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Honda N-Box I 0.7i (64 Hp) 4WD CVT
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Honda N-Box:
The Honda N-Box is a kei car produced by Honda since 2011 over three generations. A Japanese domestic market vehicle, the N-Box is a five-door minivan with a front-mounted engine and either front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. Together with the N-WGN, N-One and N-Van, it is part of the renewed N lineup of kei class city cars from Honda. The "N" prefix was previously used for the late 1960s and 1970s N360; originally it stood for norimono which loosely translates to vehicle. For the new N lineup, the "N" represented New, Next, Nippon, and Norimono....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Honda N-Box (I). With 104 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1030 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A multi-purpose vehicle designed to transport passengers with ample interior space. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Honda N-Box I was primarily designed for the Japanese domestic market and was not tested by Euro NCAP. Its safety standards align with Japanese regulations for Kei cars.
0.7i (64 Hp) 4WD CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the maximum allowable Kei car power, providing noticeably better acceleration and highway capability than the 58 Hp variant.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a 4WD Kei car, though slightly less efficient than 2WD models due to added drivetrain.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional interior space and practicality for its compact size.
- • Outstanding fuel economy, especially the naturally aspirated 2WD models.
- • Nimble handling and easy maneuverability in urban environments.
- • Honda's renowned reliability and low maintenance costs.
Cons:
- • Limited power for highway driving, especially the 58 Hp variants.
- • Basic interior materials and features compared to larger vehicles.
- • Not designed for long-distance travel or heavy loads.
- • Lack of Euro NCAP safety rating (common for JDM Kei cars).
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | N-Box |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.7i (64 Hp) 4WD CVT |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | MPV |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 64 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 97.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 104 Nm @ 2600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | S07A |
| Engine displacement: | 658 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.6 l |
| Coolant: | 2.89 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 64 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 68.2 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.1 kg/Hp, 62.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.9 kg/Nm, 101 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1030 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 30 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3395 mm |
| Width: | 1475 mm |
| Height: | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2520 mm |
| Front track: | 1290 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1295 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.4 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 165/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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