Honda bets big on small Vezel crossover, eyes turbo for U.S.

The Vezel is about 9 inches shorter than the CR-V, currently the smallest crossover in Honda's U.S. lineup. (HONDA)

December 19, 2013 05:00 AM

WAKO, Japan -- Honda Motor Co. is ready to take a run at one of the U.S. auto industry’s fastest-growing segments: compact, sporty crossovers.

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