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Honda Airwave 1.5 (110 Hp) 4WD
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Honda Airwave:
The Honda Airwave is a subcompact car produced by the Japanese automaker Honda from 2005 until 2010. It is a five-door station wagon version of the first-generation City/Fit Aria and Fit/Jazz, which was a sedan and a hatchback respectively. The Airwave was built on the Global Small Car platform; however, unlike the City and Fit, the Airwave was unique to the Japanese market. Honda announced the debut of the Airwave on April 7, 2005.
Production ended in August 2010. Its successor, the Honda Fit Shuttle, went on sale in June 2011....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Airwave Overview:
Honda Airwave (Airwave). With 143 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1250 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Honda Airwave was primarily a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicle and was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. While it would meet contemporary Japanese safety standards for its class, specific crash test data for European ratings is unavailable.
1.5 (110 Hp) 4WD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power for daily driving and urban commuting, with the 4WD system offering enhanced traction in varied conditions rather than outright performance. Acceleration is modest.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a compact 4WD wagon, though slightly less efficient than its FWD counterpart due to the added weight and drivetrain losses. Still competitive for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency from the L15A1 engine
- • Honda's renowned reliability and low maintenance costs
- • Highly versatile interior with 'Magic Seats' for excellent cargo flexibility
- • Spacious cabin for its compact exterior dimensions
- • Smooth and comfortable ride quality for daily driving
Cons:
- • Modest performance, not suited for spirited driving
- • CVT transmission can be noisy under hard acceleration
- • Interior materials are practical but can feel basic
- • Limited availability outside of the Japanese domestic market
- • Lack of advanced safety features common in newer vehicles
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Airwave |
| Generation: | Airwave |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (110 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 110 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 73.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 143 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L15A1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1496 |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Coolant: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 88 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 114.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1250 |
| Max. weight: | 1435 |
| Max load: | 185 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 473 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4350 mm mm |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm |
| Height: | 1530 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1465 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1455 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 185/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Dependent spring suspension with anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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