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Honda Fit

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The Car Guide rating 4.0/5 78% Detailed ratings

Price $14,580 – $20,080 Payments

Fuel consumption 5.4 – 7.1 L/100km

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This Honda may be part of the sub-compact hatchback segment, but you would be surprised at how spacious it is inside! In fact, its super versatile interior is one of its major advantages, in addition to its great fuel economy. Several trim levels are on offer, ranging from the DX to the more expensive Sport. A few style changes have been made to the 2012 model. The Fit is known for being reliable and its excellent resale value.

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The subcompact-car segment has been struggling over the past few years, as compact-sized models benefit from more interesting finance and lease incentives, and small crossovers are taking over in the hearts of North-American consumers. Still, and more than ever, subcompact cars are affordable, spacious and versatile. In the case of …October 16, 2018

2015 Honda Fit: Swiss Army Knife

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Featherweight Battle: Honda Fit Vs. Hyundai Accent

Comparative Tests

The subcompact category is one of our market’s most popular, and this fact has not been lost on manufacturers. They are offering very competitive vehicles in the segment that are constantly being updated. That’s why I decided to compare two of our market’s most popular little cars. Let’s meet the …May 5, 2015

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Airbag-Related Recall Affects Nearly All Honda Models, Some Acuras

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Six Honda Fits At SEMA 2014

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2015 Honda Fit Debuts in Detroit

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Test Drive: 2015 Honda Fit

Despite added competition in recent years, the Honda Fit remains one of the roomiest, most practical subcompact cars on the road. With its spacious cabin and—gasp!—commendable continuously variable transmission, the Fit looks to get ahead of the pack in its third generation. This segment originally appeared on Episode 9 of …

Review: 2015 Honda Fit

Honda is betting the redesigned 2015 Fit, the third generation of the tiny wagon, will be enough to propel it to the front of the compact pack. How will it do? Check out Brad Diamond's review for more. This segment originally appeared on Episode 2 of Motoring 2015.

On the road, Honda's sub-compact feels more tame: less sporty and more comfortable, it still remains fun to drive. The CVT transmission is also interesting; it doesn't compromise acceleration too much, and is more fuel-efficient than the manual. More on http://www.guideautoweb.com/en/makes/honda/fit/ …

Our review of the 2009 Honda Fit

The Car Guide rating 78%

Pros

Yes, but only with the manual gearbox!
Fuel consumption really is under 6 L/100 km
Quality of materials and assembly
Magic Seat
Good feedback from power steering

Cons

Jumpy suspension
Soundproofing just OK
Silhouette catches the wind
Automatic gearbox a handicap
Steering wheel blocks view of heat controls

Driving	8/10
Safety	8/10
Interior	8/10
Reliability	9/10
Winter driving	7/10
Comfort	7/10

What's new in 2012

No major change

Competitors

Recalls

Powertrain
December 10, 2020
Other
August 21, 2019
Airbag
February 1, 2016
Other
July 5, 2013
Other
April 23, 2013

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