Honda FIT III (facelift 2017) 1.5 (137 Hp) Hybrid DCT
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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)
III (facelift 2017) Overview:
Honda FIT (III (facelift 2017)). With 134 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1080 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.
Performance Verdict
Combines the 1.5L engine with an electric motor for excellent acceleration and responsiveness, especially off the line. The DCT offers a more direct feel than a CVT.
Fuel Economy
Class-leading fuel economy, making it the most efficient option in the Fit lineup, ideal for minimizing running costs.
Best Use Case:
Mixed driving (City & Highway), maximum fuel efficiency
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional interior space and versatility with 'Magic Seats'
- • Excellent fuel efficiency across the lineup, especially hybrids
- • Renowned Honda reliability and low running costs
- • Easy to maneuver and park in urban environments
- • Good visibility for the driver
Cons:
- • CVT can be noisy under hard acceleration
- • Ride can be firm on rougher roads
- • Some interior materials feel a bit basic
- • Not particularly sporty or engaging to drive (excluding hybrid DCT)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2013 - 2017).
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| Brand: | Honda |
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| Model: | FIT |
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| Generation: | III (facelift 2017) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (137 Hp) Hybrid DCT |
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| Start of production: | 2017 |
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| End of production: | 2020 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 110 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 73.5 Hp/l [35mm more] |
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| Torque: | 134 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | LEB-H1 More details about the engine LEB-H1 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1497 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC, i-VTEC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 3.8 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 73 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 89.4 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 13.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 126.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 157.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1080 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 32 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3990 mm mm [35mm more] |
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| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1525 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2530 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1480 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 135 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 7 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | DCT |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/60 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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| Electric: |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
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| System power: | 137 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| System torque: | 170 Nm @ 1000-4600 rpm. |
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| Electric motor power: | 30 Hp @ 1313-2000 rpm. |
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| Electric motor Torque: | 160 Nm @ 0-1313 rpm. |
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