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Honda FIT II Sport 1.5 (117 Hp) Automatic
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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 1186 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.
Sport 1.5 (117 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5L i-VTEC engine provides lively acceleration and sufficient power for city driving and highway cruising, making it feel more energetic than many rivals.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for an automatic compact, though not class-leading, balancing power with everyday practicality.
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): | Sport 1.5 (117 Hp) Automatic |
| 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: | 5 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: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | ULEV-2 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 98.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.2 kg/Nm, 121.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1186 |
| 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 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1458 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 | Automatic |
| 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 | 185/55 R16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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