The 2011 Fit gets a safety enhancement by including an electronic stability control system
as standard equipment on all models, not just the most expensive version.
In line with the model's traditional roadster character, neither a radio nor an air conditioner is
included as standard equipment in order to reduce weight.
A six - speed manual transmission is
offered as standard equipment with a six - speed automatic with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters available as an option.
Today's Viper packs traction and stability
control as standard equipment and you get the sense that it's not just there because the government requires it, but also because buyers demanded it.
These two cars set a completely new standard of safety in the compact class - pioneering side - impact
airbags as standard equipment, for instance.
The 2013 model carries over from the previous year but adds a new trim level, plus a reversing
camera as standard equipment on the upper trim levels.
Even if you opt for the cheaper base spec, you will still get Bluetooth phone connectivity, a USB socket and even a reversing camera
fitted as standard equipment.
We also noticed a backup camera incorporated into the liftgate handle, although we don't know yet whether this will be
available as standard equipment or as an option.
This includes LED taillights and daytime running
lights as standard equipment on the outside to go with new trim panels and material options on the inside.
The street version, as one example, received more robust front anti-roll
bars as standard equipment after the race team broke more than a few.
A five - speed manual transmission is
used as standard equipment; however, a continuously variable transmission can be added as an option.