Mugen Sports Up Honda's new Zest minicar

Mugen Sports Up Honda's new Zest minicar

Following the Japanese market introduction of the facelifted Honda Zest and the new Zest Spark the other day, Mugen released a new styling package for both versions of the kei-car. The aerodynamic kits include a front spoiler, a modified front grille, side skirts, a rear spoiler and a roof wing. In the case of the Zest, the aero package can be combined with 14-inch alloy wheels while the more sportier Zest Spark pictured above can be fitted with 15-inch alloys. Mugen also offers a sport exhaust system and suspension as well as a few other accessories for both variants of the Zest.

2009 Honda Zest Minor Facelift with new Spark Edition

2009 Honda Zest Minor Facelift with new Spark Edition

The Honda Zest, a 'matchbox-sized' kei-car offered with a 3-cylinder 660 cc engine that is sold in Japan since 2006, has received a subtle facelift that includes the introduction of a new version called Spark Edition. The most significant changes across the range concern the new fascia and front bumper, the revised exterior mirrors, the new trim options for the interior and the improved standard equipment. As for the new Zest Spark Edition, in addition to the distinct front grille and bumper, it gets a 'sportier' interior trim with a new three-spoke steering wheel and black upholstery, a sport suspension set-up on the turbo model as well as new exterior color options and 14-inch alloy wheels.