Engine: 1.5-liter sohc 16-valve inline-4

Engine Options: 1.5-liter sohc 16-valve inline-4

Transmission: 5-speed manual

Transmission Options: 5-speed manual; 5-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: front airbags, side curtain airbags, LATCH child-seat tether system, child-proof rear door locks; electronic stability control, ABS, EBD

Optional Safety Equipment:

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Japan

Model Tested: Honda Fit Sport ($15,170)

Standard Equipment: fabric upholstery, air conditioning with filtration, power windows and door locks, dual power mirrors, AM/FM/CD/MP3 with six speakers and steering wheel controls, remote keyless entry, fog lights, anti-theft system, map and cargo lights, remote fuel-filler release, 60/40 split fold-flat rear seats, a rear wiper, body-colored power side mirrors, rear wiper/washer; 15-inch alloy wheels and 195/55R15 tires, front and rear spoilers and side skirts

Options as Tested: none

Destination Charge: 595

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: front-wheel drive

Horsepower: 109 @ 5800

Torque: 105 @ 4800

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 33/38

Wheelbase: 96.5 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 157.4/66.2/60.0 inches

Track Front/Rear: 57.3/57.1 inches

Turning Cycle: 34.4 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 40.6/51.2/41.9 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 38.6/51.0/33.7 inches

Trunk Volume: 41.9 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, MacPherson struts, stabilizer bar

Ground Clearance: inches

Curb Weight: 2471 pounds

Towing Capacity: pounds

Tires: P195/55HR15

Brakes: disc/drum with ABS, EBD

Fuel Capacity: 10.8 Gallons