Wednesday, March 12, 2008

..sneak peak at Fit

Let’s talk about Honda’s new concept car – the Honda Fit.


Honda Fit was first introduced to the public in June 2001. The name Fit is commonly used in China, and North and South America, but in Europe it is more popularly known as Jazz. Generally, it is a five-door vehicle that features a hatchback design.

The new version of Honda Fit still carried the look of the old one, but this time it looks sleeker and more…modern. True to its name, the fit shows a vehicle that does not occupy much road space yet provides enormous space for the passengers. Although quite small compared to the SUV’s, Fit is able to offer the same comfort and space that the SUV provides.

So what are the changes?

  • Wheelbase is increased by 2 inches
  • A-pillars were moved roughly 5 inches forward
  • Interior space increased
  • Track grew by 2 inches


It would have been better if both the 1.3-liter and 1.5-liter powerplant were offered in the US . Sadly, only the 1.5-liter is available here. The good news though is that Fit is available in three transmissions; five-speed automatic, five-speed manual, and a CVT automatic.

They also have a Sport model. This one’s so yummy! LOLZ

The sport model for Honda Fit features 19-inch wheels, antiskid system, a navigation system, 6.5 inch screen, USB connectivity, steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters and a whole lot more.

Here are some more of the features of the Honda Fit

 

  • <!–[if !supportLists]–>Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE)
  • <!–[if !supportLists]–>Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
  • <!–[if !supportLists]–><!–[endif]–>Active head restraints
  • <!–[if !supportLists]–> <!–[endif]–>i-VTEC variable-valve-timing system
  • <!–[if !supportLists]–>Electronic “drive-by-wire” throttle control
  • <!–[if !supportLists]–>Anti-lock braking system
  • <!–[if !supportLists]–>Dual stage, dual-threshold front airbags
  • <!–[if !supportLists]–>Dual front-side airbags
  • <!–[if !supportLists]–>Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS)
  • <!–[if !supportLists]–>Side curtain airbags


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—> whew! This one has lots of airbags… lolz…I wonder where they mounted all those airbags…

 

 

 

sources: leftlane, honda news,

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