The 2012 may be the talk of the day at Honda's Los Angeles Auto Show booth, but the Japanese carmaker also presented the production version of the Fit EV and announced plans to begin leasing the pure electric subcompact from next year.

It will initially be offered for lease to customers in select California and Oregon markets next summer, followed by six East Coast markets in early 2013.

The Japanese automaker said that it expects to produce around 1,100 Fit EVs over the next three years, though the number may increase if there's sufficient interest in the car.

The Fit EV is powered by a 20 kWh lithium-ion battery and a 92 kW (equal to 124HP) coaxial electric motor sourced from the FCX Clarity.

Other energy-saving features include a highly efficient electric air conditioning system and new regenerative braking system.

2013 Honda Fit Release Date

The 2013 Honda Fit should arrive in dealerships by the end of summer 2012.