Honda Logo
| Honda Logo series GA3,4,5 | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Also called | Honda Lachic Honda EV Plus |
| Production | 1996—2001 |
| Assembly | Suzuka, Mie, Japan |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Supermini |
| Body style | 3- and 5-door hatchback |
| Layout | FF/AWD |
| Related |
Honda HR-V Honda Capa |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.3 L D13B I4 SOHC (early version 8 valves, 16 valves later version) |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic 5-speed manual CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,360 mm (92.9 in) |
| Length | 3,785 mm (149.0 in) |
| Width | 1,645 mm (64.8 in) |
| Height | 1,525 mm (60.0 in) |
| Curb weight | 890 kg (1,962.1 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Honda City (series GA1-GA2) |
| Successor | Honda Fit |
The Honda Logo series GA3 - GA5 is a supermini produced by the Japanese automaker Honda between 1996 and 2001. The Logo was available as a three-door and five-door hatchback. It was sold in the United Kingdom from 2000 until 2001. It was a platform mate to the Honda Capa and replaced the Series GA1 and GA2 Honda City. The Logo was larger than the kei sized Honda Life, but was smaller than the subcompact Honda Civic. The Logo was eventually replaced by the Honda Fit on an all-new Global Car Platform introduced by Honda. It was sold in Japan at Honda Clio, while the Capa was sold at Honda Primo. The Honda HR-V was sold at Honda Verno. The appearance of the Logo reflected a determination on behalf of Honda to duplicate the sales success it experienced with the first generation Civic to increase sales as the Nation of Japan was beginning to feel the effects of what is called Japan's Lost Decade, the collapse of the Japanese asset price bubble, as the exterior dimensions and engine size almost match the first Civic. The name "logo" was chosen to focus on Honda's establishment of practical and economical vehicles, and Honda's "H" was proudly emblazoned on both the front and back of the car to declare this intent to return to what made Honda a market leader.
The only engine used was the D13B, initially using 2 valves per cylinder with an upgrade to 4 valves as complaints began to be heard concerning less than adequate performance. A CVT transmission was offered to take advantage of the engine's torque ability and offer strong fuel economy.
The Logo benefited much from the larger fourth generation Civic in terms of engine and transmission advancements and technology, using the Honda D13B inline four-cylinder SOHC 16 Valve 1.3L using PGM-FI to provide economical fuel consumption and low emissions.
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