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Atten: Potential Buyers 08 vs 09
I noticed that there are quite a few new members (:wavey:welcome) in the market for a FIT, but not sure to go for the 08 or 09. They are reposting quite a bit because a) they do not read the 66+ pages on the 09, and/or b) do not search.
This thread will be just a list of differences with no opinions, just facts/specs. It also will be focusing on Fits in America. 2008: BASE and SPORT have the same engine (vtec 1.5L109hp@5800 and torque:105@4800) and suspension. The SPORT has a body kit, spoiler, aux jack, cruise control, and paddle shifters (for the AT), and 15" Alloy rims (BASE has 14" hubcabs). colors: Milano red (MR) Nighthawk black Pearl NHBP) Silverstorm Metallic (SSM) Vivid Blue Pearl (VBP) Tidewater Blue Metallic (TWB) Blackberry Pearl (BBP) sport only Blaze Orange Metallic (BOM) Sport only. Prices: MSRP without transportation fee ($670) BASE MT: $13,950 BASE AT: $14,750 Sport MT: $15,270 Sport AT: $16,070 Good luck getting these prices... 2009: Arriving in "late September," as quoted by some dealers taking deposits. 80,000 total units for the 2009 model. Colors: Outside/inside Sport: CRYSTAL BLACK PEARL/BLACK BLUE SENSATION/BLACK TIDEWATER BLUE METALLIC/BLACK ORANGE REVOLUTION/BLACK BLACKBERRY PEARL/BLACK MILANO RED/BLACK STORM SILVER METALLIC/BLACK TAFFETA WHITE/BLACK Base: CRYSTAL BLACK PEARL/GRAY BLUE SENSATION/GRAY TIDEWATER BLUE METALLIC/GRAY MILANO RED/GRAY STORM SILVER METALLIC/GRAY TAFFETA WHITE/GRAY // Model numbers and Prices: GE8729EW BASE MT - $14,620 (autoblog & egmcartech base price) GE8829EW BASE AT~$15,420 GE8749EW SPORT MT~$15,940 GE8849EWSPORT AT ~$16,740 GE8769GW SPORT MT VSA&NAV -TBD CO dealers quoted ~$1800 extra GE8869GW SPORT VSA&NAV -TBD Will not have skyroof option and/or AWD, go to Japan for that. Transmission is the same for the AT. Apparently, the mt's transmission's ratio was lowered 3-8% which will improve acceleration but lower mpg. Only Canadian AT's will not have spare tire How the 09 is different: i-vtec maf sensor 117hp@6600 106 lb/:vtec:ft @ 4800 10 cup holders Dead pedal Armrest second glove box (for ipod) "secret" compartment under rear seats. smaller rear seat head rests. Navigation Option USB jack (AUX is still there) Steering wheel mounted controls Windshield pulled forward 4inchs daytime running lights maplights Available Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSAŽ) Only with NAVI Enhanced Suspension Calibration improves straight-line stability & handling with less understeer than before. New power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering with a revised rack to reduce steering effort a low speed. As speed rises, the power-assist gradually increases steering effort to a more reassuring level. Reengineered chassis improves structural rigidity by 164 percent Tilt-and-Telescoping Steering Wheel Two vertically mounted stiffeners positioned inside the D-pillar above the rear springs work in conjunction with the other rear modifications to bring the rear end around quicker and flatter New supportive sport seats built around larger full-size frame And is generally bigger: Wheelbase has been increased 2 inches to 98.4 inches (base-15" sport 16") Overall Length goes up 2.2 inches to 153.5 inches. Overall Width is 0.8 inch wider Front Track is 1.4 inches wider Rear Track is 1.2 inches wider Larger Front Bushings Torsion-Beam setup has gained another 0.8 inch in travel NEW VIDEO Click here to see a video on the 09 (it has a lot of repeat info) This is the official Honda 2009 site. and this is some more official honda stuff 2009 fit accessories Feel free to post anymore new info on the 09. including more pics and videos. Remember, this thread is for a list of facts. If you want options click here. Again, welcome to the site and choose what is best for you. |
This can also be added under the 09 Differences section:
Available Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSAŽ) Enhanced Suspension Calibration improves straight-line stability & handling with less understeer than before. New power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering with a revised rack to reduce steering effort a low speed. As speed rises, the power-assist gradually increases steering effort to a more reassuring level. Reengineered chassis improves structural rigidity by 164 percent Tilt-and-Telescoping Steering Wheel Wheelbase has been increased 2 inches to 98.4 inches Overall Length goes up 2.2 inches to 153.5 inches. Overall Width is 0.8 inch wider Front Track is 1.4 inches wider Rear Track is 1.2 inches wider Larger Front Bushings Torsion-Beam setup has gained another 0.8 inch in travel Two vertically mounted stiffeners positioned inside the D-pillar above the rear springs work in conjunction with the other rear modifications to bring the rear end around quicker and flatter New supportive sport seats built around larger full-size frame |
