Tech specs for the 2012 Honda Fit Hybrid?
Technical specifications for 2012 Honda Fit 1.5 automatic hybrid?
Zhivko Stoyanov (Laytown )Jan 2017 Filed under: hybrid
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Hi Zhivko,
The Fit (known to us as the Jazz) Hybrid was never officially sold here, but the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) specs for the that model are 98hp, 167Nm of torque, top speed 174km/h, 12-second 0-100km/h, 3.8 litres/100km (or 73.5mpg) and 104g/km of CO2.
What is meant by Honda's 162 Simple Logic?
What is meant by 162 Simple Logic? I bought a Honda Jazz (new launch) this year. I look forward to your reply.
Mairead Tallon
Mairead Tallon (Dublin)Nov 2016 Filed under: finance
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Hi Mairead,
162 Simple Logic was, simply, Honda’s list of special offers for the 162 registration period, which included some extra equipment offers and discounted Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) finance rates. The offers are being repeated for the 171 registration period, as it happens, called 171 Simple Logic.
Which high-up SUV to go for?
Guys,
I am interested in buying a second hand SUV with a similar elevation to the Land Rover Freelander, but I am finding most SUVs are closer to saloon car height. Do you have any recommendations for SUVs similar to the Freelander?
Does it make more sense at this stage to wait until January when there will be a more plentiful supply and if so where is best place to get a short term rental for a couple of months?
Thanks
Conor Dowd (Enniskerry)Nov 2016 Filed under: choosing used car
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Hi Conor,
The two best SUVs of similar elevation to the Freelander would be the Honda CR-V and the Nissan X-Trail. Both are excellent choices (and the X-Trail can be had with seven seats), but the Honda’s more spirited driving experience nudges it for us. Also worth looking at a Land Rover Discovery Sport (effectively the third-generation Freelander), although they’re pricier than the Honda or Nissan.
As for choosing a buying time, yes, if you wait until the end of January, depending on how new car sales go, there should be a few more trade-ins and the like cluttering up dealer lots so you might get a sharper deal. Any of the big car rental companies will set you up with a good deal on a long-term rent, and Enterprise is probably the best place to start.
Here are a few of our reviews to help you choose:
Ford Mondeo, Skoda Superb or Kia Optima?
Hi,
Looking to change car for 2017. Looking at Ford Mondeo Titanium+ five-door 1.5 TDCi diesel, a Skoda Superb +Business Pack 1.6 TDI or a Kia Optima SW (estate) EX 1.7D. I would like something very comfortable and practical (hence the Kia estate, which, to my eyes, does not look like a hearse! - but no other estates need apply), but also something that is very reliable - so something with a long warranty that I don't end up using because reliability issues is not what I'm looking for.
I do 25,000km per year, all 'extra urban' and I'm not a badge snob. Currently drive a Honda CR-V, but would like to go back to a D-segment car again. All the above are well specified as such - of the three what would be your opinion? Great web site!
Many thanks,
John
John Fleming (Killarney)Nov 2016 Filed under: choosing new car
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Hi John,
I think given the criteria you’ve given us it has to be the Kia. It’s good looking and nice to drive, roomy, comfy and well equipped and above all it has the longest warranty by far. The Ford is great looking and good to drive but the quality isn’t as good as it was on the last Mondeo and while we love the Skoda Superb, it sounds like the Kia would suit you better.
Here are our reviews to help you decide:
Which comfortable new SUV should I go for?
Hi.
I'm looking at getting an SUV for medical reasons. I drive country roads 90 per cent of the time so I need something comfortable and reliable. I'm looking at the Range Rover Evoque and Audi Q5. Which one would you recommend? I also need to take running costs and servicing costs into account. As well as road tax etc. Or is there another one I should consider? I did test drive the Volvo XC60 but found it very heavy.
Thanks.
Marie G (Galway)Nov 2016 Filed under: choosing new car
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Hi Marie,
If it's running costs that concern you, you should probably consider coming down in price and, a little, in size a bit. Both the Evoque and the Q5 are premium-badge SUVs and while neither is excessively thirsty, both will be expensive to run and service.
I'd suggest, instead, checking out a Honda CR-V - tonnes of space, hugely reliable, comfortable and with the 1.6 I-DTEC diesel engine and four-wheel drive, both frugal and ideal for country roads. Good to drive too.
Other good options are the Mazda CX-5, the Kia Sportage, Hyundai Santa Fe, Volkswagen Tiguan or Toyota RAV4. Here are our reviews to help you decide:
Do you have data for the Honda RE4 SUV?
Performance and fuel consumption for Honda's RE4?
Lovemore Mabvurudza (Harare)Expert answer
Hi there,
Assuming that’s the 2.4-litre petrol engined version of the Honda RE4 (better known to us as the third-generation CR-V), you’re looking at around 32mpg overall. We can’t give you more accurate data than that as the model was never homologated for European sales, so that number is extrapolated from the figure given for Australian market cars.
How does the RRP of new cars work?
Hi,
How does the RRP of new cars work? When I look at the Honda.ie website it says RRP for a new CR-V ES at €34,895. When I went to the dealer the price they gave is €36,945.
Can you explain this?
Thanks
Harry Conway (Cork City)Sep 2016 Filed under: choosing new car
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Hi Harry,
RRP is the Recommended Retail Price and it’s the price at which the car maker and importer thinks the car should be sold at, in basic form minus such things as options or delivery charges. It’s possible that the car you were looking at was being quoted as net of any extra equipment and the delivery charge.
Can the Honda Accord's rear seats fold?
Can you fold rear seats on the Honda Accord?
Jack Hogan (Cork)Jul 2016 Filed under: seating
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Hi Jack,
Yes it does. The current (actually just-discontinued) Accord comes with 60:40 folding rear seats and a boot capacity (with the seats up) of 467 litres.
Looking for price for 2008 Honda Civic.
Hi, looking for a ballpark guide for a trade in value on a 2008 Honda Civic, five-door hatchback, 1.8 VTEC. The car has a full service history and 135,000km on the clock. What would I reasonably expect at the upper and lower end of the value range? There are very few of these models for sale, making a reasonable guess difficult. Appreciate any expertise you might be able to dispense before I encounter the dealers!!
Thank you
JD
Jason Doran (Dublin)Jun 2016 Filed under: used car values
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Hi Jason,
There’s a pretty big range in Civic prices for a car of that age, from as little as €5,000 to as much as €9,000, but I’d say splitting the difference at around €7,000 would a pretty safe bet.
I have up to €7,000 to buy a car with low costs.
Hi,
I am planning to buy a used car manufactured in 2008 or 2009 and my budget for this is between €6,000 and €7,000. Please suggest a good sedan that is worth driving for a period of six to eight years from now. I am not a person who commutes long distances in my day to day life. Probably I may travel 25,000-30,000km per year. I am looking forward to buying a car with low maintenance cost and fuel economy.
Thanks. Sebastian J.
Sebastian J (Galway)Jun 2016 Filed under: choosing used car
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Hi Sebastian,
OK, you have a few choices here. I’d say with that mileage you’re on the cusp of needing to buy a diesel to maximise your fuel economy, but your budget is a bit tight for most diesel saloons of that age. So, how about a BMW 318i? It’s petrol but the good news is that it’s quite economical (you should get 40mpg easily enough) and more reliable than the diesel 3 Series. Or you could try a Honda Civic IMA Hybrid saloon. There are quite a few of those around in your price range and if most of your miles are done in town, it would be ideal.