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Honda FIT II 1.5 (117 Hp)
Overall Rating
Honda FIT:
The Honda Fit or Honda Jazz is a small car manufactured and marketed by Honda since 2001 over four generations. It has a five-door hatchback body style and is considered a supermini in the United Kingdom, a subcompact car in the United States, and a light car in Australia. Marketed worldwide and manufactured at ten plants in eight countries, sales reached almost 5 million by mid-2013. Honda uses the "Jazz" nameplate in Europe, Oceania, the Middle East, Africa, Hong Kong, Macau, Southeast Asia and India; and "Fit" in Japan, Sri Lanka, China, Taiwan and the Americas....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Honda FIT (II). With 144 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1129 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Honda Fit II (Jazz) achieved a commendable 5-star Euro NCAP rating in 2009, demonstrating strong adult occupant protection for its class.
1.5 (117 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The manual 1.5L i-VTEC engine delivers a satisfying and responsive driving experience, making the most of its 117 hp for daily use.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel economy for a manual compact, offering a practical balance between performance and running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unmatched interior versatility with 'Magic Seats'
- • Excellent cargo capacity for its class
- • Reliable and fuel-efficient i-VTEC engine
- • Nimble handling and easy to park
- • Strong resale value
Cons:
- • Noticeable road and wind noise at highway speeds
- • Ride can be firm over rougher roads
- • Interior materials feel basic in some areas
- • Not designed for high-performance driving
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2003 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | FIT |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (117 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 117 Hp @ 6600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 78.2 Hp/l [275mm more] |
| Torque: | 144 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L15A7 More details about the engine L15A7 |
| Engine displacement: | 1497 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Coolant: | 4.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 89.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.4:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6800 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | ULEV-2 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.6 kg/Hp, 103.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 127.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1129 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1623 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 583 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4105 mm mm [275mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Height: | 1525 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2500 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Front track: | 1476-1492 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1459-1475 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 261.62 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum, 200.66 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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