Honda Fit EV Gen 1

Overview

The 2015 Honda Fit EV Gen 1 was an all-electric spin on the supermini favourite, primarily a compliance car in the USA and thus discontinued. It packed surprising practicality into a compact, city-friendly package. Think of it as Honda dipping its toes into the EV pool early on. Official European pricing isn't available as it wasn't sold new in the EU, and data for used models in Europe is similarly scarce. Its key draw was efficient, zero-emission urban motoring with Honda's familiar reliability, though in a very limited production run.

What's New for 2015?

For its final model year in 2015, the Honda Fit EV Gen 1 didn't exactly get a massive glow-up, carrying over largely unchanged from its previous iterations. Production ceased in 2015, so this model represents the culmination of its short but sweet run. There were no major new features or tech wizardry rolled out for this specific year, meaning buyers (or rather, lessees in its primary US market) got the same package that defined its brief lifecycle. It was more about steady service than flashy updates.

Design & Exterior

The 2015 Fit EV Gen 1 kept the cheeky, upright stance of its petrol-powered sibling but added some EV-specific aero tweaks. You'd spot its unique grille, aerodynamic wheels, and a rear spoiler, all designed to slip through the air a bit cleaner. It’s a compact hatchback measuring 4105 mm in length and 1524 mm in height. The width (excluding mirrors) isn't specified in the provided data. It wasn't trying to be a spaceship, just a sensible electric runabout with a friendly face, fitting for its city-focused mission.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Inside, the Fit EV Gen 1 was typical Honda: functional and well-assembled, though perhaps not dripping in premium materials. It offered seating for five. For your shopping, the boot provided a decent 340 litres of space. Information on maximum cargo capacity with seats folded isn't available from the provided data, and there’s no frunk for extra bits. Tech-wise, it featured a basic infotainment system suitable for its era; don't expect the latest Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, it was more about straightforward electric motoring than digital fireworks.

Performance & Driving Experience

This zippy little Honda packed a 92 kW PMSM electric motor, driving the front wheels and delivering a punchy 256 Nm of torque right from the get-go. This translated to a 0-100 km/h sprint in a respectable 8.4 seconds, making it nippy for city driving, with a top speed of 140 km/h. Drivers could select from different driving modes, including an enhanced regenerative braking setting to claw back some energy. Expect a quiet, smooth ride, perfect for darting through urban jungles.

Range, Battery & Charging

The Fit EV Gen 1 featured a 19 kWh usable battery pack (20 kWh nominal). Green Cars Compare calculates its real-world range at around 125 km, with an impressive efficiency of 6.58 km/kWh. For charging, it came equipped with a 6.6 kW on-board AC charger using a Type 1 (J1772) port, meaning a full top-up would take roughly 3 hours. This port type would require an adapter for standard European AC chargers. Crucially, DC fast charging capability was not specified in the provided data, indicating it likely wasn't an option.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

As the 2015 Honda Fit EV Gen 1 was primarily a US-market vehicle with limited production, specific Euro NCAP safety ratings are not available from the provided data. Standard safety kit would have included essentials like airbags and stability control, typical for its class and time. However, advanced driver-assistance systems like adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, or blind-spot monitoring were generally not a feature of this early-generation, budget-conscious EV, which focused instead on fundamental safety and efficiency.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Given its discontinuation and primary US market focus, specific European warranty details for the 2015 Fit EV don't exist. In the US, Honda typically offered around a 3-year basic warranty and an 8-year term for the battery. Maintenance for EVs like this is generally lower than petrol cars, with fewer moving parts. Reliability was expected to be good, leveraging Honda's reputation, though finding specialised support or parts in Europe for this rare bird could be a challenge for potential importers looking for a used example.