Honda’s recently released Vezel crossover, the third-generation Fit, and its N-series kei cars will soon take center stage at the 2014 Tokyo Auto Salon, Japan’s equivalent of SEMA. Though the Vezel is barely a week old, having gone on sale in Japan on December 20, offering a slew of modification options upon release is a necessary part of doing business in Japan’s customization-happy climate.
Vezel Merchants
Mugen’s Vezel, developed by the tuning house and long-time Honda partner, will be one of two modified examples of the Fit-based crossover on display.
Joining it on stage will be the Vezel Modulo Concept, which features a sportier aero kit and larger wheels splitting the difference between the base and Mugen versions in terms of aggressiveness. Presumably a sport suspension is part of the package but details have yet to be revealed. Modulo is the name for Honda’s in-house tuning accessory division and all parts are available at dealerships as genuine Honda accessories.
Custom Fit
2013 also saw the Japanese debut of the third-generation Fit, which immediately became a best seller, taking the place of the now-discontinued-in-Japan Civic. Though this latest iteration won’t show up on US shores until the Detroit Motor Show — with a summer 2014 on-sale date — the Japanese aftermarket has already taken to it like ducks to water.
Honda will show an in-house tuned Fit Special Customize, whose appearance and details are being kept mum at the moment. Mugen, on the other hand, has already released their Mugen Fit RS, based on the RS sport trim level.
All N the family
Despite a heavily contested segment, Honda’s been on a roll with its N-Series kei cars. In particular, the N-One hatchback, whose styling harkens back to the 1967 Honda N360 and the sportiest of the bunch, has been well received in the home market. The N-One Module Concept will feature a new front fascia with large grille, ally wheels and a sporty two-tone paint scheme with matching mirrors and racing stripes.
In addition, Honda will also be debuting four N-One based track cars for competition in a one-make spec racing series.
Not to be left out, Mugen will also display a modified version of the N-Wgn with sleek body kit and four-spoke alloy wheels.
A rugged, “trail shoe” themed N-Box + Element and a youth branded N-Wgn Macaron Color Collection round out the kei display.
All the Rest
Honda has had a busy year. The fifth-generation JDM Odyssey went on sale in November, so naturally there will be a Mugen version on display. Honda will also display a number of motorcycles, including four Grom bikes inspired by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
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