its small size and low-powered engine, it had no problem maintaining freeway speeds and serving its purpose as a commuter. The only frequent complaint about the car was that it had a very harsh ride, which was largely due to its short wheelbase. The interior fit two adults comfortably, though the back seat was not nearly LESS