Honda Capa
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The Honda Capa, with the Honda series code GA4 and GA6, is a subcompact five-door hatchback produced by Honda
between 1998 and 2002. It was introduced at the 1997 Tokyo Motor Show as the concept car "J-MW". It was introduced for retail sale April 24, 1998. The only engine the Capa had was the 98 hp 1.5L Honda engine, the D15B
, with either a 4-speed automatic transmission (front wheel drive only) or a CVT
called "Multimatic S". September 16 1999 a 4WD version of the Capa was released, using Honda's Full-Time four wheel drive system. Brake Assist
was offered as standard equipment. Due to disappointing sales the Capa, short for "capacity", was replaced by the Honda Mobilio
. It was sold in Japan at two Honda dealership sales channels Honda Primo, and Honda Verno.
The Honda Capa was designed with the intention of creating a car that was to be the best size for town driving. A car that could seat your family, with ample height for headroom and plenty of legroom considering its compact nature. To achieve this feat, Honda design the chassis based on a 'dual deck package.'
The Honda Capa is equipped with a 1500cc single overhead cam 4 valve inline four cylinder D15B engine. It was initially offered with Honda's Multimatic continuously variable transmission
(CVT), but following an update, a 4-speed automatic transmission option was introduced as a cheaper option.
Honda
is a Japanese public multinational corporation primarily known as a manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles.Honda has been the world's largest motorcycle manufacturer since 1959, as well as the world's largest manufacturer of internal combustion engines measured by volume, producing more than...
between 1998 and 2002. It was introduced at the 1997 Tokyo Motor Show as the concept car "J-MW". It was introduced for retail sale April 24, 1998. The only engine the Capa had was the 98 hp 1.5L Honda engine, the D15B
Honda D engine
The D series inline 4-cylinder engines have been used in a variety of compact Honda models, most commonly the Honda Civic, CRX, Logo, Stream, and first-generation Integra. Its displacement ranges between 1.2 and 1.7 liters and is available in both SOHC and DOHC versions; with some equipped with...
, with either a 4-speed automatic transmission (front wheel drive only) or a CVT
Continuously variable transmission
A continuously variable transmission is a transmission that can change steplessly through an infinite number of effective gear ratios between maximum and minimum values. This contrasts with other mechanical transmissions that offer a fixed number of gear ratios...
called "Multimatic S". September 16 1999 a 4WD version of the Capa was released, using Honda's Full-Time four wheel drive system. Brake Assist
Brake assist
Brake Assist is a generic term for an automobile braking technology that increases braking pressure in an emergency situation. The first application was developed jointly by Daimler-Benz and TRW/LucasVarity...
was offered as standard equipment. Due to disappointing sales the Capa, short for "capacity", was replaced by the Honda Mobilio
Honda Mobilio
The Honda Mobilio was a seven-seater mini MPV produced by Japanese automaker Honda for its domestic market from 2001 to 2008. It was the second in Honda's Small Max series. It also took Honda's Global Small Platform and their i-DSI engine. Among its features were sliding doors that could open for...
. It was sold in Japan at two Honda dealership sales channels Honda Primo, and Honda Verno.
General information
As the first generation of the 'J Mover' Series, the Honda Capa was developed on the Honda Logo platform. Its concept was based on a 'Small is Smart' way of thinking. Ease of use in everyday life, compactness, lightness and friendliness to the environment were some of the criteria built into the design. The proposal was that the Capa was to be 'Joyful' however this translates better as 'fun.'The Honda Capa was designed with the intention of creating a car that was to be the best size for town driving. A car that could seat your family, with ample height for headroom and plenty of legroom considering its compact nature. To achieve this feat, Honda design the chassis based on a 'dual deck package.'
The Honda Capa is equipped with a 1500cc single overhead cam 4 valve inline four cylinder D15B engine. It was initially offered with Honda's Multimatic continuously variable transmission
Continuously variable transmission
A continuously variable transmission is a transmission that can change steplessly through an infinite number of effective gear ratios between maximum and minimum values. This contrasts with other mechanical transmissions that offer a fixed number of gear ratios...
(CVT), but following an update, a 4-speed automatic transmission option was introduced as a cheaper option.
Engine
Honda D15B- Water-cooled Inline 4 cylinder engine
- Single Overhead Cam 16 valve (2xintake 2xexhaust per cylinder)
- Power output of 72kw (98ps) at 6300rpm
- Torque output of 135 Nm (13.6 kmf/m) at 3500rpm
- Bore x Stroke: 75mm x 74.5mm
- Compression Ration: 9.4:1
- Honda's PGM-FI Fuel Injection System
- Fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Fuel Tank size: 40L
GA4/6 model updates
- 1997 - Displayed at the Tokyo Motor ShowTokyo Motor ShowThe is a biennial auto show held in October-November at the Makuhari Messe, Chiba City, Japan for cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles. Hosted by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association , it is a recognized international show by the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs...
as the J-MW - 1998 - Announced that sales would begin April 24, 1998
- 1999 - Minor update on model. Minor bumper remodelling, 4WD (AWD) model added to the line-up, 4 speed Automatic Transmission added to the line-up for the 2WD model only, Honda's Brake Assist system and Tachometer added as standard equipment to the line-up.
- 2000 - Minor update on model. Front grill, bumper and seats were updated. Special edition added to the line-up.
- 2001 - Honda Mobilio announced as the successor to the Honda Capa. Honda Capa production and sales continue.
- 2002 - February: Honda announces the end of production of the Capa due to bad sales.
Origin of the name
Honda named the Capa based on the English word 'Capacity' which is defined as 'talent/ability, one's tolerance for something, and one's broad-mindedness'External links
- http://www.honda.co.jp/auto-lineup/capa/2002/
- http://www.best-honda.com/news.php?extend.22