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Honda FIT III 1.5 (132 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)
III Overview:
Honda FIT (III). With 155 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1050 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 III (Jazz) achieved an excellent 5-star Euro NCAP rating in 2015, demonstrating strong performance in adult occupant protection and overall safety, a testament to Honda's commitment to passenger security.
1.5 (132 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5L engine provides strong performance for a subcompact. When paired with a manual transmission (if available for this trim), it offers a more engaging and direct driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel efficiency, especially if paired with a manual transmission which can sometimes offer slightly better real-world economy than a CVT.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional interior space and versatility with 'Magic Seats'.
- • Excellent fuel economy across the lineup, especially with hybrid models.
- • Renowned Honda reliability and low maintenance costs.
- • Nimble handling and easy to maneuver in urban environments.
- • Strong safety ratings (5-star Euro NCAP).
Cons:
- • CVT transmission can feel uninspiring to some drivers.
- • Road noise can be noticeable at highway speeds.
- • Ride quality can be firm on rougher roads.
- • Base models may lack some desired features.
- • Design might be considered conservative by some.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2009 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | FIT |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (132 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2013 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 132 Hp @ 6600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 88.2 Hp/l [150mm less] |
| Torque: | 155 Nm @ 4600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L15B1 More details about the engine L15B1 |
| 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: | DOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Coolant: | 3.78 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 89.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8 kg/Hp, 125.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 147.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1050 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3955 mm mm [150mm less] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1525 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2530 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Front track: | 1475 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1465 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 135 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 185/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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