TRONZ
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Is this the opening salvo in the EV horsepower wars. Having one EV is fine, having two means its a race. I love it!
The "only" part actually refers to lease i.e. this is lease only, can't buy.leaftryer said:You can lease a new S Class Mercedes for $399 or less if you come up with enough up front cash to reduce the amount covered in the lease.
What's interesting is that the car does have an MSRP of $36,625, and multiple Honda reps milling around the stand after the official unveiling said that the lease-only deal is what's being announced today but that Honda listens to its customers.
Honda has always taken a slow and steady approach when it comes to introducing new technologies. Sometimes that means taking a different path then what the rest of the industry is doing. Honda is taking a portfolio approach when it comes to alternative fueled vehicles – introducing a variety of technologies (EV, P-HEV, FCEV, Hybrid, Natural Gas and fuel-efficient ICE) and letting the customer decide which best meets their needs.
Whether we are first or second to market with a new technology, Honda strives to exceed the customer ownership experience. With the Fit EV, we want to make sure Honda's return to the battery electric market is matched to customer's expectations of a Honda vehicle (exceptional reliability and quality). We felt leasing the Fit EV at this stage was the best way to both meet the high standards customers have come to expect from Honda and manage the customer ownership experience.
With that said, Honda is a flexible company that listens to its customers. We will be carefully monitoring customer feedback and continuously evaluating the Fit EV program when it launches next summer.
evnow said:Honda will lease only in CA & OR. Just tells me their cost is very high - so they want to limit the loss. Otherwise not leasing in atleast some other states, doesn't make sense (why would you want to lease in OR but not WA ?).
CarZin said:Honda is too conservative of a company to really get a true electric vehicle in serious play anytime soon. My wife just got a new loaded 2012 CRV. they still lack a lot of techie features that have been standard on less expensive cars for a few years.
KeiJidosha said:i guess summer 2012 is on it's way. Honda has updated their Fit EV website with an "EV Readiness Assessment", and recent First Drive reviews at Honda Fit EV
CarZin said:Honda is too conservative of a company to really get a true electric vehicle in serious play anytime soon. My wife just got a new loaded 2012 CRV. they still lack a lot of techie features that have been standard on less expensive cars for a few years.
A Powerful 92kW Electric Motor
Think EVs are slow? Not this one. Using the same 92kW high-density coaxial electric motor as the much larger FCX Clarity, the Fit EV’s powerful acceleration is a treat for driving enthusiasts. Consider this: The gasoline engine in the Fit produces 106 lb-ft of torque. The Fit EV? Try 188. That's a 77% increase.
Choose Your Own Adventure
Like the CR-Z Sport Hybrid, the Fit EV features a 3-mode drive system, allowing you to tailor the driving experience to your preference. Looking to stretch the miles between charges? Keep it in ECON[1]. Need to pass a slow-moving truck? Push the SPORT button. The Fit EV lets you decide how to drive.
The Fun One
The Fit has always been known for its nimble handling and the Fit EV is no exception. The Fit EV's low center of gravity and independent rear suspension provide an entertaining, all-electric ride.
[1] The ECON logo is a trademark of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., and may not be used or reproduced without prior written approval.
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