The Honda Fit (Jazz in most other markets) has been a decent success here in the States. It’s economical, somewhat fun to drive and not painful to look at. But it just seems to lack something. Oh, right, sportiness and a bright red Si badge!
To earn the Si designation, the versatile econocar was given new dampers, a larger front anti-roll bar, and modifications to the electric power steering system. Then Honda went nuts and dropped in the 3.0 liter V6 from the Accord… No, not really. In fact, the Jazz Si retains the Eurospec 1.4-liter four-cylinder with 98 hp. Seems hardly worthy of an anti-roll bar of any size.
Helping auto enthusiasts distinguish the Jazz Si is a new body kit, 16-inch wheels with low profile “tyres” and various upgrade interior trim pieces.
If Honda intends to sell a Fit Si here, they better have some plans for a jazzed-up engine to go with those “stylish” side skirts and LED reading lights.
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