Second-generation (2007-)
| Also called | Honda Jazz |
|---|---|
| Production | 2007–present |
| Assembly | Suzuka, Mie, Japan Sayama, Saitama, Japan (for export to U.S.) Ayutthaya, Thailand, Sumaré, São Paulo, Brazil Greater Noida, India Swindon, England Karawang, Indonesia Pingtung, Taiwan Guangzhou, China |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive / four-wheel drive |
| Platform | GE |
| Engine |
Europe and Asia markets
North American market
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| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm (98.4 in) |
| Length | 2009–2011: 3,985 mm (156.9 in) 2012– & Hybrid: 4,100 mm (160 in) |
| Width | 1,695 mm (66.7 in) |
| Height | 1,525 mm (60.0 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,070 kg (2,359 lb) (JDM) |
| Related | Honda City (5th generation) Honda Insight (2nd generation) Honda Freed |
The second-generation Fit debuted on 17 October 2007 at the Tokyo Motor Show. The vehicle offers a longer wheelbase than its predecessor and is wider and longer overall. Overall height is unchanged, while interior height increased by .3 in. Multi-mode seating and cargo configurations are retained, with redesigned headrests enabling more convenient folding of the rear seats. The cabin features greater interior volume, and boot capacity decreased from 21.3 to 20.6 cubic feet (0.58 m3). North America models are slightly longer, due to a longer fascia; the difference is visible in photos below.
Two engines are offered in the new Fit. A 1.3 L (79 cu in) i-VTEC produces 98 hp (73 kW) at 6,000 rpm and 98 lbf·ft (133 N·m) at 4,500 rpm. This engine is offered in both European and Asian markets. A 1.5 L (92 cu in) i-VTEC engine is also offered and produces a maximum output of 117 hp (87 kW) at 6,600 rpm and 106 lbf·ft (144 N·m) at 4,800 rpm. This is the only engine available in the American market. A five-speed manual, five-speed automatic (4WD only) and CVT transmission are available.
The chassis was re-engineered, with structural rigidity increased by 164 percent over the first generation Fit.
"We are very aware that the predecessor was a little firm, so we spent a lot of time fixing that. But we believe we've got it just right now." —HitomiThe Fit now features improved ride and handling.
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