Honda launches 2009 Fit at the Vancouver Auto Show
The Fit made its North-American debut at the New York Show earlier this month, and now Honda's subcompact makes its Canadian intro at the Vancouver Auto Show.
Honda has totally redesigned the Fit, including a new suspension, new steering and increased body rigidity. The automaker claims that the car's fun-to-drive factor is greater than before. 15-inch wheels are standard, while the Fit Sport gets 16-inchers. There are also bigger glass surfaces for better outward visibility.
Inside, the rear seat is improved are more practical; the seatback can be folded down flat while the front seats are in their rearmost position, and even the headrests don't need to be removed. The Sport model also features a USB port and an iPod interface for its sound system.
The new hatchback is still powered by a 1.5-liter inline-4, mated to either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic. Output ratings have not been announced, but the company claims better fuel economy.
The 2009 Honda Fit will be on sale this fall.
photo:Rob Rothwell
The Fit made its North-American debut at the New York Show earlier this month, and now Honda's subcompact makes its Canadian intro at the Vancouver Auto Show.
Honda has totally redesigned the Fit, including a new suspension, new steering and increased body rigidity. The automaker claims that the car's fun-to-drive factor is greater than before. 15-inch wheels are standard, while the Fit Sport gets 16-inchers. There are also bigger glass surfaces for better outward visibility.
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| 2009 Honda Fit |
Inside, the rear seat is improved are more practical; the seatback can be folded down flat while the front seats are in their rearmost position, and even the headrests don't need to be removed. The Sport model also features a USB port and an iPod interface for its sound system.
The new hatchback is still powered by a 1.5-liter inline-4, mated to either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic. Output ratings have not been announced, but the company claims better fuel economy.
The 2009 Honda Fit will be on sale this fall.
photo:Rob Rothwell
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