Color availability broken down by package:
Models: Base - 5 MT, 5 AT Grey interior Taffeta White Storm Silver Metallic Crystal Black Pearl Blue Sensation Pearl Tidewater Blue Metallic Milano Red Sport - 5 MT, 5 AT Sport VSA/NAVI - 5 MT, 5 AT Black interior Taffeta White Storm Silver Metallic Crystal Black Pearl Blue Sensation Pearl Tidewater Blue Metallic Milano Red Orange Revolution Metallic Blackberry Pearl |
Confirmed exact release date and available volume:
"Production allotment now stands at 60,000 units but will increase to 80,000 when the redesigned Fit arrives Oct. 1, says John Mendel, executive vice president of American Honda." |
Official Model Numbers along with exterior/interior colors again:
GE8729EW 2009 FIT 5DR 5MT KA GE8749EW 2009 FIT 5DR SPORT 5MT KA GE8769GW 2009 FIT 5DR SPORT VSA&NAV 5MT KA GE8829EW 2009 FIT 5DR 5AT KA GE8849EW 2009 FIT 5DR SPORT 5AT KA GE8869GW 2009 FIT 5DR SPORT VSA&NAV 5AT KA Sport: CRYSTAL BLACK PEARL/BLACK BLUE SENSATION/BLACK TIDEWATER BLUE METALLIC/BLACK ORANGE REVOLUTION/BLACK BLACKBERRY PEARL/BLACK MILANO RED/BLACK STORM SILVER METALLIC/BLACK TAFFETA WHITE/BLACK Base: CRYSTAL BLACK PEARL/GRAY BLUE SENSATION/GRAY TIDEWATER BLUE METALLIC/GRAY MILANO RED/GRAY STORM SILVER METALLIC/GRAY TAFFETA WHITE/GRAY // |
^^^excellent information. copy/pasted
thanks for the sticky.:) |
Originally Posted by ProMed
(Post 358582)
Confirmed exact release date and available volume:
"Production allotment now stands at 60,000 units but will increase to 80,000 when the redesigned Fit arrives Oct. 1, says John Mendel, executive vice president of American Honda." |
The '09 has so many things that my '08 is lacking, but it's hideous like you stated. However, I've never had a telescoping wheel, of in dash nav in ay previous car, so I don't know what I'm missing I guess. The features on the new '09 are a definite upgrade.
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Originally Posted by cab0053
(Post 358694)
Is the 80,000 units released this year? or for the 2009 model? It is phrased a little funny for me...:rolleyes:
80,000 units is the annual allotment for the 2009! |
great thread! repped for it!
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Current available 2009 USDM Fit Images:
http://www.roadandtrack.com/assets/i...2155513692.jpg http://www.roadandtrack.com/assets/i...2155510994.jpg http://www.roadandtrack.com/assets/i...2155514102.jpg http://www.roadandtrack.com/assets/i...2155511497.jpg http://www.roadandtrack.com/assets/i...2155514329.jpg http://www.roadandtrack.com/assets/i...2155518488.jpg http://www.roadandtrack.com/assets/i...2155514691.jpg http://www.auto123.com/ArtImages/960...nda-fit-04.jpg http://www.auto123.com/ArtImages/960...nda-fit-03.jpg http://www.auto123.com/ArtImages/960...nda-fit-11.jpg http://www.auto123.com/ArtImages/960...nda-fit-05.jpg http://www.auto123.com/ArtImages/960...nda-fit-10.jpg http://www.auto123.com/ArtImages/960...nda-fit-12.jpg |
Two more and some photoshop 2009 USDM Fits by fANTOM & hondaacclx84:
http://images2.leftlanenews.com/hond...2817264758.jpg http://www.motonews.com/images/fbfil...lue_09_Fit.jpg http://i31.tinypic.com/2e6hogm.jpg http://i31.tinypic.com/34fckmp.jpg http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n...fourthchop.jpg |
Originally Posted by cab0053
(Post 358532)
Warning. To many, the 09 is the ugliest thing in the world.
(a Yaris is not best for you) |
Originally Posted by ProMed
(Post 358722)
This is the first I have seen of the car without the overpriced, useless SATNAV, anyone have any more pictures of the interior of this car? |
Also, full 360 degree exterior view of the new fit:
YouTube - Vancouver 2008 Auto Show 46 seconds in. |
^^^Thanks for all the comparsion photos!
Originally Posted by guag
(Post 358899)
*cough* opinion *cough*
another opinion ;) And a yaris can never be best for anybody!:D (It is me just being silly) |
I think a full, side profile view of the 08 versus the 09 would be helpful if we can find one. Straight-on side profile shots of the US market 09 Fit seem to be really hard to find for some reason. The are always taken at another angle.
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SIDE PROFILE of current 07-08 model for the US market:
http://i27.tinypic.com/35klx50.jpg SIDE PROFILE of upcoming 09+ model for the U.S. market: http://i32.tinypic.com/34xevew.jpg |
Originally Posted by cab0053
(Post 359044)
^^^Thanks for all the comparsion photos!
The ugly comment is a fact that many find it ugly:D And a yaris can never be best for anybody!:D (It is me just being silly) It is a fact that many people have found the 2009 to be ugly, but that is a secondary issue. The original intent of this statement IS an opinion. |
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