Honda Fit 2023 RS
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The Honda Fit RS debuted yesterday as part of the model’s facelifted range in Japan, taking the place of the sportiest-looking Fit yet. This however didn’t stop Mugen from applying its own body kit, making the Fit RS look almost like a full-blown Type R. The Japanese tuner is also offering a second body kit for the lesser variants of the Fit blessing them with an equally sporty stance. Show Mugen’s add-ons for the Honda Fit RS include body-colored front bumper extensions with a red stripe under the central intake and another red accent on the grille. The Honda badge however retains its stock blue/black background as in all e:HEV models, differentiating it from the factory-spec Type R variants. See Also: 2023 Honda Civic Type R Makes 315 HP, Goes On Sale This Fall In The U.S.  The Honda Fit RS doesn’t get any wide fender add-ons as you would expect from a hot hatch and Mugen didn’t change that. Instead, they added trim pieces with faux-vent texture, carbon-style mirror caps, Mugen badges on the front fenders, side skirts, and a new set of 17-inch MDE aluminum wheels. At the back, there is a new carbon-style piece between the headlights, a ribbon on the tailgate with faux vents, as well as a prominent rear bumper add-on with decorative inlets and a diffuser. Mugen designed a slightly different kit for lesser trims of the Honda Fit (Basic, Home, Luxe) with the exception of the adventurous Crosstar, in order to fit on the simpler front and rear bumpers. This one includes the same number of add-ons which surprisingly look even more aggressive than the RS body kit. More specifically the regular Fit gets a carbon grille extension, a more prominent splitter with faux side intakes for the front bumper, a wider diffuser, and a significantly larger rear wing. The cost for the bumper and side sill extensions (painted) is ¥198,000 ($1,366) for the Fit, and ¥236,500 ($1,632) for the Fit RS, although each part can be purchased individually. If you want the whole package you should add another ¥44,200 ($304) for the carbon mirrors, ¥73,700 ($509) for the rear wing, ¥53,900 ($372) for the alloy wheels, ¥24,200 ($167) for the decals, ¥57,200 ($395) for the floor mats and side window visors, and ¥91,300 ($630) for the scuff plates and protective interior trim pieces. PHOTO GALLERYmore photos... Honda launched the updated Fit range in Japan featuring mild visual tweaks, a new trim structure, and increased power output for both the gasoline and the e:HEV hybrid variants. The Honda Fit e:HEV RS is a new addition to the lineup bringing more aggressive looks and a sportier suspension setup. Wider Range, More Visual Differentiation Between Trims, New RS Model The fourth-generation Honda Fit / Jazz was introduced in 2019 in regular and Crosstar guises. The facelifted model which was previewed in Japan last August before its market launch this October gets a wider lineup, including the Basic, Home, Luxe, Crosstar, and RS trims. Also Read: The Honda Jazz Crosstar e:HEV Is A Supermini In Crossover MPV Clothing More specifically, the Basic and Home trims introduce small differences with the pre-facelifted Fit, focused on the front end with a unified look for the bumper intakes, and a cleaner shape for the grille. The Luxe benefits from a more stylish set of alloy wheels and the addition of chrome elements on the intakes, side sills, and mirror caps making it look more premium. The adventurous Crosstar boasts a new aluminum-style look for the lower bumper trim and the side sills, alongside a new pattern for the grille enhancing its crossover stance. Last but not least, the all-new RS trim is the sportiest of the bunch thanks to the more aggressive bodykit. This includes a larger grille, sharper intakes in the dark-finished front apron, five-spoke alloy wheels, side sill extensions, a rear spoiler, sporty rear apron with chrome tailpipe, and of course the red RS badges on both ends. The sporty theme is less obvious inside, with orange stitching on the leather steering wheel, “deceleration selector” paddles for controlling the regenerative braking, and a new drive mode selector making it easier to change between the Normal / Sport / Econ setting. More importantly, there is an RS-specific suspension setup for improved handling, justifying the spicier looks. The Fit is available in 13 different shades, although some of them are trim-specific, like the duo-tone treatment of the Crosstar. Likewise, each variant of the facelifted model has its own interior touches in terms of upholstery and color combinations, although the 7-inch digital instrument cluster, and the 9-inch infotainment touchscreen are carried over from the pre-facelifted model. The Honda Sensing ADAS suite comes standard and has been improved with the addition of blind spot information, reversing assist, traffic jam assist, and sudden acceleration control. Power Boost For The e:HEV, New Engine For The ICE Model Honda upgraded the e:HEV two-motor hybrid system in the Fit / Jazz increasing the power output to 121 hp (90 kW / 123 PS) and 253 Nm (187 lb-ft) of torque, while improving the throttle response. This makes it 13 hp (10 kW / 14 PS) more powerful than the outgoing model. Unlike the EU-spec Jazz which is exclusively available in e:HEV form, the JDM-spec Fit is also offered with a combustion engine. The facelift replaces the old 1.3-liter engine with the more powerful 1.5-liter DOHC i-VTEC that is also used in the hybrid. Thus, the Fit now produces a more respectable 116 hp (87 kW / 118 PS) and 142 Nm (104.7 lb-ft) of torque in its non-electrified form. Honda said there will be an ICE-powered variant of the Fit RS that will be announced on November 10, making us wonder if it will get more power than the rest of the lineup. No matter the powertrain choice, Honda has stopped offering a manual gearbox option since the reveal of the fourth generation, with the Fit being auto-only. Interestingly, both the e:HEV and petrol variants of the Fit are available in FWD and in 4WD guises, the latter being another Japanese market exclusive. Pricing for the facelifted Honda Fit in Japan starts from as low as ¥1,592,800 ($11,011) for the entry-level Basic in petrol-powered FWD form, all the way up to ¥2,664,200 ($18,417) for the flagship Luxe in hybrid e:HEV 4WD form. The new Honda Fit RS is only available in e:HEV FWD flavor for the time being, with a price tag of ¥2,346,300 ($16,220). PHOTO GALLERYmore photos... Is there a Honda Fit RS?Honda launched the updated Fit range in Japan featuring mild visual tweaks, a new trim structure, and increased power output for both the gasoline and the e:HEV hybrid variants. The Honda Fit e:HEV RS is a new addition to the lineup bringing more aggressive looks and a sportier suspension setup.
Is Honda going to bring back the Fit 2023?As with all other trim levels, the Honda Sensing array of safety tech will be standard. Honda phased out the Fit in the United States at the end of the previous generation's life cycle and is unlikely to bring it back.
What does RS mean in Honda Fit?RS stands for Road Sailing, and your voyage will be made significantly more pleasant by matching the 117-horsepower 1.5L i-VTEC with a new 6-speed manual (US Fits get only a 5-speed for now).
Will there be a new Honda Fit?Expected to make its debut at the 46th Toyota Auto Show in Japan in January or February 2022, the 2022 Honda Fit has a redesigned exterior with LED headlamps and rounded Daytime Running Lights which makes the vehicle looks attractive and futuristic.
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