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Honda FIT IV (GR1) Crosstar 1.3 (98 Hp) CVT
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)
IV (GR1) Overview:
Honda FIT (IV (GR1)). With 118 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1100 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.
Crosstar 1.3 (98 Hp) CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides straightforward and reliable performance for daily urban use, with the CVT ensuring a smooth ride.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a non-hybrid petrol in the Crosstar trim, offering a balance of practicality and lower initial cost.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional fuel economy, especially with e:HEV hybrid powertrains.
- • Spacious and highly versatile 'Magic Seats' interior.
- • Strong reliability record and low running costs.
- • Comprehensive safety features and 5-star Euro NCAP rating.
- • Compact dimensions ideal for urban maneuverability.
Cons:
- • CVT transmission can make petrol engines feel less engaging under hard acceleration.
- • Base petrol engines can feel underpowered on highways.
- • Interior design, while functional, might lack premium feel compared to some rivals.
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2017): 2017 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | FIT |
| Generation: | IV (GR1) |
| Modification (Engine): | Crosstar 1.3 (98 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production: | February, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 98 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 74.4 Hp/l [100mm more] |
| Torque: | 118 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L13B More details about the engine L13B |
| Engine displacement: | 1317 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 13.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP): | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP): | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP): | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.5 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.2 kg/Hp, 89.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.3 kg/Nm, 107.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1100 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4090 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Width: | 1725 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Height: | 1545 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2530 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1495 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1485 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 185/60 R16 86H |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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