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Honda Fit Hybrid

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The GP5 marked a massive upgrade, adopting Honda's Sport Hybrid i-DCD (Intelligent Dual-Clutch Drive) system. It pairs an Atkinson-cycle 1.5-liter engine with a built-in high-output electric motor inside a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, allowing full electric driving at low speeds.

Engine
1.5L LEB i-DCD
Displacement
1,496 cc
Drive
2WD (FF)
Gearbox
7DCT
Fuel
Hybrid
Body
Hatchback
Honda Fit Hybrid GP5Honda Fit Hybrid — representative 3rd gen (GK/GP) image

Chassis variants of the Fit Hybrid

GP11.3L LDA i-VTEC IMA1,339 ccFFCVT
GP51.5L LEB i-DCD1,496 ccFF7DCT

Dimensions & shipping volume

Length
3,955 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
1,525 mm
Weight
1,080 kg
Shipping volume
10.22 M³

Manufacture year vs. registration year

Japanese paperwork shows the first registration date, but African customs count age from the month of manufacture. Verify with the chassis serial before purchase:

Serial prefixProduction periodSeries
GP5-1000001XXXXXXSep 2013 – Sep 2015Early Model / Phase I
GP5-3000001XXXXXXSep 2015 – Jun 2017Phase II Update
GP5-3400001XXXXXXJun 2017 – Feb 2020Facelift / Phase III

Import eligibility by country (2013–2020)

KenyaCheck unit age
Only units manufactured Jul 2018 or later qualify (8-year limit).
UgandaEligible
Within the 15-year limit from manufacture.
TanzaniaEligible
No age ban; vehicles over 10 years pay additional excise duty.
ZambiaEligible
No age limit; surtax applies to vehicles older than 5 years.
MalawiEligible
No age limit; duty calculated on cc and age band.

Common questions about the GP5

What is the primary benefit of the GP5's i-DCD system over the GP1's IMA?
The i-DCD system allows the engine and motor to completely decouple, enabling true EV driving from a stop and during light cruising, which dramatically increases fuel efficiency.
Did the GP5 suffer from any early transmission issues?
Yes, early GP5 models with the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) were subject to manufacturer recalls regarding shifting software. It is highly recommended to verify that all official Honda software updates have been applied.